Embark on a self-guided cultural walking tour in Madison, Wisconsin. Explore historical sites, listen to captivating stories, and enjoy the flexibility to go at your own pace.
Embark on a self-guided cultural walking tour in Madison, Wisconsin. Explore historical sites, listen to captivating stories, and enjoy the flexibility to go at your own pace.
- Lake Monona - This tour starts on Monona Terrace overlooking Lake Monona. From here, you will step back in time and relive the city’s rich history and hear stories about the area’s first inhabitants to civil war and civil rights.
- Wisconsin State Capitol - Along the way, you’ll visit the Wisconsin State Capitol which is also the tallest…
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Lake Monona - This tour starts on Monona Terrace overlooking Lake Monona. From here, you will step back in time and relive the city’s rich history and hear stories about the area’s first inhabitants to civil war and civil rights.
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Wisconsin State Capitol - Along the way, you’ll visit the Wisconsin State Capitol which is also the tallest building in Madison with a dome of 187ft.
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State Street & Downtown Madison - You’ll stroll down the lively and bustling State Street which is home to some of Madison’s best restaurants.
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Dane County Farmers’ Market - You’ll stroll by Dane County Farmer’s Market which offers local goods and produce on Saturdays.
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Lisa Link Peace Park - You’ll see Elizabeth Link Peace Park, named after a prominent Madison peace activist, and hear about the mass student protests that took place here in the 1960s.
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Der Rathskeller - You’ll stop by the historic Der Rathskeller restaurant which first allowed women inside in the 1940s
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Bascom Hill - Along the way you’ll take in the historic architectural core of the University of Wisconsin’s Madison campus.
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Memorial Union Terrace - Before the tour concludes, you’ll get to see the most iconic spot at the university of Wisconsin Madison campus, where you’ll discover the meaning behind the Memorial Union Terrace chairs.
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Lake Mendota - At this location you’ll end the tour much like you started it, by looking out onto a scenic lake from a terrace. This time, at the largest of Madison’s lakes.

- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Transportation
- Smartphone and headphones
- Food/Drink
- Transportation
- Smartphone and headphones
- Food/Drink
Embark on a leisurely stroll between two spectacular lake-side terraces and immerse yourself in some of the finest cultural landmarks of Wisconsin, all at your own pace!
• Take in the rich historical architecture of Madison, including iconic structures like the State Capitol, Der Rathskaller, Bascomb Hill, Memorial Union, and much more
• Relish listening…
Embark on a leisurely stroll between two spectacular lake-side terraces and immerse yourself in some of the finest cultural landmarks of Wisconsin, all at your own pace!
• Take in the rich historical architecture of Madison, including iconic structures like the State Capitol, Der Rathskaller, Bascomb Hill, Memorial Union, and much more
• Relish listening to award-winning writer, producer, and essayist, and a native of the Midwest, Frank Burge
• Feel free to complete the tour in an hour or take your time exploring each stop; you decide when to begin and end
• Enjoy limitless access before and after your booking date
• Use the handy virtual tour feature from the comfort of your home
Upon booking, you will receive a ticket containing instructions and a unique “Before You Go” code. Just download the VoiceMap app and type in your code.
The application provides directions to the starting point of the tour. Once you’ve arrived, simply plug in your headphones and press start. VoiceMap comes with automated GPS playback and directional guidance, and it even operates offline.
- Please note: You won’t be guided through any museums or other attractions mentioned en route. If you choose to enter and visit such places, you’ll need to pay for it independently of this tour.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.