Welcome to a Little Piece of Paradise Called Madison

Big city sensibility, small town charm and striking natural beauty combine to make the Greater Madison area a favorite destination for recreational and business travelers alike.

With its distinctive restaurants, picturesque lakes and parks, diverse cultural offerings, and open-hearted attitude, the capital city and its surrounding communities offer you adventure and enjoyment that´ll entice you to return again and again.

Looking for a welcoming place to stay while you´re here? Visit Accommodations and search by establishment name, category or location.

Dining makes it easy to find the tastes you´re craving with a handy tool that lets you search by restaurant name, location or type of cuisine.

In search of Entertainment? Look here for theatres, galleries, museums, music venues and much more.

Check out Shopping to locate chic boutiques and quirky shops as well as the area´s largest malls.

Recreation directs you to a wide variety of sports and recreational programs, golf courses, resorts, sporting events and campgrounds, to name just a few of the options.

One of the biggest challenges of traveling is locating essential services — whether it´s as simple as finding a dry cleaner or as critical as finding a nearby medical clinic. Visit Services for a comprehensive listing of businesses that cater to the traveler in need.

Peruse the GMCC Community Calendar for not-to-be-missed area events — from Taste of Madison to Kites on Ice and Rhythm and Booms.