Located in the middle of the city, the 1,200 acres University of Wisconsin Arboretum features a variety of vegetation and attracts birdwatchers, joggers, and people just out for a leisurely walk. Golfers enjoy the many golf courses located throughout the city. During the summer months, a large farmers market is held every Saturday morning around the Wisconsin state capital building. Farmers, pastry bakers, and gardeners bring fresh produce pastries and flowers to the city to sell. It is very popular with the residents from Madison and the surrounding communities.
People bring blankets and picnic dinners and enjoy the music of a live orchestra.
More information on the capital area. Madison's newest facility is the Monona Terrace Convention Center. Monona Terrace was inspired by famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright's last design. Wright was born in Wisconsin and never forgot his roots. His studio, Talieson, is just an hour drive from Madison.