{"id":32,"date":"2022-02-08T00:12:53","date_gmt":"2022-02-08T07:12:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/visitboise.com\/?page_id=32"},"modified":"2025-09-18T12:03:20","modified_gmt":"2025-09-18T18:03:20","slug":"family-fun","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/visitboise.com\/play\/family-fun\/","title":{"rendered":"Family Fun"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Boise is the perfect place for a family-friendly vacation. The city is home to hundreds of outdoor activities and indoor places to explore. We\u2019ve got a river, mountains, lakes, museums galore and entertainment centers, too. Not to mention sports teams, a zoo and some of the best parks in the state.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n

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Zoo Boise<\/h2>\n

Started in 1916, this open-air zoo has over 300 animals from 100 various species. It\u2019s located in Julia Davis Park along the Boise River Greenbelt and has zebras, giraffes, otters, sloth bears, penguins and native Idaho animals. You can buy food in the park or bring your own picnic lunch.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Learn more<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n

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Discovery Center<\/h2>\n

This interactive science museum has more than 40 hands-on exhibits and displays. Come learn why soap bubbles have iridescent colors, how machines and devices work, and much more<\/p>\n

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Parks<\/h2>\n

Boise has world-class parks right in the heart of the city. They\u2019re perfect for stretching your legs and taking in some fresh air. Get the deets on Boise\u2019s parks here, including amenities like playground equipment and much more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Learn more<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n

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Roaring Springs and Wahooz<\/h2>\n
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Take a mini vacation the whole family will love to Roaring Springs Waterpark and Wahooz Family Fun Zone. Roaring Springs major expansion is now open, making it one of the largest waterparks in the US, featuring:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

\u00b7 Camp IdaH2O watery wilderness playground with seven kids\u2019 slides and Tippin\u2019 Tater potato tipping bucket
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Wahooz Family Fun Zone is right next door, with 15 indoor & outdoor attractions, including go-karts, mini golf, bumper boats, an indoor adventure park, bowling, arcade & more. Make it a weekend getaway with discounted Triple the Fun tickets.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Learn more<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n

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Activities for Families in Spring and Summer<\/h3>\n

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