Visit University Heights Historic District
Popular places to visit
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Enjoy the student vibe around University of Wisconsin-Madison, a top university in Madison. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Capitol Square
You can find out about the history of Madison when you stop by Capitol Square. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center during your trip to Madison. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Henry Vilas Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Henry Vilas Zoo home during your travels in Madison? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
State Street Shopping
During your visit to Madison, you can do some window-shopping at State Street Shopping. Savour the area's restaurants and bars.
Lake Mendota
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Mendota during your travels in Madison. Discover the area's sunsets and shops.
Things to do
Murmurs of Mourning & Murder: Madison Ghost Tour
Top hotels in University Heights Historic District
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
Wonderful value, great service, nice room and convenient location!
Reviewed on 29 Oct, 2025
Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison
Clean room. Fast, easy check-in.
Reviewed on 27 Oct, 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Madison West/Middleton WI West
My room was clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 28 Oct, 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Madison American Center
All good but eggs were kind of watery. Cheese and toppings would have been nice. Also should be 6am everyday. We missed breakfast having to leave before 7am on Sunday for our event.
Reviewed on 28 Oct, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East
We had a great stay at the hotel, clean and good service
Reviewed on 25 Oct, 2025
Best Western West Towne Suites
The check-in staff even late at night was wonderful and accommodating. Breakfast is spectacular. And free!
Reviewed on 19 Oct, 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around University Heights Historic District
Regent
When in Regent, you can plan a visit to Camp Randall Stadium and Wisconsin Field House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Greenbush
While Greenbush may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kohl Center and Henry Vilas Zoo.
Shorewood Hills
You'll enjoy the churches and monuments in Shorewood Hills. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Mendota or First Unitarian Society Meeting House.
Sunset Village
While Sunset Village may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hilldale Shopping Center and Camp Randall Stadium.
Downtown Madison
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Madison. A stop by Orpheum Theater or Overture Center for the Arts might round out your trip.
Bay Creek
Bay Creek might not have many top sights, but Henry Vilas Zoo and Dane County Farmers Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
