Zoo Boise
The valley’s zoo, inside Julia Davis Park downtown. An easy half-day with little ones, and the park’s playground is right outside.
$Outdoor
Museum telling the story of the western Treasure Valley, from the Northern Paiute to Japanese American, Basque and Hispanic families who settled here. Outside, the Hikaru Mizu Japanese Garden is a peaceful place for a walk.
Before you go: hours, prices, and seasonal dates change. Check with Four Rivers Cultural Center directly.
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Kathryn Albertson Park
Quiet nature park with ponds, paved paths, and ducks and geese. Stroller-friendly.
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