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WHY IDAHO?
What to Expect
Idaho offers everything that one would look for when searching for a travel destination, including a vast range of activities, gorgeous views, and a friendly community feel. There are many go-to spots in Idaho that make it such a special place.
Boise, Idaho’s capitol, offers a charming downtown, a nearby college campus, beautiful rolling mountains, and it’s just an hour or so away from many fun destinations. Meridian is a few miles from Boise and provides a variety of stores and restaurants in an outdoor shopping center as well as fun attractions such as Wahooz and Linder Farms! Boise’s central location provides nearby beautiful views at popular locations including Sun Valley, McCall, and Yellowstone National Park.
The experiences offered in Idaho are year-round! No matter the season, there is something for everyone in Idaho- whether it’s outdoor sports, scenic roadtrips, tech and business conferences, sporting events, or museums and galleries, you’re Idaho experience is sure to be unforgettable. Check out a list of attractions below!
In addition to the long list of attractions and views that Idaho offers, our state is well known for the kindness of the people and the unique accessability of being an urban city in a rural area.
Idaho History
Idaho dates back to 1890 when it became the 43rd state, but many don’t know that Boise was actually named after the French word Boise that means “wooded” based on the amount of trees in the area! Similarly, Boise is also known as the City of Trees!
The environment that Idaho provides is unmatched. The beautiful nature includes hot springs, a range of weather that shares the beauty of every season, mountain peaks that can be seen from a distance and explored, and over 2,000 lakes.
Idaho History
Idaho dates back to 1890 when it became the 43rd state, but many don’t know that Boise was actually named after the French word Boise that means “wooded” based on the amount of trees in the area! Similarly, Boise is also known as the City of Trees!
The environment that Idaho provides is unmatched. The beautiful nature includes hot springs, a range of weather that shares the beauty of every season, mountain peaks that can be seen from a distance and explored, and over 2,000 lakes.
Attractions
IDAHO SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL
As you enter our outdoor amphitheater and habitat reserve, you’ll be embarking upon a theatrical experience like no other! In addition to all the magic, drama and passion of professional theater, and a 770-seat, state-of-the-art facility that was built to feature the human voice, the Festival Amphitheater & Reserve is nestled in a unique habitat that is home to an astonishing variety of plant and animal species.
BOISE GREENBELT
The 25-mile Boise River Greenbelt is one of Boise’s most beloved parks. The tree-lined pathway follows the river through the heart of the city and provides scenic views, wildlife habitat and pedestrian access to many of the city’s popular riverside parks. The Greenbelt also serves as an alternative transportation route for commuters.
BOISE ART MUSEUM
The mission of the Boise Art Museum is to create visual arts experiences that engage people and inspire learning through exceptional exhibitions, collections, and educational opportunities. Our vision is to be a vital partner in the educational, creative, and cultural life of our communities as an innovative leader in local, regional, and national visual arts.
Schick-Ostolasa Farmstead
The preserved Farmstead site covers 2 acres along Dry Creek, with seven historic farm buildings: the Farmhouse, a Detached Red Cookhouse and Spring House (called the Red House), Root Cellar, Woodshed, Saddle Shed, Granary, and a Horse Barn. The historic site was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 2006 for its regional significance as an outstanding example of early homesteading in Idaho, and 19th & 20th century agriculture in the West.
BOISE CONTEMPORARY THEATER
Boise Contemporary Theater inspires our community to examine our perspectives and better understand ourselves, each other, and the world around us by creating thought-provoking stories of the human experience. We will be the place people choose for transformational experiences, and recognized as an irreplaceable driver of the arts and culture in Boise and beyond.
BOGUS BASIN
Bogus Basin is so much more than a ski area – it’s a year-round destination for recreation and education. Countless kids have made their first-ever turns at Bogus Basin. Whether it’s with their families, friends, or through one of the many affordable school outreach programs, Bogus Basin exists to serve everyone – from age 2 to 102.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT BOISE CONTACT THE:
BOISE CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU
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P.O. Box 140505, Boise, ID 83714
208-440-1500
info@globalidaho.org