Title: Things to Do in Madison in 2026 | Expedia.com [Madison Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Madison.dx8449)[Hotels in Madison](https://expedia.com/Madison-Hotels.d8449.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Madison](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Madison.d8449.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Madison](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Madison.d8449.Car-Rental-Guide)[Madison Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Madison.d8449.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Madison ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Madison Types of activities [Madison Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Madison.dx8449) ![Downtown Madison, Wisconsin and Lake Mendota](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8449/8dce3c9e-630f-43a3-866a-aa1626daff3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Downtown Madison, Wisconsin and Lake Mendota](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8449/8dce3c9e-630f-43a3-866a-aa1626daff3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wisconsin State Capitol Building (Downtown Madison, WI) Aerial Drone Photography](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8449/afb53cec-151d-4efb-8f60-1a25a8aa3687.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Vanderbilt building ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55112/0715598e-61cc-49d6-a4d8-6cfaf38064f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_8449) ## Recommended things to do in Madison | Number of things to do | 5 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Magical Madison, NJ Scavenger Hunt](/things-to-do/magical-madison-nj-scavenger-hunt.a50021873.activity-details): $27 | | Top 5 things to do | [New York to Niagara Falls One Way Intercity Transfer via Corning](/things-to-do/new-york-to-niagara-falls-one-way-intercity-transfer-via-corning.a51044315.activity-details)[Magical Madison, NJ Scavenger Hunt](/things-to-do/magical-madison-nj-scavenger-hunt.a50021873.activity-details)[Creative Cranford Scavenger Hunt](/things-to-do/creative-cranford-scavenger-hunt.a49637753.activity-details)[Creative Chatham, NJ Scavenger Hunt](/things-to-do/creative-chatham-nj-scavenger-hunt.a50035707.activity-details)[2-Day Best of Niagara Falls, Corning, Finger Lakes Tour from NYC](/things-to-do/niagara-glass-finger-lakes-2-day-scenic-escape-from-nyc.a4806236.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [2-Day Best of Niagara Falls, Corning, Finger Lakes Tour from NYC](/things-to-do/niagara-glass-finger-lakes-2-day-scenic-escape-from-nyc.a4806236.activity-details) | ## What to do in Madison --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Madison? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Madison ![United States college campus aerial of green grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6247305/e096e507-72dc-48e3-acb3-b2fd057f631b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Drew University Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Drew University, during your travels in Madison. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Drew-University-Madison.d6247305.Vacation-Attraction) #### Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey You can get tickets for a performance at Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey during your trip to Madison. You can attend a sporting event while in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Shakespeare-Theatre-Of-New-Jersey-Madison.d6247325.Vacation-Attraction) #### St huberts Though St huberts might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Madison while you are here. [](https://expedia.com/St-Huberts-Parsippany.d624547331019354112.Vacation-Attraction) #### Museum of Early Trades and Crafts You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museum of Early Trades and Crafts during your trip to Madison. You can attend a sporting event while in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Museum-Of-Early-Trades-And-Crafts-Madison.d553248621561874927.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Madison ![Aerial Drone of Morristown New Jersey Summer 2024](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8771/b190bc43-d9ce-4469-a902-d3ef55a2c06e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Morristown ![Vanderbilt building ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55112/0715598e-61cc-49d6-a4d8-6cfaf38064f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Florham Park ![Trail through a forest covered by a thick layer of snow in a New Jersey park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183602/e1bde130-f911-4f30-a1e4-c4e1de2a3b49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Chatham ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Madison worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Madison? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Madison? ### Is three days enough to stay in Madison? ### Is Madison a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Madison with kids? > - [2-Day Best of Niagara Falls, Corning, Finger Lakes Tour from NYC](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/niagara-glass-finger-lakes-2-day-scenic-escape-from-nyc.a4806236.activity-details) ### What to do in Madison for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Madison? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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