1. There’s nothing like watching the sun come up over the skyline and see it all reflected in the lake. Seriously.
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View from the boat launch at Olin Park.
2. Just a gander at the capital during dawn is enough to make you feel like you’re on set of the latest rom-com.
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View from Olin Park.
3. The surplus of gorgeous parks in Madison is astounding.
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Period Garden Park
4. Like the Olbrich Botanical Gardens…
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Olbrich Botanical Gardens
5. Seriously, the Thai Pavilion is majestic.
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Olbrich Botanical Gardens
6. The natural beauty is abundant in Madison. Even the bridges are awe-inducing.
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Tenney Park
7. After visiting a few parks, refuel at your favorite food truck.
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Library Mall
8. Or pack a lunch and head to Picnic Point for a great view of downtown
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Picnic Point
9. Madison is surrounded by picturesque lakes…
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Lake Mendota
10. …which shouldn’t be surprising. It is an isthmus after all.
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11. Explore Madison and become immersed in amazing architecture…
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Carrie Pierce House
12. …like the Gilmore House
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Gilmore House
13. Or get collegiate at University of Wisconsin-Madison’s infamous Bascom Hill.
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Bascom Hill
14. It’s impossible to be in Madison and not have a great view of the capitol building.
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Wisconsin State Capitol in the spring
15. Monona Terrace combines amazing architecture and amazing views.
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Monona Terrace
16. The inside is just as wonderful as the outside. If you’re lucky, you may catch a protest.
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Wisconsin State Capitol in the spring
17. Madison is a place where the scenery battles the cold in taking your breath away
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Military Ridge
18. Festivals are abundant here, like the Great Taste of the Midwest Craft Beer Festival.
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19. Even the storms are beautiful in Madison.
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Lake Wingra
20. Meet up with friends and spend an evening in one of the parks…
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Wingra Park
21. …which are enjoyable in all seasons, granted you have the proper winter weather wear.
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Tenney Park
22. A summer evening is always well spent at the Union Terrace
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University of Wisconsin-Madison Memorial Union Terrace
23. Or strolling along State Street.
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State Street looking west from the Capitol Square
24. The spirit of the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s football stadium is contagious.
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Camp Randall Stadium
25. After the game, head to a lake and catch the sunset…
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Lake Mendota
26. …which is wonderful anywhere…
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Picnic Point viewing Lake Mendota
27. …and during any season.
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Monona Bay
28. When night time comes, catch a flick at the historic Majestic Theatre.
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Majestic Theatre
29. Or, if you’re around for it, watch Rhythm & Booms (the best firework show in the Midwest).
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30. But when the stars come out, the Washburn Observatory is where you’ll most want to be.
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Washburn Observatory
Where’s the most beautiful spot in Madison? Tell us in the comments below!
