Family Fun

GIVE YOUR
KIDS MEMORIES,
NOT STUFF.

Boise is the perfect place for a family-friendly vacation. The city is home to hundreds of outdoor activities and indoor places to explore. We’ve got a river, mountains, lakes, museums galore and entertainment centers, too. Not to mention sports teams, a zoo and some of the best parks in the state.

Zoo Boise

Started in 1916, this open-air zoo has over 300 animals from 100 various species. It’s located in Julia Davis Park along the Boise River Greenbelt and has zebras, giraffes, otters, sloth bears, penguins and native Idaho animals. You can buy food in the park or bring your own picnic lunch.

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Discovery Center

This interactive science museum has more than 40 hands-on exhibits and displays. Come learn why soap bubbles have iridescent colors, how machines and devices work, and much more

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Parks

Boise has world-class parks right in the heart of the city. They’re perfect for stretching your legs and taking in some fresh air. Get the deets on Boise’s parks here, including amenities like playground equipment and much more.

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Vacation vibes await at Roaring Springs & Wahooz in Meridian!

Roaring Springs is the Northwest’s largest waterpark, featuring more than 20 water attractions for all ages:

– The new world-class water ride THE HIVE, with twin double-looping beehives for exciting g-forces and non-stop thrills
– Mammoth Canyon & Thunder Falls family raft rides
– Endless River & Class 5 Canyon Action River
– Whitewater Bay Wave Pool with Dive-In Movies
– Camp IdaH2O watery wilderness playground with 8 kids slides & more

Make it a two-day adventure with Wahooz Family Fun Zone right next door. Discounted combo tickets available.

Wahooz features 14 indoor & outdoor attractions for every member of the family, including: