Location: Middleton
Top Things to do in Middleton
10 Things to Do in Middleton That You Shouldn't Miss
Middleton is a city in Dane County, Wisconsin, United States, and a suburb of the state capital, Madison. Middleton's motto is "The Good Neighbor City." The population was 17,442 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Middleton
1. National Mustard Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 396 reviews
The National Mustard Museum is home to the world's largest collection of prepared mustards and mustard memorabilia. Tour our museum or sample any of our 500 mustards in the gift shop. Admission is free!
Reviewed By heike0range - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
This place is a must, even if you do not like mustard. It has a very wide variety of products and samples are available to taste as well as buy. Downstairs is a museum to mustard .... yes you have to have a look ....even if just for the experience.
2. Wisconsin State Capitol
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
The majestic Roman Renaissance-style State Capitol has the only granite dome in the U.S. and inside has over 40 different types of stone from around the world as well as murals and handmade furniture. The observation deck, open in the summer, offers views of the city and surrounding lakes. Capitol Square plays host to state events throughout the year including Farmers Markets and Folk Festivals.
Reviewed By NWRob - Malvern, Pennsylvania
This State Capitol is stunningly beautiful. It has beautiful grounds, marble flooring and columns, stately governor’s office, senate, assembly and Supreme Court rooms, and, best off all, protesters who have gathered every day since Scott Walker’s election in 2011. They sing protest songs at noon every single day! What’s not to love?
3. Pope Farm Conservency
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By David20130609 - Waunakee, Wisconsin
We just a nice walk around the conservancy on Sunflower Days. Walked around the sunflowers and farm land. Nice rolling hills. The Friends of Pope Farm has set up a very nice 'days' for all ages. Free and they accept donations. Free parking for all including handicap.
4. Memorial Union Terrace
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 526 reviews
Reviewed By NWRob - Malvern, Pennsylvania
No visit to UW would be complete without a visit to the student union and its famous terrace. The terrace has unparalleled views of the lake and is jammed in the nice weather. There are wonderful plaques honoring famous graduates and detailing important events all around the grounds as well. It’s worth a look just for the views—-all else is a bonus.
5. Pheasant Branch Creek Conservancy
Overall Ratings
5 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By Karen N
This conservancy has several groomed trails that are great for walking, biking, and running. They take you through a variety of forest, prairie, creeks, etc. Run completely by volunteers, it is maintained extremely well. You can park at the Middleton City park-Orchid park and then pick up the trails from there or go to the Branch Street trail head for a different set of trails. Another good place to enter is to park at Parisi park and enter near there. Maps for the trails are available on the Conservancy's website. The trails are accessible in winter as well as summer/spring/fall but come prepared with boots for snow as they are not groomed.
6. Chazen Museum of Art
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 245 reviews
This art museum's impressive collection includes, prints, photographs, paintings and sculptures from prehistoric times to modern day. Special exhibitions showcasing local artists take place throughout the year.
Reviewed By Miranda B - Menasha, Wisconsin
The Chazen has a beautiful art collection! While I was not very impressed with the current temporary exhibit, the rest of the museum made up for it. Definitely a must see for Wisconsin art enthusiasts, plus it's free! The only thing I wouldn't recommend is bringing children...they would probably get bored and there's a particular erotic sculpture of two goats on the 3rd floor you won't want to have to explain to them.
7. Capital Brewery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By Raintree_Thailand - Bangkok, Thailand
Attended the Dogtoberfest in the Capital Brewery Bier Garten yesterday. Beautiful sunny day; hundreds of friendly dogs; and lots of tasty beer! What more could you want?! The draft beer selections are good at $5 a pint; cheaper cans and bottles available. Their brewery tour is $7 and includes tasting glasses of 4 beers or one pint, plus a brewery collector glass. Not bad, considering a pint is $5 alone. Staff are very friendly.
8. Mendota Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By Mike R - Waunakee, WI
A good place if you want a place to camp with lake access at a reasonable price. There are not full hookups but it is quite convenient to Madison.
9. University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 196 reviews
Considered the birthplace of ecological restoration, the UW–Madison Arboretum is a teaching and research facility that conserves and restores land, advances science, offers public outreach, and benefits from community involvement. The 1,200-acre grounds are home to protected prairies, woodlands, wetlands, savannas, springs, shoreline, a notable horticultural collection, and Wisconsin native plant gardens. It also offers 20 miles of walking trails and 4 miles of biking road as well as hundreds of learning and volunteer opportunities. The Arboretum is located between Lake Wingra and the West Beltline Highway. The main entrance is at 1207 Seminole Highway. The Visitor Center is open weekdays from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., weekends from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Arboretum admission is free.
Reviewed By Steve F - Bellevue, Washington
The Arboretum is beautiful any time of the year. Keep in mind that if you are driving, the road is blocked at the visitor center, although bikes and pedestrians are allowed to continue through. Such a peaceful place within the city limits.
10. Mid Town Pub
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By Cynthia G
Tucked away in a non descript strip mall, Joel's Mid Town Pub is a hidden gem. Officially located on Allen Boulevard in Middleton, the Mid Town Pub is easily accessible from Madison and the surrounding burbs. Once inside you'll discover an excellent menu, friendly staff, and a plethora of drink specials and craft beers to choose from. Joel is Joel Egan, the fiery, yet affable owner who's presence is umistakable. His hands on attitude spills over to his talented bar and wait staff and skilled chefs in the kitchen. Try the "Chicken Bonerz", the daily soups, or get in early for the legendary Fish Fry on Friday. If it's just an ice cold beer or a good burger your looking for too, then, as Joel would say, "Come on over" to the Mid Town Pub for a a genuinely good time. There just aren't enough of these smaller businesses left anymore, so soak up some suds and grab a good bite before it's too late, visit the Mid Town Pub sometime soon.
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