Welcome to our guide! We hope you have a fantastic time exploring Boise.
Tips for the Harrison House
Please help yourself to any food or drink whenever you'd like.
Atticus LOVES soft fabrics and will seek them out, especially when people aren't around. Always be sure to secure your jackets, shoes, hats, and all other clothing behind a closed door or in a locker if no one will be at the house.
Sadie showers affection at full throttle with kisses and cuddles. If it ever becomes too much or you need space, she responds to these commands: "Go away", "Off", "Go get a toy", and "No"
🍽️ Food
Stardust: The best brunch in Boise! Amazing mimosas, bloody marys, and espresso martinis. Their breakfast foods are incredible. Mid-century modern ambiance with neo-classic takes on traditional dishes. Located at 1002 West Main Street.
Percy: Polished American cuisine—upscale but approachable. Brunch, lunch, and dinner. 400 S. 4th Street, Boise.
Green Acres Food Truck Park: Outdoor food truck park featuring rotating selection of local food trucks, live music, and family-friendly atmosphere with picnic seating.
Yen Ching: Chinese restaurant located at 305 N. Ninth Street (Downtown Boise Idaho, 9th & Bannock). Hours: Monday-Friday 11:00am - 2:30pm & 4:30pm - 9pm, Saturday-Sunday 12:00pm - 9pm. (208) 384-0384.
Candy's Cafe: Breakfast and lunch spot with eggs florentine, chili burger, chef salad, Idaho skillet, and more. Located at 3095 N Lakeharbor Ln, Boise. Open 7am–4pm; delivery 10am–3:30pm. Order online.
Goldy's Breakfast Bistro: Boise's iconic breakfast joint since 1999. Made-to-order breakfast with scratch pancakes, homemade Hollandaise, Red Flannel Hash, and full espresso bar. 108 S Capitol Blvd, Downtown Boise. 56 seats—typically a wait (no reservations).
COILED Wines: Tasting room and winery featuring wines for those following their own winding path. Located in Garden City with private event space. Open Wednesday-Sunday 1-7pm.
Parcero Wine Bar: Colombian-inspired wine bar with bubbles, reds, and whites by the glass, wine flights, 200+ bottles to open, and small bites. Open daily at 3pm.
8 Horses Lounge: Intimate basement wine and cocktail lounge in the historic 805 Idaho building featuring outstanding cocktails and wines. Located below Fork restaurant.
Les Bois Wines: International wine bar with themed weekly tastings focused on specific regions, grapes, or winemaking techniques. Curated wines available first-come basis. Tuesday-Sunday.
WaterShed Climate + Water Center: Interactive educational center with 25+ hands-on water and environmental exhibits. Features sand watershed, snow theater, simulated Boise River, and Idaho's largest public art collection. Open Monday-Saturday 9:30am-4:30pm.
Discovery Center of Idaho: Hands-on science museum with interactive physics, engineering, and technology exhibits. Rotating displays and educational programs for all ages.
Aquarium of Boise: Intimate aquarium with marine life, touch tanks, and educational programs. Perfect for younger children to explore underwater ecosystems.
Basque Center: Experience Boise's Basque heritage with events, dancing, and a welcoming community bar.
Boise Contemporary Theater: Thought-provoking contemporary theater productions that inspire the community. Located at 854 Fulton St, Boise. Box office: 208.331.9224.
🎪 Family Entertainment
The Flicks: The best movie theatre in Boise! Small business since the 1980s showing independent, foreign, and art films. Intimate experience with theaters holding max 30 people. Features low prices, full kitchen with great snacks, and alcoholic beverages. Located at 646 Fulton Street downtown.
JUMP (Jack's Urban Meeting Place): Downtown urban campus featuring the famous four-story spiral slide, climbing structures, and interactive art installations.
Zoo Boise (Julia Davis Park): Small zoo with 200+ animals including lions, snow leopards, and penguins. Educational programs and beautiful grounds in Julia Davis Park.
Boise Public Library: Multiple locations with children's programs, story times, summer reading, and extensive kids' collections. Check event calendar for age-specific activities.
Idaho Botanical Garden: 50-acre garden with themed areas, children's garden, and family events including concerts and hands-on gardening activities.
Julia Davis Park & Greenbelt: Premier park with playgrounds, duck ponds, picnic areas, and Greenbelt access. Home to Zoo Boise and museums.
Bogus Basin (Seasonal): Mountain recreation area with winter skiing/snowboarding and summer biking/hiking. Beginner-friendly slopes and family activities.
Disc Golf: Play on Boise's well-maintained courses.