Grab your reusable shopping bags and enjoy a Madison tradition on Saturday, 9/30/23 from 6:15 am – 1:45 pm! It is America’s largest producers-only farmers’ market and conveniently located on the tree-lined grounds surrounding the Wisconsin State Capitol building.
Enjoy beautiful lake Monona by renting canoes, kayaks, paddle boards, and even fishing boats at Brittingham Boats - just a short walk from downtown! If you're eager to get out on the lake (between 10 am- 7 pm), we recommend securing your rental reservation in advance.
Madison is the unofficial bike capital of the Midwest and is recognized as a Platinum Bicycle Friendly Designation by the League of American Bicyclists. Whether embarking on the Lake Loop, or riding around downtown, there are no shortage of options.
If you prefer electric bikes, Madison BCycle is for you! The nations first all-electric bike share experience is changing how to explore Madison. You can download the BCycle mobile app to find one of 300 e-bikes at 45 stations to get started.
Take a break from the cheese curds and Spotted Cows and visit the University of Wisconsin arboretum. This nature preserve has miles of wooded trails to enjoy the seasonal fall colors, and is just a short 15 minute drive from downtown Madison.
This 16 acre outdoor garden park is one Madison's most popular attractions. The main garden is a short 10 minute drive from downtown, and is a perfect place to take kids and enjoy the many varieties of flowers and wildlife.
These free tennis and pickleball courts are available free of charge for any visiting pickle-enthusiast! Racquets and balls not included.
Madison is home to countless walking and biking trails that extend all through the city and further into the quiet rural areas of the lush Wisconsin countryside. Our favorite trails are the Lake Loop, Lake Wingra Loop, and Capital City State Trail! Perfect for renting bikes or taking a leisurely stroll.