Katie and Will

One of our favorite spots in Madison and definitely a must see if you have the time. The terrace is an excellent way to spend a few hours on a nice day or night

For the more nature inclined - the UW Arboretum has many hiking and walking trails in addition to being a great place for a bike ride

We have spent many Saturday mornings browsing the largest producer only farmers market in the country. Look for lots of produce, cheese, and baked goods, with the beautiful capitol (which can also be visited by the public) as a constant back drop. Some of our favorites are Brunkow Cheese (have a huge variety of delicious cheeses), Chris and Lori’s Bakehouse (we really like their scones), and Tietz Family farms (we are a huge fan of their popcorn).

The market starts early morning on the capitol square every Saturday except during the winter.

Probably our favorite spot for drinks downtown. The Vintage has a pretty casual atmosphere and large outdoor dining area.

Probably the restaurant downtown with the most quintessential “Wisconsin” experience. They have lots of beer, very good cheese curds, and many great food options

Madison, WI: Dane County Regional Airport

- about 20 minutes from downtown Madison

- quite small, a little pricier, flights not always direct

Milwaukee, WI: General Mitchell International Airport

- about 1.5 hours from downtown Madison

- medium sized, medium prices, some direct flight options

Chicago, IL: O’Hare International Airport

- about 3 hours from downtown Madison, drive can be longer depending on traffic

- large airport, usually cheapest prices, lots of direct flights