Vilas is a walkable Madison neighborhood bordered by Lake Wingra and Henry Vilas Zoo to the south, Greenbush to the east, Monroe Street to the north, and Edgewood College to the west. Neighbors enjoy nearby parks, local restaurants and businesses, the UW–Madison Arboretum, and easy access to Lake Wingra. The Vilas Neighborhood Association helps residents share information, solve local problems, and build a welcoming community.