Boise.

Idaho/United States/43.6135° N, 116.2035° W

Boise is a city of 235,684 people in Idaho, United States. It sits about 842 km from Calgary. Known for its 25-mile tree-lined river greenbelt, sandstone state capitol, Basque cultural enclave along the Basque Block, and rapid population growth in the Treasure Valley foothills.

The field guide for Boise hasn't been written yet.

Tell us what interests you and we'll write the full guide — what to see, do and eat, stop by stop. It takes a few seconds.

Browse all place guides

What to do in Boise, Idaho

This field guide to Boise, Idaho turns your own interests — food and seafood, history, architecture, markets, beaches, nature trails, wine and day trips — into a timed itinerary. Choose up to four lenses and the plan is written around them, stop by stop, with the local context behind every recommendation.

24 hours in Boise, Idaho

One day in Boise works best with one or two lenses: a morning walk through the old centre, a long local lunch, and a single evening stop, planned so you never cross town twice.

2 days in Boise, Idaho

Two days in Boise separates the place itself from what surrounds it — a second theme on day two, plus time for a slower meal and one trip beyond the centre.

3 days in Boise, Idaho

Three days is where Boise opens up: day trips, coastline or countryside, and the experiences that only work when you are not rushing. Blend up to four interests and the three-day itinerary spreads them so no day repeats itself.