Madison is located on the Ohio River between Louisville, KY and Cincinnati, OH (approximately one hour from each).  It is a two hour drive from Indianapolis, IN and Dayton, OH. Our small city is divided into two distinctively different areas.  The modern hilltop area has numerous fast food style restaurants, department stores and hotels.  The historic downtown area is located in a valley along the river and has quaint restaurants, various specialty shops and bed and breakfasts.  Our tour takes place in the historic area.