BOISE: SUMMER VISIT GUIDE
It’s summertime in Boise and the fun is heating up. Boise’s warmest time of year is perfect for hiking, biking, and enjoying other outdoor
activities during the cooler mornings. Then when things get too hot, retreat to one of Boise’s many air-conditioned museums, theaters,
or restaurants. When the sun goes down, the action continues with a full slate of outdoor concerts and events, along with plenty of
nightlife downtown. Along with scheduling a visit to Concordia University School of Law, here are a host of other activities to consider
during a three-day visit to Idaho’s capital city and legal hub.
DAY ONE: PICTURE-PERFECT
Kick-off your day with a visit to the Concordia University School of Law campus, ideally
situated in the heart of the state’s legal community. Take a tour, meet the faculty, ask
questions, and learn more about the opportunities that await. If your appetite for law has
made you hungry for brunch ala Boise, head to Moon’s Kitchen & Café for breakfast, brunch,
and burgers – along with their world-famous milkshakes, with flavors including banana,
mocha java, pineapple, and malt. Next, walk off a few calories at the BAM – the Boise Art
Museum – where you can enjoy the permanent collection as well as current exhibits on
folk art and contemporary ceramics. At the end of the day, chill out at the Payette Brewing
Company’s tasting room and enjoy any of their house-made brews on tap – including Rustler, Mutton Buster, and Fly Line Vienna Lager.
DAY TWO: SOMETHING’S FISHY
Get a jump on the heat at the Morrison Knudsen Nature Center — offering
a wildlife-in-the-city experience on a 4.6-acre site across the Boise River
Greenbelt. The StreamWalk and Visitor Center provide a glimpse of Idaho’s
many landscapes and abundant wildlife, while underwater viewing windows along
the stream give you a fish-eye view of the aquatic world. From there, stay in the
swim of things with a trip to the Aquarium of Boise, home to more than 250
species of animals and marine life. Had enough wildlife for one day? Go vegan –
and relax – at the Shangri-La Tearoom and Vegetarian Restaurant. The matcha
green tea ice cream is a fitting end to any day.
DAY THREE: DOWN BY THE RIVER
Rise and shine, then visit the Lucky Peak State Park to enjoy sandy beaches and
clear cool water. The Spring Shores Trail offers lakeside access including boat ramps, a marina, and on-site watercraft rentals. After
drying off, relive your childhood at the Idaho Candy Company where you can buy anything from a single chocolate bar to an entire tub of
hand-crafted toffee. Spend an artistic evening at Boise Art Glass, where
you can sign up for a one-hour class to learn how to blow beautiful glass
beads, vases, and more – the perfect memento to remind you of your Boise
experience.
The best way to see if Concordia University School of Law is
right for you is to visit. Plan a three-day trip and you’ll quickly
see why Boise is consistently ranked as one of America’s best
places to live.
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