Madison is the capital of Wisconsin in northwestern United States and is home to plenty of historic attractions, such as the Wisconsin State Capitol and the Wisconsin Historical Museum.
Guests staying at Madison hotels can get the feel for local and international art at the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art, the Overture Center for the Arts, or the Chazen Museum of Art.
Those wanting to learn more about the nature that surrounds the area around Madison should head to the University of Wisconsin Geology Museum, the University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum, or stroll through the Olbrich Botanical Gardens. Another great Madison attraction is the Henry Vilas Zoo where visitors can meet local animals or spend the afternoon having a picnic at the Allen Centennial Garden. Or visitors can choose to enjoy the great outdoors by visiting Lake Monona or Lake Mendota whose waters and surrounding parks offer fun activities like canoeing, kayaking, fishing, hiking and cycling.
In the evening, head to State Street, where you will find a wide variety of shops, restaurants, live music venues and entertainment. Get your favourite fare for dinner and then unwind with a local beer at one of the many bars in Madison city centre.
