Things to do in Madison, Wisconsin (WI): The Best Tours

April 6, 2022 Esmeralda Fenner

The sprawling University of Wisconsin sets the tone for this college town of cafes, bookstores, brewpubs, numerous restaurants (more per capita than anywhere else in the U.S.) and a good share of cultural and historical attractions. Stunning glacial waterways make the City of Lakes one of the more picturesque state capitals in the country. More than 250 parks offer residents and tourists plenty of recreational areas to choose from. If you visit the campus, be sure to 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. Be sure to try the mouth-watering bratwurst sandwich on a homemade bun at State Street Brats, a student favorite. 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.
Restaurants in Madison

1. Madison Scavenger Hunt: Musical Madison

2 E Main St, Madison, WI 53703, USA Let's Roam Madison
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Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led scavenger hunt company. Walk to all the best landmarks and hidden gems, answering trivia questions and solving challenges. Work with your team or compete against them, as you learn new facts and create memorable experiences. Let’s Roam Scavenger Hunts are great as an everyday activity, or for bachelorette parties, birthday parties, corporate team building events and more! Each player chooses an interactive role, with challenges varying by person.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Digital Copies of your scavenger hunt photos, Local taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Transportation to/from attractions

2. Madison to Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - Departure Private Transfer

Madison, WI, USA USA Airport Transfers - Vince Group SRLs

Book your Private Departure Transfer from Madison hotel or any address to Dane County Regional Airport (MSN). Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate • We track your Flight • Door-to-door Service • No Hidden Charges • Clean cars & Professional drivers

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

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3. Madison to Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) - Round-Trip Private Transfer

Dane County Regional Airport, 4000 International Ln, Madison, WI 53704, USA USA Airport Transfers - Vince Group SRLs

Book your Private Round-Trip Transfer from Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) to Madison hotel or address and return. Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate • We track your Flight • Door-to-door Service • No Hidden Charges • Clean cars & Professional drivers

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

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4. County Regional Airport (MSN) to Madison - Arrival Private Transfer

Dane County Regional Airport, 4000 International Ln, Madison, WI 53704, USA USA Airport Transfers - Vince Group SRLs

Book your Private Arrival Transfer from Dane County Regional Airport (Truax Field) (MSN) to Madison hotel or address. Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate • We track your Flight • Door-to-door Service • No Hidden Charges • Clean cars & Professional drivers

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

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5. Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Madison by Zombie Scavengers

2 E Main St, Madison, WI 53703, USA Zombie Scavengers of Madison

Explore Madison with Zombie Scavengers! Our scavenger takes you around the city to find items and perform zombie themed tasks for points. You'll use an app on your phone that will allow you to collect points! Check the rankings during and after you play to see your score and compare it to others. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Madison.

Inclusions: All Activities, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Self-Guided walking activity, 1 hour with a remote interactive survival guide

Exclusions: Use of Activity-owned smartphone, Private transportation

6. Madison Ghost Walks - UW Bascom Hill

728 State St, Madison, WI 53706, USA American Ghost Walks

Join American Ghost Walks for a tour around the UW campus in Madison. We let you in on the legends, history, ghost stories, and real paranormal experiences that have been reported on the University of Wisconsin campus, including around Library Mall and up and down Bascom Hill. This is an outdoor walking tour, so please dress for the weather. The tour runs in cold temperatures and light rain. Please wear walking shoes and dress appropriately for walking around outside.

Inclusions: Guided haunted history walking tour with an expert guide

Exclusions: No water or food or drink included.

Reviewed By 727evad

My partner decided to do a ghosthunt in Chicago on a Friday night to learn a little bit more about the neighborhood we live in, and boy we're glad we did it! Tony is the BEST tour guide--super knowledgeable about the historical, the strange, the weird, and the paranormal! We started off in front of the history museum and wound our way through Lincoln Park, around the zoo, and eventually ended up at a nondescript parking lot down the street from us which happens to be the site of the St. Valentine's Day massacre. Along with his encyclopedic knowledge, Tony brought some ghost hunting gear for our little group, so we had fun chasing EMF around the park while hearing stories of the various hauntings. All in all, this is a fantastic experience, well worth your time if you like history and ghost stories.

7. The Mad For Madison Scavenger Hunt

Memorial Union Terrace, level 1 and lower level, 800 Langdon St, Madison, WI 53706, USA Alley Kat Adventures

Alley Kat Adventures is an Austin, TX-based event design company offering city scavenger hunts in 30 cities in the US and Mexico as well as custom events worldwide. Our specially hand-crafted, interactive quests are equal parts tour, cultural experience, creative challenge, detective hunt, & social experiment! Guests get to discover hidden gems off the beaten trail while completing fun missions! Find out the history behind a locally famous hill on campus, let life imitate art in the best gallery, create your new look in a fashion boutique that is one of the best kept secrets in the area, and more!

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Reviewed By Dianne F

Great way to learn about Fort Lauderdale. I live here but had a friend visiting and it was fun for both of us. This would be great for a group of friends, coworkers, or bachelorette party. The remote adventure coach, Katie, was great- helpful when needed!!

8. Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Madison by 3Quest Challenge

2 E Main St, Madison, WI 53703, USA 3Quest Challenge of Madison

Explore Madison with 3Quest Challenge! Our scavenger takes you around the city to find items and perform tasks for points. You'll use an app on your phone that will allow you to collect points! Check the rankings during and after you play to see your score and compare it to others. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Madison.

Inclusions: 2 hours with a remote interactive guide, All Activities, GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Exclusions: Use of Activity-owned smartphone, Private transportation

9. Up to 3 Hours of Unlimited Laser Tag

Ultrazone Laser Tag

Madison's Best Laser Tag Adventure. Check out Wisconsin's only 3 story arena. We specialize in Birthday Parties, Team Buildings, Youth Group Outings, Fundraisers and family fun.

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Reviewed By Jim M

Great place for a party and have fun playing laser tag. You don't have to be with a group to play. The price is very reasonable.

10. Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Madison by Wacky Walks

2 E Main St, Madison, WI 53703, USA Wacky Walks of Madison

Wacky Walks of Madison allows your team to discover the city in a fun and different way. The game instructs you to find a variety of items that can be found in the downtown area. For every item you find, you'll get points. You'll also participate in exciting challenges for points as well. See how your points stack up to others on our app rankings. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Madison.

Inclusions: 2 hours with a remote interactive guide, All Activities, GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Exclusions: Use of Activity-owned smartphone, Private transportation

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