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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....

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...

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,...

Things to do in Idaho City, Idaho: Day trips from Boise

Idaho City is one of the coolest day trips from Boise, and one of the closest cities to Boise that is preserved in the Gold Rush era in Idaho. The city offers history, shopping,...

Our favorite things to do in Boise with kids

Boise, Idaho is a fun place and there are plenty of things to do within the city. But if you have kids in tow and are looking for a day of adventure for them, there is plenty to...

13 of the best day trips from Boise

Boise is amazing place — both to live and to visit. But there are plenty of amazing places that also make a Boise great day trips. Whether you like wilderness, history, or city...

Ernest Hemingway in Idaho: Visit all the Sun Valley locations

Ernest Hemingway led an amazing life. He spent time in Paris and Cuba, and he also had a home in Sun Valley, Idaho. Hemingway loved to hunt and fish, and spend time in the...

9 Things to do in Boise, Idaho (for a first-time visitor)

There is so much to do when visiting Boise, Idaho for the first time. The capital of Idaho is full of history, outdoor activities, breweries, and more. Here are our favorite...

Our favorite Boise museums (and other places to spend the day with your kids)

Although Idaho is barely 100 years old, there is still plenty of history in Idaho's capital city. There are a number of museums in Boise for you to visit, which include both past...

The most Haunted places in Boise, Idaho [VIDEO]

Although Boise's history is much newer than many eastern states, there are still hundreds of years of buildings, people, and culture in the city. Because of this, there are...

5 Things to do in downtown Boise, Idaho (beer, art, sports, and more)

If you are visiting Boise, Idaho and are looking for things to do in downtown Boise, Idaho — you will have plenty of options (even if you do not have a car). The city has grown...

Camel’s Back Park in Boise: Things to see and do

There are so many places to hike in Boise, Idaho, or in nearby mountains or hills. But Camel's Back Park in Boise is an amazing location right within the city where you can...

Visiting the Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial in Boise

The Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial in Boise is a unique monument in a picturesque setting. The memorial is dedicated to human rights, with information about many...

Visiting Boise State football field’s blue turf

Boise State University and Boise State football are known for the 2006 Fiesta Bowl, Coach Pete, and especially their blue field — or, smurf turf, as some call it. The Boise State...

Idaho State Historical Museum: Learn about Idaho’s past

Visiting the Idaho State Museum in Boise, Idaho is a must next time you are in Idaho's capital city. The museum has gone through a lot of changes recently, and it's full of Idaho...

Visiting the Idaho State Capitol building

When visiting Boise, one of the most iconic buildings is the Idaho State Capitol building. There are plenty of ways to see the Capitol Building in Boise, whether on a tour of...

Things to do in Boise, Idaho this summer

Boise, Idaho is one of the rare cities that is amazing both in summer and winter. If you find yourself there during the hottest months of the year, you have quite a few things to...

Visiting the Old Idaho State Penitentiary in Boise, Idaho

The Old Idaho State Penitentiary is such a cool piece of history in the middle of Boise. Even though I lived in Boise for the majority of my life, I had never actually been to...

Visiting the Basque Block in downtown Boise, Idaho

Boise, Idaho is a growing city in the middle of a rural state. Craft beer, food, and culture are taking over, but the history of the city is just as interesting. Boise is home to...

Historic Boise