Katie & Alec

Katie & Alec

September 20, 2024 • Edgerton, WI
Katie & Alec

Katie & Alec

September 20, 2024 • Edgerton, WI

Things to Do

JEREMY LOWE'S GUIDE TO MADISON, WISCONSIN:


Farmers Market - Bring your post wedding hangover to the famed Dane County Farmers Market, which takes place on Saturday morning on the streets surrounding the State Capital. Cure the hangover with a black cold brew from the adjacent Wonderstate Coffee.


Biking - Madison is very bike friendly. It was certified as a Platinum-Level Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists. Hop on a bike-share and ride around the lake or challenge your quads with a ride up Bascom Hill.

** wear a helmet **


Explore Waunakee, Wisconsin – the only Waunakee in the world. While visiting Katie’s hometown, get a breakfast sandwich at M-N-M’s Coffeehouse and make sure to take a photo at the famed “Welcome to Waunakee” sign on your way in/out of town.


Terrace at Memorial Union - if you think you’ve experienced Happy Hour, you’re wrong. Come to the Union at University of Wisconsin about an hour/two before sunset, get a pitcher or two of beer, have a brat and maybe some ice cream. Thank me later.


Hilldale - if you forgot any essentials or are looking for the closest thing to the Westfield Century City, stop by this glorious mall. Also a great place to go if you’re in need of some Bartaco or University of Wisconsin merch


Visit the Botanical Gardens - if nature is your jam, you’ve got to visit the Olbrich Botanical Gardens. They are expansive and you might get lost finding the exit.


Culver’s - visit the house of Craig Culver and get custard, curds or a burger. Support the True Blue crew. Ask about the Custard of the Day.


State Street - this is where you want to go for a night out. Tons of college bars and you’ve got to visit Wando’s, where Clare Broadway famously worked. Cap off the night with a slice of Ian’s Pizza.


No shortage of good food but here are a few great spots:

Leopold’s - bookstore, bar and coffee shop. Your choice on what kind of visit you want it to be.

The Old Fashioned - 50 Wisconsin beers on tap and some of the best cheese curds

Eno Vino Downtown - it’s still summer, so get your rooftop fix in with some drinks at this beautiful spot overlooking the State Capital.

C’s in Middleton - Open for breakfast. A cheerful place where everybody knows your name.

Madison Sourdough - get there early because they sell out of pastries!

Memorial Union

Picture of Memorial Union
800 Langdon St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
(608) 265-3000

A must while in Madison! Stop by the Memorial Union and have a Spotted Cow and ice cream while sitting in their famous chairs looking out on the lake.

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Dane County Farmers' Market

Picture of Dane County Farmers' Market
2 E Main St, Madison, WI 53703, USA
(608) 455-1999

Another must while in Madison! The Farmers' Market is on Saturdays 6:15 am – 1:45 pm and is right on the square. From fresh-cut flowers and vegetables to hot loaves of Stella's Bakery hot & spicy cheese bread (a must!) and local honey, you'll check off your list and find new favorite foods along the way.

State Street and Downtown Madison

Picture of State Street and Downtown Madison
State Street Madison, WI

There are a bunch of fun shops and bars along State Street in Madison. It's always fun to walk up and down the street and check them out!