Campus Area, WI
Madison
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Popular places to visit
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Enjoy the collegiate vibe around University of Wisconsin-Madison, a top college in Madison. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Capitol Square
You can find out about the history of Madison with a visit to Capitol Square. Visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center during your trip to Madison. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Henry Vilas Zoo
Why not see the exotic and native animals who call Henry Vilas Zoo home during your vacation in Madison? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
State Street Shopping
During your visit to Madison, you can do some window-shopping at State Street Shopping. Savor the area's restaurants and bars.
Lake Mendota
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Mendota during your travels in Madison. Discover the area's sunsets and shops.
Things to do
Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour
Campus Area Hotel Deals
Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown
Very friendly staff. Great location for UW events.
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown
Great clean hotel with comfortable beds, but I most enjoyed the delicious breakfast with plenty of options.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown
We thought the breakfast buffet was complimentary! Sat down, got the buff to then learn it was $20 each and we had no idea!
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025
Graduate by Hilton Madison
We have come to prefer staying at Graduate hotels in any town that has them, even if we have no business with the Universities they are associated with. The hotels are always clean, comfortable, and staffed by friendly students. Front desk staff went out of their way to recommend great places to ...
Reviewed on Oct 3, 2025
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
The room was clean and welcoming. We got free drinks at the bar and the staff was very friendly.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Madison West/Middleton WI West
My room was clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Campus Area
Greenbush
While Greenbush might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kohl Center and Henry Vilas Zoo.
Downtown Madison
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Madison. A stop by Orpheum Theater or Overture Center for the Arts might round out your trip.
University Heights Historic District
When in University Heights Historic District, you can plan a visit to Camp Randall Stadium and Wisconsin Field House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Bay Creek
Though Bay Creek might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Henry Vilas Zoo and Dane County Farmers Market.
Regent
Regent might not have many top sights, but Camp Randall Stadium and Wisconsin Field House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Tenney-Lapham
While visiting Tenney-Lapham, you might make a stop by sights like Breese Stevens Field and Lake Mendota.