Madison guide

WELCOME to the Greater Madison Area! You will find the best of all worlds in Wisconsin's vibrant capital city and picturesque surrounding towns: natural beauty and outdoor recreation, stimulating cultural offerings, distinctive restaurants and shops, and an irreverent spirit of fun. Built on an isthmus between lakes Monona and Mendota, Madison is renowned for its beautiful scenery. A total of five area lakes and more than 260 city parks create the perfect setting for an abundance of year-round outdoor activities, from hiking, biking, swimming and sailing along with cross-country skiing, snow sailing, and ice fishing. Urban culture, natural beauty, small town charm - the greater Madison area offers it all! Lose yourself in Victorian splendor, whirlpools, fine restaurants and lounges. Or make a splash during your stay in the swimming pools, in fitness centers and with an array of in-room movies and video games. Madison offers both small town charm and a range of cultural and recreational opportunities usually found in much larger cities. So, whether you're in town for a meeting, game or just a visit, enjoy Madison's array of accommodations from four-diamond luxury to rooms on a budget, providing a full range of options to meet your needs and fit your pocketbook. Explore a fascinating variety of attractions in Madison and the surrounding communities. Every day, visitors are discovering all of the wonderful attractions that Madison has to offer.

From the family-friendly Henry Vilas Zoo and Madison Children's Museum to the historic University of Wisconsin - Madison campus to the natural beauty of Olbrich Botanical Gardens and the UW-Arboretum, there is something for everyone, right here in the city. But that's only part of the picture! Venture out in any direction from Madison and, amid the rolling green landscapes, you'll encounter charming ethnic enclaves, fascinating artistic communities and some of the state's most interesting tourist attractions. In downtown Madison alone you can indulge in cuisines from around the world, not to mention excellent continental cuisine and world-famous burgers! And a host of brew pubs and other fun-loving establishments keep the good times rolling long into the evening.


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    Varsity Boys 1st round at Polk Monday night. Play Owen at 5:30. JV Boys play Madison at 7:45 Tuesday night at Polk Middle.

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