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A Room of One's Own

The local, independent bookstore has been a community favorite since 1975.

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Shopping

State Street style. Neighborhood boutiques. Madison shopping is pretty unique! From the shops that line downtown to neat neighborhoods known for their specialty stores, there are treasures to be found for every taste.

To discover your shopping options, simply use the database below to search by category, location or keyword. When your results are displayed, click to discover details about each retail location. Or, check out sample itineraries that will help you incorporate shopping into your personalized plans to visit Madison!

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