Greater Sandburg Travel Guide
Madison
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Popular places to visit
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Enjoy the student vibe around University of Wisconsin-Madison, a top university in Madison. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Camp Randall Stadium
Catch an event at Camp Randall Stadium during your trip to Madison. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Capitol Square
You can find out about the history of Madison when you stop by Capitol Square. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Wisconsin State Capitol
After visiting Wisconsin State Capitol, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madison. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
East Towne Mall
You can enjoy retail therapy at East Towne Mall during your trip to Madison. Savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.
Henry Vilas Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Henry Vilas Zoo home during your travels in Madison? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour
Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Greater Sandburg
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East
"This was a great place to do an overnight while in town for business. The room was spacious, updated TV, extra long vanity in bathroom (never knew those come in handy until I started traveling more for work!!) the restaurant was great too…. Great food and atmosphere. The front staff greeted you with ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Econo Lodge Madison East
"The hotel is very old & outdated… I didn’t feel safe there"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Madison - Airport
"Finally got in at 940pm and had to wait a hour for a room to be cleaned. Finally got to get a room at 1045pm. Even though I had a reservation. I ordered 2 beds but got one king. Someone's car alarm went off and on all night. Garbage everywhere. The pool or hot tub was all taped off. Smelled ..."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Hampton Inn Madison East Towne Mall Area
"Location was close to airport. Too bad no hotel in Madison is directly next to the airport."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
"Kind and friendly staff, beautiful establishment, amazing room and views. Love staying here for a work team event every year."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Madison West/Middleton WI West
"Great breakfast! Room was clean, quiet, and staff friendly. Only downsides for what I used is that there is only one elevator for the entire building and the tub is slow in draining so you are standing in water when taking a shower. I experienced that in two different rooms (slow drainage) during ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Greater Sandburg
Downtown Madison
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Madison. A stop by Orpheum Theater or Overture Center for the Arts might round out your trip.
Monona
Visitors to Monona enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Aldo Leopold Nature Center is worth a stop.
Campus Area
While visiting Campus Area, you might make a stop by sights like Memorial Union Terrace and Lake Monona Shoreline Run.
Marquette
While visiting Marquette, you might make a stop by sights like The Sylvee and Yahara Place Park.
Greenbush
While Greenbush may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wisconsin Field House and Kohl Center.
