Madison is Wisconsin's beautiful Capital City. It is built on an isthmus between two lakes with a population near 200,000 people. The city's centerpiece is the majestic State Capitol. Set on the highest point of land on the isthmus, the Capitol dominates the skyline for miles. Madison is renowned for its scenic beauty.
Visitors enjoy the abundance of cultural, social and recreational activities.
The Memorial Union is the lakeside student union at 800 Langdon Street, located at the heart of the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus. It is within walking distance of local restaurants, shopping, museums and libraries. Late May is typically warm and pleasant, but it is wise to come prepared for cool or rainy weather as well. The Dane County Regional Airport is located on the northeast corner of Madison. You may also fly into Milwaukee's General Mitchell Airport or Chicago's O'Hare Airport and continue to Madison via bus.