Top 8 cultural & heritage things to do in Boise

1. Interactive scavenger hunt in Boise

Self-guided scavenger hunt through Boise's cityscape — solve riddles and trivia while discovering local history and landmarks at your own pace.

2. Guided scavenger hunt walking tour in Boise

Explore downtown Boise on a self-paced scavenger hunt, visiting historic sights like the Idaho State Capitol and Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial.

3. Boise food walk with local tastings and drinks

Three hours of guided dining along the Boise Greenbelt, featuring small plates, local wines, and engaging stories from the neighbourhood.

“There was a significant amount of food. Make sure to take leftovers when you can, or you might end up feeling too full or miss out on tasting everything.”— Jerry_C

4. Boise bicycle tour with a potato-themed food experience

Three hours of cycling around Boise—historic sites and parks with a local guide, featuring a potato-based lunch and dessert included.

“The Spuds and Spokes Food Tour is fantastic. As a first-time visitor to Boise, I found the restaurant choices to be excellent. This tour beautifully combines learning about Boise's history with cycling through its charming neighborhoods. I highly recommend it.”— n0mad66

5. Culinary and cultural walking tour of Boise

Three hours of guided walking through Boise — sample local bites while exploring the Idaho State Capitol, Freak Alley Gallery, and Basque Block with a local guide.

“This was a fascinating experience; I gained so much knowledge about Boise. I highly recommend it. The food and wine experience was excellent.”— Debra_T

6. Walking tour of Boise's darker history

Two hours on foot — explore the unsettling truths and lesser-known stories of Boise’s history with a focus on everyday people and their struggles since 1863.

“This tour is perfect for those interested in local murders and captivating historical insights. It typically lasts around 2.25 hours. Highly recommend.”— 14Travel1991

7. Brunch and arts tour in downtown Boise

Three hours walking tour — enjoy brunch samples from top local spots, explore street art, and learn about Boise's culture from passionate guides.

“Do not waste your time. We scheduled two different services but upon arrival for our first tour, no one showed up. They claimed it was canceled, yet others were there too, and the owner was rude over the phone. When I asked for a full refund since it was entirely their fault and we won't be in ID again, they didn’t issue it and the owner was slow to respond to my emails. The experience was not worth the trouble, and I wouldn’t book again even if I were to return to ID.”— akkatrina

8. Boise scavenger hunt walking tour

Three hours of exploring Boise on foot, solving clues and completing challenges, guided via smartphone.

“An incredibly enjoyable experience to explore and learn about the city! We would gladly participate in Scavenger Hunts in other cities if offered.”— JoleenandCraig