OUR TAKE ON BOISE
Boise is Idaho’s capital and its largest city, located in the southwestern region of the state. It is surrounded by lush national forests making it a natural choice for nature lovers and outdoor explorers. Boise also offers a sophisticated downtown with art galleries, boutique shops, chic restaurants and lively nightlife, making it a destination that easily lends itself to a kid friendly family vacation or a romantic getaway, and everything in between. The Boise River is a 25-mile river that runs through the center of town, making for a picturesque place for a stroll, and a delightful way to explore the city.
Boise lodgings provide a variety of accommodations to suit the needs of every visitor. From pet friendly motels, to kid friendly hotels and intimate bed and breakfast inns for couples, you are certain to find a peaceful place to spend a restful evening. Boise is an internationally popular destination and has a thriving tourism industry, making it an easy city to explore. The city center and most of the sites are within walking distance from each other, or you can rent bicycles as a way to explore the city more fully. There is a helpful tourist information center in town, with restaurant recommendations and activity suggestions to make a custom vacation for you. The site at www.boise.org offers useful travel guides and reviews if you’d like to get started planning your trip before you arrive.
The Boise travel guide gives you you have all the information you need to plan your trip. It includes user reviews, maps, travel tips, and a list of Boise Hotels.Whatever you do, thanks for making Uptake your first step!
LODGING
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Doubletree Club Boise
"pool is really designed for adult lap swimming since it is narrow, but our 13 year olds still enjoyed it" - a user of TripAdvisor
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Springhill Suites Boise Parkcenter
"my room was clean but has a cheap feel to it." - a user of OpenList.com
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Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner
"seems to be one of the best hotel/motels to stay in here." - a user of Yelp
THINGS TO DO
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Idaho Black History Museum
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Zoo Boise
"Not a whole lot to do and not that much to see. Needs more attractions only takes about a half hour to get through the whole zoo." - a user of Yahoo! Travel
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Old Idaho Penintentiary

