Discovering BOISE Idaho in 3 days - Things to do + Where to eat in Boise 2023

Let's be honest, Boise Idaho rarely makes it on the list of must-see destinations for foreign travelers, but we hope it stays that way. Because Boise is perhaps one of the USA's best kept secrets. In today's guide we will be sharing things to do in Boise in 3 days. We're covering the best restaurants in Boise, where to stay in Boise, outdoor activities in Boise, and so much more. We hope our Boise travel guide helps you to get inspired to make a trip here yourself!
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🎥 CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
1:07 Form & Function
2:02 The Basque Block
3:37 Ansot's
4:42 Modern Hotel
5:33 First Impressions of Boise
6:17 Rafting with Cascade Rafting & Kayak
9:09 Nomad
10:17 Julia Davis Park, The String of Pearls, and the Anne Frank Memorial
11:23 Freak Alley Gallery
12:17 The Idaho Capitol Building
14:17 The Wylder
15:27 Other things to do in Boise
16:48 Alavita
18:01 Camel's Back Park
19:31 Kin Art Haus
20:09 Sunshine Spice Cafe
21:40 Biking the Boise Greenbelt
22:45 Green Acres Food Truck Park
23:07 Wine tasting at Telaya
23:47 About Idaho as an emerging wine region
25:21 Outro
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[@TouristtoLocal]

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[@davidyoung9443]

As a Boise resident, I thank you for such a nice video about my home town. I am really glad that you enjoyed it!

[@TouristtoLocal]

Aw, super glad to hear you liked it! Thanks!!

[@EatBailaTravel]

that is so cool I had no idea there was such a prominent Basque community in Boise. Honestly, I don't think I knew anything about Boise before your video. We love Basque country and their cuisine is one of our favorites in the WORLD. I have a really special place in my heart for basque culture, not only because we've had great memories there but because I have basque heritage in my lineage. Great video you guys! The rafting looked so fun!

[@TouristtoLocal]

Right?! It was such a surprise for us too! Glad you enjoyed our video. You guys would probably really enjoy Boise :)

[@madelineahrens1748]

Can’t wait for you guys to visit Wisconsin 🥰 thanks for showing us Boise!! I love following your adventures! Informative and beautiful videography as usual!

[@TouristtoLocal]

Awww thanks so much! We’d love some advise on what to show in Wisconsin and when to visit 💕

[@christopherarkills8912]

Excellent review of lovely Boise. It is one of the most underrated places in the Pacific Northwest. I was honored to be the patron of this video!

[@TouristtoLocal]

Awwww thanks so much!!! How cool that our very own patron of the video resonated with our excitement for this city 💕💕💕 thanks so much for your support!!!

[@madeleinegrace714]

You guys are just so cute - I love your energy. Great video and thank you for all of the tips! 😊

[@LocaldudeCA]

Such a beautiful city! I never knew Boise was this nice.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Right?! It was a surprise to us too!

[@johnwinter7597]

It’s not it has a huge meth problem and is very dirty 😊

[@erniegutierrez2288]

WOW this is probably your guys' best video. Boise completely surprised me. From the old Basque community to the diverse culinary options. Its the total opposite of what I expected. Im going to try and spread the word about your channel! Excellent vid! Keep up the good work! "Like"

[@TouristtoLocal]

🥹💕🥹💕 what a sweet comment! We kinda think it’s one of our best videos too 🙌 glad you enjoy what we do, and thanks for spreading the word!

[@oreneishii]

I love your videos!! So fun and full of great information that inspires me to travel more.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thanks so much! We’re glad you enjoy what we do!

[@nealfry2230]

I'm going to Love Boise Idaho.

[@TouristtoLocal]

It's an amazing place!!

[@shonnap3074]

Love the highlights! 🙌

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thank you!!! Tried something fun for summer :) our videos are totally out of order right now, so it may be confusing when you see my hair go back to how it was before for a few weeks ;)

[@PhotowalksTV]

Great job for another overlooked gem.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@cindyk3076]

Wow, thank you for introducing me to Idaho! Boise looks wonderful!

[@TouristtoLocal]

Glad we opened your eyes up to this beautiful place. Thanks for watching!

[@AshleyNewellDotMe]

I never wanted to visit Boise before but you two might have changed my mind! I love how informative your videos are and how you show diverse things to do! Also, the production value is so good, you definitely deserve more subs!

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thanks so much Ashley! We’re so glad you enjoy what we do, and we appreciate you letting us know. Boise will surprise you!

[@sinfulcomment]

One of the greatest cities on earth. I came here once and packed my bags and moved a month later. The river, we go at least twice a week. So much great food and a wonderful music scene.

[@208Anglers]

Idaho is the best kept secret ❤😉

[@TouristtoLocal]

It sure is! Thanks for watching!

[@Italianamuneca]

You guys are great! You make me laugh. I'm trying to go to Boise, Idaho with my boyfriend next summer, after our Punta Gorda, Florida trip!

[@MattNav]

Wonderful job you guys as always! Idaho has always been a curiosity of mine having grown up watching a certain famous old school KZbin family (aka The Shaytards) but this was nice to see Boise through your eyes

[@TouristtoLocal]

Omg you just unlocked a memory! Totally forgot about Shaytards 🤯 glad you enjoyed our video!

[@janine6299]

Love your videos! The Boston video was an amazing guide and created such an awesome travel itinerary for me. Boise will be on my to travel list for sure. Juliana I love that green dress you wore! Where is it from?

[@TouristtoLocal]

Yayyyyyy so glad to hear our Boston video was useful to you. Boise and Boston are both officially in our top 3 cities in the USA! Dress is from Abercrombie. Bought it a few months ago and am obsessed (there’s also POCKETS!) 💃

[@Framedflix]

Really good vid on a not so saturated destination on the KZbin space !

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thank you so much! Glad we could share this corner of the world with you!

[@stevenvanfleet2520]

Favorite traffic couple

[@TouristtoLocal]

🥹💕💕 thanks!

[@MeganStollUnicorn]

Next time come during Treefort Music Fest!!

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thanks for the recommendation!

[@ktsenya2]

Hello there. I’m watching as many videos as I can on the topic of the treasure Valley. I am very seriously considering relocating there. Have you guys ever gone to the treasure valley during the winter?

[@TouristtoLocal]

Unfortunately we haven't been here in winter, only in summer. It's lovely then! It may be worth visiting in the winter if you can so that you can get a feel for the place.

[@birdlynn417]

Just right for me.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thanks for watching!

[@EatBailaTravel]

Martín, have you seen the capitol building in Madison, WI? Kevin and I got married there (we emailed a judge, and he married us outside in the summer time at the steps of the capitol building) well, actually we eloped 6 months before our wedding haha so this capitol building is special to us 🥰 let me know if you guys haven't been to Madison yet. I lived there for a year and would be happy to share my favorite spots (if they still exist lol)

[@TouristtoLocal]

Omg we haven't been there yet, but now you have us pumped to go! We definitely will need all the recommendations for Wisconsin when we do finally go there :)

[@stephaniehealy5860]

Thank you for sharing your video! I have to ask...Where is your pretty necklace from??

[@TouristtoLocal]

Thanks so much! It's from Amazon actually. Here's the link: amzn.to/48pXD0h

[@jgaul1987]

What company did you use for rafting on the river? Or where did you start from?

[@TouristtoLocal]

Cascade Raft & Kayak was the company we mentioned in the video :) They were great!

[@jgaul1987]

Thanks for the information. What level did you do? Looks like maybe a medium level

[@m3po22]

He really reminds me of that one guy from Silicon Valley

[@TouristtoLocal]

HAHAHAH

[@Sandra-cm1du]

Did you find Boise to be safe?

[@TouristtoLocal]

We did!

[@uteachermichelle]

Shhhhhh….keep Idaho secret PLEASE!!!!

[@escapetarkov3838]

It's fun for a few days until you try and live there.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Good to know!

[@madihjorth8164]

This is interesting because me and my 5 roommates moved from born/raised in Boise, ID and moved to LA, CA last year in January. We wanted to work in the entertainment industry (film/TV industry). We understand that CA is really expensive to live. But living in ID was the wasted time for our lives and the worst state ever. “Don’t CA My ID” is the worst phase we have ever heard.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Oh how interesting! Our state (california) gets a lot of hate, but it's still a great state in our opinion. We'd be curious to hear what you think of some of our recent videos up north around the bay!

[@nathanyork362]

Interesting. We moved from California to Boise a few years ago. We don't dislike California, just prefer Idaho. Absolutely love it here, but totally get that it's not for everyone. Isn't it incredible that we live in the US with so many wonderful, unique, and diverse places to live? Blessings and wish you all the best in LA.

[@Batten-jc6ws]

The phrase “Don’t California my Idaho” isn’t just seen in Idaho 😂. Most states with a low costs of living and a vibrant economies are facing challenges from Californians fleeing high taxes and rampant crime.

[@jimellis2118]

This is how Boise's demise happens, same as Phoenix when I was there. The happy haves.

[@BC-th3mx]

You should do a bilingual video about how to get a pretty güera gf, million views between States and Latin America 👌🏼

[@TouristtoLocal]

Wow! Branching out into relationship advice! We’ll consider it….after we cover every state in the USA and Mexico 😉 Stay tuned!

[@robertivers6438]

Videos you put out just promotes people to leave places like California. Its becoming more crowded here now and home prices skyrocketing. St. George Utah another place Californians are flocking to again overbuilding and costs of living going up.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Hey there! Totally get where you're coming from. We're just on a fun mission to share every state in the USA and Mexico. Travel isn’t necessarily just changing zip codes 😉 tourism can be a big boost for local economies. It supports small businesses, jobs, and more. We love giving a shoutout to awesome places like Boise and hope folks visiting will spend locally and responsibly. Cheers for the feedback! 🙌

[@luvslogistics1725]

Boise is not a secret, not to Californians.

[@SM-gw4xf]

Good blog but try to do unique travel instead of popular places

[@TouristtoLocal]

Where would you like to see us go next?

[@SM-gw4xf]

Too late this year but something like, Rent a camper and explore icelend... Ppl want to see somethings they want to or haven't mostly on youbtube.. But keep traveling..

[@greggoryrice7046]

Deadly dull, homogenous and bland city, sorry. Visited from NY once and was climbing the wall after a couple of days. The Basque presence is really wildy exaggerated, too. People have these silly fantasies of the grass being greener elsewhere.

[@johnwinter7597]

Boise has a really big meth problem and is very dirty there only showing small parts it smells really bad all the time

[@nathanyork362]

I live in Boise and have lived/visited cities around the world. Boise is one of the cleanest cities I've been to. There are some industrial areas that look, well, industrial. But the overall feel is very clean. Nor have I seen any indication of a large drug problem. Have yet to find a needle or other paraphernalia around town.

[@nathanyork362]

@@johnwinter7597 I see. Good luck with that. My hometown in CA experienced an influx of people about 20 years ago, so I know how it feels. Many there cultivated resentment and bitterness over it, which is a miserable way to live. I'd rather love and welcome people, and accept that change happens. Wish you all the best.

[@johnwinter7597]

@@nathanyork362 god California

[@nathanyork362]

@@johnwinter7597 🤣

[@adbthreetwenty]

Haha..what?? This is not true at all in my experience and if it is true, its very well-hidden.

[@donlampkins2915]

Enjoy Idaho, but don't stay !!

[@chaplaincadet]

You guys didn’t go to the record exchange!? It’s an amazing coffee shop and gift shop/record store!

[@TouristtoLocal]

We didn't hear about that spot! Thanks for the tip!

[@chaplaincadet]

@@TouristtoLocal also the bar next door, the Neurolux, has pinball, live bands, a solid bar and pool I believe!

[@Buckseed]

Its a newer cleaner version of Reno which has a large Basque community and restaurants. Reno has a more diverse ethnic community as Boise is really really White and Mormon.

[@TouristtoLocal]

Huh! We had no idea there was a large basque community in Reno! We need to check it out!

[@Buckseed]

@TouristtoLocal My Uncle was a sheep herder from the Spainish Basque countryside. Many of his family members migrated and live in the Fresno area and work crops and herd sheep. There are many Basque communities throughout the West were sheep are farmed. Arizona means "Good Oak" in the Basque dialect.