Your local guide
Flexible suggestions; confirm opening days and admission before traveling.
Capitol Square and nearby streets sit between Lakes Mendota and Monona. Select a local restaurant from the directory, compare street addresses, and leave time to explore nearby public spaces. Check hours before traveling; these are suggested stops, not a verified walking route.
Explore the guide →Madison is in Dane County, Wisconsin. Capitol Square and nearby streets sit between Lakes Mendota and Monona. Willy Street and the surrounding near-east-side neighborhood have their own local business mix. Use the linked history sources to go beyond the brief timeline, then choose a local shop or restaurant for the rest of the visit.
Explore the guide →Madison Museum of Contemporary Art offers a starting point for a cultural visit. Check opening times directly, and use the forecast and regional air report before adding outdoor plans. Keep distances, heat and parking in mind.
Explore the guide →Confirm current hours, availability and details with the linked operator.
Start your plan with one of these restaurants. Open the profile for its address, hours source and menu link.
Eat & drink · Madison
Lallande is a bistro on Monroe Street, with French cooking and modern European cooking.
Eat & drink · Madison
Fairchild is a fine-dining restaurant and wine bar on Monroe Street, with seafood.
Pair your meal with a museum or cultural visit. Check the map before choosing a route; these stops are not necessarily walkable from each other.
Arts & culture · Madison
Contemporary art on State Street, between the Capitol and the university area.
Save a shop for a second stop or another afternoon.
Shop local · Madison
Pinkus McBride Market & Deli is a convenience store on North Hamilton Street.
Shop local · Madison
Frances Street Market is a convenience store on North Frances Street.
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