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University of Wisconsin - Madison

716 Langdon Street, Madison, WI 53706
608-263-2400
Ranked #5 of 42 attractions in Madison
4.5 of 5 stars 38 Reviews
Type: Educational Sites
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Honolulu, Hawaii
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

just graduated from UW. A great school. Beautiful campus by the lake and super friendly people on campus. Innovative programs in the middle of America's mid-west. Wish the winter was a bit milder.

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North Mankato, Minnesota, United States
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53 reviews 53 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

The university basically IS Madison. It's influence is felt everywhere - from nearly impossible places to park to the bike dominated atmosphere of the downtown area. It is intermingled with the retail and restaurant of downtown so no matter where you go, you will find college students. Colorful, eclectic, interesting, a little dirty at times but that's because of the... More

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Portland, Oregon
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

The campus is awesome. We sat on the waterfront and drank beer outside the commons with about 500 other people on a beautiful day. Gorgeous lake setting. If I'd started in college, I'm sure I would have flunked out much sooner than I did!

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Madison, Wisconsin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012
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Alot of campus spots;we especially love to visit the Terrace at the Union near State Street;Have a beer, listen to music, watch the sail boats and enjoy

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Lawrenceville, Georgia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012
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I visited the campus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison while visiting Madison and what a treat. Located on the southern shore of Lake Mendota, this campus is a serene and picturesque place to take a walk and offers great photo ops too!

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Essex
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012
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The whole campus is great. You can walk by the shore of Lake Mendota. A must visit is Memorial Union the terrace is a great place to have a drink expecially on a Friday night

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Oxford, Wisconsin
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25 reviews 25 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012
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Lots of events such as athletics, art, music, lectures - prices are generally reasonable, and the quality is always exceptional.

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Hurricane, West Virginia
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012
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around the college is just like any town close to a college. clean area, lots of people walking, biking and construction.

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Eau Claire, Wisconsin
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

The new Union South is an amazing building! We were at a Navy ROTC function there which was first rate. Food was great and surroundings nice.

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Appleton, Wisconsin
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2012
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We enjoyed our tour of UW Madison. We are native to WI and had never toured before. It truly is a beautiful campus with a rich history.

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