One of Madison's most popular attractions, this oasis of green includes a sunken garden, perennial garden, rose garden, rock garden, herb garden, wildflower garden and a tropical conservatory.

Truly a wild place to hang out, this free zoo, located inside Vilas Park, features animals from around the world including African lions, South American alpacas and tortoises from the Galapagos Islands.

Bringing Wisconsin's history to life through exhibits on the material culture of the state and the Upper Midwest, from prehistoric times to present day.

This hiking trail passes some fascinating geological formations formed by the recession of giant glaciers during the Ice Age, between 70,000 to 10,000 years ago.

This 1260 acres of forest land, that borders the southern half of Lake Wingra, has been restored and is owned and by the University. There are cross-country ski trails, a paved 10-K loop for runners and an educational visitors center.

New Self Renewal Center provides a small community that offers both fitness and rest, focusing on health and wellness for the whole person.

This art museum's impressive collection includes, prints, photographs, paintings and sculptures from prehistoric times to modern day. Special exhibitions showcasing local artists take place throughout the year.

Tots and tykes love this museum where they can dig for dinosaur bones, freeze their shadow on a phosphorescent wall and don overalls to brush, groom and milk cows as they learn about the Wisconsin dairy industry.

Located on the shores of Lake Wingra, this park includes the Henry Vilas Zoo, an arboretum and a popular scenic beach.

Diverse collection of minerals, rocks and fossils dating from the age of the dinosaurs.

A museum honoring all Wisconsin veterans with dioramas on all wars from the Civil War to the present.

One of the two main art museums in the city of Madison.

A 3-mile bike path along Lake Monona.