Boise- (Not So) Hidden West Coast Gem
I am constantly surprised by how much there is to see and do in Boise. I think many people feel the same way as people have flocked to move there since the Pandemic. My husband is born and raised there so we visit regularly!
It also has a special place in my heart as it is the city where we got engaged!
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This is my curated list of places I recommend to first time visitors of Boise! You will find that you can have a fantastic weekend getaway (or longer)!
If you like what you see, but would prefer I create a curated plan to get the most out of your Boise visit, order a custom itinerary or guide!
Where to Stay
For a more romantic and unique hotel
Anniversary Inn Boise
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While I have not stayed at this location, I love this hotel!
Every room is unique and you get breakfast delivered to your room every morning!
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For an awarded winning and still affordable hotel
The Grove Hotel
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The best budget hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites Boise-Downtown
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Where to Eat
Boise Fry Company
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As a fry connoisseur there is no place like Idaho for some yummy fries!
This place has a ton of variety in types of potatoes, shape of the fry, and sauces! Worth it to keep coming back to try all their options!
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Goldy's Breakfast Bistro
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The best brunch in Boise! Make sure to get there plenty of time to wait for a table!
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Where to Grab a Drink (or Dance)
Thick as Thieves
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Such a fun place! Make a reservation and call the phone to be transported to a hidden speakeasy right downtown
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StrangeLove
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The only bar I have been too where there is a full bar/lounge inside the bathroom!
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Boise Culture and Activities
Basque Museum and Cultural Center
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Not usually a museum gal, but loved learning more about Basque culture and how they made it out to Boise!
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Freak Alley Gallery
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The Freaky-est place in Boise! If the weather is nice, i love to look at all the new street art as it constantly changes
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Boise River Greenbelt
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25 miles of tree lined biking right on the river! And you can take it right into downtown
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Bogus Basin Ski Resorts, Weather & Snow Report
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In the winter you can ski and in the summer there are even more activities !!
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My Favorite Shops
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Mixed Greens | Modern Gifts
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Every time I go here I buy at least something! Be warned...
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Two Hikes I have Loved
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The Military Reserve
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Wide open space with meandering trails great for chatting and looking at nature leisurely!
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Hey it's Hayley !!
Latte enthusiast, used bookstore connoisseur and huge fan of walkable neighborhoods
Having spent at least one day and night in 42 states and counting my specialty is traveling within the USA. I grew up in Southern California, lived for six years in Utah, had a brief stint in Orlando and now on year 2 in New York City.
Want to know the cheapest times and places to fly? My day job is a flight attendant based in NYC!
Trains more your speed? I once spent a month backpacking from Utah to Boston using Amtrak!
Love a long road trip? I have driven across the country three times!
After years of travel planning for my friends and family I thought I would share my resources with the world wide web :) I enjoy planning the trips more then actually leaving for the trips so this is the perfect place for me.
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Boise- (Not So) Hidden West Coast Gem
I am constantly surprised by how much there is to see and do in Boise. I think many people feel the same way as people have flocked to move there since the Pandemic. My husband is born and raised there so we visit regularly!
It also has a special place in my heart as it is the city where we got engaged!
20 Places • ago
Free
This is my curated list of places I recommend to first time visitors of Boise! You will find that you can have a fantastic weekend getaway (or longer)!
If you like what you see, but would prefer I create a curated plan to get the most out of your Boise visit, order a custom itinerary or guide!
Where to Stay
For a more romantic and unique hotel
Anniversary Inn Boise
@hayleytaggart
While I have not stayed at this location, I love this hotel!
Every room is unique and you get breakfast delivered to your room every morning!
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For an awarded winning and still affordable hotel
The Grove Hotel
@hayleytaggart
Add to
Details
The best budget hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites Boise-Downtown
@hayleytaggart
Add to
Details
Where to Eat
Boise Fry Company
@hayleytaggart
As a fry connoisseur there is no place like Idaho for some yummy fries!
This place has a ton of variety in types of potatoes, shape of the fry, and sauces! Worth it to keep coming back to try all their options!
Add to
Details
Goldy's Breakfast Bistro
@hayleytaggart
The best brunch in Boise! Make sure to get there plenty of time to wait for a table!
Add to
Details
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Details
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Where to Grab a Drink (or Dance)
Thick as Thieves
@hayleytaggart
Such a fun place! Make a reservation and call the phone to be transported to a hidden speakeasy right downtown
Add to
Details
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Details
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StrangeLove
@hayleytaggart
The only bar I have been too where there is a full bar/lounge inside the bathroom!
Add to
Details
Boise Culture and Activities
Basque Museum and Cultural Center
@hayleytaggart
Not usually a museum gal, but loved learning more about Basque culture and how they made it out to Boise!
Add to
Details
Freak Alley Gallery
@hayleytaggart
The Freaky-est place in Boise! If the weather is nice, i love to look at all the new street art as it constantly changes
Add to
Details
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Details
Boise River Greenbelt
@hayleytaggart
25 miles of tree lined biking right on the river! And you can take it right into downtown
Add to
Details
Bogus Basin Ski Resorts, Weather & Snow Report
@hayleytaggart
In the winter you can ski and in the summer there are even more activities !!
Add to
Details
My Favorite Shops
Add to
Details
Mixed Greens | Modern Gifts
@hayleytaggart
Every time I go here I buy at least something! Be warned...
Add to
Details
Two Hikes I have Loved
Add to
Details
The Military Reserve
@hayleytaggart
Wide open space with meandering trails great for chatting and looking at nature leisurely!
Add to
Details
* * *
CURATED BY
Hey it's Hayley !!
Latte enthusiast, used bookstore connoisseur and huge fan of walkable neighborhoods
Having spent at least one day and night in 42 states and counting my specialty is traveling within the USA. I grew up in Southern California, lived for six years in Utah, had a brief stint in Orlando and now on year 2 in New York City.
Want to know the cheapest times and places to fly? My day job is a flight attendant based in NYC!
Trains more your speed? I once spent a month backpacking from Utah to Boston using Amtrak!
Love a long road trip? I have driven across the country three times!
After years of travel planning for my friends and family I thought I would share my resources with the world wide web :) I enjoy planning the trips more then actually leaving for the trips so this is the perfect place for me.
PERSONALIZED TRAVEl SERVICES
Connect
with
a
local
expert
to
help
plan
your
ideal
trip
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