University of Wisconsin–Madison, Madison

Name: University of Wisconsin–Madison
Address: 2000 Observatory Dr, Madison, United States

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University of Wisconsin–Madison, Madison

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The University of Wisconsin–Madison is a public land-grant research university in Madison, Wisconsin. Founded when Wisconsin achieved statehood in 1848, UW–Madison is the official state university of Wisconsin and the flagship campus of the University of Wisconsin System. It was the first public university established in Wisconsin and remains the oldest and largest public university in the state. It became a land-grant institution in 1866. The 933-acre main campus, located on the shores of Lake Mendota, includes four National Historic Landmarks. The university also owns and operates a National Historic Landmark 1,200-acre arboretum established in 1932, located 4 miles south of the main campus. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1848 (176 years ago)Coordinates: 43°4'43"N, 89°25'17"W

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University of Wisconsin–Madison – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Memorial Union Terrace, Camp Randall Stadium, Wisconsin Union Theater, Washburn Observatory.

1.1 miE
Palladian architecture, Nightlife, Bars and clubs
Memorial Union Terrace, Madison
29 min walk • The Memorial Union Terrace, nestled on the shores of Lake Mendota in Madison, Wisconsin, is an iconic gathering spot renowned for its scenic views, vibrant atmosphere, and rich history. This lakeside terrace is part of the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Memorial...
0.8 miSE
Palladian architecture, Sport venue, Sport
Camp Randall Stadium, Madison
22 min walk • Camp Randall Stadium is an outdoor stadium in Madison, Wisconsin, located on the campus of the University of Wisconsin. It has been the home of the Wisconsin Badgers football team in rudimentary form since 1895, and as a fully functioning stadium since 1917.
1.1 miE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Cinema
Wisconsin Union Theater, Madison
28 min walk • Wisconsin Union Theater is a performing arts center in Madison, Wisconsin, located in the University of Wisconsin–Madison's Memorial Union. Wisconsin Union Theater performances include world stage, concerts, dance, jazz and other special events.
0.7 miE
Palladian architecture, Observatories and planetariums, Museum
Washburn Observatory, Madison
17 min walk • The Washburn Observatory is an astronomical observatory located at 1401 Observatory Drive on the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus in Madison, Wisconsin, United States. Completed in 1881, it was a major research facility for about 50 years.
1.3 miSE
Palladian architecture, Sport venue, Sport
LaBahn Arena, Madison
34 min walk • LaBahn Arena is the home ice of the Wisconsin Badgers women's ice hockey team. It was the second arena to be purpose-built for a women's collegiate hockey team; the first was Minnesota's Ridder Arena.
1.2 miE
Palladian architecture, Museum, Cinema
Chazen Museum of Art, Madison
31 min walk • The Chazen Museum of Art is an art museum located at the University of Wisconsin–Madison in Madison, Wisconsin. The Chazen Museum of Art is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums.
0.7 miW
Palladian architecture, Frank Lloyd Wright, Church
First Unitarian Society of Madison, Madison
19 min walk • The First Unitarian Society of Madison is a Unitarian Universalist congregation in Shorewood Hills, Wisconsin. Its meeting house was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and built by Marshall Erdman in 1949–1951, and has been designated a U.S. National Historic Landmark for its architecture.
0.9 miE
Museum
L. R. Ingersoll Physics Museum, Madison
23 min walk • The L.R. Ingersoll Physics Museum is located on the second floor of Chamberlin Hall on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus. It is one of several museums on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus that focus on hands-on exhibits and public outreach. The museum runs on donations and charges no admission.
1 miSE
Museum, Science museum, Science
UW Geology Museum, Madison
25 min walk • The UW–Madison Geology Museum is a geology and paleontology museum housed in Weeks Hall, in the southwest part of the University of Wisconsin–Madison campus. The museum's main undertakings are exhibits, outreach to the public, and research.
0.8 miSE
Palladian architecture, Park
Camp Randall, Madison
21 min walk • Camp Randall was a United States Army base in Madison, Wisconsin, the largest staging point for Wisconsin troops entering the American Civil War. At this camp fresh volunteers received quick training before heading off to join the Union Army.
0.4 miE
Palladian architecture, Botanical garden, Garden
Allen Centennial Gardens, Madison
12 min walk • The Allen Centennial Garden is a free public garden on the grounds of the University of Wisconsin–Madison. The grounds feature the Agricultural Dean's House, a brick Queen Anne-style home built in 1896, and the home of the first four deans of the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to University of Wisconsin–Madison?

Nearby attractions include Stock Pavilion, Madison (11 min walk), Allen Centennial Gardens, Madison (12 min walk), Steenbock Memorial Library, Madison (12 min walk), Eugene A. Gilmore House, Madison (15 min walk).

How to get to University of Wisconsin–Madison by public transport?

The nearest stations to University of Wisconsin–Madison:

Bus

Campus & Babcock • Lines: 15 (17 min walk)
Regent & N Allen • Lines: 6 (19 min walk)