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The sprawling University of Wisconsin sets the tone for this college town of cafés, bookstores, pubs, numerous restaurants (more per capita than anywhere else in the USA) and a good share of cultural and historical attractions. Stunning glacial waterways make the City of Lakes one of the country's more picturesque state capitals. More than 150 parks offer residents and tourists plenty of recreational areas to choose from. If you visit the campus, make sure and try the famous Babcock Ice Cream... more » The sprawling University of Wisconsin sets the tone for this college town of cafés, bookstores, pubs, numerous restaurants (more per capita than anywhere else in the USA) and a good share of cultural and historical attractions. Stunning glacial waterways make the City of Lakes one of the country's more picturesque state capitals. More than 150 parks offer residents and tourists plenty of recreational areas to choose from. If you visit the campus, make sure and try the famous Babcock Ice Cream at Memorial Union or Babcock Hall, before or after a visit to the Elvehjem Museum of Art's collection of Greek, Roman and Egyptian antiquities. And to really get into the college spirit, head over to State Street's eclectic range of ethnic restaurants. Make sure and try the mouth-watering bratwurst sandwich on a homemade bun at State Street Brats, a student favourite. At the end of State Street, the white granite, Roman Renaissance-style Capitol dominates the skyline and offers an observation platform for views of the city and lakes. « less

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Smoky Jon's No 1b-B-Q

5 of 5 stars
Chicago
25 Jul 2008

According to their website (and the slew of trophy's you see in the restaurant), this place has been the winner of the national BBQ award the last 5 years in a row. Yet inexplicably few people in...more

Olbrich Botanical Gardens

5 of 5 stars
Madison, WI
23 Jul 2008

Here's a lovely way to spend a day with out-of-town guests, or a good schedule for those coming into Madison: 1) Have breakfast on State Street. 2) Migrate to Olbrich, where guests will Oooo and...more

Wingate Inn Madison

5 of 5 stars
kentucky
22 Jul 2008

We stayed in this motel on our way to Apostel Island in June The attendant behind the counter was very freindly - but due to an over whelming number of people that had all arrived at the same...more

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