Burke Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

University of Wisconsin-Madison

University of Wisconsin-Madison

4/5(1 review)

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.

University of Wisconsin-Madison
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center

Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center

4/5(1 review)

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.

Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
Capitol Square

Capitol Square

4/5(1 review)

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.

Capitol Square
Henry Vilas Zoo

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.

Henry Vilas Zoo
Madison which includes flowers, a house and a park

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.

State Street Shopping
Lake Mendota

Lake Mendota

4/5(1 review)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Mendota during your travels in Madison. Discover the area's sunsets and shops.

Lake Mendota

Activities

Haunted Madison Capitol Building on Madison Ghosts Haunted Walking Tour

Madison Ghosts: Haunts, Spirits, and Poltergeists Walking Tour

AU$41
per adult
Madison Ghosts: Haunts, Spirits, and Poltergeists Walking Tour
Trolley Pub Public Tour

Trolley Pub Public Tour

AU$71
per adult
Trolley Pub Public Tour
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Our pick of the best Burke Hotel Deals

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
3.5 out of 5
1 W Dayton St, Madison, WI
The price is AU$267 per night from 16 May to 17 May
AU$267
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 17 May
Stay at this 3.5-star luxury hotel in Madison. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,562 reviews)
Lewis is amazing
"Lewis at the front desk was beyond accommodating at check in. So friendly and thoughtful. Nice hotel with restaurants and Starbucks"

Reviewed on 3 May 2025

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison
Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison
3 out of 5
2424 University Avenue, Madison, WI
The price is AU$242 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$242
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this hotel in Madison. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
Perfect stay
"We chose this hotel because my husband had to have surgery and it was close to everything that we needed. The hotel exceeded our expectations with cleanliness, the restaurant, and the hotel staff. We needed to check in early and the staff made sure we had a room ready for us. We are definitely going ..."

Reviewed on 1 May 2025

Best Western Plus InnTowner Madison
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East
4 out of 5
4402 E Washington Ave, Madison, WI
The price is AU$197 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$197
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Madison. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (923 reviews)
"Beautiful facility. Heat bed. No complimentary breakfast"

Reviewed on 3 May 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East
Moxy Madison Downtown
Moxy Madison Downtown
3.5 out of 5
823 East Washington Ave, Madison, WI
The price is AU$208 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$208
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Madison. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Camp Randall Stadium and Alliant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (221 reviews)
"Perfect location if you’re seeing a show at The Sylvee!"

Reviewed on 30 Apr. 2025

Moxy Madison Downtown
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Madison American Center
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Madison American Center
3 out of 5
5217 E Terrace Dr, Madison, WI
The price is AU$136 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$136
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Madison. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,176 reviews)
Spacious
"The room was spacious and so was the bathroom. Breakfast was more than I expected. The only negative was the tub/shower was old and warn and needed updating."

Reviewed on 2 May 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Madison American Center
The Dylin
The Dylin
4 out of 5
611 E Dayton St, Madison, WI
Fully refundable
The price is AU$227 per night from 13 May to 14 May
AU$227
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Madison. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Camp Randall Stadium and Alliant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (42 reviews)
"Love everything about it"

Reviewed on 1 May 2025

The Dylin
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Other neighbourhoods around Burke

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Emerson East

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Emerson East and surrounding area, you can visit Barrymore Theatre and Governor's Mansion.

Emerson East
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Maple Bluff

Travellers like the historical sites in Maple Bluff, and Lake Mendota is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Maple Bluff
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Marquette

Marquette might not have many top sights, but Breese Stevens Field and Barrymore Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Marquette
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Monona

Visitors to Monona enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Aldo Leopold Nature Center is worth a stop.

Monona
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Tenney-Lapham

While visiting Tenney-Lapham, you might make a stop by sights like Breese Stevens Field and Lake Mendota.

Tenney-Lapham
Madison featuring flowers, a house and a garden

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.

Downtown Madison

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