About Boise

City with TreesBoise, the capital and largest city of the State of Idaho, is the hub of commerce, banking and government for the state. It is a blend of both traditional and non-traditional sights and attractions.

Located along the Boise River and nestled against foothills of the Rocky Mountains, our city offers many outdoor activities to local residents, from skiing at Bogus Basin Ski Resort to biking on the Boise River Greenbelt to boating at nearby reservoirs. The Boise area has it all - desert, rivers, mountains and lakes for hiking, camping, kayaking, river rafting, hunting and fishing.

The City of Trees boasts one-of-a-kind museums and urban parks. Among the many unique sites to visit are the Basque Museum and Cultural Center, Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial, Idaho Black History Museum and the World Center for Birds of Prey.

Boise is home to Boise State University, the state's largest university with an enrollment of over 19,500 students, as well as 34 grade schools, 9 junior high schools, and 5 high schools.

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The City of Boise The City of Boise

The City of Boise is dedicated to enhancing Boise's quality of life by working in partnership with the community to foster and support citizen well being and healthy community environments.

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BOISE150 BOISE150

BOISE 150 commemorates the 150th anniversary of the city's founding.

Curbit Curbit

A sustainable Boise program.

Arts & History Arts & History

Enhances Boise's community by providing leadership, advocacy, education, services and support for arts and history.

Economic Development Economic Development

Identifies advantages of doing business in the City of Boise.

Ridge to Rivers Ridge to Rivers

A partnership formed with the vision of preserving the Boise Foothills and trail systems.

Idaho IceWorld Idaho IceWorld

Idaho's premier family recreation center, offering hockey leagues, figure skating, lessons and public skate sessions.