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Boise

USA (ID)

City of Trees

A 25-mile river greenbelt, a thriving Basque district, and easy access to mountains โ€” Boise is the West's quietest urban gem.

Things to do

  • Boise River Greenbelt
    must-see

    25 miles of paved path along the Boise River โ€” biking, tubing, and fly-fishing.

    Half day ยท Free ยท nature
  • Basque Block
    must-see

    America's densest Basque community โ€” museum, cider houses, and pintxos.

    2 hrs ยท $20โ€“35 ยท culture
  • Idaho State Capitol
    recommended

    Sandstone-and-marble capitol with free self-guided tours.

    1 hr ยท Free ยท attraction
  • Old Idaho Penitentiary
    recommended

    Operating 1872โ€“1973, this preserved prison offers chilling guided tours.

    1.5 hrs ยท $8 ยท culture
  • Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area
    optional

    16 mi from downtown โ€” summer mountain biking and ziplines, winter skiing.

    Half day ยท $40+ ยท activity
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