Memorial Union

Fun place to hang out on a sunny day.

Gorgeous place to sit out and look at the lake and the sailboats. Really lively student hangout. Grab a coffee and beer and find a seat!

Fun Campus Stop

We visited the Union and patio on the recommendation of our neighbor, a Wisconsin alum. What a great setting to grab a coffee, beer or other beverage and enjoy the view of the lake. The Union also has...

Go for the ice cream

Be prepared for crowds. We went for Babcock ice cream, which was worth the long wait in line. But be forewarned, parking is at a premium and the place is very crowded on the weekends.

Icon of Madison

A must go-to location to sit along the lake to appreciate a patio experience. A place to enjoy a wide variety of beverages, foods, and the best ice cream!

Cars Only – No Bicycles Allowed!

Entertaining locale, but be sure to drive here – don’t try to bicycle. Screeching, angry guards sent me and my bicycle away, but there is plenty of cheap car parking under or adjacent too both studen...