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.
Nightlife
The Boathouse
1001 Wisconsin Pl, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Food & Drink
The Botanist Social
206 State St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Arts & Culture
The Bur Oak
2262 Winnebago St, Madison, WI 53704, USA
Wellness
The Edgewater Hotel
Elegant, circa-1940 waterfront lodging featuring refined rooms & suites, plus fine dining & a spa.
1001 Wisconsin Ave, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Food & Drink
The Harvey House
Creative cuisine & cocktails served in a redbrick restaurant with a stylish, old-school interior.
644 W Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Food & Drink
The Lone Girl Brewing Company
114 E Main St #101, Waunakee, WI 53597, USA
Nightlife
The Old Fashioned
Wisconsin-themed, retro-style tavern offering beers, brats & cheese curds (all sourced in-state).
23 N Pinckney St #1, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Arts & Culture
The Orpheum Theater
Built in 1926, this former vaudeville venue hosts live music & comedy shows along with other events.
216 State St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Nightlife
The Rigby Pub, Grill, and Event Venue
3-level, Beatles-theme tavern with a concert space offering pub grub, trivia nights & live music.
119 E Main St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Nightlife
The Robin Room
Hip, cozy hangout for cocktails, beer & wine served in a wood-accented space with retro fixtures.
821 E Johnson St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Food & Drink
The Stuffed Olive - Madison
351 State St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Nightlife
The Sylvee
25 S Livingston St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Sports & Recreation
Thrill Factory Entertainment
131 E Towne Way, Madison, WI 53704, USA
Food & Drink
Tornado Steak House
Old-school steakhouse with a rustic, supper-club vibe serving classic chops, seafood & cocktails.
116 S Hamilton St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Food & Drink
Twisted Grounds
6067 Gemini Dr, Madison, WI 53718, USA
Outdoors
University of Wisconsin–Madison Arboretum
1,200 acres of varied habitats including prairies, forests & wetlands plus trails & nature classes.
1207 Seminole Hwy, Madison, WI 53711, USA
Sports & Recreation
University Ridge Golf Course
9002 County Rd PD, Verona, WI 53593, USA
Nightlife
Up North
A range of bands from funk to bluegrass play this rustic spot with an antique bar & an outdoor deck.
150 S Blair St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Family
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park
Large-scale indoor trampoline center hosting open jump, fitness classes, dodgeball & parties.
7309 W Towne Way, Madison, WI 53719, USA
Outdoors
Vilas (Henry) Park
Charming park on the banks of Lake Wingra featuring a sandy beach, playgrounds, trails & a zoo.
702 S Randall Ave, Madison, WI 53715, USA
Sports & Recreation
Vitense Golfland
5501 Schroeder Rd, Madison, WI 53711, USA
Outdoors
Warner Park
Lakeside park with a beach, playground, sport courts, collegiate baseball games & community events.
2930 N Sherman Ave, Madison, WI 53704, USA
Nightlife
Weary Traveler Freehouse
A beer-focused bar, elevated pub food & brunch plus board games in a vintage, hodgepodge setting.
1201 Williamson St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
Shopping
West Towne Mall
Traditional shopping center with a mix of mid-range & upmarket chains, plus a food court.
66 W Towne Mall, Madison, WI 53719, USA