Spring Break ideas if you want to take a day trip near home, or a stay-cation in town with pools and fun nearby.  Madison has so much to offer, be it just to blow off some excess energy, or learn about new things.

PlayN Wisconsin energy burner An indoor play center with a variety of play structures and activities for kids. 3919 Parmenter St, Middleton, WI 53562
Legacy Academy energy burner An enrichment center with educational programs and play areas for children. 2881 Commerce Park Dr. Ste G, FItchburg, 53719
Sky Zone energy burner A trampoline park featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, and fitness programs. 2134 W. Beltline Hwy, Madison, WI 53713
Urban Air energy burner An adventure park with trampolines, climbing walls, and more. 7309 West Towne Way, Madison, 53719
Madison’s Children’s Museum explore A hands-on museum with interactive exhibits on arts, sciences, and culture. 100 N. Hamilton St, Madison 53703
Black Earth Children’s Museum explore A community-supported museum with over 50 handmade exhibits. 1131 Mills St., Black Earth, 53515
Sun Prairie Explore Children’s Museum explore A children’s museum encouraging purposeful play and lifelong learning. 1433 W. Main St, Sun Prairie 53590
UW Geology Museum explore A museum exploring Wisconsin’s geological history with rocks and fossils. 1215 W. Dayton St, M-F 830-430, Sat 9-1
National Mustard Museum explore A quirky museum showcasing an extensive collection of mustards. 7477 Hubbard Ave, Middleton 53562
Wisconsin Science Museum explore A science museum highlighting Wisconsin’s scientific and technological contributions. 2300 S. Park St, Madison 53713
Madtown Twister energy burner A gymnastics facility offering classes and open gym sessions for kids. 7035 Old Sauk Rd, Madison 53717
Gymfinity energy burner A gymnastics and fitness center with various programs for children. 6300 Nesbitt Rd, Madison 53719
Keva Sports Center energy burner A sports facility with programs and leagues for both kids and adults. 8312 Forsythia St., Middleton 53562
Badger Gymnastics energy burner A gymnastics academy with classes and training for all skill levels. 6901 Schroeder Rd., Madison 53711
Olbrich Gardens explore A 16-acre botanical garden with diverse plant collections and a Thai pavilion. 3330 Atwood Ave, Madison 53704
Pat O’Malley’s Jet Room $100 burger/personal plane ride! An aviation-themed restaurant with a view of planes taking off. $100 Burger! 3606 Corben Ct, Madison 53704
Henry Vilas energy burner A public zoo with various animals and exhibits, free to visitors. 702 S. Randall Ave, Madison 53715
Courtyard by Marriott Middleton staycation A modern hotel offering family-friendly accommodations and amenities. 2266 Deming Way, Middleton 53562
Hilton Garden Inn Middleton staycation A family-friendly hotel with comfortable lodging and easy attraction access. 1801 Deming Way, Middleton 53562
Hampton Inn & Suites West Madison staycation A hotel with spacious rooms, free breakfast, and family-friendly amenities. 483 Commerce Dr., Madison
Holiday Inn and Suites West staycation A hotel featuring an indoor pool, comfortable accommodations, and local access. 1109 Fourier Dr., Madison 53717
Springhill Suites By Marriott Hilldale staycation An all-suite hotel with modern amenities and spacious accommodations. 4601 Frey St, Madison
Fairfield Inn & Suites Madison South staycation A hotel with comfortable rooms, free breakfast, and great access to attractions. 4402 E. Washington Ave, Madison
Double Tree by Hilton East staycation A hotel with warm cookies on arrival and comfortable family stays. 722 John Nolan Dr., Madison 53713
Courtyard by Marriott East staycation A modern hotel with an on-site bistro and convenient location. 2502 Crossroads Dr., Madison
Home2 Suites by Hilton Madison Alliant staycation An extended-stay hotel with suites featuring kitchenettes for families. 2153 Rimrock Rd, Madison 53713
Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Madison staycation A downtown hotel offering easy access to city attractions and free breakfast. 440W. Johnson St, Madison
WInnequah Park energy burner A park with playgrounds, sports facilities, and open recreational spaces. Healy Lane, Monona 53716
Angell Park energy burner A park with playgrounds and open areas for family activities. 200 Park St., Sun Prairie 53590
McKee Farms energy burner A park with trails, playgrounds, and picnic areas for families. 2930 Chapel Valley Rd, Fitchburg
Deerfield Dream Park energy burner A community-built playground with various play structures for children. 642 Autumn Wood Parkway, Deerfield
Phoebe Bakken Memorial Park energy burner A park with playgrounds, sports fields, and recreational spaces. 4064 Vilas Rd, Cottage Grove, WI
Harvey John & Lucille Taylor Memorial Park energy burner A scenic park with trails, views, and open spaces for activities. 5280 Bishops Bay Pkwy, Middleton
Brittingham Park energy burner A lakeside park with playgrounds, picnic areas, and water access. 829 W. Washington Ave, Madison
Glacial Valley Park energy burner A park with playgrounds, sports fields, and recreational spaces. 2119 Hillebrand Dr., Cross Plains
Elver Park energy burner The park has reservable shelters, splash park, athletic fields, and disc golf course. 1250 McKenna Blvd, Madison
Henry Vilas Zoo energy burner A community-supported, admission-free zoo with play structures. 702 S. Randall Ave, Madison
Lakeview Park energy burner A park with playgrounds, sports fields, and recreational spaces. 6300 Mendota Ave, Middleton
Olin Park energy burner A park with playgrounds, sports fields, and recreational spaces. 1156 Olin-Turville Ct., Madison
EPIC Park energy burner A playground with play structures for children. 473 Westridge Pkwy, Verona
Sauk City Riverfront Park energy burner A lakeside park with playgrounds, picnic areas, and water access. 236 Water St., Sauk City
Wetmore Park energy burner A park with trails, playgrounds, and picnic areas for families. 555 North St, Sun Prairie