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Silverwood Theme Park

Athol

Silverwood Theme Park 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 three roller coasters, the Boulder Beach Water Park, a steam engine train, live entertainment, restaurants, and..

Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge

Bonners Ferry

Kootenai National Wildlife RefugeThis 2,774 acre refuge was established in 1965, primarily to provide important habitat and a resting area for migrating waterfowl. The Refuge is comprised of a wide variety of habitat types. Wetlands, meadows, riparian forests and cultivated agricultural fields (for..

Pocatello Zoo

Pocatello

Pocatello ZooThe Pocatello Zoo specializes in wildlife native to North America's Intermountain West. Good idea if your looking for fun places for kids in Idaho.

Zoo Boise

Boise

Zoo BoiseZoo Boise`s main customers are children. Zoo Boise`s reputation is a fun, family-oriented place to bring children. The main demographic of the zoo`s customers is young families with small children under the age of ten. A secondary demographic is grandparents. Zoo customers..

World Center for Birds of Prey

Boise

World Center for Birds of Prey Designed for all ages, our unique facility boasts innovative, interactive exhibits, multimedia shows, original artwork and a wide variety of resident birds of prey. The Center's dedicated volunteers and staff invite visitors to witness first hand the method and passion that..

Tautpaus Park

Idaho Falls

Tautpaus ParkWatch the flock of threatened African Penguins, experience a wallaby mob on the move, discover the gibbons aerobactic abilities or surround yourself with sights and sounds of South American birds in the walk-through aviary. Stop by the Children's Zoo and pat a donkey, feed..

Yellowstone Bear World

Idaho

Yellowstone Bear WorldNo vacation to the Yellowstone National Park or Grand Teton National Park region is complete without an adventure into the wild at Yellowstone Bear World. During your visit you will be surrounded by free-roaming wildlife of North America as your drive your personal vehicle..

Downtown Aquarium

Denver

Downtown AquariumExperience the underwater dining adventure as you are seated around a 200000-gallon tank home to a wide variety of fish, sharks, stingrays & more!

Nez Perce National Historical Park

Lapwei

Nez Perce National Historical ParkSince time immemorial, the Nimiipuu or Nez Perce have lived among the rivers, canyons and prairies of the inland northwest. Despite the cataclysmic change of the past two centuries, the Nez Perce are still here. Join us in exploring the parks thirty-eight sites and..

The Discovery Center Of Idaho

Boise

The Discovery Center Of Idahotry to provide experiences and educational opportunities that inspire lifelong learning and interest in science, math and technology, and that supplement and enrich formal science education through interactive exhibits, educational programs and teacher resources

Fort Hall Replica

Pocatello

Fort Hall ReplicaA visit to the Fort Hall Replica is to enter the 19th Century world of explorers, trappers, fur traders, Native Americans, pioneers, Gold seekers, historic figures, and common folk; all of whom visited the place called Fort Hall on the banks of the Snake River in what is..

Faulkner Planetarium

Twin Falls

Faulkner PlanetariumOpened in November 1995, the Faulkner Planetarium is the largest planetarium theater in Idaho, and one of the best equipped in the northwestern U.S. The theater seats 144 under a 50' dome and features a Digistar II digital graphics projection system. It is located in the..

Old Idaho Penitentiary Tour

Boise

Old Idaho Penitentiary TourIdaho Territory was less than ten years old when the territorial prison was built east of Boise in 1870. The penitentiary grew from a single cellhouse into a complex of several distinctive buildings surrounded by a high sandstone wall. Convicts quarried the stone from the..

Roaring Springs Water Park

Meridian

Roaring Springs Water Park Silverwood has over 65 rides and attractions, from raging roller coasters and insane 65 mph drops to rides built just for the little ones. By the time you add in water slides, wave pools, a steam engine train, magic shows, cheeseburgers, and ice cream, you've got more fun..

Downata Hot Springs Pool

Downey

Downata Hot Springs PoolDownata Hot Springs offers family fun with waterslides, naturally heated pool, hot tub, water playground, campground, cabins,yurts, tepees and more. Good idea if your looking for fun places for kids in Idaho.

Raptor Reef

Hayden

Raptor ReefEnjoy a comfortable 85 degrees year round when you ride the waves in our all-new indoor water park, Raptor Reef; featuring a wave pool, children's lagoon with a 2-story play structure and tipping bucket. Lean back and relax in our indoor/outdoor Jacuzzi or ride one of our..

Silver Rapids Waterpark

Kellogg

Silver Rapids WaterparkSurf's Up in the mountains at the new Silver Rapids Indoor Waterpark! Who says you have to go to Southern California to surf? At Silver Mountain Resort guests will soon be able to surf the snow then surf the waves all in the same day. With the introduction of this major..

Clearwater Historical Museum

Orofino

Clearwater Historical MuseumClearwater Historical Museum invites folks to come see our collections that focus on the people and history of Clearwater River Country and its environs including Clearwater County and parts of Lewis, Nez Perce, Idaho and Shoshone counties Our goal is to share the..

Ketchum Heritage Museum

Ketchum

Ketchum Heritage MuseumThe Ketchum Sun Valley Historical Society was established in 1989 with the overlying goal of keeping the regional history alive for future generations. More specifically, the Society seeks to interpret and preserve the history and heritage of the region in perpetuity;..

Wallace District Mining Museum

Wallace

Wallace District Mining MuseumThe Silver Valley is the richest silver mining region in the world. In just one hundred twenty years, over 1.1 BILLION ounces of silver have been produced from mines in this valley. The museum captures the impact of mining history with artifacts and exhibits depicting the..

Tenton Flood Museum

Rexburg

Tenton Flood MuseumThis Museum located in the basement of the Tabernacle houses the Upper Snake River Valley Historical Society Museum aptly named the Teton Flood Museum because of its extensive collections of flood memorabilia including but not limited to films, photos, and other items..

Basque Museum and Cultural Center

Boise

Basque Museum and Cultural CenterThe Basque Museum & Cultural Center provides a look into the heritage of the Basque communities of Idaho and surrounding areas. Boise, Idaho has long been a central location where Basque immigrants first congregated after coming to the United States from the Spanish..

Idaho Historical Museum

Boise

Idaho Historical MuseumThe Idaho State Historical Museum, founded in 1907, is Idaho's largest and most visited museum. It has evolved from a simple collection of curios and relics sitting on shelves to the first museum in Idaho to be accredited by the American Association of Museums. Objects from..

Idaho Military History Museum

Boise

Idaho Military History MuseumCovering a broad spectrum of military history, via photos and artifacts, you will see Gowen Field as it was during World War II as well as Idahoans in the Philippine Insurrection through Operation Iraqi Freedom/Enduring Freedom. A number of small arms are on display as..

Warhawks Air Museum

Nampa

Warhawks Air MuseumThe Warhawk Air Museum is a not for profit organization funded entirely by individual donations and private foundations. The mission of the museum is to teach and preserve World War II history from the home front to the war front and aviation history from the advent of..

Idaho Museum Of Natural History

Pocatello

Idaho Museum Of Natural HistoryAs Idaho's official state museum of natural history, The Idaho Museum of Natural History actively nurtures an understanding of and delight in IdahoÃ¢ÂÂs natural and cultural heritage. Good idea if your looking for fun places for kids in Idaho.

The Little Gym

Boise

The Little GymYou can see it in their eyes the first time they run into your arms after class. The new found look of glorious, sparkling confidence. Confidence that will build a foundation to succeed in whatever they may try today, and for the rest of their lives. For over 30 years, The..

Triple Play Fun Centre

Hayden

Triple Play Fun CentreTriple Play has 20 smoke free lanes; including 18 10-pin lanes and two duck pin lanes, all with automatic bumpers. With open lanes and cosmic bowling Friday, Saturday and Monday nights, Triple Play Family Fun Park is the perfect way for your entire family to have fun..

Boondocks Fun Centre

Meridian

Boondocks Fun CentreBoondocks Fun Center is an 8-acre family entertainment facility located in Meridian, Idaho. Just five miles west of Boise, the park's beautiful landscape sets the mood for a day of fun and relaxation. Boondocks Fun Center offers something for everyone including Go-Karts,..

Boise Spectrum

Boise

Boise SpectrumThe complex attracts families from all over the valley.Find the Edwards Boise Stadium 21 & IMAX along with several restaurants such Chuck-A-Rama,Cracker Barrel and McGrath's Fish House.

Pojos Family Fun Center

Boise

Pojos Family Fun CenterOpen since 1974 Pojos has been providing fun for the whole family. With a 22,000 square foot play center this is fun for all of the family. Good idea if your looking for fun places for kids in Idaho.

Blast Off

Idaho Falls

Blast OffIndoor Family Fun Center featuring: Splash Tag, Twilight Zone Arcade,Land of Make-Believe ,Black Hole Mini-golf,Galactic Galaxy Playground Cosmic Climb Rock Climbing, Laser Tag Phazer Tag and Paintless Paintball.

Nazz Kart Indoor Go-Karting

Twin Falls

Nazz Kart Indoor Go-Karting Get behind the wheel and experience for yourself the thrill and excitement of indoor karting at this great race track.

Riot Zone Family Fun Park

Rigby

Riot Zone Family Fun ParkThe Riot Zone staff has been busy working on many new activites for the Riot Zone Family Fun Park. The newest craze in the park are the Bumper Boats, Rock Climbing Towers, Inflatable Games, Picnic Pavillion, and new activities for kids such as the Kiddie Karts and Kiddie..

Rider Ranch

Coeur d Alene

Rider Ranch For over 20 years we have shared our ranch with guests as our gentle horses take them on leisurely paced mountainous trail rides and horsedrawn hayrides through our meadow. We offer short day rides, evening dinner rides, activities for families at our barn, and a site..

Idaho Iceworld

Boise

Idaho IceworldWelcome to Idaho IceWorld, Idaho's premier indoor family ice skating and entertainment center. We offer adult and youth hockey leagues, figure skating programs, lessons, and public skate sessions.

Boise River Tours

Boise

Boise River ToursOur half-day tours are especially designed for mature citizens, families, social and work groups, and special occasions. Our day starts by meeting at a pre-arranged location about 10 miles west of downtown Boise, Idaho at 8:45 AM. We then board a comfortable shuttle van..

Route Of Hiawatha Bike Trails

Wallace

Route Of Hiawatha Bike TrailsThis portion of the Olympian Hiawatha route has been called one of the most breathtaking scenic stretches of railroad in the country. The crown jewel of rail-to-trail mountain bicycle trails is operated by Lookout Pass Ski Area which is located adjacent to Hiawatha..

Hagerman Fossil Beds National Park

Hagerman

Hagerman Fossil Beds National ParkLargest concentration of Hagerman Horse (Equus simplicidens) fossils in North America - 30 complete horse fossils and portions of 200 individual horses. Internationally significant Monument protects world's richest late Pliocene epoch (3 - 4 mya) fossil deposits: over 220..

Hells Canyon Recreation Area

Clarkston

Hells Canyon Recreation AreaClarkston and Asotin County are known as the gateway to Hells Canyon National Recreation Area. Many dont know that Hells Canyon is North Americas deepest gorge. You can enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the canyon on one of the regions regular boat tours, and experience the..

Idaho Botanical Garden

Boise

Idaho Botanical GardenVisit the Idaho Botanical Garden to experience nature as you stroll through the many gardens, listen to bird song, and feel the natural calmness and serenity of this outdoor living museum.The Garden is a living museum, dedicated to the advancement and appreciation of..

Sawtooth National Forrest

Twin Falls

Sawtooth National Forresthe Sawtooth National Forest is a very special place here in the heart of Idaho. We hope you will take the time to learn about this "working/producing" National Forest. Managing and protecting your land is most challenging - not only because of the vastness of this land, but..

City Of Rocks

Almo

City Of RocksThis unique geologic area became a landmark in 1843 for California-bound emigrants. They left wagon ruts across the landscape and their signatures in axle grease on Register Rock, Camp Rock and many others. A few granite pinnacles and monoliths are in excess of sixty..

Boise National Forest

Boise

Boise National ForestThe mountainous landscape developed through uplifting, faulting, and stream cutting. Most of the land lies within the Idaho Batholith, a large and highly erodable geologic formation.

Crystal Gold Mine Tour

Kellogg

Crystal Gold Mine TourExperience Underground Fun & Adventure in a Real Gold Mine! + Guided Tour. Good idea if your looking for fun places for kids in Idaho.

Sierra Silver Mine Tour

Wallace

Sierra Silver Mine TourGo underground in a real silver mine! You will experience first hand hard-rock silver mining in the richest mining district on earth! You will see pneumatic powered mining equipment in operation, and lean where the silver in your life comes from!

Valley View Lavender Farm

Buhl

Valley View Lavender FarmVisit a working lavender farm! Established in 1999 and located in the Magic Valley area of South central Idaho,Lavender we grow over 6,000 lavender plants in 15 different varieties. We promote and practice sustainable agriculture based on organic practices.We sell directly..

Craters Of The Moon National Park

Arco

Craters Of The Moon National ParkCraters Of The Moon National Park is a vast ocean of lava flows with scattered islands of cinder cones and sagebrush. We invite you to explore this weird and scenic landscape where yesterdays volcanic events are likely to continue tomorrow...

Idaho Potato Expo

Blackfoot

Idaho Potato ExpoLocated in the old Oregon Short Line Railroad Depot you'll discover the world of Idaho's Famous Potatoes. The Idaho Potato Museum is a unique museum which appropriately showcases Idaho's Famous Potatoes. The rich graphics showcasing the history of the potato will lead you..

Granite Creek Guest Ranch

Ririe

Granite Creek Guest RanchGranite Creek Guest Ranch is a real working cattle ranch on 4000 beautiful acres in the Rocky Mountains of Idaho. With plenty of room to ride, families, couples and singles enjoy the relaxed pace, natural beauty, and genuine old west experiences. Wildlife, starry..