Visit Downtown Madison

Set on an isthmus between two scenic lakes, Madison's Central Business District encompasses the heart of downtown Madison, where the famed State Street pedestrian mall links the Capitol Square, seat of Wisconsin state government, to the University of Wisconsin campus.

The central downtown is home to more than 1,500 businesses - from shops, boutiques, and restaurants to financial, law and communications firms - plus museums and cultural destinations.

Stop at the Downtown Visitor Center year-round, for maps, directions and a friendly smile!

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Handmade and Handcrafted 2019

When it comes to gift-giving, it pays to shop — and craft — local. “…Shopping local directly supports your community,” says Kira Rosenstiel, manager of Art Gecko, 510 State Street.
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Your Holiday Traditions Start Downtown

Start your season of celebration in Downtown Madison, WI. Holiday Lights, A Winter Night Market, A Holiday Open House and a Cookie Walk...
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Perfect Fall Day

Here, three individuals with roots in Downtown Madison share what’s on their respective itineraries for a perfect fall day in downtown.
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Take a family-friendly foray in Downtown Madison

Downtown Madison isn’t just for college students and office workers. It’s a welcoming atmosphere for all, children and families included.
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122 W Doty Underground Parking
122 W Doty
(608) 251-0706
uli.com

Public access parking garage.

AC Hotel Madison Downtown
1 N Webster
(608) 286-1337
achotels.marriott.com

The modern design and earthy ambiance evoke a sense of nature and serenity that will surely sooth the traveler’s mind. Whether you’re enjoying the panoramic views of Madison from the rooftop pool or socializing over handcrafted cocktails in the bar, AC Hotel Madison Downtown is sure to offer you the essential hotel experience.

Alumni Park and One Alumni Place
724 Langdon
(608) 308-5151
www.alumnipark.com

A place that celebrates the University of Wisconsin–Madison and its graduates, telling the stories of the UW alumni and the ways they’ve changed the world.

American Exchange Parking Lot
2 N Webster
(608) 251-0706
uli.com

Public access parking lot.

Best Western Premier Park Hotel
22 S Carroll
(608) 285-8000
parkhotelmadison.com
Certificates accepted here

A reflection of Madison's history and growth as a city, the only hotel on Madison’s Capitol Square, Best Western Premier Park Hotel is an icon of hospitality and a true symbol of downtown Madison.

Block 89 Garage
10 E Doty
(608) 251-0706
uli.com

Public access parking garage.

Brayton Lot
1 S Butler
(608) 266-4761
www.cityofmadison.com

City of Madison operated parking lot. Metered.

Buckeye Lot
214 W Gorham
(608) 266-4761
www.cityofmadison.com

City of Madison operated parking lot. Metered.

Capitol Square North Garage
218 E Mifflin
(608) 266-4761
www.cityofmadison.com

City of Madison operated parking garage.

Capitol Square South Garage
113 S Henry
(608) 266-4636
pwht.countyofdane.com

Dane County operated parking garage.

Chazen Museum of Art
750 University
(608) 263-2246
www.chazen.wisc.edu

Home to the second-largest collection of art in Wisconsin, with permanent collections, temporary exhibitions, education programs and events.

City of Madison Parks
210 Martin Luther King Jr.
(608) 266-4711
www.cityofmadison.com

City of Madison Parks offices. Offering parks information, lake access, golf courses, events, shelter rentals, and more.

Club Suites at Memorial Union
800 Langdon
(608) 263-2600
union.wisc.edu

The Wisconsin Union Club Suites welcome you to the heart of campus. Six elegantly appointed and updated rooms are available right in Memorial Union along with stunning views of Lake Mendota, the Memorial Union Terrace and iconic UW-Madison landmarks.

Dayton-Pinckney Garage
21 E Dayton
(608) 251-0706
uli.com

Public access parking garage.

Destination Madison
22 E Mifflin
(608) 255-2537
www.visitmadison.com

As Greater Madison’s official destination marketing organization, Destination Madison drives economic impact through tourism. We attract leisure visitors, conventions and sporting events to the area, and partner with local businesses to position Madison as one of the world’s most vibrant and innovative places to live, work and visit.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Madison
525 W Johnson
(608) 251-5511
doubletree3.hilton.com

Situated on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus, we are in walking distance of the vibrant shopping, dining and entertainment district, State Street, as well as other downtown attractions. Experience the legendary atmosphere by catching a game at Camp Randall Stadium or cheering on the Wisconsin Badgers at the Kohl Center.

Downtown Madison Information Booth
100 W Mifflin
www.visitdowntownmadison.com

Open from May into October, the Downtown Madison Info Booth is located where State St. meets the Capitol Square. Offering visitor information, brochures, and answering questions regarding downtown shopping, dining, and entertainment.

Downtown Visitor Center
452 State
(608) 512-1341
www.visitdowntownmadison.com

Downtown maps, directions, event information, and shopping and dining suggestions. Two locations: Year-round Downtown Visitor Center in Peace Park at 452 State St., and the seasonal Downtown Information Booth (May-Oct.) where State Street meets the Capitol Square.

Fire Station Lot No. 2
337 N Broom
(608) 251-0706
uli.com

Public access parking lot.

Fluno Center Parking (Lot 83)
314 N Frances
(608) 263-6666
transportation.wisc.edu

University of Wisconsin operated parking garage.

Government East Garage
215 S Pinckney
(608) 266-4761
www.cityofmadison.com

City of Madison operated parking garage.

Graduate Madison
601 Langdon
(608) 257-4391
graduatemadison.com
Certificates accepted here

Boutique hotel near State Street and the UW-Madison campus with two food & beverage outlets open to the public, including a rooftop lounge.

Granger Hall Parking (Lot 7)
325 N Brooks
(608) 263-6666
transportation.wisc.edu

University of Wisconsin operated parking garage.

Helen C White Hall Parking
600 N Park
(608) 263-6666
transportation.wisc.edu

University of Wisconsin operated parking garage.

Hilton Madison Monona Terrace
9 E Wilson
(608) 255-5100
www3.hilton.com

Hotel and conference center, connected to Monona Terrace via skywalk.

Lake & Johnson Garage
301 N Lake
(608) 263-6666
transportation.wisc.edu

University of Wisconsin operated parking garage.

Lowell Center - UW Madison Conference Centers
610 Langdon
(608) 256-2621
www.conferencing.uwex.edu

A University of Wisconsin-Extension conference & banquet center and hotel.

Madison Children's Museum
100 N Hamilton
(608) 256-6445
madisonchildrensmuseum.org
Certificates accepted here

A welcoming, imaginative, joyful learning environment that nurtures children’s creativity and curiosity through hands-on exhibits, creative projects and special events.

Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
1 W Dayton
800-356-8293
www.concoursehotel.com
Certificates accepted here

Independently owned hotel offering guests a special Madison experience through our distinctive customer focus.

Madison Museum of Contemporary Art
227 State
(608) 257-0158
www.mmoca.org

An independent organization that exhibits, collects, and preserves modern and contemporary art to provide transformative experiences that educate, reflect, and inspire us as individuals and a community.

Madison Opera Parking Garage
333 W Mifflin
(608) 251-0706
uli.com

Public access parking garage.

Madison Public Library - Central Library
201 W Mifflin
(608) 266-6300
www.madisonpubliclibrary.org

The recently renovated Central Library offers expanded facilities plus art exhibits, events, films and hands-on activities for all ages including a designated kids area.

Memorial Library
728 State
(608) 262-3193
www.library.wisc.edu

The principal research facility on the UW-Madison campus for the humanities and social sciences.

Memorial Union
800 Langdon
(608) 265-3000
union.wisc.edu

A visit to Madison is not complete without a visit to Memorial Union, one of the community’s most beloved destinations. Located right on the shore of Lake Mendota, Memorial Union is home to almost daily events and activities as well as multiple on-site dining options to help meet the dining needs of everyone all in one place. Treasured by generations of community members and visitors, Memorial Union is a place to come to socialize, relax, study and be nourished.

Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
1 John Nolen
(608) 261-4000
www.mononaterrace.com

A public space and convention center designed by Frank Lloyd Wright hosting conferences, conventions, art installations, Frank Lloyd Wright history, and community events including yoga, meditation, dancing, and concerts. Open daily with a rooftop garden, public tours, gift shop, and the Lake Vista Cafe.

Monona Terrace Parking
1 John Nolen
(608) 261-4000
www.mononaterrace.com

Public access parking located at the Monona Terrace.

Ovation 309 Parking
309 W Johnson
(608) 661-4309
ovation309.com

Public access parking garage.

Overture Center Garage
318 W Mifflin
(608) 266-4761
www.cityofmadison.com

City of Madison operated parking ramp.

Pyle Center - UW-Extension Conference Centers
702 Langdon
(608) 262-1122
www.conferencing.uwex.edu

One of three University of Wisconsin-Extension Conference Centers.

State Street Campus Garage
430 N Frances
(608) 266-4761
www.cityofmadison.com

City of Madison operated parking facility.

State Street Capitol Garage
214 N Carroll
(608) 266-4761
www.cityofmadison.com

City of Madison operated parking garage.

State Street Capitol Garage (Short Term Parking)
100 W Dayton
(608) 266-4761
www.cityofmadison.com

City of Madison operated short-term parking stalls. Metered.

Tenney Plaza Garage
142 E Main
(608) 251-0706
uli.com

Public access parking garage.

University Square Parking
300 N Lake
(608) 263-6666
transportation.wisc.edu

University of Wisconsin operated parking garage.

US Bank Plaza Parking
10 S Webster
(608) 251-0706
uli.com

Public access parking garage.

UW Campus and Visitor Relations
800 Langdon
(608) 263-2400
info.wisc.edu

UW-Madison campus and community information and assistance inside the Memorial Union. Info Desks also available at Union South and the Wisconsin Institute for Discovery.

Wisconsin Alumni Association
650 N Lake
(608) 262-2551
www.uwalumni.com

An independently financed, nonprofit alumni organization for UW-Madison alumni.

Wisconsin Historical Museum
30 N Carroll
(608) 264-6555
historicalmuseum.wisconsinhistory.org
Certificates accepted here

Explore four floors of exhibits highlighting Wisconsin's distinctive heritage and a variety of other American history topics. On Madison's Capitol Square.

Wisconsin Historical Society
816 State
(608) 264-6400
www.wisconsinhistory.org

Society headquarters, library and archives with materials about the history of Wisconsin, the United States and Canada, plus collections of the Wisconsin Center for Film and Theater Research.

Wisconsin State Capitol Tours
2 E Main
(608) 266-0382
tours.wisconsin.gov

Drop-in tours (45-55 min.) start at the Information Desk (inside the central rotunda). Mon.- Sat. at 9:00, 10:00, 11:00 a.m. and 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 p.m. Sundays at 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 p.m. A 4:00 p.m. tour is offered weekdays (Monday - Friday) Memorial Day through Labor Day. Reservations requested for groups of ten or more.

Wisconsin State Law Library
120 Martin Luther King Jr.
(608) 266-1600
wilawlibrary.gov

Serves the legal information needs of state officers and employees, attorneys and the public.

Wisconsin Union Campus Event Services Offices
800 Langdon
(608) 265-2511
union.wisc.edu

The Wisconsin Union Campus Event Services Office team makes it easy to host your event at some beloved campus locations in Madison, including Memorial Union and Union South. From team meetings and private parties to regional conferences and spectacular weddings – this team has the rooms, food and experience to make your event feel effortless and memorable.

Wisconsin Veterans Museum
30 W Mifflin
(608) 267-1799
www.wisvetsmuseum.com

Offering instructive exhibits highlighting important events in Wisconsin military history from the Civil War to the present.

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Downtown Ambassadors

Stop by the Downtown Visitor Center at 452 State St. or our seasonal Downtown Information Booth located at the top of State Street for information, directions and a welcoming smile.