South Central Wisconsin - Tap into Culture and Community

TAP INTO CULTURE AND COMMUNITY

South Central Wisconsin is home to the state capitol, state parks, and spectacular lodging accommodations. This region offers a unique blend of urban opportunities and rural, unspoiled natural beauty.

Full of historic charm and modern flair, Beloit offers a plethora of countless opportunities to shop, dine, play, and more. Equipped with a rich cultural history, Beloit is home to the state’s oldest continuously operating college, Beloit College, and was a way station on the Underground Railroad. The city continues to honor its industrial past while fully embracing downtown revitalization. Today, visitors are welcomed by a bustling downtown with a first-class riverwalk, eclectic shops and dining establishments, and boutique hotels.

Janesville is home to an award-winning botanical garden, thirteen historic districts, and a quaint downtown. Visitors are invited to experience live theater or even take a trip to experience the world’s best water-ski show team. Janesville offers an ideal mix of lodging, dining, shopping, entertainment, history, and natural beauty.

This region is also home to Wisconsin’s state capital — Madison. This vibrant city is located on an isthmus and other land surrounding four lakes—Lake Mendota, Lake Monona, Lake Kegonsa, and Lake Waubesa—and is home to the University of Wisconsin Madison, the Wisconsin State Capitol, and Henry Vilas Zoo.

With innovative downtown dining options, traditional Wisconsin restaurants, cultural events, and a multitude of microbreweries and distilleries, Madison really is a city built to suit all interests! From roadside motels to luxury hotels, Madison has options to accommodate all travelers.

All trails lead to the renovated Sheraton Madison. With 239 guest rooms and 16,000 square feet of meeting space, the Sheraton Madison is ideal for business or social gatherings. Conveniently located close to downtown and across the street from the Alliant Energy Center, this hotel offers complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport. Guests can rent a bike from BCycle and enjoy a ride on the Capital City Bike Trail. After exploring Wisconsin’s Capital City, enjoy local cocktails, craft beers, and a chef inspired menu at The HUB lobby bar, the focal point of the Sheraton Madison.

Heritage and traditions come Mount Horeb — The Troll Capital of the World®! Visit the Trollway, follow the Troll Map, and find all of the troll statues sprinkled across the community. Learn the fun history of the Mount Horeb trolls at the Driftless Historium museum, then stop by the award winning microbrewery, Grumpy Troll. Looking for excitement? Visit Tyrol Basin, a ski hill with year round activities, including Terror at Tyrol — a haunted experience around Halloween. Or, head down the road to Cave of the Mounds, open year-round for tours. Don’t miss your chance to make memories in Mount Horeb — check out the Mount Horeb Area Chamber of Commerce to plan your trip!

There are endless possibilities and historical discoveries when you visit South Central Wisconsin!

Plan your getaway to South Central Wisconsin today!

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