Guidebook for Boise
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Boise Public Library
715 S Capitol BlvdHere's the Boise Library
Reserve for weddings and other events. http://www.thebishopshouse.com/
Walking distance from the house!
Bishops' House
2420 Old Penitentiary RoadReserve for weddings and other events. http://www.thebishopshouse.com/
Walking distance from the house!
The Old Idaho Penitentiary features several signature events throughout the year that appeal to a wide range of audiences. The Tour is a must. http://history.idaho.gov/old-penitentiary-hours-location
131 locals recommend
Old Idaho Penitentiary
2445 Old Penitentiary RdThe Old Idaho Penitentiary features several signature events throughout the year that appeal to a wide range of audiences. The Tour is a must. http://history.idaho.gov/old-penitentiary-hours-location
Chief Eagle Eye Reserve
451 North Quarry View PlaceGreat hike from the house, figure 30 minutes round trip.
Boise State University
1910 W University DrEnjoy all sporting events, college graduations, etc.
Camel's Back Park
27 Heron StTennis, hiking, mtn biking, large kids play area.
Idaho State Capitol Building
700 W Jefferson StState Capitol building… 30 minute walk.
Great YMCA, with large indoor pool, lap swimming, large exercise area with cardo machines and weights. Kid friendly pool.
13 locals recommend
Downtown Boise YMCA
1050 W State StGreat YMCA, with large indoor pool, lap swimming, large exercise area with cardo machines and weights. Kid friendly pool.
Simplot Sports Complex
2437 E Lake Forest DrSoccer fields.
Frisbee Golf, playground, open fields, etc. Great place for a picnic.
79 locals recommend
Ann Morrison Dog Park
1000 S Americana BlvdFrisbee Golf, playground, open fields, etc. Great place for a picnic.
Dona Larsen Park
150 South BroadwayBSU Track & Field stadium, BSU Softball field.
St. Luke's Boise Medical Center
190 E Bannock StClosest hospital - 1 mile away.
Fort Boise Park
155 E Garrison RdTennis, skate board park, softball fields, dog park.
Bogus Basin Recreation Area
2600 N Bogus Basin RdOur local ski mountain - 45 minute drive.
The Military Reserve
750 Mountain Cove RdGreat trails for hiking, running, and biking.
Fort Boise Community Center
700 Robbins RdGreat Community Center.
Mountain States Tumor Institute
Local hospital and children's hospital.
Boise Center
850 W Front St"The Grove" - Community events, shopping, food, and fun.
Ballet Idaho
501 S 8th StYep, we even have ballet.
Boise Contemporary Theater
854 W Fulton StWorth checking out a live performance here.
Morrison Center
2201 W Cesar Chavez LnEnjoy a play, performance, and walk along the greenbelt.
Zoo Boise
355 Julia Davis DrGreat little zoo! Walk via the River Bike path... ~2.5 miles.
Arts & Culture
The Flicks: Rick's Cafe Americain
646 W Fulton StGreat Independent Theater.
Regal Edwards Boise Downtown
760 W Broad StRegular Theater
Liquid Laughs Comedy Club & Lounge
405 S 8th StComedy Club
Gallery Five18
518 S Americana BlvdGreat Gallery
Walking distance from the house!! Be sure to check out all the events happing at the Boise Botanical Gardens. Summer concerts, wine tasting, and events for the kids. http://idahobotanicalgarden.org/
14 locals recommend
Old Penitentiary @ Botanical Gardens NEM station
Walking distance from the house!! Be sure to check out all the events happing at the Boise Botanical Gardens. Summer concerts, wine tasting, and events for the kids. http://idahobotanicalgarden.org/
Voted Best Movie Theatre in Boise numerous times. Small theater featuring alternative films. Grab some food, beer or wine before or during the show.
76 locals recommend
The Flicks: Rick's Cafe Americain
646 W Fulton StVoted Best Movie Theatre in Boise numerous times. Small theater featuring alternative films. Grab some food, beer or wine before or during the show.
Essentials
Grocery chain with a variety of signature items, plus produce, dairy, wine and beer.
99 locals recommend
Trader Joe's
300 S Capitol BlvdGrocery chain with a variety of signature items, plus produce, dairy, wine and beer.
Natural Food Grocery and great take-out. One of our favorite places to enjoy a beer and a quick bite... check out their bar (The River Room) upstairs (kid friendly too).
85 locals recommend
Whole Foods Market
401 Broadway AveNatural Food Grocery and great take-out. One of our favorite places to enjoy a beer and a quick bite... check out their bar (The River Room) upstairs (kid friendly too).
WinCo Foods
110 E Myrtle StAffordable large grocery store.
Convenience market, 10-minute walk from the house. Purchase groceries/beer/wine/Subway sandwich/fruit/veggies, etc.
7 locals recommend
M&W market
1835 E Warm Springs AveConvenience market, 10-minute walk from the house. Purchase groceries/beer/wine/Subway sandwich/fruit/veggies, etc.
Great ready-made food. Wonderful beer and wine section. Natural foods.
111 locals recommend
Boise Co-op North End
888 W Fort StGreat ready-made food. Wonderful beer and wine section. Natural foods.
Drinks & Nightlife
Bittercreek Alehouse
246 N 8th StA local favorite for sustainable food and beverage.
Happy Fish Sushi & Martini Bar
404 W Broad StGreat Sushi.
Bardenay Restaurant & Distillery - Boise
610 W Grove StGreat food and beer.
Hyde Park Books
1517 N 13th StGreat coffee shops and brew pubs.
10 Barrel Brewing Boise
826 W Bannock StGreat brew pub.
Mai Thai Restaurant
750 W Idaho StGreat Thai Restaurant and bar.
Modern Hotel
1314 W Grove StGreat cocktails in a mid-century modern setting.
Food Scene
A must visit during your stay! Our favorite Breakfast and Lunch spot. http://www.bigcityboise.com/
Go hungry, as the servings are HUGE! Awesome baked goods-muffins, scones, cakes, bars, cookies, etc.
90 locals recommend
Big City Coffee and Cafe
1416 W Grove StA must visit during your stay! Our favorite Breakfast and Lunch spot. http://www.bigcityboise.com/
Go hungry, as the servings are HUGE! Awesome baked goods-muffins, scones, cakes, bars, cookies, etc.
Our favorite family restaurant. Good pizza. Delivery available.
Smoky Mountain Pizzeria & Grill | Boise Pizza Restaurant
415 E Parkcenter BlvdOur favorite family restaurant. Good pizza. Delivery available.
Hyde Park Pub & Grill
1501 N 13th StGreat Bar and Restaurant, in a quant part of town.
Small neighborhood market, servering coffee, beer, wine, breakfast, deli sandwiches, etc. Regular summer block parties. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Roosevelt-Market-Boise/271189076612
22 locals recommend
Roosevelt Market
311 N Elm AveSmall neighborhood market, servering coffee, beer, wine, breakfast, deli sandwiches, etc. Regular summer block parties. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Roosevelt-Market-Boise/271189076612
Flying M Coffee House
500 W Idaho StGreat coffee house.
Ruth's Chris Steak House
800 West Main StreetGreat steak house, but bring lots of coin.
Starbucks
1797 W State StCan't go without that Starbucks!
Starbucks
1797 W State StCan't go without that Starbucks.
One of our favorite restaurants. Great place for clams and/or seafood and steak. Great atmosphere on the patio right on the river. Full bar and dinning room with large fireplace.
21 locals recommend
Cottonwood Grille
913 W River StOne of our favorite restaurants. Great place for clams and/or seafood and steak. Great atmosphere on the patio right on the river. Full bar and dinning room with large fireplace.
Lulu's Pizza
2594 N Bogus Basin RdOur favorite Pizza in town.
A great place for a quick bite. Great soups (similar to Whole Foods) and sandwiches. Check out Tin Roof Tacos too, next door (can't map this location). Great tacos, chips and beer. WiFi and CNN on big screen. My new favorite spot for lunch.
6 locals recommend
Café Zupas
129 Broadway AveA great place for a quick bite. Great soups (similar to Whole Foods) and sandwiches. Check out Tin Roof Tacos too, next door (can't map this location). Great tacos, chips and beer. WiFi and CNN on big screen. My new favorite spot for lunch.
Great burgers and fries. French fries of all varieties... Purple, Yukon Gold, Russet, Laura, Yams, Sweet, etc. You've got to try Idaho potatoes, and this is the best spot.
98 locals recommend
Boise Fry Company
204 N Capitol BlvdGreat burgers and fries. French fries of all varieties... Purple, Yukon Gold, Russet, Laura, Yams, Sweet, etc. You've got to try Idaho potatoes, and this is the best spot.
NEW LOCATION, do not look at map (for some reason the address will not update). Now downtown at: 204 N Capitol Blvd, Boise, ID 83702, United States
Great burgers and fries. French fries of all varieties... Purple, Yukon Gold, Russet, Laura, Yams, Sweet, etc. You've got to try Idaho potatoes, and this is the best spot.
98 locals recommend
Boise Fry Company
204 N Capitol BlvdNEW LOCATION, do not look at map (for some reason the address will not update). Now downtown at: 204 N Capitol Blvd, Boise, ID 83702, United States
Great burgers and fries. French fries of all varieties... Purple, Yukon Gold, Russet, Laura, Yams, Sweet, etc. You've got to try Idaho potatoes, and this is the best spot.
Great Tacos. Great lunch spot for tacos and a beer. Free WiFi and big screen TV. My new favorite spot for lunch.
27 locals recommend
Tin Roof Tacos
115 Broadway AveGreat Tacos. Great lunch spot for tacos and a beer. Free WiFi and big screen TV. My new favorite spot for lunch.
Best Pizza in town!! New location on Broadway, near BSU, and just 3 miles from the Airbnb home. Please Google as I cannot map it yet... it's too new.
12 locals recommend
Flying Pie Pizzaria- Fairview
6508 W Fairview AveBest Pizza in town!! New location on Broadway, near BSU, and just 3 miles from the Airbnb home. Please Google as I cannot map it yet... it's too new.
Entertainment & Activities
Great outdoor pool for the whole family. It features a fun and fast, safe water slide with splashdown pool. Turfed sunning area and concession stand. Lap swimming. Open during summer months.
11 locals recommend
Natatorium Pool
1811 E Warm Springs AveGreat outdoor pool for the whole family. It features a fun and fast, safe water slide with splashdown pool. Turfed sunning area and concession stand. Lap swimming. Open during summer months.
Eagle Rock Park
2150 Old Penitentiary RdTennis, Basketball court, kids play area. Walking distance from the house.
Boise River Raft & Tube Rentals
4049 S Eckert RdFloat the Boise River via a tube or raft.
Cascade Raft & Kayak
7050 ID-55Raft or kayak the Payette River
Sightseeing
Great hike from the house, 4.5 miles round trip to the top. Great views from the top. The cross at the top is viewable from many parts of Boise.
195 locals recommend
Table Rock
3199 E Table Rock RdGreat hike from the house, 4.5 miles round trip to the top. Great views from the top. The cross at the top is viewable from many parts of Boise.