Relax AND Unwind IN MADISON, WI
In the capital city, you’ll find connection on every corner. 5 lakes, 270 parks and beaches, 6,000 acres of greenery — and that’s just the outside. Inside, breweries are flowing, eateries are innovating, and bands are jammin’ all within blocks. No matter the day, it’s easy to reconnect to what you love. It’s what makes us, unmistakably Madison.
A PERFECT MADISON DAY
Start Your Day Here

9 AM
Bring a piece of Madison home with you (honey, cheese, and way more) and don’t forget those free samples at the Dane County Farmers' Market — the largest producer-only farmers' market in the U.S.
Next up: 1 min walk
Coffee with a view, anyone?

11 AM
Grab a coffee with a view, stroll through the State Capitol Building and relax on the Capitol Lawn.
Next up: 20 min stroll
State Street strolling

Noon
Shop local and eat local as you make your way down State Street to Library Mall.
Next up: 3 min walk
Artsy exploration

2 PM
Explore the expansive (like 23,000+ works in the collection expansive!) Chazen Museum of Art. PS — It’s free.
Next up: 5 min walk
Lively vibes and a view at the Terrace

4 PM
Cold and refreshing — try some famous Babcock ice cream or craft beer at the lakeside Memorial Union Terrace.
Next up: 1 min walk
Unmistakably Madison Moment

4:15 PM
Take (or maybe even dip your toes) in the glittering waters of Lake Mendota, as you reconnect with those who matter most.
Next up: 20 min walk
From eatery to streatery (street + eatery)

5:30 PM
Enjoy dinner at one of the 120+ restaurants downtown on State Street, the UW Campus, and near the Capitol. Or, head down Willy St. (Williamson Street) for even more local food and drink.
Next up: 5 – 25 min walk
Catch a show

7 PM
Catch a show at the Overture Center for the Arts.
Next up: 5 min walk
End with a view to remember

9:30 PM
Fall even more in love with the Madison skyline.









Where to Stay & Rejuvenate
Wake up with a view of a glittering lake or cozy up in a bed & breakfast, all romantic and quaint. Wherever you stay in Madison, you'll find rest and relaxation your way.
Indulge in the Local Food Scene
Relax on a patio with a view and reconnect with those who matter most while savoring the local fare. From Michelin star to fish fries, finding a foodie spot here is easy — we have the most eateries per capita out of any city in the U.S.
EVENTS
From the farmers' market to Art Fair on the Square, these are what make moments — big and small — into lasting memories.
View Annual EventsArt Fair on the Square 2022
Dane County Fair 2022
Cambridge Rib Fest
Concerts at McKee
Agora Art Fair
Taste of Madison
New Glarus Oktoberfest
It’s not goodbye yet, is it?
We don't believe in mediocre moments here in the capital city. Wondering where this hidden gem is? Stroll the expansive outdoor gardens at Olbrich Botanical Gardens.

