Boise guidebook
Neighborhoods
Hyde and Seek
1521 N 13th StCute shopping boutique with unique decor and gift items.
Lovely city park - walk along the river, have a picnic, people watch.
72 locals recommend
Kathryn Albertson Park
1001 S Americana BlvdLovely city park - walk along the river, have a picnic, people watch.
Close to BSU. Easy access if you are here for a football game or other activity.
6 locals recommend
Boise State University District
Close to BSU. Easy access if you are here for a football game or other activity.
Sightseeing
Close to downtown activities. Walk, bike, scooter or Uber ($5-7). Downtown Boise has a great mix of restaurants, bars, live music, parks and other activities to explore during your stay.
83 locals recommend
Downtown
Close to downtown activities. Walk, bike, scooter or Uber ($5-7). Downtown Boise has a great mix of restaurants, bars, live music, parks and other activities to explore during your stay.
Idaho City
Fun day trip to historic mining town.
Great way to spend a few hours soaking and relaxing at the hot springs. Easy day adventure and gorgeous drive!
54 locals recommend
The Springs
3742 ID-21Great way to spend a few hours soaking and relaxing at the hot springs. Easy day adventure and gorgeous drive!
See California Condors and many other raptors and birds
54 locals recommend
World Center For Birds of Prey
5668 West Flying Hawk LaneSee California Condors and many other raptors and birds
Idaho Botanical Garden
2355 N Old Penitentiary RdFood scene
Local coffee shop with a sweet vibe. Great pastries and interesting drinks! 3 minute walk!
9 locals recommend
Alchemist Coffee 27th
2701 West Stewart AvenueLocal coffee shop with a sweet vibe. Great pastries and interesting drinks! 3 minute walk!
Best breakfast sandwiches! Local, homemade breakfast and lunch. High quality, fresh ingredients. Don’t miss out on this one!
36 locals recommend
Certified Kitchen and Bakery
1511 N 13th StBest breakfast sandwiches! Local, homemade breakfast and lunch. High quality, fresh ingredients. Don’t miss out on this one!
Janjou Pâtisserie
1754 W State StDelightful pastries, sweets and coffee!
Barbacoa Grill
276 Bobwhite CtPetite 4
4 N Latah StGreat food, relaxed atmosphere!
Alyonka Russian Cuisine
2870 W State StAmazing food and art. Frequently changing chefs tasting menu with curated wine pairing and art in an intimate setting. Chef just won a James Beard award. Get reservations early!
13 locals recommend
KIN
999 W Main StAmazing food and art. Frequently changing chefs tasting menu with curated wine pairing and art in an intimate setting. Chef just won a James Beard award. Get reservations early!
Coa de Jima
Great food and cocktails in an eclectic setting!
Shopping
Lit&Co. Candles - Hyde Park
1/2 N 13th StMy favorite candles for home and gift giving!
Fun consignment shop with unique clothing for festive events, costumes
Serendipity Boutique Consignment Clothing
3117 W State StFun consignment shop with unique clothing for festive events, costumes
Crazy Neighbor
1415 W Grove StFancy Pants
825 W Idaho StSports and Outdoor Activities
Great jumps, pump track and access to mountain biking trails
Easy access to the Greenbelt for a lovely walk along the river. Enjoy a picnic at the park. Watch the surfers and kayakers at the whitewater park and wave.
91 locals recommend
Esther Simplot Park
3206 W Pleasanton AveEasy access to the Greenbelt for a lovely walk along the river. Enjoy a picnic at the park. Watch the surfers and kayakers at the whitewater park and wave.
Great spot for a picnic or a hike. Close to Hyde Park restaurants and shopping. Access to the foothills and many options for mountain biking and hiking!
232 locals recommend
Camel's Back Park
27 Heron StGreat spot for a picnic or a hike. Close to Hyde Park restaurants and shopping. Access to the foothills and many options for mountain biking and hiking!
Skiing in the winter or mountain bike in the summer. This home is an easy jaunt away from this great place!
81 locals recommend
Bogus Basin
Skiing in the winter or mountain bike in the summer. This home is an easy jaunt away from this great place!
Boise Bike Park
750 Mountain Cove RdEagle Bike Park
Old Horseshoe Bend RoadCity advice
Getting around
Close to everything
Walk, bike, Uber, or rent a scooter to get around easily in the downtown, North End and BSU neighborhoods. Bird and Lime scooters nearby!