Title: Visit Downtown Madison: Best of Downtown Madison, Madison Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Downtown Madison](https://expedia.ca/Downtown-Madison-Madison-Hotels.0-n6059906-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Madison](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Madison.d602704.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Madison](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Madison.d602704.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Downtown Madison Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Downtown-Madison.d6059906.Car-Rental-Guide)[Downtown Madison Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Downtown-Madison.d6059906.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Downtown Madison ## Madison ![Wisconsin State Capitol building, view from Monona Terrace rooftop.; Shutterstock ID 5305432](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059906/c1fb6a54-36b0-4697-a90e-8414843d0e93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wisconsin State Capitol building, view from Monona Terrace rooftop.; Shutterstock ID 5305432](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059906/c1fb6a54-36b0-4697-a90e-8414843d0e93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cool street art in Madison, Wisconsin](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2424/f69833fb-8cae-4e95-9067-d9e88cfd3e67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The view of the Capitol from the rooftop Monona Terrace is breathtaking ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2424/a10ebd96-4d86-4eec-8638-a3d8a30c2089.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Capitol Building](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2424/680e38ed-9a39-4720-a509-6c40a631dc96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Downtown Madison Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Madison travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Madison.dx602704) --- ### Popular places to visit ![This is great focal point for Madison!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2424/4c5d1f17-7c10-4510-80dc-89a2a8421a4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wisconsin State Capitol 4.5/5(13 reviews) After visiting Wisconsin State Capitol, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Madison. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theater scene. [](https://expedia.ca/Wisconsin-State-Capitol-Downtown-Madison.d6068325.Vacation-Attraction) ![Capitol Building](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2424/680e38ed-9a39-4720-a509-6c40a631dc96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Capitol Square 4.5/5(6 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Capitol-Square-Madison.d6338151.Vacation-Attraction) ![Madison showing street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602704/3585a36b-f5ce-4949-98ef-167aa99bb08c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/State-Street-Shopping-Madison.d6170181.Vacation-Attraction) ![Madison doesn't suck. Awesome evening on union terrace. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2424/33b19e33-a3a5-4292-add0-576a5ecaee0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Memorial Union Terrace You can enjoy the entertainment at Memorial Union Terrace during your travels to Madison. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Memorial-Union-Terrace-Downtown-Madison.d553248621533126261.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cool street art in Madison, Wisconsin](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2424/f69833fb-8cae-4e95-9067-d9e88cfd3e67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Wisconsin-Madison 4.5/5(7 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/University-Of-Wisconsin-Madison-Madison.d6068319.Vacation-Attraction) ![Historic Arched Entry to Camp Randall Stadium](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068321/9bfab1dd-b2f6-4e5a-b41c-fc5a5c133859.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Camp Randall Stadium 4.5/5(3 reviews) Catch an event at Camp Randall Stadium during your trip to Madison. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Camp-Randall-Stadium-Madison.d6068321.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Haunted Madison Capitol Building on Madison Ghosts Haunted Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46586124/ba6c42a9-9e83-4e36-8e6e-e0e9933b8824.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour CA $44 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/murmurs-of-mourning-murder-madison-ghost-tour.a46586124.activity-details) ![Trolley Pub Public Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48956593/e77baf26-9704-49f2-9956-66027f0d5446.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Trolley Pub Public Tour CA $61 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/trolley-pub-public-tour.a48956593.activity-details) ![Haunted Madison Capitol Building on Madison Ghosts Haunted Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46586124/ba6c42a9-9e83-4e36-8e6e-e0e9933b8824.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour CA $44 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/murmurs-of-mourning-murder-madison-ghost-tour.a46586124.activity-details) [See all activities in Madison](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Madison.d602704.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Downtown Madison Hotel Deals ![The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28500/28447/fb616a0c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club 1 W Dayton St Madison WI CA $161 CA $186 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Madison. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,529 reviews) Clean room! Very nice staff!! Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=28447&PinnedHotelID=28447&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6059906) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12000/11944/7654de65_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown 525 West Johnson Street Madison WI CA $146 CA $169 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madison. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! 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Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F03%2F2026&endDate=24%2F03%2F2026&selected=61523744&PinnedHotelID=61523744&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6059906) ![The Edgewater](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14900/14843/927bfdc3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Edgewater 1001 Wisconsin Place Madison WI CA $229 CA $299 total Mar 11 - Mar 12 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Madison. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews) The hotel is beautiful and all of the staff were friendly and kind. The hotel room was spacious, clean and comfortable. Thank you! 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