The City of Trees
Boise
Outdoor paradise meets craft culture — hiking, biking & Basque heritage
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Top Experiences in Boise
4.8 (80 reviews)Culinary and Cultural Tour of Boise
4.9 (58 reviews)1/2 Day Whitewater Rafting Trip near Boise, ID
4.6 (13 reviews)Boise's Best Brunch Experience
Awesome Scavenger Hunt: Boise Hidden Treasures
4.8 (4 reviews)A Macabre History of Boise Walking Tour
4.3 (3 reviews)Boise Scavenger Hunt Adventure
5.0 (2 reviews)Spuds and Spokes A Boise Bicycle Foodie Journey
4.5 (2 reviews)Boise River Wine Walk: Sip and Stroll Through Urban Wineries
5.0 (2 reviews)Savor & Sip Foodie Walk Along the Boise Greenbelt
4.0 (2 reviews)Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Boise by Operation City Quest
5.0 (1 reviews)Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Boise by Crazy Dash
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Expert Guides for Boise
City GuideThe Perfect Weekend in Boise: A 2-Day Itinerary
A detailed 2-day weekend itinerary for Boise, ID — the best restaurants, attractions, neighborhoods, and experiences packed into a perfect 48 hours.
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City GuideBoise on a Budget: Free and Cheap Things to Do
The best free and budget-friendly activities in Boise, ID — from free museums and parks to affordable food and entertainment.
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City GuideWe Asked Boise Locals Where They Actually Eat — Here's What They Said
The best restaurants in Boise that locals actually eat at — neighborhood picks, hidden gems, and must-try dishes for 2026.
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City GuideBoise Hidden Gems: Secret Spots the Guidebooks Miss
Secret spots in Boise that guidebooks miss — the parks, neighborhoods, and local favorites that only residents know. Updated 2026.
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City GuideFirst Time in Boise? Locals Wish You Knew These 12 Things
Your essential first-timer guide to Boise — top attractions, local tips, where to eat, and what to skip. Updated for 2026.
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Hyatt Place Boise/Downtown
$169/night
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Anniversary Inn - Boise
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Anniversary Inn - Boise
$149/night
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Boise West, ID
$148.73/night
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Candlewood Suites Boise - Towne Square, an IHG Hotel
$146.3/night
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Holiday Inn Boise Airport, an IHG Hotel
$146.28/night
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boise Airport, an IHG Hotel
$143.1/night
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Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Boise
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About Boise
Boise is one of America's fastest-growing cities and for good reason. The Boise River Greenbelt offers 25 miles of urban trails, the Basque Block celebrates the city's unique heritage, and Table Rock provides sweeping views of the valley.
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