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Downtown Madison, Wisconsin
At the heart of the Four Lakes region, visitors will discover bustling downtown Madison, Wisconsin. Located only five miles from the Crowne Plaza Hotel Madison, on the isthmus between shimmering Lake Mendota and Lake Monona, downtown Madison is a beautiful blend of art, music, culture, diversity, and small town life. Take a stroll down State Street, attend an outdoor concert at Capitol Square, or explore Frank Lloyd Wright's Monona Terrace Convention Center.
Hotel near Wisconsin State Capitol.
The Crowne Plaza Madison is conveniently located just five miles from the Wisconsin State Capitol and Downtown Madison / State Street. Visit the historic attraction, shop & dine till you drop, and then head back to the CrownePlaza and relax in well-appointed rooms with plush bedding, roomy accommodations & personal service.
Downtown State Street
Linking Capitol Square with the University of Wisconsin Madison, the pedestrian-only State Street is a half-mile thoroughfare lined with sidewalk cafés, restaurants, bars, boutiques and bookstores. Head to the Wisconsin Historical Museum, Wisconsin Veterans Museum, the Cesar Pelli designed Madison Museum of Contemporary Art or catch a live show at the Orpheum Theatre.
Wisconsin State Capitol
Madison's crown jewel is the Wisconsin State Capitol, a 200 foot granite stone structure built in 1917. Situated at the end of State Street, the State Capitol building houses the Wisconsin Legislature and the Wisconsin Supreme Court. The building is recognized by its large dome topped with a French gilded statue. Tour this impressive architectural feat and discover the building's ornate Rotunda, the Senate Chamber and the State Supreme Court. Tours reveal hand-carved furniture, colorful glass mosaics and intricate murals. Climb to the top of the Lantern Balcony for gorgeous panorama views of the Madison skyline. Visit www.wisconsin.gov for tour information. In addition, the Wisconsin State Capitol lawn features a variety of attractions. Head to the Dane County Farmers' Market held every Saturday rain or shine. The Concerts on the Square series features free performances by the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra.
Noteworthy Downtown Madison Attractions
- State Street
- University of Wisconsin Madison
- Wisconsin State Capitol Tours
- Capitol Square & Lawn
- Madison Children's Museum
- Wisconsin Veterans Museum
- Overture Center for the Arts
- Madison Contemporary Art Museum
- Wisconsin Historical Museum
- The Orpheum Theatre
- Madison Civic Center
