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Was Boise always Idaho’s capital? The story of a stolen capital

Boise is the one and only capital of Idaho, but that wasn't always the case. Before Idaho became a state, Lewiston was the seat of government of the Idaho territory. So how did...

Visit Silver City, Idaho | Idaho ghost towns

Silver City, Idaho is really one of the coolest things to do in Idaho, whether you live here or are just visiting. There are so many reasons you should visit Silver City, Idaho....

The best Boise music venues for your next concert

The Boise music scene has grown so much in the last 20 years. From a city with no venues to a city with dozens of music venues, there are plenty of options for music in Boise....

We stayed at the Big Idaho Potato Hotel outside of Boise, Idaho [VIDEO]

Would you stay in a potato hotel? I think there may only be one in the world, and of course it's located right outside of Boise, Idaho. The Big Idaho Potato Hotel is only a few...

A full list of all the direct flights from Boise (2023 Update)

Boise's airport has expanded greatly in recent years, with a number of airlines adding Boise as a stop. There are nearly 30 destinations that you can fly nonstop from Boise, with...

Things to do in Caldwell, Idaho: Day trip from Boise [VIDEO]

Caldwell, Idaho is a small town outside of Boise, Idaho that has reinvented itself over the last decade. Although they have always had their own personality, including one of the...

5 things to do in Twin Falls, Idaho: Best day trips from Boise [VIDEO]

Twin Falls, Idaho may not seem like an exciting place to visit, and especially not a place to vacation. But the Idaho town actually has some amazing gems to see. Here are our...

Alaska Airlines to fly nonstop from Boise to Idaho Falls, Las Vegas

Starting in June 2022, Alaska Airlines has announced they will be adding nonstop flights from Boise to Idaho Falls and Las Vegas. The flights will be year-round once they begin...

I took the brand new JetBlue Boise-NYC flight: Here are my thoughts [VIDEO]

JetBlue launched in Boise this year, but only for a few flights: a Wednesday and Friday redeye from Boise to New York City's JFK Airport, which returns on Monday night. We...

Boise’s newest park: Cherie Buckner-Webb Park

The Cherie Buckner-Webb park is the newest park within the Boise city limits. Its namesake served on the Idaho Legislature for a decade. You can learn more about her below. The...

7 random things to know before moving to Boise

If you are considering moving to Boise, there is a lot to know. Idaho is a very unique place and some people who move here are very surprised — both good and bad — when they...

Visiting the Egyptian Theatre: Boise historical buildings

The Egyptian Theater Boise (or Egyptian Theatre) is a historical theatre in downtown Boise. The Egyptian Theatre was built in 1927 and has been open and operating since then. The...

12 Photos to make you fall in love with Boise, Idaho

Boise, Idaho is a beautiful place, and photos are a great way to learn more about a city. If you just want to see Boise from a different point of view, here are some Boise and...

Everything you need to know about the Famous Idaho Potato

Idaho and potatoes are interchangeable in many conversations, but the state of Idaho becoming famous for potatoes was not an accident. Learn more about the Famous Idaho Potato,...

6 of our favorite wine bars in Boise

Boise and the surrounding area is home to dozens of local wineries, which leads to plenty of wine bars in Boise itself. There are two main areas for wineries near Boise: in the...

More Things to Do in Boise

Cherie Buckner-Webb Park in Downtown Boise, Idaho.

Boise, Idaho is…

Boise, Idaho has been incorporated as a city since 1863 but its history goes back much further. The early days of Boise include fur trading by the Hudson Bay Company, Fort Boise, and the nearby Oregon Trail.

Boise was slow to grow until very recently — and currently has more than 260,000 residents within city limits. The growth has spurred a lively culture in Boise with the addition of the arts, a prominent downtown area, and plenty of breweries.

The name “Boise” came from the French pronunciation of “les bois” — meaning “the trees!” If you want to speak like a local, make sure you call it “boy-see” (not “boy-zee”).

Visiting Boise can be a fun vacation for families, singles, or for business. Walk around the downtown area, take in a show, hit the slopes, or float the river. There is so much that Boise, Idaho offers, and it’s a perfect location to visit.