Capitol Square, Madison: Hours, Address, Capitol Square Reviews: 4.5/5
Capitol Square
Capitol Square
4.5
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Best nearby
Restaurants
538 within 3 miles
Naples 15
1,391
0.2 miItalian • Steakhouse • Pizza • Seafood
Red
264
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Japanese • American • Seafood
Graft
151
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
Marigold Kitchen
417
457 ft$$ - $$$ • Quick Bites • American • Cafe
Ian's Pizza on State
355
0.2 mi$ • Quick Bites • American • Pizza
The Old Fashioned
2,282
0.1 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Pub
Tornado Steak House
703
0.1 mi$$$$ • American • Steakhouse • Gluten Free Options
L'Etoile Restaurant
359
421 ft$$$$ • French • American • Vegetarian Friendly
Graze Restaurant
934
300 ft$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Gastropub
The Great Dane Pub & Brewing Co.
1,186
0.1 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Brew Pub • Bar
Attractions
78 within 6 miles
Wisconsin State Capitol
2,039
215 ftGovernment Buildings
Dane County Farmers' Market
462
0.2 miFarmers Markets
Wisconsin Veterans Museum
242
0.2 miMilitary Museums • Speciality Museums
State Street & Downtown Madison
880
0.2 miPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Shopping Malls
Majestic theater
18
0.1 miTheaters
Madison Children's Museum
310
0.2 miChildren's Museums
Wisconsin Historical Museum
105
0.2 miHistory Museums
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
408
0.2 miArchitectural Buildings • Convention Centers
Madison Public Library
45
0.2 miLibraries
Madison Museum of Contemporary Art
99
0.3 miArt Museums
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4.5
650 reviews
Excellent
460
Very good
159
Average
28
Poor
2
Terrible
1
Kirstin D.
Port Huron, MI482 contributions
It is always exciting to tour the Capitol Square and surrounding shops, particularly durring Farmers Market season. There are thousands of great things to explore and learn. Fun food samples at the Farmer's Market. There are even posters at the Market and one can get acquainted with the cows and goats supplying milks made into the Artisanal cheeses at the market. Exciting bookshops near the Capitol too.
Written January 28, 2020
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lisalou216
Boston, MA197 contributions
Captivating views of the building from many side streets. Lively farmers market on Saturdays around the square. Numerous restaurants, coffee shops, convenience stores, hotels, and more within 1/4 m from capitol.
Written July 25, 2021
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Betty
2,651 contributions
We came on a Saturday during the Farmers' Market. The area was bustling with activities. We visited the Veteran Museum and the Historical Museum. We enjoyed the Farmers' Market and there are plenty of retail stores and restaurants around the square.
Written November 12, 2021
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suite1934
Waunakee, WI71 contributions
I worked in the old Greyhound Bus Station and used to pick up the mail at the Federal Building. I have also taken official tours of the Capitol. Businesses come and go. If you can, visit when the food carts are out or summer when the farmers' market is operating. Great people watching and grazing!
Written August 4, 2022
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MLE0904
Las Vegas, NV616 contributions
This has one of the best farmer's markets that I have ever seen. It circles the entire mall. The mall itself is very peaceful and quiet except on Saturday mornings. I only wish that there was more seating to enjoy the park
Written March 3, 2020
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Mike R
Waunakee, WI254 contributions
An essential part of any trip to Madison and the Madison experience. Capital tours, a couple of museums, and lots of good food choices
Written March 2, 2020
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Dccarter1
Clarendon Hills, IL40 contributions
Family
I think this may be the best farmers market in the world! Come on a Saturday morning....get there early. It is fantastic. Everything from fresh veggies, to meats, cheeses, and flowers. I could do this every saturday morning.
Written August 6, 2014
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Bren M
Oklahoma City, OK45 contributions
Family
What a fantastic experience! Fresh veggies of all types, fresh flowers, fresh cheese, fresh pastries and breads, just....fresh! Handmade pasta, meats straight from the farm----and this is just what's on the Capitol side. Across the street you'll find various handcrafted items. Enjoy if you don't mind crowds and avoid if you do---it's a swift-moving current of old, young, large, and small folks. Come early for the best selection, come later if you want a steal on what's still there.
Written July 6, 2014
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Q5840NIkennethl
Madison, WI96 contributions
The world's largest farmer's market bring purity to you in terms of art, food and crafts. Every Saturday from late summer to fall invites you to fall in love with what is called one of America's most liveable cities. In the cheese state, there is one booth that offer 66 different types and you wonder why they say..."When you say Wisconsin, You've aid it all!"
Written September 6, 2019
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Ludgatecircus15
London, UK153 contributions
Family
Great saturday market. Wide variety of food, all fresh. Baked goods! Entertainment. You need to visit there on Saturday morning.
Written July 15, 2019
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Frequently Asked Questions about Capitol Square
- Capitol Square is open:
- Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Sat - Sun 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Hotels near Capitol Square:
- (0.10 mi) Best Western Premier Park Hotel
- (0.17 mi) AC Hotel by Marriott Madison Downtown
- (0.21 mi) Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
- (0.17 mi) Hilton Madison Monona Terrace
- (0.39 mi) Mansion Hill Inn
- Restaurants near Capitol Square:
- (0.03 mi) Melted Craft Grilled Cheese
- (0.09 mi) Marigold Kitchen
- (0.08 mi) L'Etoile Restaurant
- (0.06 mi) Graze Restaurant
- (0.08 mi) The Tipsy Cow
- Attractions near Capitol Square:
- (0.00 mi) Zombie Scavengers of Madison
- (0.00 mi) 3Quest Challenge of Madison
- (0.00 mi) Crazy Dash of Madison
- (0.00 mi) Wacky Walks of Madison
- (0.00 mi) Operation City Quest Scavenger Hunt of Madison