Vilas Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Henry Vilas Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Henry Vilas Zoo home during your travels in Madison? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Vilas Park
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Vilas Park home during your holiday in Madison? Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Enjoy the student vibe around University of Wisconsin-Madison, a top university in Madison. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Camp Randall Stadium
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.
Capitol Square
You can find out about the history of Madison when you stop by Capitol Square. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Wisconsin State Capitol
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 entertainment choices.
Activities
Downtown Madison Sightseeing & History with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour
Our pick of the best Vilas Hotel Deals
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
Baymont by Wyndham Madison West/Middleton WI West
"Staff was not accommodating. The room next to me was very loud and I was woken up at 2am from a man screaming and children crying and they just said I can’t get moved or I would have to pay over $150 to get upgraded. I feel like they didn’t care to go out of the way to assist me. The hotel did not ..."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison
"Stayed One night. Room was clean and one thing that always bothers me is I'm a nonsmoker but didn't run into a smelly room. Staff was helpful and straight forward. Breakfast was solid. Breakfast was nothing special just your typical buffet. Great Stay overall"
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East
"Clean rooms, nice place with friendly staff. This is the first time I have stayed at a hotel where breakfast was an additional charge, but .. it was pretty good, with a nice selection. The sofa in the Suite I stayed in, was not the most comfortable, but the room was nice. Disappointed in the pool ..."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Tru by Hilton Madison West, WI
"Great service"
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
The Edgewater
"Did not know about a fee for parking until time of checkout."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Vilas
Downtown Madison
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Madison. A stop by Orpheum Theater or Overture Center for the Arts might round out your trip.
Monona
Visitors to Monona enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Aldo Leopold Nature Center is worth a stop.
Campus Area
While visiting Campus Area, you might make a stop by sights like Memorial Union Terrace and Lake Monona Shoreline Run.
Marquette
While visiting Marquette, you might make a stop by sights like The Sylvee and Yahara Place Park.
Greenbush
While Greenbush may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wisconsin Field House and Kohl Center.
