Campus Area Travel Guide
Madison
Visit Campus Area
Things to do

Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour

Downtown Madison Sightseeing & History with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Campus Area

DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown
"At first, the cost of the hotel was in question. But after biting the bullet, the Hampton inn was worth every penny. The indoor swim facilities and Jacuzzi with decent hours was a hit. 24 hour coffee and tea station was amazing. The Continental breakfast had all the normal givings of your "well rounded" ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown
"Very helpful front desk and great place"
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

Graduate by Hilton Madison
"We had a very enjoyable stay. The front desk staff were very helpful and pleasant. The valet parking attendants were courteous but we did not have to use our car at all during our stay since the location is within walking distance of most places on the UW Campus. The rooms were small but clean and ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club

AmericInn by Wyndham Madison West
"The evening reception social is a nice touch. Breakfast was incredible: scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, corned beef hash, hash browns, sausage gravy, waffles, usual array of dried cereals, fruit, bread/rolls, jams, juices, coffee, tea, etc. VERY well done!"
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Campus Area

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
Monona is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Aldo Leopold Nature Center and Lake Monona.

Marquette
While visiting Marquette, you might make a stop by sights like The Sylvee and Yahara Place Park.

Regent
When in Regent, you can plan a visit to Camp Randall Stadium and Wisconsin Field House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.






