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.
Plan your visit
2445 Old Penitentiary Rd, Boise, Idaho 83712
- 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
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🌳 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.
Listing review date: 2026-10-15