Explore Boise
Things to Do:
Downtown Boise:
- Walk the Greenbelt
- Enjoy dinner and a movie at the Flicks
- Catch a classic film at the Egyptian
- Walk around Hyde Park and grab coffee
- Hike Table Rock (best views of downtown!)
- Visit the World Center for Birds of Prey
- Visit the MK Nature Center
- Explore Lucky Peak Dam
- Hike around Camel’s Back Park (and pet cute dogs!)
Museums:
- Idaho Botanical Gardens
- Old Idaho Penitentiary (Close together – make these one trip)
- Discovery Center Idaho (before you catch a movie at the Flicks)
- If you love airplanes, spend an afternoon at the Warhawk Museum
Hot Springs:
All of these require driving, but are so worth the visit!
- Kirkham Hotsprings
Very accessible and free! Also, incredibly busy on weekends. Does require some slippery scrambling. - The Springs
Reserve your spot online ahead of time here - Gold For Hot Springs
Tie this into a McCall Ski Trip! – About two hours north of Boise
Places to Eat:
The Basque Market:
- We love these guys so much that they’re catering the wedding, but if you can’t get enough, go visit their store/restaurant and take home some wine, olive oil, or basque snacks
- Just be careful to check their hours before you make the trek
Guido’s Pizza:
- New York Style by the slice. Best in town!
Boise Fry Co:
- Several locations: downtown, Bown Crossing, and State Street
- A local french fry chain that sells great burgers!
- Highlight is a wide selection of fries with all varieties of Idaho potatoes.
Bardenay:
- Small local chain with great prices on a varied menu
- Locally distilled cocktails
- Best brussel sprout app
- Plus, the owner is a pilot
West Side Drive In:
- Order the Ice Cream Potato and Buffalo Fries!
Goldie’s:
- Classic local diner
Richard’s:
- Upscale restaurant with excellent food and cocktails but a spendy menu!
Kibrom’s:
- Ethiopian food!
Alavita:
- Upscale Italian – housemade pasta daily kind of place