A family takes a selfie on frozen Lake Monona

Your Vibe, Your Trip in Madison, WI

In the capital city, every moment counts. 5 lakes, 270+ parks, 6,000 acres of nature — and that’s just the outside. Inside, there are restaurants to devour, museums to discover, and live events to experience all within blocks — making it easy to have a fall getaway to remember.

Choose from four different sides of the city, or try them all.

Choose Your Vibe

Choose Your Vibe

A young girl peaks through a plastic pink flamingo while standing on a frozen Lake Monona.

Kid-Approved Travel That Parents Will Love, Too

Every day is family day. Read on for vacation inspiration where memory making takes center stage.

A Black man whispers into the ear of a Black woman at a bar at Working Draft Brewery while enjoying beers.

Eat, Drink, Travel Local

Get to know Madison's artsy, crafted, progressive and eclectic sides. Read on to explore them all.

2 people bike on frozen Lake Monona

Take on Adventure by Land & by Lake

Every second is an action-packed adventure. Read on to make the most of your visit and see and do as much as possible.

2 women enjoy drinks at the Harvey House bar

Relax, Unwind & Dine

Find connection on every corner. To yourself. The city. And those who matter most. Read on for your R&R guide to Madison.