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Idaho IceWorld

Boise, Idaho · Family Attractions, Indoor Fun

Idaho IceWorld is Boise’s indoor destination for public ice skating, lessons and hockey.

Admission
Adults $9; ages 12 and under and 62+ $8; skate rental $5; ages 3 and under pay rental only; tax included
Hours
Scheduled public-skate sessions
Parking
Parking arrangements need confirmation
Restrooms
Current availability needs confirmation
Access
Adaptive sled rental $5.50; confirm availability and assistance needs
Setting
Indoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • ⛸️ Public skating
  • 🏒 Hockey programs
  • ❄️ Figure skating
  • 🎓 Learn-to-skate classes
  • ♿ Adaptive sled rental

💡 Good to Know

  • Public skating follows the activity calendar, and sessions can change or be canceled. Payment is due at check-in.
  • Helmets are strongly recommended. Wear warm layers, gloves and tall socks; lessons and hockey have separate schedules and charges.

Official information · Public skating rates and policies

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Chuck E. Cheese Boise

Boise, Idaho · Family Attractions, Indoor Fun

Chuck E. Cheese Boise at 6255 Fairview Avenue combines arcade games, active play and family dining.

Admission
Paid games and play packages; check current prices and inclusions
Hours
Mon–Thu 11 a.m.–8 p.m.; Fri 11 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sun 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
Parking
Current parking details are not confirmed
Restrooms
Current restroom availability is not confirmed
Access
Ask the location about accessible games, routes and sensory accommodations
Setting
Indoor
Food available
Pizza and other on-site dining

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🎮 Arcade games
  • 🛝 Adventure Zone
  • 🤸 Trampoline Zone
  • 🎟️ Prizes
  • 🍕 Pizza and dining
  • 🎉 Birthday parties

💡 Good to Know

  • The Boise page says trampoline users must be under 56 inches tall. Check separate play-zone pricing and current attraction requirements.
  • Birthday packages, passes and food bundles have different inclusions. Call 208-322-1833 for location-specific details.

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Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Bodies in Motion

Boise, Idaho · Family Attractions, Indoor Fun

Bodies in Motion in Boise offers indoor play and separately scheduled activity programs for children.

Admission
Open-play prices: ages 12–23 months $8.25; ages 2–4 $10.50; ages 5+ $12.50. Confirm current prices and charges for younger infants or adults.
Hours
Fall/winter hours: Monday–Thursday 10 a.m.–7 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; weekends 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Summer schedule: weekdays 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m.; weekends 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Confirm holiday changes.
Parking
Varies
Restrooms
Details not confirmed
Access
Call about accessible play routes and accommodations; whole-facility accessibility is not confirmed
Setting
Indoor · All Ages · Year-Round
Food available
On-site snacks and drinks; outside food is not allowed

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🛝 Indoor playground with slides
  • 🧱 Imaginative play and building areas
  • 🥷 Ninja classes
  • 🧗 Ropes course
  • 🏕️ Camps
  • 🎂 Birthday parties

💡 Good to Know

  • Look for the venue near Fred Meyer on Federal Way.
  • Ninja classes, the ropes course, camps, and birthday parties have separate requirements, schedules, and possible charges.
  • Check the open-play page and current schedule before visiting.
  • Call 208-381-0587 about age requirements, waivers, and availability.
  • Field trips require reservations and a minimum of 10 children for a 1.5-hour visit. Camps and parties are booked separately.

Official information: Official listing · Open play · Seasonal schedule

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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World Center for Birds of Prey

Boise, Idaho · Family Attractions, Zoos & Animals

The World Center for Birds of Prey in Boise introduces families to raptors and conservation through live birds, indoor and outdoor exhibits, trails and presentations. General admission also includes the Archives of Falconry.

Admission
General $14; senior $12 (confirm age-62 eligibility); ages 4–16 $9; under four free
Hours
Tuesday-Sunday; seasonal closing times and holiday exceptions
Parking
Visitor lot off Flying Hawk Lane
Restrooms
Current availability needs confirmation
Access
Operator links verified accessibility details; confirm specific routes and needs
Setting
Both

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • Live birds of prey
  • Interpretive exhibits
  • Daily presentations
  • Sagebrush trails
  • Archives of Falconry

💡 Good to Know

  • Regular hours are Tuesday-Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., with last entry at 4:15 p.m. December-February closes at 4 p.m., last entry 3:15 p.m.; summer Mondays and holiday exceptions apply.
  • General admission is $14, senior admission $12, youth 4–16 $9 and children under four free. The official page uses both “over 62” and “62+”; confirm eligibility if you are 62. Check special-event ticket terms.
  • Daily bird presentations are listed at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Follow staff guidance around birds and confirm outdoor-program conditions.

Source information · Hours, admission and visitor information

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Aquarium of Boise

Boise, Idaho · Family Attractions, Zoos & Animals

Aquarium of Boise is an indoor animal-learning destination near Cole and Franklin roads, with aquatic animals and reptiles.

Admission
Adults $14; ages 7–11 $10; ages 3–6 $8; ages 2 and under free; seniors and military $11
Hours
Monday–Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sunday noon–5 p.m.; holiday closures apply
Parking
Details not confirmed
Restrooms
Yes
Access
Accessible
Setting
Indoor · All Ages · Year-Round
Food available
Nearby

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🐠 Aquatic animal exhibits
  • 🦎 Reptile displays
  • 🎉 School-group and party arrangements

💡 Good to Know

  • The contact page lists closures on Easter, July 4, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Another admission-page summary omits July 4, so confirm holiday plans directly.
  • Follow staff instructions around animal exhibits. Touch and feeding experiences may require separate arrangements or may not be available.
  • School groups and parties require advance contact. Call (208) 375-1932 with visit questions.
  • Check the official pages for price or schedule changes and confirm time-sensitive exhibit availability directly.

Official information: Admission · Hours and holiday closures

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Zoo Boise

Boise, Idaho · Family Attractions, Zoos & Animals

Zoo Boise in Julia Davis Park offers animal exhibits, education programs and opportunities to learn about wildlife conservation. Families can plan a self-guided visit and check the calendar for additional experiences.

Admission
Ages 12-61 $15; ages 3-11 or 62+ $12; two and under free
Hours
Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; last entry 4 p.m.; holiday closures
Parking
Six accessible spaces at the front of the zoo, including three van-accessible spaces
Restrooms
Three ADA-accessible restrooms listed by the zoo
Access
Official accessibility map and accessible restrooms; some paths have stairs, steep grades or uneven surfaces
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • Animal exhibits
  • Conservation education
  • Scheduled programs and experiences

💡 Good to Know

  • Hours are daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m., with last admission at 4 p.m.; closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.
  • Regular admission is $15 ages 12-61, $12 ages 3-11 or 62+, and free ages two and under. Thursday discounts are listed; special events may have separate terms.
  • Children 12 and younger must remain supervised by a caregiver at least 16 years old. Check current entrance notices and exhibit availability before travel.

Source information · Current zoo hours and admission

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

Visitor update, October 15, 2026: The zoo publishes an accessibility map, wheelchair and scooter rental information, and accommodation contacts. Review the route for your needs and request accommodations at least two weeks ahead. Confirm current opening times before a summer visit; the accessibility page lists a seasonal 9 a.m. opening.

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Old Idaho Penitentiary

Boise, Idaho · Family Attractions, Museums & Learning

Old Idaho Penitentiary in Boise invites visitors to explore historic prison buildings and exhibits. Families should consider children's comfort with prison history and ask staff which exhibits and tours best fit their visit.

Admission
Adults $9; seniors $7; ages 6-12 $5; under 6 free; tours extra
Hours
Winter noon-5 p.m.; summer 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; last entry 4 p.m.
Parking
Parking arrangements need confirmation
Restrooms
Current availability needs confirmation
Access
Most areas accessible; upstairs exhibits require stairs
Setting
Both

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • Historic cell blocks and prison grounds
  • History exhibits
  • Guided tours when available

💡 Good to Know

  • Published admission is $9 for ages 13+, $7 for ages 60+, $5 for ages 6-12 and free under 6. Guided tours cost an additional $2 when available.
  • Winter hours are noon-5 p.m.; the Memorial Day-Labor Day summer schedule is 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Last admission is 4 p.m.; major state holidays may be closed.
  • Children 12 and under need an adult. Most areas are accessible, but upstairs exhibits require stairs; ask about visual alternatives.

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Basque Museum & Cultural Center

Boise, Idaho · Family Attractions, Museums & Learning

Basque Museum & Cultural Center on Boise’s Basque Block introduces families to the history, traditions, and culture of Basque communities in Idaho and the American West.

Admission
Adults $7; students and seniors 65+ $6; children 6–12 $5; children 5 and under and members free
Hours
Tuesday–Friday 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Closed Sunday, Monday, and holidays
Parking
No museum parking; paid lots within one block
Restrooms
Yes
Access
Accessible
Setting
Indoor · All Ages · Year-Round
Food available
Nearby

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🌍 Basque history and culture exhibits
  • 🏠 Historic Cyrus Jacobs/Uberuaga Boarding House
  • 📜 Artifacts, photographs and cultural collections
  • 🎧 Oral histories and research resources
  • 🖥️ Online exhibits and virtual tours
  • 🎓 Educational programs and group tours
  • 🛍️ Museum store

💡 Good to Know

  • Self-guided boardinghouse visits run Saturdays from 11 a.m. until one hour before closing, subject to volunteer availability. Entry is included with museum admission; confirm availability.
  • Group tours require advance arrangements. Check current exhibits before visiting.

Official information: Museum hours and admission

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Boise Art Museum

Boise, Idaho · Family Attractions, Museums & Learning

Boise Art Museum in Julia Davis Park offers art exhibitions and programs for all ages.

Admission
General $9; seniors 62+ and active/retired military with ID $7; grades 1–12 and full-time college students with ID $5; children 5 and under and members free
Hours
Tuesday–Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sunday noon–5 p.m.; Monday closed. First Thursday until 7 p.m.; major holiday closures apply
Parking
Free two-hour park parking, once daily, Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Ask the museum desk for an extended pass. Accessible spaces are available
Restrooms
Accessible restroom stalls
Access
Accessible front entrance; wheelchairs are available to borrow first come, first served
Setting
Indoor · All Ages · Year-Round
Food available
On-site food service is not confirmed; plan meals separately

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🎨 Rotating art exhibitions
  • 🖼️ Permanent art collection
  • ✏️ Drop-in studio art activities
  • 🎓 Educational programs and guided learning
  • 🛍️ Museum store
  • 🎨 Family Art Saturday, the last Saturday of the month, noon–3 p.m.; included with admission

💡 Good to Know

  • Ask at the front desk for an Art Adventure guide.
  • Adults must accompany children. Do not touch artwork. Photography, food, drinks and gum are not allowed.
  • Large strollers remain outside the galleries; small loaner strollers are available at admission.
  • First Thursday has pay-what-you-can admission and studio activities from 4:30–6:30 p.m.
  • Check hours and admission and monthly programs for changes, or call 208-345-8330.

Official information: Official listing · Hours and admission · Family programs

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Idaho State Museum

Boise, Idaho · Family Attractions, Museums & Learning

Idaho State Museum in Boise connects Idaho’s landscapes, cultures and communities through artifacts and interactive history exhibits.

Admission
Adults $10; seniors 60+/military/veterans/college students $8; ages 6–17 $5; ages 5 and under and members free
Hours
Mon–Sat 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun noon–5 p.m.; last entry 4:15 p.m.
Parking
Parking arrangements need confirmation
Restrooms
Current availability needs confirmation
Access
Specific accessible facilities are not documented; confirm your needs
Setting
Indoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🏛️ Idaho history exhibitions
  • 🗺️ Interactive displays
  • 👨‍👩‍👧 Family Second Saturday activities
  • 📚 Homeschool resources
  • 🎓 Field trips and group tours

💡 Good to Know

  • Last admission is 45 minutes before closing. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by someone age 16 or older.
  • EBT cardholders receive $3 admission for up to four people. Guided groups of ten or more should book at least two weeks ahead. Check holiday closures.

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Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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