The Heart of South Central Wisconsin
Madison is Wisconsin’s second largest city after Milwaukee although one characteristic sets it apart. Home of the state capitol building is located at the heart seated in between of Lake Mendota and Lake Monona.
With farmer’s markets, restaurants, live music, unique festivals, museums, shopping, etc on and near State Street, there is no way to run out of ideas of fun activities to do for the whole family.
Madison is a booming city with low unemployment because of the Capitol and the University but it is also home to companies like CUNA and Sub-Zero & Wolf appliance and many more.
Neighborhoods
Start your search now with the neighborhoods of Madison!
North
Berkeley, Brentwood, Cherokee Park, Sherman, Whitetail Ridge
Downtown West
Bay Creek, Greenbush, Hill Farms, Midvale Heights, Nakoma, University Heights, Sunset Village, Vilas, Westomorland, Shorewood Hills
West
Crestwood, Glen Oak Hills, Faircrest, Parkwood Hills, Sauk Creek, Spring Harbor, Indian Hills, The Highlands, Walnut Grove, Wexford Village, Woodland Hills
Far West
Blackhawk, Cardinal Glenn, Greystone, Hawk’s Crossing, Hawk’s Landing, High Point Estates, Ice Age Ridge, Linden Park, Pine Hill Farm, Sauk Heights, Valley Ridge, Woodstone
Southwest
Country Grove, Fieldstone Meadows, Greentree, Maple Grove, Meadowood, Nesbitt Valley, Orchard Ridge, Prairie Hills, Sandstone Ridge, The Crossing, Westhaven Trails
Downtown East
Lake Edge, Marquette-Willy Street, Schenk-Atwood, Tenney-Lapham
East
Door Creek, Grandview Heights, Heritage Heights, Reston Heights, Ridgewood, Rolling Meadows, The Meadowlands
Helpful Links
Madison Newspaper- Isthmus
Research Madison by reading the newspaper for what is currently happening in and around the city.
Chamber of Commerce for Greater Madison
This website has general information about Madison as well as specific news about ongoing topics in the business world.
Madison’s Visitor Guide
The information here can help when just visiting but can also be useful for finding new restaurants to eat at and things to do.
Madison Events and Activities
Gain knowledge of what occurs when with different events and activities. This interactive schedule will make sure you won’t miss out on taking advantage of your new neighborhood right away.
Parking in Madison
Parking can be a hassle especially downtown. This website will guide you through parking.
Dane County Website
This website is the place to find out about all of the regulations and processes for the government of Madison. There are some helpful tools for new residents and visitors
Schools in Madison
This link will be useful whether you have children now in school or you are still in the planning process. It gives an overview and also has specific links and information about each school.
Weather in Madison
Check out what the weather is like currently in Madison.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
The University is a huge part of the Madison area and there are a lot of opportunities for the public to get involved. Start your exploration with this link.