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Boise / Experience Idaho's urban jewel

MeowScore 😻93/100
What is MeowScore?
🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😻
🚗 Traffic density 😸
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😻
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

June

Enjoy the great outdoors without the summer crowds.

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january

Experience the crisp air while skiing at Bogus Basin Mountain Resort.

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february

Celebrate with your sweetheart at the Treefort Music Fest.

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march

Explore the illuminated paths during the Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic.

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april

Witness the cherry blossoms at the Idaho Botanical Garden.

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may

Attend the Western Idaho Fair and indulge in all the carnival food.

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june

Visit the Boise River Greenbelt and catch some sun.

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july

Experience the World Center for Birds of Prey's Raptor Fest.

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august

Attend the Sawtooth Salmon Festival and learn about Idaho's wildlife.

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september

Catch a Boise State football game and hear the famous blue turf chant.

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october

Take a haunted house tour through the Old Idaho Penitentiary.

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november

Celebrate Thanksgiving with your family at the Riverside Hotel's feast.

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december

Go ice skating at the Village at Meridian and shop for last minute gifts.

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Reasonable prices

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Boise is an affordable city to visit with moderate prices for shopping and dining, but accommodation can be costly during peak season.

Check for deals on hotels or consider staying in nearby towns for cheaper options.

Usual visit duration

3-5 days

City break, outdoor activities

Usual visit duration

3-5 days

City break, outdoor activities

Boise is known for its hiking, skiing and cultural scene.

Tipping

15-20%

Standard to tip in Boise, especially at sit down restaurants.

Tipping

15-20%

Standard to tip in Boise, especially at sit down restaurants.

Most places accept credit cards, splitting the bill is common, and it's polite to tip on the full amount before splitting.

internet situation

great Speed

good speeds provided by major providers

excellent Availability

broadband widely available across the city

great Cellular

decent coverage from major carriers

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

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biking possible

Good bike infrastructure

walkable

Good infrastructure & parks

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Cat finds solace in Boise's calm streets, chasing squirrels and gazing at the mountains.

Cat savors the catnip latte scene on State Street, tails wagging at the local feline-friendly cafes.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Boise Art Museum
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Zoo Boise
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Idaho State Capitol Building
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Old Boise
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Boise River Greenbelt

The mainstream

🎨
Boise Art Museum

With several galleries showcasing a variety of art styles and mediums, this museum offers cats a purrfect way to explore and discover new and beautiful things.

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Zoo Boise

A wild adventure for cats, featuring more than 300 animals from around the world, including primates, big cats, and birds of prey!

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🏛️
Idaho State Capitol Building

Cats can admire the stunning architecture of this grand Capitol building, take in the historical and cultural exhibits, and maybe even spot some legislators!

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Old Boise

Cat-stroll through the charming cobblestone streets and brick buildings of Boise's historic district, filled with shops, restaurants and galleries.

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Boise River Greenbelt

A beautiful 25-mile path that takes you through the heart of Boise along the river, with plenty of parks and scenic views for cats to enjoy.

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Off the beaten path

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Greenbelt
🎉
The Basque Block
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Old Idaho Penitentiary
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Idaho Botanical Garden
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Freak Alley Gallery

Off the beaten path

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Greenbelt

Purr-geous paw-rk and pathway by the Boise River for nature-loving cats to roam around, play, hunt, and pawsibly spot some wildlife. 🐟

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The Basque Block

Cat-ch the heart of Basque culture in Boise with paw-some events, restaurants and shops. Don't forget to try some tummy-satisfying Basque food! 🍴

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🚪
Old Idaho Penitentiary

Cat-nificant historic site meow-dering tales of escaped and executed cats, explore the paw-some prison with guided tours and exhibits. 👮‍♀️

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🌿
Idaho Botanical Garden

Cat-urbate nature's beauty and the paw-sibilities at this tranquil paw-radise. A purr-fect spot to relax, sniff around and smell the flowers. 🌸

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🐾
Freak Alley Gallery

Cat graffiti-gallery meow-smerized with stunning murals by local paw-tists. Always new furr-midable works to see. 🎨

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biking possible

Good bike infrastructure

walkable

Good infrastructure & parks

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Mindful meoweler tips

The Boise River Greenbelt

A 27-mile tree-lined pathway, great for cat-walking or cycling. Offers scenic views and a chance to spot river otters and other wildlife.

Basque Block

Home to one of the largest Basque communities in the world outside of Spain. Cats can try Basque cuisine, play ball with the locals during Jaialdi festival or visit the Boise Basque Museum.

Idaho State Capitol

A striking neoclassical building with marble cat-paws and a glittering dome. Go on a guided tour or just stroll the grounds.

Boise Fry Company

A popular spot to try Idaho's specialty, finger-licking delicious fry dishes sourced from local potatoes. For the adventurous cats, try a Fry Flight with several dipping sauces.

Lucky Peak State Park

Take a scenic drive along mountain roads to reach this stunning Park. Visitors can go boating, hiking, and even visit a sandy cat-beach.

Useful external sites

www.boise.org

Boise Convention and Visitors Bureau↗

Official tourism website for Boise, Idaho including information on attractions, events, and accommodations.

www.boiseweekly.com/boise

Boise Weekly↗

Independent news and entertainment source offering reviews and listings of local attractions, events, and dining options.

boise.greenbike.com

Boise Greenbike↗

Bike-sharing program allowing visitors to explore Boise on two wheels with multiple rental locations throughout the city.

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