Boise, Idaho, nestled in the scenic Treasure Valley, is a vibrant city known for its outdoor adventures, thriving arts scene, and strong sense of community. Surrounded by the Rocky Mountains and Boise River, the city offers ample opportunities for hiking, biking, and water sports in the nearby foothills and parks. Boise's downtown area buzzes with life, featuring eclectic shops, diverse restaurants, and lively entertainment venues. The city's cultural offerings include the Boise Art Museum, the Idaho State Capitol, and numerous festivals celebrating music, food, and culture throughout the year. With its blend of natural beauty, cultural richness, and welcoming atmosphere, Boise captures the essence of the Idahoan spirit and continues to attract residents and visitors alike.
If you're a local and looking to escape for a weekend, keep reading. With a vast array of short domestic destinations, there are also some international destinations within reach. Here are some weekend getaway ideas for locals in the Boise, Idaho, area within a non-stop 4-hour flight. More importantly, these trips are all possible without having to request PTO (for you M-F 9-5'ers); it just depends on what you want to do at your destination.
Las Vegas, Nevada (LAS) - 1 Hour and 40 Minute Flight
Why go?
Gambling, Hoover Dam, Death Valley National Park, Valley of Fire State Park, Partying, more Gambling.
What to do?
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When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Southwest from BOI - See flight deals
Spirit from BOI - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $20+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Denver, Colorado (DEN) - 2 Hour Flight
Why go?
Mountains, beer, National Parks, hiking, clean city, nice people.
What to do?
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When to go?
Year-round. Ski in the winter. Hike in the summer.
Who can fly you there?
United from BOI - See flight deals
Southwest from BOI - See flight deals
Frontier from BOI - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $150+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Seattle, Washington (SEA) - 1 Hour and 30 Minute Flight
Why go?
Whales, Olympic National Park, Mt. Rainier National Park, North Cascades National Park, gorgeous views, intelligent individuals, good breweries.
What to do?
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When to go?
Summer (you can't really avoid the rain but you can pray)
Who can fly you there?
United from BOI - See flight deals
Delta from BOI - See flight deals
Frontier from BOI - See flight deals
Alaska from BOI - See flight deals
Southwest from BOI - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $140+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
Visit the REI flagship store. Wow.
Portland, Oregon (PDX) - 1 Hour and 10 Minute Flight
Why go?
Surfing. Oregon coast is only 1 hour away. Mt. Hood is nearby as well.
What to do?
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When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Delta from BOI - See flight deals
Alaska from BOI - See flight deals
SkyWest from BOI - See flight deals
Horizon from BOI - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $140+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Los Angeles, California (LAX, BUR, SNA, LGB, SBA, ONT) - 2 Hour and 20 Minute Flight
Why go?
Surfing, Hiking, Sports, City Life, Culture, Fame, Disneyland, Food.
What to do?
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When to go?
Year-round
Who can fly you there?
United from BOI - See flight deals
Delta from BOI - See flight deals
Alaska from BOI - See flight deals
SkyWest from BOI - See flight deals
Horizon from BOI - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $150+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
San Diego, California (SAN) - 2 Hour and 15 Minute Flight
Why go?
Surfing, Hiking, Zoo, Mountain Biking, Partying.
What to do?
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When to go?
Year-round
Who can fly you there?
Delta from BOI - See flight deals
Alaska from BOI - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $200+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
San Francisco, California (SFO, SJC, OAK) - 2 Hour Flight
Why go?
Tours, Food, Silicon Valley, Golden Gate Bridge, Surfing
What to do?
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When to go?
Summer
Who can fly you there?
United from BOI - See flight deals
Frontier from BOI - See flight deals
Southwest from BOI - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $190+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Chicago, Illinois (ORD, MDW) - 3 Hour and 30 Minute Flight
Why go?
Food, bars, sports, rivers!
What to do?
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When to go?
Summer
Who can fly you there?
AA from BOI - See flight deals
Southwest from BOI - See flight deals
United from BOI - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $350+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
For bourbon enthusiasts, visit Untitled Supper Club on W Kinzie for an incredible speakeasy experience.
Salt Lake City, Utah (SLC) - 1 Hour and 10 Minute Flight
Why go?
Skiing, Salt Flats, Mormons, and great National Parks within a moderate drive.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Salt Lake City
When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Delta from BOI - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $250+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
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