Monona Travel Guide
Madison
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.
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.
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center during your trip to Madison. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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.
State Street Shopping
During your visit to Madison, you can do some window-shopping at State Street Shopping. Savour the area's restaurants and bars.
Lake Mendota
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Mendota during your travels in Madison. Discover the area's sunsets and shops.
Things to do
Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour
Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Monona
AmericInn by Wyndham Madison South
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Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Madison, WI
Great room very comfortable Bed! For a handy cab room the hand held shower door. Thank you for everything!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
avid hotels Madison - Monona by IHG
Comfy bed, spotless room, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
We were not aware we had a free breakfast. We did have a brunch on Christmas morning that was good, waiters were very nice. This is the second survey you have sent me. I replied to the first with comments about the lack of housekeeping for the entire stay. Had we not contacted the front desk we would ...
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison-West
The front dest staff were exceptional, always a smiling face and a welcoming greeting. The room was clean and comfortable. I am confused about the billing. I was charged, but also credited for more than the charge of the room.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East
Friendly service at the front desk and bar/restaurant. Food was very good. Room was quiet and very clean. Great location close to MSN airport.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Monona
Waunona
While Waunona isn't home to many top sights, Alliant Energy Center and Capitol Square are some notable places to visit nearby.
Marquette
While visiting Marquette, you might make a stop by sights like The Sylvee and Yahara Place Park.
Eastmorland
Though Eastmorland may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Olbrich Botanical Gardens and Barrymore Theatre.
Schenk Atwood
While visiting Schenk Atwood, you might make a stop by sights like Barrymore Theatre and Olbrich Botanical Gardens.
Tenney-Lapham
While visiting Tenney-Lapham, you might make a stop by sights like Breese Stevens Field and Lake Mendota.
Worthington Park
When in Worthington Park, you can plan a visit to Olbrich Botanical Gardens and Barrymore Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
