24 Hours In Boise

Credit:  Brett Sayles - Pexels  Boise has so many different attractions and activities available that it seems impossible to fit all the best things into only one day. Luckily, we’ve done the work and condensed all the must-do things for you to make the best of your 24 hours in Boise, Idaho!   Start your day with breakfast: Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and Boise has no lack of options to get your day started. A local favorite is Java, where the confetti eggs and huevos rancheros are a must have. Java also has assorted freshly baked pastries and coffee. Its signature drink is the Bowl of Soul, a Mexican hot chocolate mocha with decadent, thick homemade whipped cream on top (pro tip: ask for a Blended Bowl of Soul when it’s too warm for hot drinks). Other breakfast options include Big City Cafe, the Griddle, and Goldy’s Breakfast Bistro. For a higher-end breakfast spot, try Bacon or Wild Root Cafe.  Photo Credit to Tripadvisor   Take a walk or bike ride along the Greenbelt (and see some 8-foot Sturgeon fish!): The Greenbelt is an iconic paved path that follows the Boise River all through Boise. While the heat of the day has yet to arrive, take some time to walk along the flowing river and enjoy the scenery. You can start walking from Kristin Armstrong Municipal Park , or any other access point along the 25 miles of path. While you’re at Kristin Armstrong Municipal Park, stop by the MK Nature Center stream walk. The Stream Walk is a short path that has views of over 8 foot long sturgeon swimming in a clear pond, multiple fish viewing windows for trout, and even a giant bald eagle nest you can climb in! This path is free, open from sunrise to sundown, and interesting for both kids and adults. Photo Credit: Kaija Zoller   Visit the Idaho State Capitol: The Capitol sits right next to downtown Boise and is surrounded by extremely well maintained grounds. The interior is equally beautiful, and visitors are welcome in most areas inside, depending on official activities at the time. Photo Credit: Brett Sayles - Pexels    Stop for some lunch: There are a plethora of lunch options to refuel after your morning adventures. Boise has a large basque population and even has a basque block in downtown Boise. Explore the block and try the Basque Market for an authentic basque meal. If you’re in town on a Wednesday or Friday, they have Paella on the Patio at noon. Be there on time as it sells out before you know it! Other local favorites include The Wylder, The Owyhee Tavern, and for a quick burger, try Boise Fry Company (they have blueberry ketchup!). Photo Credit: The Basque Market   Float the Boise River: Floating the Boise river is a classic Boise summer tradition. Start in Barber Park, where you can rent everything needed including rafts, paddles, and life jackets. The float takes about 2-3 hours as you pass through Boise and enjoy the sun. You will end up at Ann Morrison Park, where you leave your gear and there is a convenient and very affordable shuttle to bring you back to your car in Barber Park. Floating the river is the perfect way to enjoy a summer afternoon in Boise and you will not regret it! Photo Credit: Thrive in Idaho   Sit down for dinner: Boise is filled with countless dinner options for any craving you might be having. For some high end Mexican food, try Coa de Jima. Fork is in the heart of downtown and has a spacious patio for dinner on a warm summer night. Check out our Top 5 Restaurants in Boise here! Photo Credit: Coa de Jima   Enjoy a nightcap: A favorite of locals is Western Proper, serving fun cocktails and beers with an arcade atmosphere including air hockey, bowling, skee ball, and basketball hoops! To get a full tour of Boise bars and clubs, start on 11th and Main in downtown Boise and work your way towards 5th and Main. Speakeasys have been all the rage, with Boise hosting a few secret spots like Thick as Thieves and the Suite 104. There is an array of bars and pubs with any atmosphere that fits your style. Photo Credit: Western Proper

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Back To School Bucket List

  Credit: Olia Danilevich - Pexels School is just around the corner and a lot of us are wondering how summer flew by so quickly. Make the most of these last few weeks of free time with this Back to School Bucket List for you and your family!   Last minute camping trip: One of the best things about summer is the warm nights perfect for camping. A last minute camping trip doesn’t need to be a challenging endeavor, all it takes is packing your car with the essentials (tent, sleeping bag, food, ect) and choosing a campsite near Boise. You can even make it a backyard camping trip for a fun and easy experience at home! Photo by Laura Pluth on Unsplash   Discovery Center visit: The Discovery Center is the perfect place to get your kids excited about learning and going back to school! It is full of hands-on science activities that help kids understand complex concepts while having fun. Exhibits are constantly changing and always built to nurture curiosity in children. Although admissions are on the pricier side ($19.50 for children and $27.50 for adults), there are endless exhibits and experiments for your child to partake in. Photo by Junior League of Boise   Farmers market: The Boise Farmers Market is the perfect Saturday morning activity and is open from 9am-1pm every Saturday through October. Whether you are shopping for local and fresh produce, pasta, milks, breads, jams, and other food items, or just grabbing breakfast and a coffee, the farmers market is an awesome place to wander around and support local businesses. Photo by Boise Farmers Market   Go swimming: Stay cool in the last days of the summer and go swimming before pools close up and it gets too cold! Head down to a public pool (take a look at this blog to see all the public pools in Boise), or have a “beach” day at Quinn’s pond to enjoy the last of outdoor swimming this summer. Photo by City of Boise   Go on a hike: As the July heat slightly fades and it becomes possible to workout outside without struggling through three-digit temperatures, it’s once again possible to go on a hike in Boise. Although you will still likely have to avoid the midday heat, head out in the morning or evening and take on one of these awesome Boise hikes!                                                                                                Photo by Kaija Zoller

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6 Events in Boise and Beyond - July 21st - 23rd

Credit: www.cityofboise.org 6 Events in Boise & Beyond 1. Yoga on the Mountain Where: 1754 Bogus Basin Road When: Saturday & Sunday Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am EVENT DETAILS HERE   2. Stampede Western Fest Where:  Ford Idaho Center When: Friday & Saturday Time: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm EVENT DETAILS HERE   3. Board Games & Brunch Where: Meriwether Cider Co. When: Sunday, July 23rd Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm EVENT DETAILS HERE   4. Cookies & Cabernet Where: Boise Co-Op in the Village at Meridian When: Friday, July 21st Time: 5:30 pm EVENT DETAILS HERE   5. July Afternoon Brew School Where: Dawson Taylor Coffee Roasters When: Saturday, July 22nd Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EVENT DETAILS HERE   6. Movies Under the Stars Where: Julia Davis Bandshell When: Friday, July 21st Time: Movie starts at dusk EVENT DETAILS HERE

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