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WELCOME

Greetings from Boise, Idaho!

Idaho’s capital city is situated in the high desert of southwestern Idaho, right on the Boise River.

There are 21 non-stop destination flights daily connecting our city at the foot of the Boise mountain

front to the world. Boise’s stellar quality of life includes a vibrant urban downtown, cultural and

culinary experiences, unique attractions and close-in outdoor recreation. When you get here, you’ll

enjoy a thoroughly walkable, friendly and safe downtown.

We are delighted that you are thinking about Boise as your place to visit. My hope is that once you

stop in, you’ll see why we’ve made so many “Top 10” lists in the last few years.

We designed this booklet to be both engaging and useful as you arrange your vacation, or use it to

help you navigate the area once you are here. We’ve put lots of useful information such as where to

stay, what to do, history and culture, day trips, unique parks and features along the Boise River and

so much more.

We’ve never met a stranger. In Boise we meet friends!

Carrie Westergard, Executive Director

Welcome

BOISE VISITOR GUIDE | BOISE.ORG

Boise Convention & Visitors Bureau

Visitor Information Center

(800) 635-5240 boise.org

Boise Metro Chamber of Commerce

(208) 472-5205 boisechamber.org

Boise Parks & Recreation

(208) 384-4240 parks.cityofboise.org

Boise Valley Economic Partnership

(208) 472-5229 bvep.org

Visitor Information Center

(208) 810-7324 boisecentre.com

INFORMATION RESOURCES

Downtown Boise Association

(208) 385-7300 downtownboise.org

Idaho Department of Commerce

(208) 334-2470 commerce.idaho.gov

Idaho State Parks & Recreation

(208) 334-4199

parksandrecreation.idaho.gov

Road Conditions Report

Toll Free (888) 432-7623

TABLE OF CONTENTS

2 Welcome

18 Getting Here

52 Breweries

4 Connect with Boise 20 Getting Around

56 Wineries

6 Fun Facts

24 Lodging

60 Attractions

8 Then & Now

32 Outdoors

66 Day Trips

10 Basques in Boise

40 Sports

12 Events

42 Dining

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WELCOME

CONNECT

with

Boise

Planning a trip to Boise? Looking for insights and tips while you’re here?

Or just want to vicariously live the Boise lifestyle from somewhere else in the

world? The Boise Convention & Visitors Bureau is your official source

for acquainting you with Boise!

Stop by our office during your visit where experts will provide maps,

brochures, insider tips and recommendations.

Boise Convention & Visitors Bureau 1101 W. Front St., #100, Boise, ID 83702

(208) 344-7777 or (800) 635-5240 or connect with us at boise.org.

connect with us at #visitboise & these resources:

BOISE.ORG

FACEBOOK

@visitboise

PINTEREST

@visitboise

YOUTUBE

youtube.com/c/VisitBoise


TWITTER

@boisecvb

INSTAGRAM

@visitboise

MONTHLY

E-NEWSLETTER

Sign up at boise.org

MEETING PLANNER

GUIDE

Order at boise.org

101 BROCHURE

Download at boise.org

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WELCOME

fun facts

Every city and state offer something unique. Idaho and its capital are no

different! To check out a few of our favorite insights and learn more about all

we have to offer, visit boise.org.

IDAHO’S POPULATION

1,787,000

One of Insider’s

10

up and coming

US cities.

MORE STATE FACTS:

State flower

The Syringa

State bird

The Mountain Bluebird

State tree

The Western White Pine

State animal

The Appaloosa Horse

BOISE’S POPULATION

228,790

WEATHER

BOISE HAS ALL FOUR SEASONS

AND IS WARM AND DRY WITH LOW

HUMIDITY IN SUMMER AND FALL.

State fish

The Cutthroat Trout

State insect

The Monarch Butterfly

State vegetable

The Potato

State fruit

The Wild Huckleberry

BOGUS BASIN

7,582

FEET ABOVE SEA LEVEL

7K+

State gemstone

The Star Garnet

State fossil

The Hagerman Horse


BOISE’S ELEVATION

2,840

FEET ABOVE SEA LEVEL

6K

5K

4K

3K

2K

1K

INDUSTRY

MAJOR INDUSTRIES INCLUDE AGRICULTURE,

FOOD PROCESSING, HEALTHCARE,

HIGH TECH, TOURISM AND GOVERNMENT.

Who was the first Idaho

potato grower?

In 1836, Henry Harmon Spalding,

a Presbyterian missionary, taught

the Nez Perce tribe how to

cultivate potatoes.

What special potato does

Idaho produce?

Russet Burbank

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WELCOME

then & now

History comes alive in Boise. And not just in the places you’d expect. Here

you’ll find it in the streets, in the hills and in the State Capitol — all of which

define what makes Boise unique. Get up-close, embrace it, learn, and most

importantly, enjoy it!

Did you know that the City of Boise has its own Department of Arts

and History? Check out their website at boiseartsandhistory.org.

10

The World’s Top 10

Beer Destinations.

Vine Pair, 2018


Idaho State Capitol

Located in downtown

Boise, the Idaho State

Capitol building features

a host of displays and

educational exhibits

relating to the history

of Idaho.

The Oregon Trail

Do you know which route

of the Oregon Trail passed

just south of Boise? You

can travel to Three Island

Crossing State Park to see

where pioneers crossed the

mighty Snake River.

Idaho Anne Frank

Human Rights

Memorial

A place to learn about and

be inspired by the valiant

efforts of this amazing girl

and her family.

Museums

Take your pick: there’s the

Idaho Historical Museum,

the Idaho Black History

Museum, the Idaho Military

Museum, The Basque

Museum & Cultural Center

and more.

Old Idaho

Penitentiary

A state historic site,

this museum lets you

experience Idaho’s former

territorial jail. Explore the

grounds and relive the

historic events of one of the

most infamous prisons in

the West.

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WELCOME

basques

IN

Boise

In Boise, the Basque culture is alive and well — enriched by both its history

and the vibrancy of an active, engaged community. More people of Basque

descent live in the Boise area per capita than any other place outside

of the Basque region of Southern France and Northern Spain. Basque

descendants first began arriving in Idaho in the late 1800s, often taking work

as sheepherders for English and Scottish immigrants.


Today, Basque traditions from “the old country” as well as their time as

sheepherders can be experienced in Boise. The most notable place to

find it all? The Basque Block! Here, the Basque Museum, set in a historic

Basque boarding house, tells the story of Basques in Idaho and beyond.

Restaurants Bar Gernika and Leku Ona give you a taste of Basque culture.

The Basque Market, stocked with wines and food from the Basque Country

and Spain, lets you take a bit home with you. And the Basque Center, built in

1949, offers an opportunity to participate in community events and Basque

dancing and gatherings.

While events and small festivals are a common occurrence on the Basque

Block, none match the size and scale of the international Basque festival

“Jaialdi” (pronounced hi-all-dee). Every five years, Boise welcomes performers

and visitors from the Basque Country and around the world. The next Jaialdi

Festival is July 27-August 1, 2021.

Learn more at thebasqueblock.com.

The Basque Country is

home to approximately 3

million people. The region

covers 8,088 square miles

of of Southern France and

Northern Spain.

Atlantic Ocean

Portugal

Bay of Biscay

Spain

Basque

Country

France

Mediterranean Sea

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BOISE VISITOR GUIDE | BOISE.ORG EVENTS

CONNECT

with

Boise

There’s always something happening in Boise. Here’s a list of a few favorite

events. Looking for more? Visit boise.org for a complete calendar of events.

OnGoing Events

Year-Round

Bogus Basin From hiking, mountain biking, disc

golf, camping, live music, and horseback rides,

Bogus Basin has incredible outdoor activities

for you and your family! They also provide daily

summer chairlift and mountain coaster rides

starting in July. In winter, families can enjoy both

downhill and cross-country skiing.

(208) 332-5100 bogusbasin.org

First Thursday of the month events in downtown

Boise. (208) 385-7300 downtownboise.org

Morrison Center Today the center is recognized

as a major destination for arts and culture,

hosting hundreds of live entertainment and arts

education events that serve to enrich the lives

of patrons of all ages. The Fred Meyer Broadway

in Boise series brings you the very best that

Broadway touring has to offer. The wide variety

of shows brought to Boise range from the hottest

current Broadway titles to time-honored favorites.

(208) 426-1110 morrisoncenter.com

April through October

Drag Racing Season at Firebird Raceway off

Highway 16, northwest of Eagle.

(208) 938-8986 firebirdonline.com

April through December

34th St. Market Formerly the Capital City Public

Market — Enjoy the bountiful harvest of fruits,

vegetables & specialty products available for

purchase. Wednesdays 5:00pm-8:00pm,

and Saturdays 9:30am-1:30pm,

303 E. 34th St. Garden City, ID. (208) 345-3499

capitalcitypublicmarket.com

Boise Farmers’ Market Local food & products.

Saturdays 9am-1pm, Downtown Boise.

1500 Shoreline Dr. Boise, ID. (208) 345-9287

theboisefarmersmarket.com

May through September

Idaho Shakespeare Festival Open-air theater.

Bring your own picnic or purchase items from

Cafè Shakespeare. Low-backed chairs or

blankets are recommended. (208) 336-9221

idahoshakespeare.org

May through October

Connect on the Deck at JUMP Thursdays from

5pm-9pm for the happiest of hours and Saturdays

from 11am-1pm for lunch on the grill. Free to attend,

beverages and food available for purchase.

(208) 639-6610 jumpboise.org

June through August

Alive After Five Music, entertainment and

food on the Grove Plaza in downtown Boise,

Wednesday evenings 5pm-8pm.

(208) 385-7300 downtownboise.org

June through early September

Boise Hawks Baseball Season Home games at

Memorial Stadium near Expo Idaho in Garden City.

(208) 322-5000 milb.com/boise

Concert Series Ste. Chapelle Winery. Sunday

afternoons. (208) 453-7840 stechapelle.com

Outlaw Field Summer Concert Series Musical

entertainment on summer evenings at the Idaho

Botanical Garden. Refreshments on-site or bring

your own picnic dinner. (208) 343-8649 or

(877) 527-8233 idahobotanicalgarden.org

August through November

Boise State Football Season Home games

at Albertsons Stadium. (208) 426-4737

broncosports.com

September through April

Flea Markets at Expo Idaho Saturday and

Sundays at Expo Idaho in Garden City. (208) 287-

5650 expoidaho.com

September through March/April

The Boise Philharmonic Most performances at

the Morrison Center. (208) 344-7849 or

(888) 800-7849 boisephil.org

October through April

Idaho Steelheads Hockey Season at Idaho

Central Arena. (208) 331-8497

idahosteelheads.com

2

on Lonely Planet list of

Destinations You Need

To See in 2018.

March 2018

Ballet Idaho Season performances at the

Morrison Center. (208) 343-0556 balletidaho.org

October through May

Boise Contemporary Theater Season

Performances at Fulton Street Theater.

(208) 331-9224 bctheater.org

November through March

Boise State Basketball Season at ExtraMile Arena.

(208) 426-4737 broncosports.com

November through April

Idaho Dance Theatre Season Most performances

at BSU Special Events Center. (208) 331-9592

idahodancetheatre.org

Ski Season at Bogus Basin. (208) 332-5100 or

(800) 367-4397 bogusbasin.org

November through January

Winter Garden aGlow Artfully arranged display

of lights and color at the Idaho Botanical Garden.

Traditional evening with cocoa, cookies, music,

bonfires and visits from Santa. For specific dates

and times call (877) 527-8233 or (208) 343-8649

idahobotanicalgarden.org

December

This month is filled with holiday activities

including concerts, plays, ballet performances

and much more. For more specific information,

contact the Boise Convention and Visitors Bureau.

(208) 344-7777 boise.org

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Annual Events

March

Home and Garden Show

at Expo Idaho in Garden City.

(208) 287-5650 • expoidaho.com

Boise Flower and Garden Show at Boise Centre.

(208) 376-0464 • gardenshowboise.com

April

Easter “Egg”stravaganza at Zoo Boise. Easter

egg hunts, photos with the Easter Bunny and other

fun activities. (208) 608-7760 · zooboise.org

Gene Harris Jazz Festival (Virtual for 2021)

(208) 426-3099 • geneharris.org

May

Susan G Komen Race for the Cure

(208) 384-0013

komenidahomontana.org/idaho-race

June

Art & Roses Event in Julia Davis Park with over 75

artists, food, drinks and live music. Sponsored by

Idaho Centennial Art Group and Boise Parks and

Recreation. (208) 362-2228 or (208) 938-5741 or

(208) 433-9705

Boise Music Festival The Boise Music Festival

has become one of the most iconic family events

in the Treasure Valley attracting attendees from

across the state and the Pacific Northwest.

Located at Expo Idaho in Garden City

(208) 344-6363 • boisemusicfestival.com

Dairy Days City-wide celebration with several

special events in Meridian. (208) 318-3981

dairydays.org

Eagle Rodeo Experience what an Idaho rodeo is

all about. (208) 939-9448 • eaglerodeo.com

Emmett Cherry Festival Local celebration in

Emmett includes sports events, entertainment

and carnival. (208) 365-3485

emmettcherryfestival.com

Gingerfest at Old Idaho Penitentiary.

(208) 334-2844

history.idaho.gov/old-idaho-penitentiary

Greek Food Festival at Old Idaho Penitentiary.

(208) 761-6087 • boisegreekfestival.com

Old Fort Boise Days in Parma.

oldfortboisedays.com

Old Time Fiddlers’ Contest and Festival in

Weiser. Nationally-recognized fiddle players

compete at all age levels. Weiser is a small

community with limited accommodations,

so plan ahead to attend this event. Admission

fees to some performances/competitions.

(208) 414-0255 • fiddlecontest.org

Owyhee Outpost Day A local celebration

held in Murphy with special emphasis on the

excellent local museum. (208) 495-2319 ·

owyheemuseum.org

Savor Idaho Welcome to Idaho’s premier wine

and food event. (208) 332-1538 • savoridaho.org

World Village Festival Over 30 free multicultural

dance/music/literary performances, retail

vendors and food from around the world. Cecil D.

Andrus Park. • worldvillagefestival.com

Zoo Daze at Zoo Boise. Educational, animal

enrichment and other fun activities.

(208) 608-7760 • zooboise.org

July

Eagle Fun Days The highlight of this annual event

is the world’s largest Rocky Mountain Oyster feed.

(208) 939-4222 • eaglechamber.com

Jaialdi International Basque festival held every 5

years, the next in 2021 at Expo Idaho & Downtown

Boise. (208) 939-4222 · jaialdi.com

Traditional Fourth of July Activities are hosted

by the City of Boise in Ann Morrison Park. Or enjoy

a parade and evening fireworks at Expo Idaho.

(208) 287-5650 parks.cityofboise.org/4thofjuly

San Inazio Basque Festival Annual event

celebrating the Basque culture. Features music,

dancing, food, sporting events and exhibitions

displaying the customs characteristic of the

Basque people.

(208) 342-9983 · basquecenter.com

Snake River Stampede Nationally-known rodeo

in Nampa. (208) 466-8497

snakeriverstampede.com

Twilight Criterium Bicycle race in

downtown Boise.

(208) 472-5251 · boisetwilightcriterium.com

August

Albertsons Boise Open Golf Tournament

Hillcrest Country Club.

albertsonsboiseopen.com

Boise is home to hundreds of

events each year! For a complete

list of events that will appeal to

everyone, visit boise.org.

Photo courtesy of Idaho Tourism.

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Photo courtesy of Pro Image Photography.


Annual Events (cont.)

August (cont.)

Bam Jam is the biggest streetball 3-on-3

basketball tournament in the Northwest. With

divisions for all ages and abilities it is truly B-BALL

FOR ALL! Located at the College of Western

Idaho Center Court and Downtown Boise.

bamjamboise.com

Caldwell Night Rodeo A fast-paced western

event. (208) 459-2060 · caldwellnightrodeo.com

Goathead Festival A festival of bikes, funky

costumes, live music and local beer.

boisegoatheadfest.com

Gold Dust Rodeo at the Idaho City Gold Dust

Events Center. golddustrodeo.com

Gowen Thunder Enjoy this thrilling experience

at the Gowen Thunder air show. Hosted every

four years (2021), this event is one you won’t want

to miss. Open to the public, free admission and

parking. gowenthunder.org

Western Idaho Fair at Expo Idaho in Garden City.

Traditional state fair activities, livestock, produce,

crafts, carnival and performances by

top-name entertainers. Gate fee plus additional

costs for carnival, food and special performances.

(208) 287-5650 idahofair.com

September

Art in the Park An arts and crafts festival in Julia

Davis Park. (208) 345-8330 boiseartmuseum.org

Boise Pride Festival boisepridefest.org

Hermit Music Festival Labor Day weekend

hermitmusicfestival.com

Hyde Park Street Fair Entertainment, kid’s

activities and vendors in Camel’s Back Park.

(208) 336-0380 northend.org

Idaho International Film Festival Four days,

fifty films screened at various sites in downtown

Boise. (208) 331-0909

Museum Comes to Life Special exhibits at

the Idaho State Historical Museum. Costumed

volunteers perform skills used in the days of

settlement. Informative fun for the whole family.

Free. (208) 780-5182 history.idaho.gov

Spirit of Boise Balloon Festival

Ann Morrison Park. (208) 344-6363

spiritofboise.com

St. Luke’s FitOne is a race organized for the

benefit of the participants, the community and

the promotion of health and fitness.

(208) 381-2221 fitoneboise.org

Treefort Music Festival 2021

treefortmusicfest.com

October

Boo at Night at Zoo Boise.

(208) 608-7760 zooboise.org

Boise Marathon Boise Marathon is a 5K,

10K, half marathon and Idaho’s certified full

Boston-qualifying marathon located in the

heart of beautiful downtown Boise, Idaho.

boisemarathon.com

Frightened Felons at Old Idaho Penitentiary.

(208) 334-2844 history.idaho.gov/

old-idaho-penitentiary

Halloween Classic at Firebird Raceway.

(208) 938-8986 firebirdonline.com

Hoptober Freshtival The largest fresh hop

beer festival in Idaho, located at Boise Brewing.

Features over 60 fresh hop and seasonal beers

from 30+ local to regional craft breweries.

hoptoberfreshtival.com

Idaho Horror Film Festival at locations

across downtown Boise. (208) 283-7065

idahohorrorfilmfestival.org

Old Boise Oktoberfest (208) 345-7852

oldboise.com

November

Holiday Parade in downtown Boise.

boiseholidayparade.org

Saint Alphonsus Festival of Trees Boise’s premier

holiday fundraising event featuring dozens of

beautifully decorated Christmas trees delightfully

displayed at the Boise Centre. Admission fee.

(208) 367-8733 saintalphonsus.org/festival

Turkey Day 5k Warm up your Thanksgiving

appetite with the Turkey Day Run Boise! The Turkey

Day Run Boise brings family and friends together to

start the day in a healthy way with a race throughout

Downtown Boise. turkeyday-5k.com/races/boise

December

Famous Idaho Potato Bowl This annual game is

held at Boise State University’s Albertsons Stadium.

The nation’s longest-running outdoor bowl will

feature a Mountain West Conference (MW) versus

Mid-American Conference (MAC) matchup.

(208) 424-1011 famousidahopotatobowl.com

In Boise, people don’t stay out-of-towners for long.

Visit Boise.org for more event details.


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GETTING HERE

getting

HERE

The Boise Airport, just four miles from the heart of downtown Boise, offers

non-stop service from 21 destinations and numerous one-stop options

for easy access across the country. Getting to Boise has never been easier.

Check out more at iflyboise.com.

Seattle/Tacoma

Portland

Spokane

Boise

Minneapolis

San Francisco

San Jose Oakland

Sacramento

Salt Lake City

Denver

Chicago

O’Hare

Las Vegas

Non-Stop Routes To & From Boise

Los Angeles

Orange County

San Diego

Palm Springs

Phoenix

Sky Harbor

Phoenix/Mesa

Gateway

Altlanta

Dallas

Houston

airlines


Allegiant

(702) 505-8888

allegiant.com

American Airlines

(800) 433-7300

aa.com

Alaska Air/Horizon Air

(800) 252-7522

alaskaair.com

Delta Air Lines

(800) 455-2720

deltaairlines.com

Frontier Airlines

(801) 401-9000

flyfrontier.com

McCall & Salmon Air

(800) 992-6559

mccallaviation.com

Skywest Airlines

(435) 634-3000

skywest.com

Southwest Airlines

(800) 435-9792

southwest.com

United Airlines

(800) 864-8331

unitedairlines.com

At the Boise Airport, the world is closer than you think.

We’ll get you where you want to go with 21 nonstop destinations

and even more one-stop connections around the world.

www.iflyboise.com

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GETTING HERE

Wonderful, walkable Boise! There’s so much to see and do whether you’re

on foot, grabbing public transportation or cruising through town on a Boise

Green Bike — we make it easy to see Boise and beyond!

Car, van & bus rental

buses, shuttles & taxis

Charter Motor Coach/Vans

Car Rental

Limo Services

Public Transportation

Taxi


Boise-Winnemucca Stages

1230 W. Bannock St.

Boise, ID 83702

(208) 336-3300 or

(800) 448-5692

northwesterntrailways.com

Caldwell Transportation

3503 S. 10th Ave.

Caldwell, ID 83605

(208) 459-6612 or

(800) 727-9925

ctcbus.com

First Student

465 W. Gowen Rd.

Boise, Idaho 83705

(208) 854-5230

Sawtooth Transportation

(Summer) P.O. Box 366

Stanley, ID 83278

(208) 774-2323

(Winter) 8027 W. Bobran St.,

Boise, ID 83709

(208) 869-2536

sawtoothtrans.com

Sun Valley Express, Inc.

P.O. Box 15086, Boise, ID 83715

(877) 622-8267

sunvalleyexpress.com

Avis Rent-A-Car

(208) 383-3350 (airport)

avis.com

Budget Rent-A-Car

(208) 383-3090 (airport)

budget.com

Dollar Rent-A-Car

(208) 345-9727 (airport)

dollarcar.com

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

(208) 381-0650 (airport)

enterprise.com

Hertz Rent-A-Car

(208) 383-3100 (airport)

hertz.com

National Car Rental

(208) 383-3210 (airport)

nationcar.com

Thrifty Car Rental

(208) 342-3924 (airport)

thrifty.com

A Showcase Limousine Service

(208) 938-1726

showcaselimousine.com

All Occasions Limousine

Service (208) 468-4078

alloccasionslimousine.net

Boise Limousine Service

(208) 871-9515

boiselimoservice.com

Diamond Limousine

(208) 861-1120

diamondlimoboise.com

Idaho Towncar

(208) 871-6900

idahotowncar.com

Commuteride

(208) 345-7665 (POOL)

commuteride.com

Greyhound Bus Lines

(208) 343-3681

greyhound.com

Valley Ride

(208) 345-7433

valleyride.com

bike & scooter

rental

Pedego Bikes

pedegoelectricbikes.com

Synergy Cycles

synergyecycles.com

Veronica Scooter Rental

veronicascooters.com

ABC Taxi

(208) 344-4444

Boise Airport Taxi

(208) 424-2234

boiseairporttaxi.com

Boise City Taxi

(208) 377-3333

Uber Boise

Download the Free App

Yellow Cab

(208) 333-0333 or 345-5555

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GETTING HERE

Tour & Guide Services

Boise Bicycle Tours

The best way to discover the City of Trees is on

two wheels! Choose from the Best of Boise tour,

Greenbelt Tour, or schedule a private custom

tour. Open daily.

(208) 340-9432 · boisebicycletours.com

JUMP Tractor Tours

If you would like to explore our tractors, you may

sign up for a tractor tour. Tours are Wednesdays

from 12pm-2:30pm.

(208) 639-6610 · tours@jumpboise.org

Boise Brew Bus and Boise Brews Cruise

The Boise Brews Cruise’s mission is to give a

behind the scenes educational look at brewing

process, sample some fantastic beer, and to

encourage and celebrate locally-crafted beer and

the brewing community.

(208) 800-9132 · brewscruise.com/boise

Boise Township Tours

Come take a fun, interesting tour of Boise and see

what makes this city wonderful and unique. Hear

the stories behind many locations throughout the

city including the Old Penitentiary, the Depot, the

Capitol, the Old Fort and our main parks.

(208) 570-9025 · boisetownshiptours.com

Snake River Wine Tours

Explore the heart of Idaho wine country along the

Sunnyslope Wine Trail, home to 15 award-winning

wineries, in southwestern Idaho’s luxury wine tour.

(208) 995-1197 · info@snakeriverwinetours.com

WalkAbout Boise

WalkAbout Boise is a 1.5-hour guided walking

tour through 150 years of history and architecture.

They will introduce you to the built

environment that makes downtown Boise unlike

any other place.

(208) 424-5111

preservationidaho.org/boise-walking-tourshistoric-boise

Boise Trolley Tours

Boise Trolley Tours offer something for everyone.

See the city, learn it’s history or take advantage of

our unique seasonal tours such as the Halloween

Tour or the Holiday Lights Tour.

(208) 433-0849 · boisetrolleytours.com

Indulge Boise Food Tours

Indulge Boise Food Tours is Boise’s first food

and culinary tour company dedicated to helping

visitors and Idaho residents enjoy the best food

and cultural experience off the beaten path in the

City of Trees.

(208) 540-4458 · indulgeboise.com

Winery Seekers

Offering tours since 2009, Winery Seekers offers

an exclusive tour of the famous Snake River Valley,

a unique experience giving a deep insight to

Idaho’s wine industry. Ready to go beyond Boise?

They’ve got a tour for that, too. Not just for wine

enthusiasts, it’s also a great way to see Idaho’s

beautiful countryside.

(888) 581-7768 · wineryseekers.com

History buff? Join the guided

walking tour every Saturday

to explore downtown Boise.

Learn more at preservationidaho.org.


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LODGING

where

to

stay

Boise’s vibrant downtown offers arts, culture, entertainment, outdoor

recreation, bars and restaurants all within a brief, safe walk from one of

the many downtown hotels.

After a long day of exploring you’re going to need a good night’s rest. No

problem. Whether you’re after high-class or low-key lodging, modern or

classic, big or boutique, you’ll find it in Boise.

Hotel choices range from freeway-convenient airport and suburban

options to the throwback modern vibe of boutique hotels and inns.

Whatever your style, it’s all here!

Check availability and make

reservations at boise.org.

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Downtown

1 The Anniversary Inn

40 rooms. 1575 S. Lusk Pl. (208) 387-4900

anniversaryinn.com

2 Boise Guest House

9 rooms. 614 N. 5th St. (208) 761-6798

boiseguesthouse.com

3 Courtyard by Marriott Boise Downtown

162 rooms. 222 S. Broadway Ave.

(208) 331-2700 marriott.com/boicy

4 The Grove Hotel

250 rooms. 245 S. Capitol Blvd.

(208) 333-8000 grovehotelboise.com

5 Hampton Inn & Suites Boise Downtown


(208) 331-1900 hamptoninn.com

6 Hilton Garden Inn Boise Downtown

132 rooms. 348 S. 13th. St.

(208) 342-7000 hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com/

en/hotels/idaho/hilton-garden-inn-boisedowntown-BOIDOGI/index.html

7 Home2 Suites

202 South 6th Street, Boise, Idaho

(208) 336-8277 · home2suites.com

8 Hotel 43

112 rooms. 981 W. Grove St. (208) 342-4622

hotel43.com

9 Hyatt Place

150 rooms. 1024 W. Bannock St. (208) 991-5275

boisedowntown.place.hyatt.com

10 Inn at 500

109 rooms. 500 S. Capitol Blvd. (208) 227-0500

innat500.com

11 Leku Ona Boutique Hotel

5 rooms. 117 S. 6th St. (208) 345-6665

lekuonaid.com

12 Modern Hotel

39 rooms. 1314 W. Grove St. (208) 424-8244

themodernhotel.com

13 Red Lion Hotel Downtowner

182 rooms. 1800 W. Fairview

Ave. (208) 344-7691 redlion.com

14 Residence Inn Boise Downtown City Center


(208) 424-9999 marriott.com/boird

15 Residence Inn by Marriott Boise Downtown

109 rooms. 1401 S. Lusk Ave.

(208) 344-1200 marriott.com/boiid

16 TownePlace Suites

121 rooms. 1455 S. Capitol Blvd. (208) 429-8881

marriott.com

Pets Allowed

AAA Discount

Health Club/Exercise Room

Complimentary Breakfast

= Boise CVB Strategic Partner

On-Site Restaurant

Swimming Pool

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Greater Boise

1 Best Western Airport Motor Inn

50 rooms. 2660 Airport Way

(208) 384-5000 bestwestern.com

2 Best Western Northwest Lodge

69 rooms. 6989 Federal Way


3 Best Western Vista Inn at the Airport

85 rooms. 2645 Airport Way,


4 Boise Hillside Suites Bed & Breakfast

3 rooms. 4480 N. Kitsap Way (208) 336-6502

boisehillsidesuites.com

5 Bond Street Motel Apartments

57 rooms. 1680 N. Phillippi St. (208) 322-4407

bondmotel.com

6 Candlewood Suites Boise Towne Square

84 rooms. 700 N. Cole Rd.

(208) 322-4300 candlewoodsuites.com

7 Candlewood Suites Boise/Meridian

121 rooms. 1855 S. Silverstone Way

(208) 888-5121 candlewoodsuites.com

8 Comfort Inn & Suites Boise Airport

on Elder Street

108 rooms. 3625 W. Elder St. (208) 342-1075

choicehotels.com/idaho/boise/comfortinn-hotels/id077

9 Comfort Suites Boise Airport

83 rooms. 2906 Vista Avenue (208) 472-1222

choicehotels.com

10 Cottonwood Suites Boise Riverside

111 rooms. 3031 W. Main St.

(208) 344-3521 cottonwoodboise.com

11 Country Inn & Suite Boise West

82 rooms. 3355 E. Pine Ave.

(208) 639-3300 countryinns.com/meridianid

12 Courtyard by Marriott Boise West/Meridian

145 rooms. 1789 S. Eagle Rd.

(208) 888-0800 marriott.com

13 Extended Stay America

107 rooms. 2500 S. Vista Ave. (208) 363-9040

exstay.com

14 Fairfield Inn Boise Airport

61 rooms. 3300 S. Shoshone St. (208) 331-5656

fairfield.com

15 Hampton Inn Airport

63 rooms. 3270 S. Shoshone St. (208) 331-5600

hamptoninn.com

16 Hampton Inn & Suites Boise Spectrum

133 rooms. 7499 W. Overland Rd.

(208) 323-2500 hamptoninn.com

17 Hilton Garden Inn Boise Spectrum

137 rooms. 7699 W. Spectrum St.

(208) 376-1000 boisespectrum.stayhgi.com

18 Holiday Inn Boise Airport

119 rooms. 2970 Elder St. (208) 344-7444

holidayinn.com/boiseairport

19 Holiday Inn Express Boise Airport

104 rooms. 3050 S. Shoshone St.

(208) 342-4322 hiexpress.com

20 Holiday Inn Express Boise Parkcenter

159 rooms.

475 W. Parkcenter Blvd. (208) 345-2002

holidayinnexpress.com

21 Homewood Suites by Hilton

110 rooms. 7957 W. Spectrum Way (208) 375-8500

boise.homewoodsuites.com

22 Howard Johnson

85 rooms. 8002 W. Overland Rd. (208) 322-4404

howardjohnson.com

23 Hyatt Place Boise Towne Square

127 rooms. 925 N. Milwaukee St.

(208) 375-1200 hyattplace.com

24 Inn America

73 rooms. 2275 Airport Way (208) 389-9800

innamerica.com

25 La Quinta Inn & Suites Boise Towne Square

124 rooms. 7965 W. Emerald St.

(208) 378-7000 lq.com

26 La Quinta Inn & Suites Vista

60 rooms. 2613 S. Vista Ave.

(208) 388-0800 lq.com

27 Motel 6 Boise Airport


motel6.com

28 Oxford Suites

123 rooms. 1426 S. Entertainment Ave.

(208) 322-8000 oxfordsuitesboise.com

29 Pioneer Condos at Bogus Basin

17 rooms. 1751 Bogus Basin Rd.

(208) 332-5200 pioneercondos.com

30 Quality Inn


31 Red Lion Inn & Suites Boise Airport

167 rooms. 4111 Broadway Ave.

(208) 343-7662 redlion.com/boise-airport

32 Residence Inn Boise West

104 rooms. 7303 W. Denton St. (208) 385-9000

marriott.com/boiri

33 The Riverside Hotel

303 rooms. 2900 W. Chinden Blvd. Garden City.

(208) 343-1871 riversideboise.com

34 Rodeway Inn


rodewayinnboise.com

- Simple Suites

2909 W. Elder St. • (866) 925-8676

simplesuitesboise.com

36 SpringHill Suites Boise

119 rooms. 6325 N. Cloverdale Rd. (208) 939-8266

marriott.com

37 SpringHill Suites by Marriott Boise

Parkcenter

230 rooms.

424 E. Parkcenter Blvd. (208) 342-1044

marriott.com/boidt

38 Super 8 Motel

106 rooms. 2773 Elder St. (208) 344-8871

super8.com

39 URBAN by Hotel Inn

116 rooms. 3300 Vista Ave.

(208) 343-4900 hotelinn.com

Pets Allowed

AAA Discount

Health Club/Exercise Room

Complimentary Breakfast

= Boise CVB Strategic Partner

On-Site Restaurant

Swimming Pool

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OUTDOORS

get out

&

play

In Boise, boredom is not an option. Picture this. You step outside

your hotel room in the center of town and find a 25-mile long riverside

Greenbelt path, a Ridge to Rivers trailhead leading into wild and scenic

foothills, or one of the expansive, interconnected parks lining the city.

And you can be enjoying any one of them in under five minutes. Really.

Here, outdoor pursuits exist in perfect sync with city life. In just minutes

you and your family can escape to float a river, ski, visit a museum, hike,

bike and more. Boise is no ordinary place.


Photo Credit: Daniel Gonzalez

esther simplot park

Esther Simplot Park, features

trails, docks, wetlands,

boardwalks, shelters, grassy

open areas, a playground,

bridges and restrooms.

The paths in the park total

approximately one mile

in length.

quinn’s pond

Bernardine Quinn Riverside

Park is home to the popular

22-acre Quinn’s Pond. Parking

is open on Main Street

providing access for boaters,

paddle boarders and kayakers

to Quinn’s Pond and the Boise

Whitewater Park.

boise whitewater

park

This whitewater park

provides countless opportunities

for Idaho’s families to

fish, kayak, stand-up paddle

board, surf, swim, walk, jog

and cycle.

Boise ARt Museum

The Boise Art Museum

is a vital partner in the

educational, creative,

and cultural life of our

communities as an

innovative leader in local,

regional, and national

visual arts.

Discovery Center

Discovery Center of Idaho

is Idaho’s only hands-on

science center. We provide

fun, interactive STEM

learning by bringing the

community over 150 hands

on exhibits, non-traditional

educational programming

for all ages, and a safe

space for all to explore.

zoo Boise

Zoo Boise connects our

visitors with animals

to inspire and involve

our community in the

conservation of wildlife

worldwide. Zoo Boise

programs increase public

awareness and appreciation

of wild animals and habitats,

species conservation and

the environment.


VETERANS

MEMORIAL PKWY.

VETERANS

MEMORIAL PARK

N

GARDEN CITY

THE GREENBELT

ESTHER

SIMPLOT PARK

I-184 CONNECTOR

MAIN ST.

KATHRYN

ALBERTSON PARK

FAIRVIEW AVE.

AMERICANA BLVD.

ANN MORRISON

PARK

MAIN ST.

MYRTLE ST.

CAPITOL BLVD.

JULIA DAVIS PARK

BOISE STATE

UNIVERSITY

MUNICIPAL

PARK

BROADWAY AVE.

PARKCENTER BLVD.

WARM SPRINGS

GOLF COURSE

THE BOISE RIVER

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OUTDOORS

get out

&

play

Boise is Built for families. The 25-mile Boise River Greenbelt is one of

Boise and Garden City’s most beloved features. The tree-lined pathway

follows the river through the heart of the city and provides scenic views,

wildlife habitat and pedestrian access to many of the city’s popular

riverside parks and family attractions.


rhodes skate park

Rhodes Skate Park is a

special use park located

in west downtown near

the Linen District. Local

youth helped design the

park, which features inline

skating and skateboarding.

A parkour amenity was

recently added at the park.

ANNE FRANK MEMORIAL

The Idaho Anne Frank

Human Rights Memorial is an

educational park inspired by

Anne Frank’s faith in humanity.

It is an inspirational and

contemplative site adjacent to

the Boise River Greenbelt.

MK nature center

The Idaho Fish and Game

MK Nature Center offers a

unique wildlife experience

along the Boise River

Greenbelt. The StreamWalk

and Visitor Center provide

glimpses of Idaho’s

abundant wildlife.

BOISE NATATORIUM

The Natatorium and

Hydrotube is located at

1811 Warm Springs Ave.,

behind Adams Elementary

School. It features a fun

and fast, safe water slide

with splashdown pool.

The entire family can enjoy

a large swimming pool,

diving boards, wading pool,

turfed sunning area and

concession stand.

OLD IDAHO

PENITENTiARY

The Old Idaho Penitentiary

opened its doors in 1872 to

some of the West’s most

desperate criminals. Today,

visitors can experience over

100 years of Idaho’s unique

prison history with a visit to

Solitary Confinement, cell

blocks, and the Gallows.

idaho botanical

garden

The Idaho Botanical Garden

provides a full garden

experience for all ages

that enhances community

quality of life through plant

collections, our education

programs, and our

entertainment, cultural

and community events.


VETERANS

MEMORIAL PKWY.

VETERANS

MEMORIAL PARK

N

GARDEN CITY

THE GREENBELT

ESTHER

SIMPLOT PARK

I-184 CONNECTOR

MAIN ST.

KATHRYN

ALBERTSON PARK

FAIRVIEW AVE.

AMERICANA BLVD.

ANN MORRISON

PARK

MAIN ST.

MYRTLE ST.

CAPITOL BLVD.

JULIA DAVIS PARK

BOISE STATE

UNIVERSITY

BROADWAY AVE.

MUNICIPAL

PARK

PARKCENTER BLVD.

WARM SPRINGS

GOLF COURSE

THE BOISE RIVER

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OUTDOORS

land locked

&

lovin’ it

There’s no debating it, Boise is active! When in Boise, do as the locals do: get

outside! The city’s mild, four-season climate and easy access to mountains,

rivers, lakes and more, make it a haven for those looking to explore beyond

the city.

Fishing, Hunting & More

A series of beautiful public parks parallel the river and are linked

by the 25-mile long Boise River Greenbelt system. The river and

greenbelt provide year-round recreational opportunities that

include rafting, walking, running, bicycling and fishing. Hunting

in Idaho runs the spectrum from plentiful upland game to highly

coveted trophy species.

Golf

Boise has a mild four season climate, which means golf is

accessible 10 months out of the year! In a 20 mile radius of

the Greater Boise Area, there are 20+ courses with a variety

of scenery and difficulty levels.

Hiking &

Exploring

The Boise National Forest

covers over 2,000,000

acres north of Boise.



Mountain Biking

The Ridge to Rivers Trail System snakes its way

through the foothills of Boise. With over 100

miles of trails connecting neighborhoods

and nature, it offers a relaxing trip away

from the city.

The possibilities are endless for outdoor activities. Visit these great resource websites

for information and outfitters serving the area in rafting, fishing and hunting.

Raftidaho.org | Huntingidaho.org | Fishidaho.org


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Winter

Bogus Basin has

2,600 acres of

downhill skiing.

Photos courtesy of Idaho Tourism.


OUTDOORS

Park N’ Ski

The Park N’ Ski system northeast of Idaho City

provides access to 60 miles of varied trails

for snowshoers and cross-country skiers with

some gorgeous views. You can hike into a cozy

yurt for an overnight winter adventure that

won’t soon be forgotten.

Year-Round

Sporting

Idaho Central Arena in Boise has over 5,000 seats to

accommodate screaming fans on game nights to watch

hockey, basketball, concerts and boxing matches.

Bogus Basin has

37,000 acres of Nordic trails,

snowshoe trails and tubing runs.

Open 7 days a week during the

summer allowing access

to hiking, biking, chairlift

and mountain

coaster rides.

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SPORTS

game on

There’s no denying it, Boise is a sports town. No matter the season,

sports fans can find a team to follow or a game to watch.

TOp10

Best Town for

College Football.

September 2017

Photo credit: Zilla Photography

Boise State Athletics

Idaho Steelheads

Rhodes Skatepark

Boise Hawks Baseball


The famous blue turf of our football field is

just the start of Boise State Athletics. Sure, the

consistent BCS football bowl game contenders

are always a hot ticket, but so are the many

other great BSU sports programs including

men’s and women’s basketball, gymnastics,

tennis and soccer. Find more information and

game schedules at broncosports.com.

Boise is home to the Idaho Steelheads, named

for a species of rainbow trout native to Idaho

rivers. The team, established in 1997, has been a

member of the ECHL since 2003. Matches are

hosted at the Idaho Central Arena in the heart of

downtown Boise, offering fans non-stop action

October through March.

idahosteelheads.com

Rhodes Skatepark is a 1.28-acre special use park

located in west downtown near the Linen District.

Local youth helped design the park which

features both in-line skating and skateboarding.

The park has drawn national attention for its

unique and challenging attributes.

parks.cityofboise.org

Affiliated with the Colorado Rockies, the Hawks

play at the Memorial Stadium in Garden City. A

fun atmosphere with great in-between inning

entertainment, classic stadium foods and

foothill views.

milb.com/boise

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DINING


Eat, drink and stay out late.

Boise’s food scene is diverse and

delicious with distinctly Idaho highlights.

Often using ingredients sourced from

local farms and ranches.

For endless variety in one stop, try

downtown Boise. Nearly every style of

food and attitude is on display—from

swank lounge menus to casual pub

fare to ethnic cuisines.

At night, the downtown core becomes

a full-on playground. Enjoy the active

local music scene at the many clubs

& venues featuring live entertainment.

Downtown

When it comes to variety, look

to downtown Boise. Local

favorites include farm fresh

American food, New York style

pizza and fine Italian dining.

Casual Dining

10 Barrel Brewing Co.

826 W. Bannock St.

(208) 344-5870

10barrel.com

a cafe

109 S. 10th St.

(208) 955-7970

acafeboise.com

Amsterdam Lounge

609 W. Main St. (208) 345-9515

boisesbestbars.com/

amsterdam

Bacon

121 N. 9th St. (208) 387-3553

baconboise.com

Bar Gernika

202 S. Capitol Blvd.

(208) 344-2175

bargernika.com

Bardenay Restaurant

& Distillery

610 W. Grove St.

(208) 426-0538

bardenay.com

let’s eat

From Grapevines to Hops.

Beverages abound in this urban oasis.

Step aside, potatoes...make way for

wine and craft libations.

The rich volcanic soil of the Snake River

Valley, paired with a mild four-season

climate, results in distinctive, awardwinning

vintages that rival the best of

surrounding states.

And there’s no shortage of craft

brewery options in Boise. Take a tour of

the brewing process, sample great beer

and finish your tour with a distinct meal

full of local flavors.

The Basque Market

608 W. Grove St.

(208) 433-1208

thebasquemarket.com

Bei Lounge

315 N 9th St.

(208) 342-9449

beilounge.com

Bittercreek Ale House

246 N. 8th St.

(208) 429-6340

bcrfl.com/bittercreek

Boise Fry Company

204 N. Capitol Blvd.

(208) 949-7523

boisefrycompany.com

The Bridge Café

123 N. 6th St.

(208) 345-5526

Buffalo Wild Wings Boise

777 W. Main St., #130

(208) 429-6355

buffalowildwings.com

Calle 75 Street Tacos

110 N 11th St.

(208) 336-2511

calle75tacos.com

Chicago Connection

310 N. 4th St.

(208) 342-3434

chicagoconnection.com

El Gallo Giro

615 W. Main St.

(208) 488-4757

gallogiroboise.com

Eureka!

800 W. Idaho St.

(208) 286-4410

eurekarestaurantgroup.com

Even Stevens

Sandwich Shop

815 W. Bannock St.

(208) 343-4018

evenstevens.com

Five Guys Burgers & Fries

321 S. 8th St.

(208) 429-8776

fiveguys.com

Flatbread Neapolitan Pizzeria

800 W. Main St., Ste. 230

(208) 287-4757

flatbreadpizza.com

Fork

199 N. 8th St.

(208) 287-1700

boisefork.com

Front Door

105 S. 6th St

(208) 287-9201

thefrontdoorboise.com

Goldy’s Breakfast Bistro


(208) 345-4100

goldysbreakfastbistro.com

The Gyro Shack

777 W. Main St., #115

(208) 918-0004

thegyroshack.com

Java Coffee & Cafè

223 N. 6th, #110

(208) 345-0777

javabowlofsoul.com

Jersey Mike’s Subs

1624 S. Broadway Ave

(208) 629-5465

jerseymikes.com

Juniper

211 N. 8th St. · (208) 342-1142

juniperon8th.com

Leku Ona

117 S. 6th St.

(208) 345-6665

lekuonaid.com

Lemon Tree Co.

224 N 10th St.

(208) 343-6167

lemontreeboise.com

TOp3

Up-and-Coming Culinary

Destinations to Visit

in the West.

U.S. News August 2017

Life’s Kitchen


(208) 331-0199

lifeskitchen.org

Little Pearl Oyster Bar

160 N 8th St.

littlepearlboise.com

Lucky Fins

801 W. Main St.

(208) 888-3467

luckyfinsgrill.com

MADRE

1034 S La Pointe St.

(208) 432-1100

madrerestaurant.net

Mai Thai Restaurant & Bar

750 W. Idaho St.

(208) 344-8424

maithaigroup.com

Main Street Deli

904 W. Main St.

(208) 386-3354

mainstreetdeliboise.com

Manfred’s

1114 W. Front St., Suite B

(208) 343-7202

manfredscatering.com

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DINING


Matador

215 N. 8th St.

(208) 342-9988

matadorrestaurants.com/

mexican-food-boise

Meraki Greek Street Food

345 S. 8th St.

(208) 639-1693

merakigsf.com

The Modern Hotel & Bar

1314 W. Grove St.

(208) 424-8224

themodernhotel.com

Moon’s Kitchen Cafè

712 W. Idaho St.

(208) 385-0472

Prefunk Craft Beer Bar

1100 W. Front St.

(208) 331-3865

prefunkbeerbar.com

Red Feather Lounge

246 N. 8th St.

(208) 429-6340

bcrfl.com/redfeather

Reef

105 S. 6th St.

(208) 287-9200

reefboise.com

Rooster’s Eatery & Catering

720 Park Blvd., #101

(208) 336-9300

roosterseateryboise.com

Saint Lawrence Gridiron

705 W. Bannock St.

(208) 433-5598

saintlawrencegridiron.com

Smoke & Thyme

701 W. Fulton St.

(208) 420-7656

Solid Grill & Bar

405 S. 8th St #100

(208) 345-66201

solidboise.com

Taphouse

760 W. Main St

(208) 336-6991

taphouseboise.com

The Stonehouse

709 E. Parkcenter Blvd.

(208) 345-6790

stonehouseindaho.com

Tin Roof Tacos

115 S. Broadway Ave.

(208) 336-6461

tinrooftacos.com

Tropical Smoothie Cafè

777 W. Main St., #120

(208) 345-6138

tropicalsmoothiecafe.com

Tupelo Honey

150 N 8th St #200

(208) 803-6721

tupelohoneycafe.com

Waffle Me Up

204 N. Capitol Blvd.

(208) 412-7253

wafflemeup.com

Wild Root Café & Market

276 N. 8th St.

(208) 856-8956

wildrootcafe.com

The Wylder

501 W. Broad St.

(208) 209-3837

thewylderboise.com

Zee’s Rooftop Café

The Penthouse at

CW Moore Plaza

250 S. 5th St. · (208) 381-0034

zeechristopher.com/

zees-rooftop-cafe

Zeppole

217 N. 8th St.

(208) 345-2149

zeppolebakery.com

Coffee/Specialty

A’Tavola Gourmet

Marketplace

1515 W. Grove St.

(208) 336-3641

atavolaboise.com

Alia’s Coffee House

908 W. Main St.

(208) 338-1299

Dawson Taylor Coffee

219 N. 8th St.

(208) 336-5633

dawsontaylor.com

The District Coffee House

219 N. 10th St.

(208) 343-1089

districtcoffeehouse.com

Flying M Coffeehouse

500 W. Idaho St.

(208) 345-4320

flyingmcoffee.com

Goldy’s Corner

625 W. Main St.

(208) 433-3934

goldyscorner.com

Guru Donuts

928 W. Main St., #100

(208) 571-7792

gurudonuts.com

Java Coffee & Cafè

223 N. 6th, #110

(208) 345-0777

javabowlofsoul.com

Neckar Coffee

117 S. 10th St

neckarcoffee.com

Slow by Slow

405 S. 8th St., #155

slowbyslow.com

The Stil

786 W. Broad St.

(208) 953-7007

ilovethestil.com

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DINING

Fine Dining

Àlavita

807 W. Idaho St.

(208) 780-1100

alavitaboise.com

Anthony’s

959 W. Front St.

instagram.com/anthonysboise

Bonefish Grill

855 W. Broad St.

(208) 433-1234

bonefishgrill.com

The Brickyard

601 Main St.

(208) 287-2121

brickyardboise.com

Capitol Cellars

110 S. 5th St.

(208) 344-9463

capitolcellarsllc.com

Chandler’s Steakhouse

981 W. Grove St.

(208) 383-4300

chandlersboise.com

Cottonwood Grille

913 W. River St.

(208) 333-9800

cottonwoodgrille.com

Lock, Stock & Barrel

1100 W. Jefferson St.

(208) 336-4266

lsbboise.com

The Melting Pot

200 N. 6th St.

(208) 343-8800

meltingpot.com/boise-id

Owyhee Tavern Steaks & Sea

1109 Main St.

(208) 639-0440

owyheetavern.com

Richard’s


(208) 472-1463

richardsboise.com

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

800 W. Main St.

(208) 426-8000

ruthschrisprime.com

Trillium

245 S Capitol Blvd.

(208) 333-8002

trilliumboise.com

Get a taste of Boise. You’ll be back for more!

Visit boise.org for more dining ideas.



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DINING

North End &

Hyde Park

Anchored by historic Hyde

Park, the North End blends

neighborhood charm with

some of the best patio dining

in the city of Boise.

Casual Dining

13th St. Pub & Grill

1520 N. 13th St.

(208) 639-8888

13pubandgrill.com

Certified Kitchen + Bakery :

1511 N 13th St.

(208) 331-0313

certifiedboise.com

Fanci Freeze

1402 W. State St.

(208) 429-1400

fancifreez.com

The Hyde House

1607 N. 13th St.

(208) 387-4933

hydehouseboise.com

Hyde Park Pub

1501-B N. 13th St.

(208) 336-9260

harryshydepark.com

O’Michael’s Pub & Grill

2433 Bogus Basin Rd.

(208) 342-8948

omichaelspub.com

Parilla Grill

1512 N. 13th St.

(208) 323-4688

parillagrillhydepark.com

Coffee/Specialty

Hyde Perk Coffee House

1507 N. 13th St.

(208) 345-2046

hydeperkboise.com

Janjou Pâtisserie

1754 W. State St.

(208) 297-5853

janjou.com

East Boise

With some of the best

features in the city like the

Boise River and the sunny

Boise Greenbelt, Southeast

Boise also offers up some

of the best fare. Whether in

Bown Crossing or off of

Broadway Ave., there’s

something for everyone.

Casual Dining

Boise Fry Company

3083 S. Bown Way

(208) 965-1551

boisefrycompany.com

Cafe Rio

980 Broadway Ave.

(208) 867-1918

caferio.com

Flatbread Neapolitan

Pizzeria

3139 S. Bown Rd.

(208) 343-4177

flatbreadpizza.com

Idaho Pizza Company

1677 Broadway Ave.

(208) 343-1011

idahopizzacompany.com

Locavore

3110 S. Bown Way

(208)338-8887

locavoreboise.com

Tavern at Bown Crossing

3111 S. Bown Way

(208) 345-2277

tavernatbown.com

The Ram Restaurant

& Brewery

709 E. Park Blvd.

(208) 345-2929

theram.com

Zeppole

2345 S. Apple St.

(208) 338-1499

zeppolebakery.com

Fine Dining

Barbacoa

276 Bobwhite Ct.

(208) 338-5000

barbacoa-boise.com

The Bench

One of Boise’s oldest

residential areas, the Bench

is conveniently located just

minutes from downtown,

Bronco Stadium and the

Boise Airport.

Casual Dining

Andrade’s

4903 W. Overland Rd.

(208) 344-1234

andraderestaurante.

restaurantwebexpert.com

Big Jud’s

1289 Protest Ave.

(208) 343-4439

bigjudsboise.com

Chiang Mai Thai

4898 Emerald St.

(208) 342-4051

chiangmaihousethaiboise.com

Chicago Connection

7070 Fairview Ave.

(208) 377-5551


Das Alpenhaus Delikatessen

1340 S. Vista Ave.

(208) 426-0773

alpenhausdelillc.com

Luciano’s

11 N. Orchard St.

(208) 577-6415

lucianosboise.com

Red Bench Pizza

1204 S. Vista Ave.

(208) 344-6600

redbenchpizza.com

Tango’s Empanadas

701 N. Orchard St.

(208) 322-3090

tango-empanadas.com


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DINING


Greater Boise

With a large collection of

restaurants within a few

square miles, there’s no

shortage of selection. The

Boise Spectrum and the Boise

Towne Square Mall offer a

large variety of restaurants

that are sure to cover your

cravings. Here is a sampling.

Casual Dining

Baja Fresh

992 N. Milwaukee St.

(208) 327-0099

bajafresh.com

Bardenay

155 E. Riverside Dr.

(208) 938-5893

bardenay.com

Big Al’s

1900 N. Eagle Rd.

(208) 780-6118

ilovebigals.com/meridian

Black Bear Diner

1731 S. Entertainment Ave.

(208) 322-1888

blackbeardiner.com

Boise Bistro Market

6103 W. Fairview Ave.

(208) 377-8664

boisebistromarket.com

The Chef’s Hut

164 S. Cole Rd.

(208) 376-3125

chefshut.com

The Creperie Café

7709 W. Overland Rd., #130

(208) 375-2737

thecreperiecafe.com

Chicago Connection

7072 S. Eisenman Rd.

(208) 388-8888


CK Hawaiian BBQ


(208) 376-4380

ckhawaiianbbq.com

Café Olé

210 N. Milwaukee

(208) 322-0222

cafeole.com

Dave & Buster’s

546 N. Milwaukee St.

(208) 901-3800

daveandbusters.com

El Gallo Giro

5285 N. Glenwood St.

(208) 321-0355

elgallogiroboise.com

El Tenampa

7802 W. Spectrum St.

(208) 375-8044

eltenampamexican

cuisine.com

Frugals Nampa

704 12th Ave.

(406) 461-9143

frugalburger.com

Guang Zhou

Chinese Restaurant


(208) 378-5888

guangzhou.com

The Gyro Shack

5602 W. State St.

(208) 853-2684

thegyroshack.com

Jersey Mikes Subs

7610 W. State St., #102A

(208) 853-2350

jerseymikes.com

Legends Pub & Grill


(208) 377-1819

legendspubandgrill.com/

legpub

Longhorn Steakhouse

7997 W. Franklin Rd.

(208) 375-9398

longhornsteakhouse.com

Mad Mac


(801) 900-3868

facebook.com/madmactruck

San Francisco

Sourdough Eatery

8073 W. Emerald St.

(208) 378-8866

sfsourdougheatery.com

Tucanos Brazilian Grill

1388 S. Entertainment Ave.

(208) 343-4300

tucanos.com

Garden city

Casual Dining

Caffe Luciano’s

3588 N Prospect Way.

(208) 577-6010

caffelucianos.com

El Gallo Giro

5285 Glenwood St.

(208) 321-0355

gallogiroboise.com

Joe’s Crab Shack

2288 N Garden St.

(208) 336-9370

joescrabshack.com

Sandbar Patio Bar & Grill

2900 W Chinden Blvd.

(208) 343-1871

riversideboise.com/feast/

sandbar-patio-grill/

The Stagecoach

3132 W. Chinden Blvd.

(208) 342-4161

stagecoachidaho.com

Gather. Eat. Make friends!

Visit boise.org for more dining ideas.


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breweries

breweries

offering countless brewery choices in Boise and just outside the city, too.

TOp8

Expedia List of Best Beer

Counties in the U.S.

(Ada County)

Growing at a rapid rate,

the Boise area boasts

over 26 breweries.

January 2018


DINING

Up and coming. That’s one way to describe Boise’s brewery scene. Along

with Boise’s culinary scene, the brewery vibe is as present as ever. Recently,

compared to other favorable Northwest cities, we take the notoriety for

The area is now home to over 20 breweries, which includes the state’s

largest craft brewer, Payette Brewing. You can fill a few days just touring

each one’s uniqueness!

Go it alone in the downtown core which hosts a mix of taphouses, or

utilize Boise Beer Buddies to connect with other craft beer enthusiasts and

learn about local beer events. Sit back and relax and let Boise Brews Cruise

chauffeur your tour. Learn more at brewscruise.com.

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LOCUST GROVE RD.

EAGLE RD.

CLOVERDALE RD.

FIVE MILE RD.

MAPLE GROVE RD.

BROADWAY AVE.

VISTA AVE.

COLE RD.

CURTIS RD.

ORCHARD ST.

ROOSEVELT ST.

LATAH ST.

13 th ST.

HARRISON BLVD.

EAGLE RD.

CLOVERDALE RD.

FIVE MILE RD.

MAPLE GROVE RD.

36 th ST.

GLENWOOD ST.

COLLISTER DR.

VE.

DINING


Boise

1 10 Barrel Brewing

826 W. Bannock St.

(208) 344-5870

10barrel.com

2 Barbarian Brewing

Downtown Tap Room

1022 W. Main St.

(208) 387-2739

boisebrewing.com

LINDER RD.

MERIDIAN RD.

3 Bear Island Brewing

1620 N Liberty St

(208) 908-2496

bearislandbrewing.com

4 Boise Brewing

521 W. Broad St.

(208) 342-7655

boisebrewing.com

5 Clairvoyant Brewing

2800 W. Idaho St.

(208) 996-0095

clairvoyantbrewing.com

6 Cloud 9 Brewery

1750 W. State St.

(208) 336-0681

cloud9brewery.com

7 Craft Brewers

420 N Orchard St.

(208) 424-5159

craftbrewersofboise.com

8 Edge Brewing

525 N. Steelhead Way

(208) 995-2979

edgebrew.com

MERIDIAN RD.

9 Edge Brewing Pub

205 N 10th St. · (208) 972-5900

edgebrew.com

10 Highlands Hollow

Brewhouse

2455 N. Harrison Hollow Ln.

(208) 343-6820

highlandshollow.com

11 Hops & Bottles

1420 W. Grove St., #1

(208) 345-6470

hopsandbottles.com

12 Lost Grove Brewing

1026 S. LaPointe St.

(208) 286-2258

lostgrovebrewing.com

8th STREET N.

13 Mad Swede Brewing

2772 S. Cole Rd.

(208) 922-6883

madswedebrewing.com

FRANKLIN RD.

LOCUST GROVE RD.

CHINDEN BLVD.

14 Payette Brewing

733 S. Pioneer St.

(208) 344-0011

payettebrewing.com

15 Sockeye Grill & Brewery

12542 W Fairview Ave.

(208) 322-5200

sockeyebrew.com

16 Spring Creek Brewery

18651 N Streams Edge Way

(208) 922-7455

springcreekbrewing.com

17 White Dog Brewing

705 W. Fulton St.

(208) 906-0609

whitedogbrewing.com

18 Woodland Empire

1114 W. Front St.

(208) 426-0510

woodlandempire.com

Garden City

19 Barbarian Brewing

5270 Chinden Blvd.

(208) 387-2739

barbarianbrewing.com

20 Loose Screw Beer Co.

4340 Chinden Blvd.

(208) 629-5623

loosescrew.beer

OVERLAND RD.

21 County Line Brewing

9115 W. Chinden Blvd., #107

(208) 830-2456

countylinebrewing.com

22 Crooked Fence Brewing

5220 N. Sawyer Ave.

(208) 375-7907

crookedfencebrewing.com

23 Powderhaus Brewing


(208) 376-4026

powderhausbrewing.com

24 Western Collective

111 W 33rd St. · (208) 999-0101

westerncollective.beer

Nampa

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25 Crescent Brewery

1521 Front St.

(208) 461-3148

crescentbeer.com

26 Mother Earth Brewing

1428 Madison Ave.

(760) 295-3074

motherearthbrewco.com

BOISE RIVER

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McMILLAN RD.

USTICK RD.

FAIRVIEW AVE.

FRANKLIN RD.

OVERLAND RD.

VICTORY RD.

AMITY RD.

LAKE HAZEL RD.

16

W. GODDARD RD.

8

10 miles north

(15 min. drive)

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MADISON AVE.

FRONT ST.

13

15th AVENUE S.

1st STREET S.

19

CHINDEN BLVD.

FRONT ST.

22

nampa

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garden city

VETERANS

MEMORIAL PKWY.

EMERALD ST.

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Valley Brewery Map

STATE ST.

HILL RD.

MAIN ST.

FAIRVIEW AVE.

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BOISE AIRPORT

ROSE HILL ST.

KOOTENAI ST.

OVERLAND RD.

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CAPITOL BLVD.

3rd AVENUE N.

GOWEN RD.

nampa

BOGUS BASIN RD.

STATE ST.

MAIN ST.

FRONT ST.

MYRTLE ST.

BOISE

BEACON ST.

FEDERAL WAY

N. FRANKLIN BLVD.

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Over 30 wineries within

32 miles of Boise.


DINING

wineries

With the first grapes planted in Idaho in 1864, our state is in many ways just

in its infancy of wine history, but the growing industry is becoming more

well-known through the country. From a pure geographical standpoint,

area vintners insist Idaho offers ideal growing conditions. A combination

of cold nights and hot days serves the balance needed for both the

acids and sugars. Hosting this ideal mix of temperature, water and soil

conditions, Idaho’s wine industry has been steadily growing the last 30

years, especially with remarkable growth this past decade, adding over 11

new wineries since 2002.

With no shortage of options, Idaho boasts over 60 wineries throughout

the state and endless winery experiences in and around Boise. Visit

idahowines.org for more information.

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BROADWAY AVE.

VISTA AVE.

COLE RD.

CURTIS RD.

ORCHARD ST.

ROOSEVELT ST.

LATAH ST.

13 th ST.

FIVE MILE RD.

MAPLE GROVE RD.

GLENWOOD ST.

HORSESHOE BEND RD.

LOCUST GROVE RD.

ROADWAY AVE.

VISTA AVE.

COLE RD.

CURTIS RD.

ORCHARD ST.

ROOSEVELT ST.

LATAH ST.

13 th ST.

HARRISON BLVD.

HARRISON BLVD.

EAGLE RD.

CLOVERDALE RD.

FIVE MILE RD.

MAPLE GROVE RD.

36 th ST.

36 th ST.

GLENWOOD ST.

COLLISTER DR.

COLLISTER DR.

EAGLE RD.

HWY. 55

HORSESHOE BEND RD.

DINING


Boise

1 Coiled Wine Bar

813 W. Bannock St.

(208) 820-8466

coiledwines.com

2 Meriwether Cider House

224 N 9th S.

(208) 972-6725

meriwethercider.com

LINDER RD. LINDER RD.

3 SCORIA Vineyard Lounge

111 S. 10th St. · (208) 550-2472

scoriavineyards.com

Garden City

BOISE RIVER

McMILLAN RD.

USTICK RD.

FAIRVIEW AVE.

FRANKLIN RD.

OVERLAND RD.

HILL RD.

4 Cinder Wines

107 E. 44th St.

(208) 376 4023

cinderwines.com

8

STATE ST.

W. GODDARD RD.

MERIDIAN RD.

MERIDIAN RD.

12

9

FRANKLIN RD.

6

7

meridian

5 Coiled Wines


(208) 820-8466

coiledwines.com

6 Frenchman’s Gulch Winery

/ The Gulch Wine Room

5226 W Chinden Blvd.

(208) 721-0588

CHINDEN BLVD.

LOCUST GROVE RD.

BEACON LIGHT RD.

7 Meriwether Cider


(208) 927-6725

meriwethercider.com

FLOATING FEATHER RD.

CHINDEN BLVD.

OVERLAND RD.

STATE ST.

8 Par Terre Winery

9165 W. Chinden Blvd., #107

(408) 529-1259

parterrewinery.com

Garden City

4

10

VETERANS

MEMORIAL PKWY.

Valley winery Map

5

11

EMERALD ST.

STATE ST.

9 Potter Wines

505 E. 43rd St.

(208) 866-7765

jalapenowine.com

10 Split Rail Winery

4338 Chinden Blvd.

(208) 490-0681

splitrailwines.com

11 Telaya Wine

240 E. 32nd St.

(208) 557-9463

telayawine.com

Meridian

12 Terra Nativa Vineyards

136 E. Idaho Ave., #102

(208) 345-2421

STATE ST.

HILL RD.

MAIN ST.

FAIRVIEW AVE.

AMERICANA BLVD.

ROSE HILL ST.

KOOTENAI ST.

OVERLAND RD.

N

CAPITOL BLVD.

BOISE RIVER

BOGUS BASIN RD.

McMILLAN RD.

USTICK RD.

boise

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STATE ST.

MAIN ST.

FRONT ST.

MYRTLE ST.

FAIRVIEW AVE.

FRANKLIN RD.

BEACON ST.

OVERLAND RD.

FEDERAL WAY

HILL RD.

W. GODDARD RD.

Want more

wonderful wine options?

Visit Idaho’s very own wine

country, just 30 minutes

outside of Boise.

Learn more at

idahowines.org.

CHINDEN BLVD.

BOISE RIVER

BOISE AVE.

VETERANS

MEMORIAL PKWY.

WARM SPRINGS AVE.

EMERALD ST.

STATE ST.

HILL RD.

MAIN ST.

FAIRVIEW AVE.

AMERICANA BLVD.

ROSE HILL ST.

KOOTENAI ST.

OVERLAND RD.

CAPITOL BLVD.

BOGUS BASIN RD.

STATE ST.

MAIN ST.

FRONT ST.

MYRTLE ST.

BEACON ST.

FEDERAL WAY

BOISE RIVER

VICTORY RD.

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VICTORY RD.

PARKCENTE

BOISE AVE.

WARM SPRINGS AVE.

PARKCENT

ATTRACTIONS

things to do

on Expedia’s List of

North America’s

Coolest Downtowns.

February 2018

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The scope and depth of Boise’s vast array of activities take many first-time

visitors by surprise. After all, few mid-sized cities can match either in quantity

or in vibrancy Boise’s cultural opportunities. Venturing inside or out, there’s

something for everyone. Check boise.org for more!

Arts & Culture

Abraham Lincoln Exhibit

Lincoln’s Legacy in Idaho exhibition at the Idaho

State Archives features over 200 artifacts and

documents that reveal the connections between

the 16th President and the 43rd state.

2205 Old Penitentiary Rd., Boise, (208) 344-2620

history.idaho.gov/abraham-lincoln-exhibit

Ballet Idaho

Ballet Idaho has been performing in Idaho since

1972. They offer a full-season of 20 performances

from November through May.

501 S. 8th St., Boise., (208) 343-0556

balletidaho.org

Basque Museum and Cultural Center

Original Basque boarding house. Exhibits show

the Basque culture’s impact on Idaho.

611 Grove St., Boise, (208) 343-2671

basquemuseum.com

Boise Art Museum

Idaho’s only accredited museum collecting fine

art in Idaho and featuring education programs

and special events.

670 Julia Davis Dr., Boise, (208) 345-8330

boiseartmuseum.com

Boise Contemporary Theatre

Boise Contemporary Theatre is a nationallyrecognized

originator of great new plays with a

welcoming production and education facility in

the heart of Boise’s Cultural District.

854 Fulton St, Boise, (208) 331-9224 bctheater.org

Boise Little Theater

Boise Little Theater is an all-volunteer, non-profit

organization with an unwavering dedication to

amateur theatrical quality. For over 65 years they

have produced plays in all genres, making them

one of the longest-running community theatres

in America.

100 E. Fort St., Boise, (208) 345-5104

boiselittletheater.org

Egyptian Theatre

Boise’s premiere historical theatre is home

to a variety of events from movie screenings to

concerts, comedians, documentaries and more!

700 Main St., Boise, (208) 387-1273

egyptiantheatre.net

The Flicks Theatre

This theater features independent, foreign and

art films, including the best of Hollywood movies.

Along with four viewing screens, they have a lobby

cafe, a meeting room, a patio and DVD rentals.

646 Fulton St., Boise, (208) 342-4288

theflicksboise.com

Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial

Consists of two reflecting ponds, three waterfalls,

a reading circle, an amphitheater and a life-size

bronze sculpture of Anne Frank.

770 S. 8th St., Boise, (208) 345-0304

idaho-humanrights.org

Idaho Dance Theatre

Idaho Dance Theatre is a non-profit corporation

that creates, performs and teaches dance so that

Idaho Communities can experience dance.

Boise, (208) 331-9592 idahodancetheatre.org

Idaho Black History Museum

A showplace of historical photos, crafts and

other artifacts reflecting black culture in Idaho’s

diverse heritage.

508 Julia Davis Dr., Boise, (208) 789-2164 ibhm.org

Idaho Museum of Military History

The museum features Idaho naval history, the

development of Gowen Field and the General

Patch Collection of WWI.

4692 W. Harvard St., Boise, (208) 272-4841

museum.mil.idaho.gov

Idaho Museum of Mining and Geology

Historical artifacts and photographs of early Idaho

mining days as well as exhibits depicting the state’s

varied and spectacular geographical features.


idahomuseum.org

Idaho Shakespeare Festival

The festival’s mission is to produce great theater

and education. To realize this mission, the

Festival seeks to develop an artistic home for theater

artists, educate through a range of programs and

illuminate human nature and our rich

cultural heritage.

5657 Warm Springs Ave., Boise, (208) 336-9221

idaho.shakespeare.org

Idaho State Museum

Idaho’s story from prehistoric time through

pioneer settlement. Includes Native American,

Basque and Chinese history.

610 N. Julia Davis Dr., Boise, (208) 334-2120

history.idaho.gov

James Castle House

Houses take on a central role in James Castle’s

art, perhaps because the three he lived in over

the course of his life dominated his physical

relationship to the world.

5015 Eugene St., Boise, (208) 336-6610

jamescastlehouse.org

LED Dance Group

LED combines contempory dance, original music

and film into breathtaking cinematic experience.

1737 S. Broadway Ave., Boise ledboise.com

Ming Studios

Ming Studios is a contemporary art center

and international artist in residency program.

Programs include workshops, cultural activities,

performances, readings, screenings and lectures.

420 S. 6th St., Boise, (208) 927-9028

mingstudios.com


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ATTRACTIONS


Morrison Center for the Performing Arts

Today the center is recognized as a major

destination for arts and culture, hosting hundreds

of live entertainment and arts education offerings

annually that serve to enrich the lives of patrons

of all ages.

1920 University Dr., Boise, (208) 426-1609

mc.boisestate.edu

NfiniT Gallery

NfiniT Gallery, founded June 2012 was formed to

allow local artists to showcase their work free of

superficial barriers.

405 S. 8th St. Suite 131, Boise, (208) 371-0586

nfinitartgallery.com

Outlaw Field Summer Concert Series

The Boise Botanical Garden brings another

outstanding Outlaw Field summer concert

season featuring the nation’s best musical

artists to the Treasure Valley.

2355 Old Penitentiary Road, Boise, (208) 343-8649

idahobotanicalgarden.org/outlaw-fieldsummer-concerts

Stage Coach Theatre

This theater produces live plays from all genres

including comedies, dramas and musicals.

4802 W. Emerald St., Boise, (208) 342-2000

stagecoachtheatre.com

Starlight Mountain Theatre

The mission of Starlight Mountain Theatre is to

make a positive, lasting impact on the families of

the Treasure Valley by producing high-quality,

family-friendly entertainment.

850 S. Middlefork Rd., Garden Valley

(208) 462-5523 starlightmt.com

Treasure Valley Children’s Theater

We believe theater arts programs have a powerful

impact on the health and success of a community.

Join us at one of our many performances,

workshops or camps.

703 N. Main St., Meridian, (208) 287-8828

treasurevalleychildrenstheater.com

Warhawk Air Museum

A WWII history experience with exhibits on

aviation history from the advent of flight to the

space age.

201 Municipal Dr., Nampa Airport

(208) 465-6446 warhawkairmuseum.org

Family Fun

Aquarium of Boise

Home to over 250 different species of animals and

marine life, including sharks, manta rays, puffins

and sea turtles.

64 N. Cole Rd., Boise

(208) 375-1932 aquariumofboise.org

Bogus Basin Mountain

Bogus Basin is a multi-season destination just 16

miles from Boise. In the winter there are 2,600

acres of skiable terrain, tubing, nordic skiing, and

snowshoeing. A gravity driven mountain coaster

operates year round. And in warmer months

guests can enjoy biking, hiking, chairlift rides,

gold panning, music and summer tubing.

2405 Bogus Basin Rd., Boise, (208) 332-5100

(800) 367-4397, Snow Report (208) 342-2100

bogusbasin.org

Boise Public Library

The Library has an incredible number of books,

movies and music for patrons to check out! The

Library also offers events and classes for all ages.

715 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise, (208) 972-8200

boisepubliclibrary.org

Boise Watershed Environmental

Education Center

The center promotes water stewardship through

high-tech, hands-on exhibits. Located at West

Boise Wastewater Treatment Facility, the LEEDcertified

building also features a library, a theatre/

community room and amazing artwork.

11818 W. Joplin Rd., Boise, (208) 608-7300

bee.cityofboise.org/watershed

Cascade Raft and Kayak

Offering a variety of whitewater rafting trips

from mellow half-day river floats to a full day of

whitewater thrills, Cascade Raft offers the best

Idaho rafting experience on the Payette River.

7050 Highway 55, Horseshoe Bend

(208) 793-2221 cascaderaft.com

Discovery Center

Interactive, hands-on exhibits and educational

programs that make STEM (science, technology,

engineering and math) learning exciting and tangible

for people of all ages and from all walks of life.

131 W. Myrtle St., Boise, (208) 343-9895

dcidaho.org

Idaho Botanical Garden

A living museum featuring native and exotic plants,

theme gardens, education programs and events.


idahobotanicalgarden.org

Idaho Ice World

Figure skating, hockey and public skating sessions.

7072 S. Eisenman Rd., Boise, (208) 608-7716

idahoiceworld.com

Idaho State Capitol

A smaller version of the nation’s capitol and the

only statehouse heated geothermally.

700 W. Jefferson St., Boise, (208) 332-1013

capitolcommission.idaho.gov

JUMP

Jack’s Urban Meeting Place is a not-for-profit,

interactive creative center and community

gathering place in the heart of downtown Boise.

1000 W. Myrtle St., Boise, (208) 639-6610

jumpboise.org

MK Nature Center

Discover the underwater world of a living river

through viewing windows.

600 S. Walnut St., Boise, (208) 334-2225

fishandgame.idaho.gov/cms/education/mknc

Old Idaho Penitentiary

Over 13,000 prisoners did their time here between

1870 and 1973. One of only three territorial prison

museums available to tour in the United States.


history.idaho.gov

Roaring Springs Waterpark

The Northwest’s largest waterpark with a wave

pool, two family raft rides, float river, tube slides,

kiddie play area and more.

400 W. Overland Rd., Meridian, (208) 884-8842

roaringsprings.com



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ATTRACTIONS

Wahooz Family Fun Zone and

PINZ Bowling Center

Wahooz is the area’s largest indoor family

entertainment space at over 70,000 square feet.

The facility includes amusement park rides,

a three story high ropes course, a climbing wall,

a four level play structure with foam balls, bumper

cars, a lazer maze and more.

1385 S. Blue Marlin Ln., Meridian, (208) 898-0900

wahoozfunzone.com

World Center for Birds of Prey

Daily tours and live bird presentations provide

visitors an up-close and unforgettable encounter

with birds of prey. The experience includes tours

of the Archives of Falconry, a California Condor

exhibit, an interpretive trail with a fantastic view

of Boise, interactive exhibits and outdoor flight

shows in the fall.

5668 W. Flying Hawk Ln., Boise, (208) 362-8687

peregrinefund.org

Zoo Boise

Come see more than 175 animals including tigers,

monkeys, lions, zebras, giraffes and penguins.

Music

Boise Baroque

The Boise Baroque Orchestra was formed in 2003,

with the goal of bringing the best of the baroque

and classical repertoire to the Treasure Valley.

1020 W. Main St., Suite 311, Boise, (208) 297-3182

boisebaroque.org

Boise Master Chorale

The Boise Philharmonic Master Chorale is an

auditioned chorus of more than 100 singer volunteers.

Boise, (208) 344-7901

boisephil.org/about/masterchoral

Boise Philharmonic

The Boise Philharmonic is Idaho’s largest and

oldest performing arts organization. They

perform fourteen Masterworks concerts per

season, with repertoire from the most well-known

classical and contemporary composers, while

also commissioning new works.

516 S. 9th St., Boise, (208) 344-7849

boisephilharmonic.org

shopping

Boise Farmer’s Market

The Boise Farmer’s Market runs every Saturday,

April through December from 9am-1pm. The

market supports a regenerative, healthy food

and agricultural system by operating a vibrant

marketplace featuring locally grown products.

1080 W. Front St., Boise, (208) 345-9287

theboisefarmersmarket.com

Boise Towne Square

Indulge in brands you love at the best shopping

mall in Boise.

350 N. Milwaukee St., Boise, (208) 378-4400

boisetownesquare.com

34th St. Market

Formerly the Capital City Public Market — Enjoy the

bountiful harvest of fruits, vegetables & specialty

products available for purchase. Wednesdays

5:00pm-8:00pm, and Saturdays 9:30am-1:30pm.

303 E. 34th St. Garden City, ID. (208) 345-3499

capitalcitypublicmarket.com

The Village at Meridian

Specialty and apparel shops, state-of-the-art

cinema, enviable restaurants and a one-acre park

with children’s play area.

3600 E. Fairview Ave., Meridian, (208) 888-1701

thevillageatmeridian.com

Hyde Park

The Hyde Park Historic District, is a section of the

North End neighborhood known for its several

popular eateries and locally owned specialty

shops. Located on North 13th Street a few blocks

north of Downtown Boise, the Hyde Park Historic

District was added to the National Register of

Historic Places in 1982.

N. 13th St. between Alturas and Brumback, Boise,

Boise Spectrum Center

Spectrum Center celebrates Boise’s roots and

proud heritage. Enjoy the summer concert series

and fun events throughout the year while having a

variety of dining options.

7709 W Overland Rd, Boise, (208) 938-2898

boisespectrumcenter.com

355 N. Julia Davis Dr., Boise, (208) 608-7760

zooboise.org

Knitting Factory Concert House

The Knitting Factory was founded in 1987 and

over the years has grown into Knitting Factory

Entertainment, bringing great live music to Boise.

416 S. 9th St., Boise, (208) 367-1212

bo.knittingfactory.com

Downtown Boise

Your resource for all things Boise: downtown

shopping, family fun and arts and culture.

101 S. Capitol Blvd. #203, Boise, (280) 385-7300

downtownboise.org


Opera Idaho

Opera Idaho has a mission to promote

appreciation and enjoyment of opera and

related art forms.

513 S. 8th St., Boise, (208) 345-3531

operaidaho.org

Revolution Concert House

4983 N Glenwood St., Garden City, (208) 938-2933

www.cttouringid.com/listing/revolutionconcert-house/





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DAY TRIPS

Garden City

Whether you have an hour or a day, Garden City is a great place to

explore. Located biking or walking distance on the Greenbelt from

Downtown Boise. For more information about Garden City

call (208) 472-2913.

day trips

To the north of Boise lie mountains, mountains and more mountains. To

the west, fertile farmlands. To the south, high desert plateaus and rugged

canyons. To the east, more farmland and the volcanic wonders of the Snake

River Plain. Whether you’re spending a couple of hours or the whole day,

there are dozens of short trips out of Boise that will introduce you to the

wonders of scenic Idaho.

Idaho City

A short drive up Highway 21, Idaho City was the largest town in the

Northwest in 1865. Idaho’s oldest store, the Boise Basin Mercantile,

and several saloons and restaurants are open on Main Street.

Idaho’s oldest newspaper (the Idaho World) is still published here

and the original Idaho City Hotel still rents rooms on Montgomery

Street. You can visit the Territorial Jail and the Boot Hill Cemetery

as well as the Boise Basin Museum, a former post office that now

houses a fascinating display of Old West memorabilia, and enjoy

The Springs, Idaho City’s exclusive hot springs retreat. Contact the

Idaho City Visitors Center at (208) 392-6040.

Idaho’s Wine Country

When you go southwest from Boise, you’re headed into Idaho’s wine

country. Here, on the same latitude as the famed wine regions of

France, Idaho vintners are producing award-winning wines on the

fertile slopes above the Snake River. Sunny Slope is home to many

fine wineries. Most offer tours and tasting rooms and Ste. Chapelle,

the largest, hosts outdoor jazz concerts on Sunday afternoons during

June and July. Contact the Idaho Wine Commission at (208) 332-1538.


Cascade/Donnelly Adventures

Located approximately 75 miles from Boise, the mountain towns

of Cascade and Donnelly are built near Cascade Reservoir. This

beautiful area offers the outdoor enthusiast nearly unlimited

opportunity for adventure. Season by season one can enjoy water

sports, camping, hiking, hunting, fishing (ice fishing in winter),

Nordic skiing, snowmobiling, restaurants, as well as shops and flea

markets. Tamarack Resort is an all season resort offering skiing,

snowboarding, mountain biking, golfing, fine dining and modern

lodging. For information about Cascade call (208) 382-3833. For

information about Donnelly call (208) 325-3545.

Bruneau Dunes State Park

One-hour’s drive southeast of Boise is home to North America’s

largest free-standing sand dune — plus great fishing, hiking trails,

camping facilities, and the Bruneau Dunes Observatory Complex.

A five-mile self-guided nature trail explains the unique geology that

created the dunes and the pond that lies at their base. Contact the

Bruneau Dunes State Park at (208) 366-7919.

Celebration Park

Just one hour southwest of Boise, this former wintering ground for

the Paiute Indians features a large concentration of petroglyphs and

ancient campsites. Learn the history of this nomadic tribe at the

visitor center, or try your hand at the ATLATL bow range. Contact

Celebration Park at (208) 495-2745.

Lucky Peak State Park and Black Cliffs

About 20 minutes outside the heart of downtown Boise you will find

the Boise River winding its way past the Black Cliffs on the way to

Lucky Peak Reservoir. Enjoy jet skis, boating, paddle boarding and

more on miles of pristine water.

For a guided rock climbing experience of the Black Cliffs,

contact Idaho Mountain Guides at (208) 410-4925 or visit

idahomountainguides.com. For those looking for an adventure

on their own, be sure to check out the locals’ favorite reference

to the Black Cliffs: Sandy Epeldi’s boiseclimbs.com.

Three distinct day-use areas make up Lucky Peak State Park:

Discovery is a popular roadside park that is a great place to have a

picnic; Sandy Point, at the base of Lucky Peak Dam, is popular for

its sandy beach and clear, cool water; and Spring Shores offers

lakeside access for water enthusiasts by providing two boat ramps,

parking, a marina, on-site watercraft rentals and a convenience

store. For more information visit: parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/

parks/lucky-peak.

McCall: Idaho’s Heartland

Located in the Idaho Heartland, McCall is just a two-hour drive on

Highway 55 through some of the most scenic wilderness areas in the

state. This small resort town in the Payette National Forest is a summer

and winter playground built on the shores of Payette Lake. Enjoy a

variety of craft fairs, concerts, community theater, the wonderful

McCall Winter Carnival and Snow Sculpture Competition, great

restaurants, gift stores and shops. Nearby, Brundage Mountain Ski Area

offers skiing and snowboarding and summertime mountain biking. For

more information call (800) 260-5130 or email info@mccallchamber.org.

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DAY TRIPS

Old Fort Boise & Warhawk Air Museum

For history buffs, there are two attractions that can easily be combined into one trip: the Warhawk Air

Museum in Nampa and the replica of Old Fort Boise at Parma. The Warhawk Air Museum is located at the

Nampa Municipal Airport and contains a great collection of WWII vintage planes and war memorabilia.

Head west from Boise on I-84 to the first Nampa exit and follow local signage to the airport. For more

information, call (208) 465-6446.

To reach Old Fort Boise continue west on I-84 to the Parma exit and proceed west on Highway 20/26.

Old Fort Boise is an exact replica of the original trading post built by the Hudson Bay Company in 1834 on

the Snake River. It provided supplies and protection for pioneers traveling the Oregon Trail. Today, this

museum includes a pioneer cabin, schoolroom and blacksmith’s shop. Contact Parma City Hall

at (208) 722-5138.

Sun Valley

Since 1936 America’s first destination ski resort has captivated the imaginations of ski bums, big city

refugees and lifelong residents. Sun Valley offers over 2,000 acres of skiing across Bald and Dollar

Mountains, complemented by a bevy of year-round on- and off-mountain adventures for the whole

family. Hiking and biking trails, an unrivaled arts and culture scene for a town its size, as well as some of

the best and most surprising dining and shopping of any mountain town, this is a place that once you

visit you never will want to leave. For more information, call (208) 726-3423 or go to visitsunvalley.com.

Three Island Crossing State Park

Located outside of Glenns Ferry, SE of Boise on I-84, the replica of a 19th century prairie schooner is

on display at Three Island Crossing to help describe this historic wagon train ford on the Snake River. A

self-guided pioneer footpath includes wagon wheel ruts still visible of journeys over the Oregon Trail.

While in Glenns Ferry, visit Crossings Winery, one of Idaho’s growing number of award-winning vintners.

Contact Three Island Crossing State Park at (208) 366-7345.


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Outdoor Magazine’s

Top 25 Best Towns Ever.

June 2017

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At its Centre.

Centrally located in the heart of vibrant downtown Boise, the newly

expanded Boise Centre has a variety of customizable meeting spaces,

modern amenities, exceptional culinary services and a friendly and

dedicated staff ready to make your next event an unforgettable

experience. Explore Idaho’s premier convention center for yourself.

• Clean, safe, and ready

• GBAC Committed Facility

• Only seven minutes from Boise airport

• 20 direct flights to and from Boise

• Closely surrounded by restaurants, shops,

and cultural attractions

• 1,300 hotel rooms within walking distance

• Close to outdoor recreation, including

The Boise Greenbelt

LEARN MORE: boisecentre.com

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1101 W. Front St., #100

Boise, Idaho 83702

(800) 635-5240

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