Highlands Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Boise State University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Boise State University during your trip to Boise. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
Albertsons Stadium
Catch an event at Albertsons Stadium during your trip to Boise. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Idaho State Capitol Building
After visiting Idaho State Capitol Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Boise. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Crane Creek Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Boise at Crane Creek Country Club. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
The Village at Meridian
You can search for that perfect souvenir at The Village at Meridian during your trip to Meridian. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
ExtraMile Arena
Catch an event at ExtraMile Arena during your trip to Boise. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Activities
Awesome Scavenger Hunt: Boise Hidden Treasures
Our pick of the best Highlands Hotel Deals
Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner
Staff was very kind and I loved the rooms as they were spacious and I prefer the vintage look over the basic modern look compared to other hotels.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hotel Renegade
What an amazing hotel in the smell is amazing
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
The Riverside Hotel, BW Premier Collection
This will be my go to in Boise moving forward. Location, amenities, friendly staff, big rooms. WiFi sucks a little in building 7 but besides that it’s great.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Boise - University Area by IHG
Unfortunately, there was a mild odor in my room... thinking diaper smell. I asked for some deodorizer and no one was able to help me. I suppose I could have asked to change rooms so thats on me. I stay here at least once a year to visit my son at college. Breakfast didn't seem as good this year. ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Layover Inn Boise Airport
The rooms were pleasant but needed aesthetic repairs.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hotel 43
We love Hotel 43. The location is perfect for downtown or a trip to the university. It is always clean and quiet. The staff is very helpful.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Highlands
North End
Visitors to North End enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, First United Presbyterian Church is worth a stop.
Sunset
While there might not be top attractions in Sunset, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Quail Hollow Golf Course and Payette Brewing Company.
West Downtown
While West Downtown isn't home to many top sights, Boise Centre and Knitting Factory are some notable places to visit nearby.
West End
West End might not have many top sights, but Payette Brewing Company and Kathryn Albertson Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Veterans Park
While Veterans Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cinder Winery and Quail Hollow Golf Course.
Downtown Boise
Downtown Boise is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Knitting Factory or Idaho Central Arena.
