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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour

Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Monona

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Madison, WI
Room was clean, good breakfast!
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

avid hotels Madison - Monona by IHG
Great hotel! I would recommend it to anyone who wants to stay in the area! Also coffee is great!
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

AmericInn by Wyndham Madison South
Room was clean and staff was helpful
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
The food in the Governor’s Club was fantastic. They have their own pastry chef! And the bartender and staff is very friendly and helpful. Combined with the view of the Capital, it was well worth the added expense!
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East
Very nice stop Staff warm and friendly. Great check in cookies.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

Tru by Hilton Madison West, WI
This is a great facility. I totally recommend it!
Reviewed on 24 Apr 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.

Emerson East
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Emerson East and surrounding area, you can visit Barrymore Theatre and Olbrich Botanical Gardens.

