Best hotels in Madison
The Edgewater
1001 Wisconsin Place, WI 53703
This historic boutique hotel offers more than 200 elegantly designed luxury rooms, placed close to Downtown and with spectacular views of Lake Mendota. Stop by the spa for a fresh manicure, massage, facial or new hairdo, before finishing your day in the onsite Statehouse restaurant.
The Madison Concourse
1 West Dayton Street, WI 53703
Indulge in luxury in this highly rated Downtown hotel, just a short drive from the airport. Each of the modern suites are fitted with king-sized beds spread with sumptuous sheets. After a day exploring, take a dip in the pool on the third floor, then ascend to the twelfth-floor lounge for cocktails.
Mansion Hill Inn
424 North Pinckney Street, WI 53703
Enjoy classic bed and breakfast vibes close to the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Capitol Square. Each room features a refreshing waterfall shower in the bathroom, alongside soothing whirlpool tubs to relax in after your road trip round Wisconsin.
Best restaurants in Madison
Heritage Tavern
131 East Mifflin Street, WI 53703
Feast on seasonally tailored dishes at this modern-day tavern, run by celebrity chef Dan Fox. Fox has raised his own herd of heritage breed hogs, making every pork or bacon-oriented dish authentic and locally sourced. A particular delight on offer is tempura-fried bacon wrapped in cheese.
L’Etoile
1 South Pinckney Street, WI 53703
L’Etoile serves meticulously designed dishes, where each ingredient is carefully chosen from the local Saturday market. The menu is constantly changing, so you’ll never get the same thing twice, but they’re known for their creative entrees and deliciously juicy hamburgers.
Nook
2138 Atwood Avenue, WI 53704
A family owned establishment, Nook aims to serve dinners with dishes that evoke the whimsical and eccentric. The venue is intimate, with only 12 tables available, so reserve your seat ahead of time. Order the tasting menu, which starts with homemade snacks, followed by a grand series of small, yet creative, vegetarian and meat dishes.
Best attractions in Madison
Dane County Farmers Market
223 West Main Street, WI 53703
One of the largest produce markets in the US, this expansive market is known for its craft vendors, local musicians, and artisan cheeses. Stop by in Capitol Square on Saturdays and sample some of the most delicious bites from the region. There are more than 200 stalls, selling everything from fruit, vegetables and baked goods, to artistic crafts and flowers.
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
3330 Atwood Avenue, WI 53704
Enjoy a serene stroll across 16 acres of vibrant gardens. Nestled along Madison’s scenic waterfront, the Olbrich gardens bloom seasonal foliage every year. Take a peek inside the Bolz Conservatory houses for rare tropical plants and take a meditative moment beneath the Sala, a picturesque Thai pavilion.
Lake Kegonsa State Park
2405 Door Creek Road, WI 53589
Just a 25-minute drive southeast out of the city via the US-12, the park lies on the gorgeous shores of Lake Kegonsa. Explore vast forest lands, lush prairies and breath-taking beaches around the lake. There’s a network of hiking trails and countless activities on the water like boating, swimming and water skiing.