Extended StayAmerica Madison - West

Flughafen (MSN)

32

Education thrives in Madison, which is home to several educational facilities including the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Edgewood College, and Madison Area Technical College.  As a public research university, the University of Wisconsin-Madison contributes in many ways to making Madison a great place to live or visit.  Established in 1848, the university serves nearly 30,000 undergraduate students and over 11,000 postgraduate students annually, making it one of the nations largest public universities. The Universitys focus on research and postgraduate studies has made Madison a center for innovative start-up companies in biotechnology and other cutting-edge sciences.  Currently operating in Madison are the biotech firms PanVera, Promega and the Iceland-based Nimblegen. Madisons proximity to five lakes means a multitude of recreational opportunities exist for visitors and residents alike.  Boating is great fun here whether you prefer power or sail.  Sportsmen of all sorts can find exceptional hunting and fishing in the area.  And, hikers and mountain bikers will find a numerous trails near the shore of Lake Mendota.  Visitors should dedicate the later part of a day to experiencing Madisons downtown.  State Street is lined with a variety of specialty shops, cafes, galleries, and bars.  Pedestrian-friendly State Street connects the University to State Capital Square, a popular tourist attraction.  The Square is home to the Wisconsin State Capitol, a slightly shorter replica of the U.S. Capitol, which is made from over forty types of stone from six countries. If you are ready for a little underground adventure, take the 30-mile drive to Cave of the Mounds National Natural Landmark.  Here you can enjoy guided tours along lighted walkways, mine for gemstones, and dig for fossils.  If you prefer to spend your time on the greens, visit Pleasant View Golf Club, divided into three nine-hole courses, there is plenty of fun for golfers of every level.FROM US ROUTE 12/14, TAKE EXIT 253 (OLD SAUK ROAD) WEST TRAVEL APPROXIMATELY 1/4 MILE TURN LEFT ONTO EXCELSIOR DRIVE TRAVEL LESS THAN 100 YARDS TURN LEFT ONTO JUNCTION COURTHOTEL WILL BE ON THE RIGHT