Campus Area Travel Guide
Madison
Visit Campus Area
Stay near popular Campus Area attractions
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
"Stayed one night. Fast check in. On-site parking costs $25 per night. Easy walk to the campus / Capitol. No problems at all. Thank you!"
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown
"Close to campus, walking distance. Location was quiet despite proximity to campus"
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown

Graduate by Hilton Madison
"Hotel is cute and well maintained for a collegiate hotel. Unfortunately, there was a stain of something on the blanket on the bed. In addition, I couldn’t get the water to run clear. Meaning my sink was full of brown water. Took pictures of both and showed the young lady at the front desk early in ..."
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
"Great convenient place to stay with really good gym and awesome pool!"
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Madison West/Middleton WI West
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 Overture Center for the Arts or Orpheum Theater 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.
Capitol
If you're spending some time in Capitol, Wisconsin State Capitol and Overture Center for the Arts are top sights worth seeing.

Marquette
While visiting Marquette, you might make a stop by sights like The Sylvee and Lake Monona.

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





