Things To Do in Madison

There is a lot to do at UW's South East Recreational Facility (SERF). This facility is available to some University guests.
There is a great jogging/biking path starting at the Memorial Union's Terrace and heading west along Lake Mendota to Picnic Point.
The UW Arboretum is little further from campus, but it is worth the trip. The Arboretum features nature trails and a 3-mile stretch of road closed to thru traffic which is great for jogging or biking.
The city has numerous parks (here's a map).
Vilas Park (#7 on the map above) has a great zoo including a petting area for children (or adults!). Admission is free.

Tours of the Wisconsin State Capitol, the pride of the city (free)
UW's Elvehjem Museum of Art on University Ave (free)
Madison Art Center two blocks from the Capitol
State Historical Museum on the Capitol Square at the end of State Street (free) (info: 608-264-6555)
Wisconsin Veteran's Museum on the Capitol Square at the end of State Street (free) (info: 608-266-1854)
Madison Children's Museum on State Street (admission charge) (info: 608-256-6445)
Geology Museum on the UW campus on the corner of Charter and Dayton (free) (info: 608-262-2399)

Oct 16 1996