Destination Madison

Top 6 Best Attractions in Madison, WI

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Wisconsin State Capitol

4.7 (902 Google reviews)

2 E Main St
Madison, WI

Open dailysee hourshide hours

Monday:

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday:

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday:

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday:

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday:

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday:

8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunday:

8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

The best attractions in Madison, WI showcase the capital city's best things to do from history to outdoor fun to things to do with the kids.

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Wisconsin State Capitol

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Wisconsin State Capitol

4.7 (902 Google reviews)

2 E Main St
Madison, WI

Open dailysee hourshide hours

Monday:

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday:

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday:

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday:

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday:

8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday:

8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunday:

8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

The Wisconsin State Capitol is open to all daily. Step inside the stunning rotunda or climb to the observation deck on a self-guided adventure or take a free guided tour, offered hourly.

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Madison Children's Museum

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Madison Children's Museum

4.7 (2.1K Google reviews)

100 N Hamilton St
Madison, WI

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Monday:

Closed

Tuesday:

Closed

Wednesday:

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Thursday:

9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Friday:

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Saturday:

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Sunday:

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Learning through play is the name of the game at the Madison Children's Museum. Kids of all ages can enjoy interactive, award-winning exhibits and daily activities.

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Memorial Union Terrace

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Memorial Union

4.8 (3.1K Google reviews)

800 Langdon St
Madison, WI

Open dailysee hourshide hours

Monday:

7:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Tuesday:

7:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Wednesday:

7:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Thursday:

7:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Friday:

7:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Saturday:

8:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Sunday:

8:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Memorial Union Terrace on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus is and outdoor escape. The terrace is known for its iconic sunburst chairs and beautiful views of Lake Mendota.

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Olbrich Botanical Gardens

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Olbrich Botanical Gardens

4.8 (4.1K Google reviews)

3330 Atwood Ave
Madison, WI

Open daily until 4:00 PMsee hourshide hours

Monday:

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Tuesday:

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Wednesday:

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Thursday:

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Friday:

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Saturday:

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunday:

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Explore 16 acres of horticulture heaven at the free outdoor gardens. The gardens are open year-round and feature 14 uniquely themed areas.

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Henry Vilas Zoo

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Henry Vilas Zoo

4.7 (8.6K Google reviews)

702 S Randall Ave
Madison, WI

Open daily until 5:00 PMsee hourshide hours

Monday:

9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday:

9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday:

9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday:

9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday:

9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday:

9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Sunday:

9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

One of few completely free zoos in the country, Henry Vilas Zoo is open daily and is home to hundreds of animals and countless opportunities to make family memories.

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Cave of the Mounds

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Cave of the Mounds

4.7 (4.0K Google reviews)

2975 Cave of the Mounds Rd
Blue Mounds, WI

Open daily until 5:00 PMsee hourshide hours

Monday:

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday:

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday:

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday:

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday:

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday:

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Sunday:

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Take a guided underground adventure through a landmark millions of years in the making. Cave of the Mounds is a family-friendly adventure and is deemed a Natural National Landmark by the National Parks Service.

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