Tracy’s guidebook
Historic Madison, Indiana
Madison is home to one of the largest contiguous National Historic Landmark Districts in the country. From Indiana's first railroad track to the underground railroad, Maison has quite a story to tell. Tour the Jefferson County History Center and take a walking tour to view the many historic buildings in the city. Go to Visit Madison to learn more about our town, pick up maps, and shop for local stuff.
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Madison
Madison is home to one of the largest contiguous National Historic Landmark Districts in the country. From Indiana's first railroad track to the underground railroad, Maison has quite a story to tell. Tour the Jefferson County History Center and take a walking tour to view the many historic buildings in the city. Go to Visit Madison to learn more about our town, pick up maps, and shop for local stuff.
Sightseeing
Places to visit in and around Madison
Lanier Mansion State Historic Site
601 W 1st StTour this gem of Madison!
Schroeder Saddletree Factory Museum
106 Milton StAn interesting and off the beaten path tour of a local gem.
Start here--they have all the information you'll need for a great visit to Madison!
Visit Madison, Inc.
601 W 1st StStart here--they have all the information you'll need for a great visit to Madison!
Waterfalls, hiking trails, a state park inn & restaurant, outdoor pool, playgrounds, tennis courts-check it out! It's just down the road.
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Clifty Falls
Green RoadWaterfalls, hiking trails, a state park inn & restaurant, outdoor pool, playgrounds, tennis courts-check it out! It's just down the road.
Visit the office and pick up information about the historic significance of Madison. You can also purchase a booklet with two walking tours of historic downtown Madison in it.
Historic Madison Inc
301 W 2nd StVisit the office and pick up information about the historic significance of Madison. You can also purchase a booklet with two walking tours of historic downtown Madison in it.
Located behind the old train station-there's a red caboose next door. Check out the museum and the Little Free Library out front!
Jefferson County Historical Center
172 Main StLocated behind the old train station-there's a red caboose next door. Check out the museum and the Little Free Library out front!
Just down the street from here you will see the Fairplay Fire Company No. 1. Notice "Little Jimmy" on the top of the steeple-at night, go upstairs and you can see him lit up from the north window!
Fairplay Fire Company Number One
403 E Main StJust down the street from here you will see the Fairplay Fire Company No. 1. Notice "Little Jimmy" on the top of the steeple-at night, go upstairs and you can see him lit up from the north window!
Broadway Fountain
Our beautiful fountain is worth a visit!
Dr. William Daviess Hutchings Office and Museum
120 W 3rd StA cool historic doctor's office you can tour.
Costigan House
408 W 3rd StAn historic home to tour-check at Historic Madison for days/times.
Charles L. Shrewsbury House
301 W 1st StAnother Historic Madison home to tour.
An historical museum behind the Visit Madison office. There's a Little Free Library out front, a red caboose in the yard, and the Lanthier Winery is across the street in one direction, and the Lanier home is in the opposite direction.
Railroad Station
601 W 1st StAn historical museum behind the Visit Madison office. There's a Little Free Library out front, a red caboose in the yard, and the Lanthier Winery is across the street in one direction, and the Lanier home is in the opposite direction.
Drinks & Music Scene
The nightlife in Madison!
Off Broadway Tap Room
218 E Main StTaco Tuesdays! Live music and dining at this bar.
Red Bicycle Hall
125 E Main StA local spot for great music and events.
Winetasting, but even more impressive is the surrounding gardens. Don't miss the tulips and daffodils in the spring! Sit outside in the gardens for a nice respite from the busyness of life. They close at 5 so go early!
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Lanthier Winery
123 Mill StWinetasting, but even more impressive is the surrounding gardens. Don't miss the tulips and daffodils in the spring! Sit outside in the gardens for a nice respite from the busyness of life. They close at 5 so go early!
Beautiful wedding/event venue. Music scene on some weekends. Check Facebook or their website for details
Richwood on the River / Bed & Breakfast & Events Venue
1233 KY-36Beautiful wedding/event venue. Music scene on some weekends. Check Facebook or their website for details
Shopping
Antique Mall
721 W 1st StThree floors of antiques in this wonderful building!
Blush On Main
113 W Main StA boutique shop with a hair salon and florist on the premises!
Betty Jeffries
129 E Main StA great place to shop for women's clothes. He has a men's shop now too!
Ditto's On Main
135 E Main StYou'll find gifts galore here, and don't miss the downstairs shopping area.
WOW!!! Don't miss this place if you're looking for the perfect piece of furniture or decor for your home. Upscale, interesting and unique pieces.
Wow What A Find
217-219 E Main StWOW!!! Don't miss this place if you're looking for the perfect piece of furniture or decor for your home. Upscale, interesting and unique pieces.
On the west end of town you'll find another antique mall packed with great finds.
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Riverwest Antique Mall
1029 W 2nd StOn the west end of town you'll find another antique mall packed with great finds.
Little People's Boutique
232 E Main StChildren's clothing!
Downtown Restaurants
Dining spots downtown
RED ON MAIN
122 E Main StFine dining for lunch and dinner
The Red Pepperoni
842 W Main StThe best pizza in town!
The Red Peppermint
301 E Vaughn DrFrozen yogurt!
Downtowner
104 E Main StAnother deli downtown. They have great cookies and cakes!
Attic Coffee Mill Cafe
631 W Main StCoffee & deli & gifts--a downtown fixture for 3 generations
Gallery 115
115 E Main StDining and local art, along with gifts.
Shipley burgers are famous around here! They are even mentioned in the movie Madison.
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Shipley's Tavern
322 West StShipley burgers are famous around here! They are even mentioned in the movie Madison.
Hinkle's Sandwich Shop
204 W Main StGreasy sliders and breakfast at our downtown iconic spot.
Dining on the river-bar food and drinks
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Rivercrest Lighthouse Marina Restaurant and Lounge
375 W Vaughn DrDining on the river-bar food and drinks
Rivertown Grill
321 Jefferson StreetGreat food across from the courthouse
Off Broadway Tap Room
218 E Main StTaco Tuesday! Live music and bar food served up here.
Historic Broadway Hotel & Tavern
313 Broadway StAnother iconic Madison dining spot
Hong Kong Kitchen
102 East Main StreetOur favorite Chinese restaurant. Dine in or carry out.
Bello's Pizza
216 E Main StLocal pizza joint
The Red Roaster Coffee & Eatery
100 W Main Stgood coffee, breakfast and lunch sandwiches
a coffee shop with breakfast & lunch choices; they've applied for a liquor license.
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Crafted Coffee
329 W Main Sta coffee shop with breakfast & lunch choices; they've applied for a liquor license.
Big Apple Mac's
605 West Main StreetBad Apple Mac's serves great burgers
Hilltop & Hanover Dining
Tapatio Restaurant
1111 Clifty DriveOur favorite Mexican spot!
Diego's Mexican Grill
2455 Lanier DriveGreat margaritas!
EL NOPAL MEXICAN RESTAURANT
700 Clifty Drivemore Mexican!
El Nopalito Mexican Cuisine
327 Clifty Drivemore...
Mi Viejo
2700 Michigan Roadand the newest one...
Harry's Stone Grill
621 Clifty DriveSteaks, fish, pasta, and more.
Boneyard Grill
513 Clifty Drivegreat bar food
Brittany’s Brick Oven Pizza - B-Bop’s
2034 Lanier Drivelocal pizza
Yamato Japanese Steakhouse
140 Clifty Drivegood Japanese food
Empress of China
425 Clifty DriveOur local state park inn & restaurant. Great views of Madison & the river. Sunday buffet (pre-covid).
Clifty Inn
1650 Clifty Hollow RdOur local state park inn & restaurant. Great views of Madison & the river. Sunday buffet (pre-covid).
Smokin Crowes BBQ
5517 Indiana 56BBQ in Hanover
Jendy's Pizzeria
239 West Lagrange Roadpizza in Hanover
Food scene
THE BEST FOOD AROUND!!! Open Wednesday-Saturday; make reservations!
The 1894 Lodge neighborhood bar and grill
409 East Main StreetTHE BEST FOOD AROUND!!! Open Wednesday-Saturday; make reservations!