Guidebook for Boise
Food Scene
Boise has a lot to offer! You’re sure to enjoy the many options.
Goldy's Breakfast Bistro
108 S Capitol BlvdFlying M Coffee House
500 W Idaho Stlocal hangout
Guido's Original New York Style Pizza
235 N 5th StThe Brickyard
601 W Main StDual piano bar with delicious food. $$$$
Locally owned distillery wth great food, big portions.
69 locals recommend
Bardenay Restaurant & Distillery - Boise
610 W Grove StLocally owned distillery wth great food, big portions.
Boise Fry Company
204 N Capitol BlvdBittercreek Alehouse
246 N 8th StWide range draft beer. “Eco-conscious”
Basque is big in Boise. This is our favorite place for traditional dishes.
33 locals recommend
Bar Gernika
202 S Capitol BlvdBasque is big in Boise. This is our favorite place for traditional dishes.
Big City Coffee and Cafe
1416 W Grove StDrinks & Nightlife
Thursday night: Frim Fram 4
Put in Cosmo Mag. as the Sexiest Bar in America
54 locals recommend
Pengillys Saloon
513 W Main StThursday night: Frim Fram 4
Put in Cosmo Mag. as the Sexiest Bar in America
Parrilla Grill
1512 N 13th Stsports bar in Hyde Park
Arts & Culture
5 museums in one. Worth taking a tour on the weekend to bring it alive.
131 locals recommend
Old Idaho Penitentiary
2445 Old Penitentiary Rd5 museums in one. Worth taking a tour on the weekend to bring it alive.
The Basque Market
608 W Grove StBoise has the largest Basque population in the U.S.
Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial
770 S 8th StGreen capital heated by geothermal water, new wings underground to preserve the classic look. Stone harvested from Table Rock by prisoners.
132 locals recommend
Idaho State Capitol Building
700 W Jefferson StGreen capital heated by geothermal water, new wings underground to preserve the classic look. Stone harvested from Table Rock by prisoners.
Freak Alley Gallery
Sightseeing
Table Rock
3199 E Table Rock RdGreat short hike.
Boise Greenbelt Trail
Boise Greenbelt TrailEast Warm Springs Avenue
East Warm Springs Avenue1st street in U.S. to have hot water
Idaho houses one of the largest bird of prey reserve in North America. The peregrine foundation raises awareness by bringing you face to face with birds from around the world.
54 locals recommend
World Center For Birds of Prey
5668 West Flying Hawk LaneIdaho houses one of the largest bird of prey reserve in North America. The peregrine foundation raises awareness by bringing you face to face with birds from around the world.
Changes every year! Boise is home to “hidden” art. You’ll love this alley more than any other the city has to offer.
102 locals recommend
Freak Alley Gallery
210 N 9th StChanges every year! Boise is home to “hidden” art. You’ll love this alley more than any other the city has to offer.
Essentials
Boise Co-op North End
888 W Fort StTrader Joe's
300 S Capitol BlvdWinCo Foods
110 E Myrtle StParks & Nature
MK Nature Center - Idaho Fish and Game
600 S Walnut Sturban gardens along the greenbelt.
Camel's Back Park
27 Heron Sthiking trails and tennis
Hike, Walk or Bike in the Foothills. One of our favorite Saturday destinations.
Jim Hall Foothills Learning Center
3188 Sunset Peak RdHike, Walk or Bike in the Foothills. One of our favorite Saturday destinations.
North Whitewater Park Boulevard
North Whitewater Park Boulevard2 mile round trip hike from the little house. A heart throbbing walk with views that match the best in the Valley.
#23A Elephant Rock Loop
#23A Elephant Rock Loop2 mile round trip hike from the little house. A heart throbbing walk with views that match the best in the Valley.
Entertainment & Activities
Idaho State Capitol Building
700 W Jefferson StGreenest capital in the Nation!
The Basque Center
601 W Grove StBoise boasts the largest Basque pop. in the U.S.