Outdoor Activities
Only a mile from town (south entrance), the state park is excellent for hiking, birding, and swimming. Our favorite hike is the old railroad tunnel and Trail #2.
https://www.in.gov/dnr/state-parks/files/clifty_falls_trail.pdf
on.IN.gov/cliftyfallssp
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Clifty Falls
Green RoadOnly a mile from town (south entrance), the state park is excellent for hiking, birding, and swimming. Our favorite hike is the old railroad tunnel and Trail #2.
https://www.in.gov/dnr/state-parks/files/clifty_falls_trail.pdf
on.IN.gov/cliftyfallssp
Antiques!
Antique Mall
721 W 1st StA great place to find some antiques!
I can always find something here. In fact, several of the pieces in the house came from Riverwest.
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Riverwest Antique Mall
1029 W 2nd StI can always find something here. In fact, several of the pieces in the house came from Riverwest.
Although the antiques are great, check out the architecture! This Masonic Lodge is truly amazing inside and out.
Wow What A Find
217-219 E Main StAlthough the antiques are great, check out the architecture! This Masonic Lodge is truly amazing inside and out.
Food scene
Pizza Uncommon - Madison
101 East Main StreetVery tasty and close to the house!
Great for a quick diner bite on Main. Great for diner fare and milkshakes.
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Hinkle's Sandwich Shop
204 W Main StGreat for a quick diner bite on Main. Great for diner fare and milkshakes.
Some say Shipley's has the best burgers in Madison - don't miss them! Best for adults - age restrictions (it's a bar!)
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Shipley's Tavern
322 West StSome say Shipley's has the best burgers in Madison - don't miss them! Best for adults - age restrictions (it's a bar!)
We've never been disappointed with our pizza from the Red Pepperoni.
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The Red Pepperoni
842 W Main StWe've never been disappointed with our pizza from the Red Pepperoni.
The Red Roaster Coffee & Eatery
100 W Main StGreat for a quick coffee and breakfast.
Sallie's Small Batch Ice Creams
105 E 2nd StIf it's a hot day (or even if it's not!) definitely try Sallie's.
Great restaurant for lunch or dinner. I enjoy the salad with added salmon!
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RED ON MAIN
122 E Main StGreat restaurant for lunch or dinner. I enjoy the salad with added salmon!
It's not downtown, but if you're craving some Mexican food, this is a great place to try some!
Mi Viejo
It's not downtown, but if you're craving some Mexican food, this is a great place to try some!
Shopping
Need to pick up a gift? Or entertain the kids for a while? Head to McWhiggins and you'll find something!
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McWhiggins Wonder Emporium
220 W Main StNeed to pick up a gift? Or entertain the kids for a while? Head to McWhiggins and you'll find something!
Trolley Barn
719 West Main StreetA variety of shops - great location to do some quick shopping. Be sure to check it out!
The Pearl Plate
A wonder home goods store. Highly recommended.
A great place to stop for your quilting and crafting needs. They also offer a range of classes.
Little Golden Fox
602 W Main StA great place to stop for your quilting and crafting needs. They also offer a range of classes.
Hand-crafted chocolates - great for gifts or a special treat.
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Cocoa Safari Chocolates
118 W Main StHand-crafted chocolates - great for gifts or a special treat.
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Ungaphuthelwa
Year-Round Farmers Market
Don't miss the oldest continuous farmers market in Indiana - every Saturday morning at Broadway and Main. It'll be inside the Trinity United Methodist Church in poor weather.
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Museums and other points of interest
Don't miss all of Madison's sites - The Lanier Mansion, History Center, Dr. William D. Hutchings' Office, Francis Costigan House, Schroeder Saddletree Factory Museum, Jeremiah Sullivan House, Shrewsbury Windle House, Schofield House and others!