Free & Cheap Things to Do with Kids
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Idaho State Museum
Displays about Idaho state heritage. Museum with permanent, temporary & interactive exhibitions about Idaho history, nature & culture.
Zoo Boise
Over 200 animals featured & a kids' farm. A wide array of animal exhibits, with an African boat ride, kids' farm, butterfly area & food/drink.
Discovery Center of Idaho
Interactive science museum. Kid-friendly science museum featuring interactive exhibits explaining complex ideas.
Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial
Calm spot for reflection on human rights. This tranquil park commemorates Anne Frank & promotes human dignity through statues & inscriptions.
Ann Morrison Park
Recreation area with many sports courts. Large park boasts a variety of sports courts & fields amid gardens, a playground & riverside trails.
Hyde Park
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Boise Depot
Historic site with panoramic city views. Landmark train depot offers public tours & event space, plus park grounds & gardens with city views.
Kathryn Albertson Park
Park with wildlife, ponds & footpaths. This 41-acre park features wildlife, ponds & a fountain, plus paved footpaths, restrooms & gazebos.
The Military Reserve
Trails, an archery range & a dog park. Rustic natural-terrain park with trails, an archery range, a military cemetery & off-leash dog area.
Boise Whitewater Park
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Idaho Museum of Mining and Geology
Exhibits & education on geology/mining. Museum featuring exhibits & educational programs about Idaho’s geologic history & mining heritage.
Ivywild Park
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Shoshone Park
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Pojos Family Fun Center
Large venue with rides & arcade games. Spacious amusement center offers bumper cars, an arcade & carousel, plus casual cafe eats & snacks.
Children’s Museum of Idaho
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Robie Creek Park
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Arrowrock Dam
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Creekside Campground Idaho City
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Idaho City Visitors Center
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Kirkham Hot Springs
Small thermal pools & waterfalls. Geothermal soaking pools & small hot spring waterfalls on the bank of the Payette River.
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