Madison, Dane County, WI

Places to go in Madison

100 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.

Float Madison

Wellness

Float Madison

312 E Wilson St, Madison, WI 53703, USA

Forward Craft & Coffee

Food & Drink

Forward Craft & Coffee

2166 Atwood Ave, Madison, WI 53704, USA

Geology Museum

Arts & Culture

Geology Museum

Museum showcasing Wisconsin’s geologic past with mastodon, dinosaur & glowing-rock exhibits.

1215 W Dayton St, Madison, WI 53706, USA

Gibraltar Rock State Natural Area

Outdoors

Gibraltar Rock State Natural Area

Gibraltar Rock Rd, Lodi, WI 53555, USA

Goodman Park

Outdoors

Goodman Park

29-acre park offering a playground, ball fields, ice rink, basketball court & paved trails.

1402 Wingra Creek Pkwy, Madison, WI 53715, USA

Governor Nelson State Park

Outdoors

Governor Nelson State Park

Picturesque park featuring a beach on Lake Mendota, trails through woods & prairies, & a playground.

5140 Co Hwy M, Waunakee, WI 53597, USA

Graze Restaurant

Food & Drink

Graze Restaurant

Lively gastropub plating farm-to-table comfort fare in a modern glass venue with Capitol views.

1 S Pinckney St, Madison, WI 53703, USA

Haven

Food & Drink

Haven

430 W Gilman St, Madison, WI 53703, USA

Henry Vilas Zoo

Family

Henry Vilas Zoo

Offering free entry, this zoo features animals from around the world, plus gifts, food & treats.

702 S Randall Ave, Madison, WI 53715, USA

Heritage Tavern

Food & Drink

Heritage Tavern

Upscale New American fare for dinner & weekend brunch served in a classy space with old-world flair.

131 E Mifflin St, Madison, WI 53703, USA

High Noon Saloon

Nightlife

High Noon Saloon

Large rustic venue offering nightly live music in a variety of genres, plus beer.

701 E Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53703, USA

Hilldale Shopping Center

Shopping

Hilldale Shopping Center

Sophisticated retail complex with a department store, high-end specialty shops, eateries & a cinema.

726 N Midvale Blvd, Madison, WI 53705, USA

Indian Lake County Park

Outdoors

Indian Lake County Park

Walking trails, boating, cross-country skiing & historic chapel featured on 483 scenic acres.

8183 WI-19, Cross Plains, WI 53528, USA

Indie Coffee

Food & Drink

Indie Coffee

Cozy breakfast & lunch coffee shop offering all-day waffles, Wisconsin microbrews & free events.

1225 Regent St, Madison, WI 53715, USA

Indulge Spa

Wellness

Indulge Spa

4339 E Towne Way, Madison, WI 53704, USA

Inner Fire Yoga

Wellness

Inner Fire Yoga

5003 University Ave Suite 195, Madison, WI 53705, USA

James Madison Park

Outdoors

James Madison Park

An urban space along the lake, with grassy areas, sports courts, athletic fields & a playground.

614 E Gorham St, Madison, WI 53703, USA

Johnson Public House

Food & Drink

Johnson Public House

Coffeehouse serving java, sandwiches & sweets in an art-filled, vintage brick storefront.

908 E Johnson St, Madison, WI 53703, USA

Kneaded Relief Day Spa & Wellness

Wellness

Kneaded Relief Day Spa & Wellness

5500 E Cheryl Pkwy #126, Fitchburg, WI 53711, USA

Lakeside St. Coffee House

Food & Drink

Lakeside St. Coffee House

Cozy venue offering coffee, sandwiches, beer & wine, with lake views & live entertainment.

402 W Lakeside St, Madison, WI 53715, USA

Lakeview Park

Outdoors

Lakeview Park

Spacious community park offering various athletic fields, multiple playgrounds & a splash pad.

Lakeview Park, 6300 Mendota Ave, Middleton, WI 53562, USA

Liquid

Nightlife

Liquid

Vibrant independent music venue known for presenting popular electronic music acts.

624 University Ave, Madison, WI 53715, USA

Little Amerricka Amusement Park

Family

Little Amerricka Amusement Park

1950s-style amusement park with restored classic rides, a wooden coaster & a kiddieland for tots.

700 E Main St, Marshall, WI 53559, USA

Madison Children's Museum

Arts & Culture

Madison Children's Museum

3 floors of interactive & educational exhibits designed for kids 12 & under plus a cafe.

100 N Hamilton St, Madison, WI 53703, USA