608 Day is on Saturday. To spread the 608 love, we recently asked our readers what makes our area special to them.
Here’s what you said:
“The restaurants (Bar Corallini, Ahan, and Salvatore’s to name a few).” - Briana O.
“Lakes, rivers, creeks.” - Tammy S.
“The UW Arboretum is the first place that really felt homey and familiar after moving two years ago” - @cyanberet
“The east side, Tex Tubb’s, Schenk’s Corners.” - Jessica R.
“Just the overall vibe, green spaces, the Capitol itself, great restaurants, fun things to do...” - Cathi W.
“Farmers’ market, there’s nothing else like it.” - @dfischer31
“The family of raccoons and the red fox that live in our woods.” - J.B.
“Odgen’s North St. Diner.” - Dona M.
“How much Madison values green spaces.” - @allie.tobis
“We’re so lucky in the 608 to live near so many incredible locally-owned restaurants and coffee shops!” - Alicia S.
“City parks, especially those with hiking trails.” - Nancy N.
“The sheer beauty of the skyline when taking John Nolen in from the east side. I am in awe every single time.” - Mary Ann N.
“Easy access to multiple lakes.” - Jeanne K.
“Our state Capitol. It is a grand sight.” - Pauline C.
More to love
Check out our City Guide page to find more things to love about Madison.
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