The West's best-kept party secret
Bittercreek Alehouse and Pengilly's Saloon for the pre-game, Fork for the Idaho-sourced dinner, Payette Brewing taproom for the riverside session. Float the Boise River on a tube rental from Barber Park, a round at Boise Ranch, mountain biking the Ridge to Rivers system out of Camel's Back Park. Treefort venues if the timing lines up. Underrated and quiet about it.
boat cruise • 2-3 hours
Lazy float down the Boise River through downtown parks
brewery tour • 3-4 hours
Guided walking tour of downtown Boise breweries
skiing • 4-6 hours
Skiing in winter, mountain biking in summer, just 16 miles from downtown
rafting • 4-6 hours
Class III-IV rapids on the Payette River
beer garden • chill • $
Small-batch craft brewery with creative sours and stouts
club • unhinged • $$
Downtown dance club with DJs and themed nights
Dress code: Upscale nightlife attire, no athletic wear
dive bar • balanced • $
Historic dive with live music and cheap drinks since 1940s
cocktail bar • chill • $$
Stylish mid-century hotel bar with curated cocktail menu
beer garden • chill • $
Popular brewery with outdoor patio and food trucks
bar • balanced • $
Indie music venue and bar with local band shows
beer garden • balanced • $$
Large pub with rooftop patio and excellent pub fare
speakeasy • chill • $$$
Hidden speakeasy with craft cocktails in a basement setting
Latin Steakhouse • $$$ • Best for: group-dinner
Boise's top steakhouse with Latin flair and great cocktails
Brunch • $$ • Best for: brunch
Boise's beloved brunch spot with creative egg dishes
New American • $$$ • Best for: group-dinner
Farm-to-table downtown dining with seasonal menu
Burgers & Fries • $ • Best for: late-night
Build-your-own fry combos with 8 types of Idaho potatoes
Asian Fusion • $$ • Best for: dinner
Stylish Asian-inspired shareable plates downtown
New American • $$$$ • Best for: group-dinner
Fine dining in a restored Spanish Mission-style train depot
American • $$ • Best for: dinner
Craft beer and locally-sourced pub fare downtown
Donuts/Coffee • $ • Best for: brunch
Artisan donuts with unique flavors like lavender and huckleberry
boutique-hotel • Max 12 guests
Mid-century cool with a great bar and downtown location
hotel • Max 16 guests
Downtown luxury connected to dining and entertainment
house • Max 12 guests
Craftsman homes in Boise's charming North End neighborhood
airbnb • Max 10 guests
Walkable apartments near Basque Block and brewery district
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