Visit one of the Most Convenient Hotels in Madison
Situated just off of Highway 12/14 near Middleton, our hotel offers access to many top local attractions. The Radisson sits right in the heart of the city's Westside shopping district. Guests lodging in Madison will find our hotel's location convenient to Camp Randall Stadium, Elver Park, Hilldale Shopping Center and Ice Age National Scenic Trail. Business and leisure travelers alike are sure to find first-class entertainment, cultural attractions and great shopping a short distance from one of the best hotels in Madison.
Lodging at the Radisson affords easy access to:
Camp Randall Stadium (4.9 miles) This outdoor stadium hosts Wisconsin Badger football games and boasts one of the liveliest game-day atmospheres in the country. Check out this 80,000-seat stadium for a one-of-a-kind college football experience. Phone: +1 (608) 262-1866
Elver Park (1.2 miles) This expansive, 227-acre park is located less than five minutes away from the Radisson and features a disc golf course, softball fields, picnic shelters and soccer fields. In the winter, the park showcases ice skating and hockey rinks, a sledding hill and lighted cross-country ski trails. Phone: +1 (608) 266-4711
Henry Vilas Zoo/Vilas Park Beach (5.4 miles) This free-admission Madison zoo features lions, rhinoceroses, camels, polar bears and American bison along with other year-round exhibits and programs. Visit the beach next to the Zoo for an entire afternoon of fun and relaxation. Phone: +1 (608) 266-4733
Hilldale Shopping Center (3.5 miles) Enjoy high-end shopping at this spacious complex, which features a wide variety of shopping and dining options. Make sure to check out the state-of-the-art Sundance Cinemas for a one-of-a-kind theater experience. Phone: +1 (608) 238-6640
Ice Age National Scenic Trail (8.2 miles) Spend some time outdoors on this scenic 1,200-mile trail that stretches across the entire state of Wisconsin. This picturesque trail offers top views of Wisconsin's wildlife and geographical history dating back to the Ice Age.
Marcus Point UltraScreen Cinema (1.1 miles) Experience the ultimate in entertainment at this theater's 75-foot wide, three-story tall Ultra Screen and RealD digital 3D auditorium. Here, you'll enjoy the latest in Hollywood entertainment in digital sound, stadium seating and convenient show times. Phone: +1 (608) 833-3980
Monona Terrace Convention Center (10 miles) Designed by Wisconsin native Frank Lloyd Wright, this spectacular building hosts a variety of formal and public events throughout the year. The building is situated right alongside Lake Monona within a beautiful waterfront setting. Phone: +1 (608) 261-4000
Overture Center for the Arts (6.6 miles) Situated in Madison's cultural arts district, this venue features over 200 performances, art exhibits, and educational and community events each year. This stunning architectural structure also hosts a variety of trade shows, weddings, banquets, corporate meetings, conventions and receptions. Phone: +1 (608) 258-4177
University of Wisconsin-Madison (6.0 miles) This 933-acre college campus features a wide variety of cultural and artistic events throughout the year. You'll also find libraries, museums, sporting events, music events and much more throughout the year. Phone: +1 (608) 263-2400
Westgate Mall (1.0 mile) Enjoy a day of shopping at a variety of name-brand specialty stores only one mile from the Radisson. Phone: +1 (608) 288-1100
West Towne Mall (0.4 miles) Within walking distance of our hotel, you'll find this excellent shopping mall just down the street from one of the most conveniently located hotels in Madison. Phone: +1 (608) 833-6330
Wisconsin State Capitol Tours (6.5 miles) The city offers free daily, year-round tours of the gorgeous, historic interior of Wisconsin's State Capitol building. This picturesque structure sits right in between Lake Menona and Lake Mendata. Phone: +1 (608) 266-0382
By all accounts, Madison's picturesque setting is beyond enviable, nestled as the city is amid four glacier-created lakes. Even better, the downtown district claims the isthmus between Lakes Monona and Mendota, ensuring that both water and views are never too far distant. Presiding over everything is the State Capitol, an impressive domed edifice whose silhouette commands the scenic skyline. The lovely city is a far cry from the tiny settlement that existed early on, when the site of the capital was chosen by virtue of location alone. Once the Capitol was built and legislators had a place to convene, the University of Wisconsin-Madison followed in 1848, and the city began to flourish. Today, the cosmopolitan town has truly come into its own and is a center of culture, business, education, politics, and leisure. In fact, Madison has repeatedly been named one of the nation's most livable cities, thanks to the synergy created by its diverse aspects. Traditionally a bastion of liberal thinking, "Mad City" appeals to the broad-minded, especially given the strength and influence of the university. That's not to say, however, that academics rest in ivory towers. Bars, clubs, and restaurants appeal to folks of all persuasions, outdoor activities abound thanks to the lakes and numerous biking trails, and Badgers games at Camp Randall Stadium elicit strong emotions from loyal fans. Plus, industry thrives as government, technology, and insurance companies maintain sound community standings. For an initial overview of the city, make sure to wander through the Capitol and check out events held on its lawn, explore the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Monona Terrace, and browse the shops and restaurants along State Street. These, along with Madison's parks and museums, define the city, illustrating the compatibility between what nature has provided and what humanity has wrought in the city among the lakes.
Did you know?
Otis Redding, whose "Dock of the Bay" remains one of the most memorable songs from the '60s, has an unfortunate tie to Madison. In 1967, flying into the city from Cleveland, his twin-engine plane went down in Lake Monona, ending his promising life and career at the age of 26.