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.
Arts & Culture
Madison Museum of Contemporary Art
Almost 6,000 contemporary works of art are on display at this architecturally modern building.
227 State St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Nightlife
Majestic Theatre
Historic venue featuring national live music & stand-up comedy acts plus DJs & movie nights.
115 King St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Food & Drink
Marigold Kitchen
Bright, counter-serve eatery featuring creative breakfast & lunch fare plus outdoor seating.
118 S Pinckney St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Outdoors
Marshall Park
Relaxing park with a boat launch, small beach & fishing spots plus volleyball courts & playground.
2101 Allen Blvd, Madison, WI 53705, USA
Outdoors
McKee Farms Park
This sizable park features many sport fields & courts, plus a large pond, playground & pathways.
2930 Chapel Valley Rd, Fitchburg, WI 53711, USA
Food & Drink
Mercies Coffee
1748 Eagan Rd, Madison, WI 53704, USA
Food & Drink
Michelangelo's Coffee House
Coffee, pastries & sandwiches, plus free WiFi, from AM to late-night in an art-filled space.
114 State St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Food & Drink
Mint Mark
Light American small plate restaurant & bar in a blue brick building offering martini lunches.
1874 E Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53704, USA
Outdoors
New Glarus Woods State Park
W5446 County Highway Nn, New Glarus, WI 53574, USA
Wellness
New Life Foot and Body Spa
2101 Zeier Rd, Madison, WI 53704, USA
Outdoors
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
16 acres of gardens, including a tropical conservatory, a rose garden & a gilded Thai pavilion.
3330 Atwood Ave, Madison, WI 53704, USA
Outdoors
Olbrich Park
Large lakeside park with a full range of athletic & recreational facilities for all seasons.
3527 Atwood Ave, Madison, WI 53714, USA
Wellness
OM MANTRA SPA
620 Grand Canyon Dr, Madison, WI 53719, USA
Arts & Culture
Overture Center for the Arts
Modern performing-arts & education center with several spaces hosting a variety of shows & musicals.
201 State St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Outdoors
Owen Conservation Park
This 97-acre property offers a network of hiking trails, views & an abundance of plants & wildlife.
6021 Old Sauk Rd, Madison, WI 53705, USA
Outdoors
Parfrey's Glen State Natural Area
Sandstone gorge with mossy walls & a creek leading to a waterfall, popular for for shady hikes.
1377 County Rd DL, Merrimac, WI 53561, USA
Outdoors
Picnic Point
University of Wisconsin–Madison, 2000 University Bay Dr, Madison, WI 53705, USA
Shopping
Ragstock
Trendy clothing chain stocking hip new, used, vintage & one-of-a-kind pieces for men & women.
329 State St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Outdoors
Rennebohm Park
Small, city park offering play equipment & a climbing net, plus soccer fields & 6 tennis courts.
115 N Eau Claire Ave, Madison, WI 53705, USA
Nightlife
Sardine
Hip bistro with creative French fare & a lively bar in a former warehouse with Lake Monona views.
617 Williamson St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Food & Drink
Settle Down Tavern
Sandwiches, burgers & Sunday brunch in a down-home operation with a bar & outdoor seating.
117 S Pinckney St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Family
Sky Zone Madison
Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.
2134 W Beltline Hwy, Madison, WI 53713, USA
Family
Spare Time Madison
7415 Mineral Point Rd, Madison, WI 53717, USA
Outdoors
Tenney Park
This 37-acre lakeside park features a playground, a boat launch, tennis/pickleball courts & more.
402 N Thornton Ave, Madison, WI 53703, USA