Best Places to Visit in Idaho
Sometimes you just want to get out and explore. We try to strike a good balance of places that you will really enjoy. Finding ideas for family friendly outings, or interesting places to go in Idaho with your friends, both are at your fingertips here with America Top 10. We aim to give you plenty of ideas without you having to do all the research. That way you can easily decide if you want to explore Idaho sites or check out the sites in another state.
You have also heard how it is becoming a lot more popular to have staycations (where you stay home instead of going to far off places) and discover new and interesting places in the near vicinity. We try to make that easier for you. Check out the sites in Idaho that have become local favorites easily with our site.
We hope that we have provided you plenty of choices in Idaho whether this is a new area for you or your own back yard. Something a little different from the typical amusement park. If you really loved somewhere but don’t see them on our list let us know, we are always looking to improve our lists and we can only do that with your help.
Idaho IceWorld
Boise, ID
Idaho’s premier indoor family ice skating center. They offer public skate sessions, group or private lessons and hockey leagues both adult and youth. Amenities include two NHL regulation size ice rinks, 5k square foot banquet/event facility with catering kitchen, video game arcade, Chicago Connection Pizza, and Blimpies restaurants, and a full line skating pro shop.
Vizcaya Winery
Kuna, ID
Vizcaya Winery is a boutique winery conveniently located just minutes from either Boise or Nampa. Their wines are produced from estate vineyards in Meridian and Kuna.
Wahooz Family Fun Zone
Meridian, ID
Wahooz Family Fun Zone is SERIOUS ABOUT FUN! Wahooz takes the idea of fun to a whole new level. From their attractions to their employees, Wahooz integrates the simple idea that they are truly serious about fun into their daily thinking and operations. They believe that if they are committed to creating this atmosphere that everyone at Wahooz will be happy! From every member of the family who visits to the every crew member who works there, Wahooz reminds everyone that no matter what your age or interests you can be entertained there.
Canyon County Historical Nampa Train Depot Museum
Nampa, ID
Construction began in 1902 and the depot opened in September of 1903. It served as Nampa’s train depot until the Union Pacific depot on the north side of the tracks was completed in the latter part of 1925. This building then served as offices for the Union Pacific. The building was eventually donated to the Canyon County Historical Society by the Union Pacific Railroad. It was partially restored and converted into a museum by the Canyon County Historical Society and dedicated July 3, 1976.
Zoo Boise
Boise, ID
Lake Lowell Park
Nampa, ID
Built by the Bureau of Reclamation to provide irrigation water for Canyon County agriculture, Lake Lowell opened in 1909 and is one of the largest off-stream reservoirs in the American west, with the capacity to irrigate over 200,000 acres of land. It has also become a popular recreation destination for the county’s citizens and visitors. Boating, swimming and fishing are among the many activities that folks enjoy at this beautiful oasis in southwest Idaho. Bird watching, hiking and hunting are other recreation options due to the presence of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife’s Deer Flat National Refuge, also established in 1909.
Roaring Springs Waterpark
Meridian, ID
The largest attraction of its kind in the Northwest, Roaring Springs Water Park celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2009 with the introduction of Thunder Falls, an exciting new triple down, family raft ride. Roaring Springs offers more than 20 water rides and attractions. Here you’ll find water slides, tube slides, an interactive water play area, lazy river and wave pool. The park’s collection of thrilling water rides includes Viper’s Vortex, a four-story two passenger flume ride that ends with a swirl around the inside of a giant bowl, Racing Ridge, a head first racing mat slide and Mammoth Canyon, a four-person family raft ride that spins and feels like a bobsled on water.
Silverwood & Boulder Beach
Athol, ID
Want big rides, big slides, and big fun? You’ve found it. Located in beautiful North Idaho, Silverwood Theme Park has over 65 rides and attractions, including four roller coasters, the Boulder Beach Water Park, a steam engine train, live entertainment, restaurants, and more. Just North of Coeur d’Alene, ID.
Idaho Botanical Garden
Boise, ID
Located in Boise’s Old Penitentiary Historic District, the Idaho Botanical Garden is dedicated to enhancing our community’s quality of life through fostering a love of nature and developing intellectual curiosity in people of all ages. The Garden provides enriching garden experiences through educational programs, botanical collections, a variety of entertainment, cultural and community events.
