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Where to find winter magic

There’s a lot to love in Middleton this season! Discover festive restaurants, unique stores,...

Plan a cozier getaway

This winter, plan a cozier getaway! Middleton boasts some of the region’s best shopping,...

Middleton sweet spots

Baking is an art form in Middleton, where food lovers discover a sweet blend...

Middleton holiday shopping tips

The holiday shopping season has arrived, and Middleton has something for everyone on your...

Middleton’s burger spots

Burger fans, Middleton restaurants have your flavor. From piled-high masterpieces to fusion favorites, there’s...

Festive fall events

One of the most festive times of year has arrived! Middleton is home to...

Fresh fall flavors

Welcome to a destination where the flavors are as vibrant as the fall colors....

Pet-friendly getaway guide

Travelers to Middleton don’t have to leave their four-legged friends at home. Middleton has...

What’s on the trolley line

The free Middleton Trolley picks visitors up right in front of their hotels and...

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Top acts take stage

Celebrate the end of summer with an event that promises good times for all...

Cool times in the Bier Garten

Nothing says summer like a cold beer on a hot day. Enjoy an award-winning...

Splish, splash and smile

One of Middleton’s popular attractions delights kids, while keeping them cool on warm summer...

Falbo Bros Pizzeria

Falbo Bros Pizzeria opened for business August 1, 1992 in Madison, Wisconsin. The Pizzeria...

Middleton restaurants with outdoor dining

The umbrellas are open and the smell of tasty food is in the air....

Farmers’ Market Guide

Farmers’ markets are in full swing in Middleton and our vendors already have stands...

Dinner with a side of entertainment

Middleton has a lively live music scene that’s easy to enjoy when you’re in...

Visit the Middleton Historical Museum

In the heart of Middleton, an impressive brick home has graced Hubbard Avenue for...

5 reasons it’s friendlier here.

Make Middleton your hub for group tours in south-central Wisconsin. Minutes from Madison and...

5 reasons it’s sharper here.

Find the perfect venue for your next event. With nearly 1,000 hotel rooms, beautiful...

Ride, dine and relax

Some of Middleton’s best restaurants are a trolley stop away. The fun and free...

Best of Madison award winners

The Best of Madison results are in and Middleton restaurants, parks and businesses have...

Middleton Travel Tips

Enjoying a Middleton getaway is easier than ever with our vacation planning tools and...

Middleton breakfast spots

Start your day in a delicious way—Middleton is home to a wide variety of...

Experience exceptional lodging

Middleton’s hotels provide visitors a better getaway experience, offering comfort, convenience and quality. Our...

Middleton 2019 bucket list

From our variety of world cuisine to our award-winning parks and trails, Middleton offers...

Plan the perfect getaway

The new year is fast approaching and it’s the ideal time to plan a...

Winter trail tips

A better winter adventure may be closer than you think. Middleton is a community...

Holiday shopping guide

This season, enjoy a snazzier holiday shopping experience. Middleton is a place where shoppers...

Discover Middleton’s secrets

Middleton has a rich history – it dates back 200 years, to when a...

Cozy dining in Middleton

This is the season for comfort food and Middleton is the place to find...

5,992 reasons to love the Mustard Museum

In the heart of downtown Middleton, you’ll find a museum like no other. The...

Five reasons to golf Pleasant View

Fall is one of the best times of year to enjoy some time on...

Good times on tap

Middleton’s Capital Brewery makes beer that wins awards around the world, but it also...

Discover downtown shopping

Middleton’s beautiful downtown is a historic district that offers a charming mix of shops...

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Pheasant Branch nature walks

A fantastic place to experience nature is located on Middleton’s northeast side. The expansive...

Summer festival guide

Outdoor festival season has arrived in Middleton! Some of Middleton’s biggest events are coming...

Splash Pad at Lakeview Park

Summer is here! There’s a great way to keep the kids cool this season...

Middleton outdoor dining

You know the season is here when the colorful umbrellas appear and the smell...

Spring shopping at Greenway Station

Greenway Station is a big part of why Middleton is an ideal spring shopping...

Spring biking guide

Middleton is the perfect place to welcome the spring biking season! Discover a destination...

A greener getaway

In Middleton, good times can be good for the planet. Middleton is an eco-friendly...

Trolley Traveler Tips

The 2017 trolley season is here! The free Middleton Trolley takes travelers to some...

Planning the perfect shopping getaway

When you stay in Middleton, you’ll wake up in the heart of a snazzier...

Your passport to a better meal

Middleton’s restauranteurs are at the top of their game. In Middleton’s dining scene, you’ll...

New Year, new you

This winter, stay fit while having fun in Middleton! This is a destination that...

Find your sparkly and sweet holiday treats in Middleton!

The holidays are all about indulgence, so check out these Middleton hot spots where...

Explore Middleton’s rich past

Middleton’s rich history stretches back more than 180 years. Many historical sites are now...

Middleton snow report

Middleton holiday shopping tips

This holiday season, gift yourself with a holiday shopping getaway to Middleton. Middleton is...

Holiday fun in Middleton

Holiday fun is happening in Middleton! It all kicks off Saturday, November 19 at...

A foodie guide to Middleton

With 80 outstanding restaurants to choose from, Middleton is a destination for people who...

Halloween Family Fun at the Haunted Hustle

If you’re looking for something fun to do with the whole family on Halloween...

Discover unforgettable fall beauty

Enjoy breathtaking fall color on Middleton’s award winning multi-use trail system. A local favorite,...

Fast, new filter system

We’ve made it easier than ever to find what you need, fast. Our new...

Welcome to the new visitmiddleton.com!

We are proud to share Middleton’s brand new tourism site, www.visitmiddleton.com. There are many...

5 REASONS it’s EASIER here.

From salons and spas that will help you look your best to fitness centers...

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5 REASONS it’s LIVELIER here.

Find fun all year long in Middleton! Enjoy live music, browse the farmers’ markets,...

5 REASONS it’s STRONGER here.

Middleton traces its beginnings to an 1832 settlement, but was officially platted in 1856...

5 REASONS it’s SNAZZIER here.

Middleton is home to unique retail businesses, a charming downtown and a stylish retail...

5 REASONS it’s CLOSER here.

Getting around Middleton is easy! If you’re traveling by car, use our handy map...

5 REASONS it’s GREENER here.

Whether you’re looking for a place for the kids to swing and slide, a...

5 REASONS it’s TASTIER here.

With 80 restaurants, Middleton is a great place to eat. Sample a dazzling variety...

5 REASONS it’s BOLDER here.

Sample farm-fresh fruits and vegetables from two seasonal farmers’ markets. Explore a pristine nature...

5 REASONS it’s COZIER here.

Middleton’s hotels offer comfort, convenience and quality – and it’s no surprise that the...

5 REASONS it’s HEALTHIER here.

There are so many ways to play in Middleton! Take a glide across the...

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Middleton Good Neighbor Festival

Every August, Middleton celebrates the end of summer with a community event that provides...

Romantic getaways to Middleton

With its beautiful downtown, picturesque walking trails and cozy places to relax, Middleton is...

The convenience of Middleton’s hotels

Next time you’re staying in a Middleton hotel, you may just prefer to leave...

Hotel shopping getaways

Feel like shopping? There’s no better place to enjoy a shopping getaway than Middleton,...

Middleton’s Morey Airport – where convenience takes off

Middleton is home to Middleton Municipal Airport (Morey Field), an airfield that provides convenience...

Five reasons why Middleton’s trails are better

Visit Middleton’s trail system and discover why these trails win national awards! Here are...

Take the FREE Middleton trolley!

The Middleton Trolley is your easy and convenient way to explore Middleton. Whether you’re...

Explore historic Middleton

In 1832, a fur trader decided to open a post on the west shore...

Discover what’s happening in Middleton

There’s always something fun happening in Middleton. From farmers’ markets to footraces, concerts to...

Middleton by bus

While Middleton visitors can navigate the city with the free and fun Middleton Trolley,...

Downtown parking in Middleton

Visitors to downtown Middleton will have no problem finding a convenient parking space. Ample...

Middleton Public Library – a grand idea

It all started with a shelf of books. Nine decades ago, members of the...

Enriching lives: the Middleton Senior Center

Middleton is home to an outstanding senior center, accredited by the National Institute of...

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Reserve your outdoor fun

Planning an outdoor event, like a reunion, wedding or birthday party? Middleton has an...

Historic Shops & Restaurants

Middleton is rich with history and you can experience it just by walking around...

A winter brouhaha at Capital Brewery

With new brews and fun events on tap, late winter is exciting time of year...

Win with Middleton in 2016!

In 2015, Middleton ran four full-scale promotions, giving away nearly $2,000 in prizes and...

Ways to Enjoy Winter in Middleton

Take a tour of Middleton’s own Capital Brewery, with a tasting of their award-winning...

All Aboard the Polar Express!

The Polar Express is returning to Middleton! Take a magical ride to the North...

Fall Birdwatching in Middleton

Grab your binoculars and hit the trails! Middleton is a great place to go...

Beat the Heat in Middleton

Looking for ways to stay cool during the dog days of summer? Check out...

Celebrate Mustard Day in Middleton

Don’t miss the annual National Mustard Day celebration in Middleton coming up the first...

Middleton Trolley: Bigger & Better

The Middleton Trolley is back, bigger and better than ever! The brand new trolley...

Visit Middleton’s Museum at the Depot

The Middleton Visitor Center, 1811 Parmenter Street, is a great place to stop to...

History in the Hills: Middleton’s Effigy Mounds

Middleton’s history is rich, but did you also know it goes back two thousand...

Six Things to Look Forward to This Spring

There are always plenty of things to look forward to in spring. More daylight...

The Best Brews Coming This Spring

Late winter is a prime time for new beers at Capital Brewery. It all...

Middleton: Your Holiday Shopping Hotspot

For a relaxing, fun and unique shopping experience, visit Middleton! Downtown Middleton – Middleton’s...

Ways to See Fall Color in Middleton

September and early October are the best times to see fall color in Middleton...

Find Great Outdoor Dining in Middleton

Here are just a few of Middleton’s outdoor dining spots There’s nothing like sitting...

Staying Cool in Middleton

Summer is here and if you’re like most folks, you’re looking for ways to...

Play Pleasant View Golf Course

Right now the grass is lush and green, and the leaves are quaking on...

See Spring Arrive at Pheasant Branch Conservancy

Middleton’ s Pheasant Branch Conservancy is an ecological gem. The 550-acre nature conservancy is...

Capital Brewery: Take a tour and savor the brews

Middleton is home to one of the best breweries on the planet. Capital...

Your Spring Shopping Escape: Greenway Station

It’s winter outside, but it’s not too early to start planning your spring shopping...

Indoor Winter Fun

Middleton is great for snowshoeing, hiking and cross-country skiing in the winter, but if...

Middleton Winter Fun – Right now!

Right now, there are many was to have fun in Middleton: On the...

Cornerstones of Middleton: Clasen’s

Founded by brothers Ralf and Ernst Clasen, this Middleton staple came to be 54...

Warm Up with Indulgent Desserts

Put a little warmth in your winter with some indulgent desserts from one of...

Cornerstones of Middleton: Club Tavern

The Club Tavern’s history goes back to the mid-nineteenth century, when the original piece...

The Perfect Holiday Shopping Destination!

What would does the perfect shopping destination look like? Middleton! Make your holiday shopping...

Get a dose of fall color at Pleasant View Golf Course

Where’s the best place to see fall color? On the golf course. Specifically, Middleton’s...

Birdwatching in Middleton this Fall

Fall is a great time for birdwatching. Hundreds of species of birds pass through...

Cornerstone Businesses: The Bruce Company

Founded in 1952 of humble beginnings, The Bruce Company began when Leland Bruce, now...

The new Middleton Pick-N-Play App is here!

Planning a Middleton getaway just got a whole lot easier. The Middleton Tourism Commission’s...

Stay Cool in Middleton

On a hot summer day, there’s no better place to be than Middleton. You’ll...

Cornerstones of Middleton: Pleasant View Golf Course

Serving golfers for more than 60 years, Pleasant View Golf Course offers 27 holes of...

Middleton’s Great Escapes for Cyclists

Middleton is located on the edge of Wisconsin’s best bicycling roads. The quiet roadways...

Take a Stroll Around the Pond: Two Spring Walks

This spring, get out and see the landscape coming back to life after winter’s...

Cornerstones of Middleton: Captain Bill’s

Twenty years ago, the von Rutenbuergs, a family of local restaurant pioneers, sought to...

Middleton Restaurants: Ethnic Options Galore

Middleton is home to more than 80 restaurants, from diners to fine dining. Among this...

Cornerstones of Middleton: Capital Brewery

For more than 25 years, Capital Brewery has been bringing a rich variety of...

Great Places to Warm Up

Feeling winter’s chill? Well, warm up with something sweet and a steaming cup of...

Photo flashback!

The corner of Hubbard and Parmenter looks a little different these...

May Brings Out Middleton’s Best

Farmers Markets: There’s produce. And then there’s produce picked yesterday on a Wisconsin farm....