Boise Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in and state capital of Idaho, United States
About Boise
Although its economic growth has its roots in agriculture, the city is now home to many high-tech firms, including Micron Technology. Related to Idaho's agricultural history, notable food-related firms such as Albertson's, WinCo Foods and the J.R. Simplot Company are headquartered in this city. Although the origin of the name is disputed, "Boise" is thought to be derived from the Frenchles bois, or "the woods." The name is a reference to the tree-lined Boise River, which passes through the heart of the city. To this day the city takes its "City of Trees" moniker very seriously, although before white settlement, there were actually very few trees in the area. Boise began its life in the mid-1800s as Fort Boise, a U.S. Army installation located at a strategic junction on theOregon Trailbetw
Top Attractions in Boise
Explore the best things to see and do in Boise:
- ★Alive After Five
- ★Aquarium of Boise
- ★Art In the Park
- ★Barber Park
- ★Basque Museum & Cultural Center
- ★Bogus Basin Ski Resort
- ★Boise Art Museum
- ★Boise Contemporary Theater
Where to Eat in Boise
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Asiago's
- 🍴Big Jud's
- 🍴Boise Fry Company
- 🍴Cottonwood Grille
- 🍴Flying Pie Pizzaria (sic)
- 🍴Lucky 13 Pizza
Where to Stay in Boise
- 🏨Hilton Garden Inn Boise Spectrum
- 🏨Holiday Inn Boise Airport
- 🏨Homewood Suites by Hilton
- 🏨Hotel 43
- 🏨Hyatt Place Boise / Downtown
- 🏨Idaho Heritage Inn Bed & Breakfast
Boise Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including: