Idaho is the second-fastest-growing state in the nation, and much of that is due to the appeal of Boise. Often overlooked as a tourist destination, Boise is highly walkable and offers easy access to outdoorsy activities and its own twist on attractions you’d expect from bigger cities in the northwest. Whether you’re planning a road trip through the region or looking for a new up-and-coming long weekend getaway, here are nine reasons to visit under-the-radar Boise.

Idaho is the second-fastest-growing state in the nation, and much of that is due to the appeal of Boise. Often overlooked as a tourist destination, Boise is highly walkable and offers easy access to outdoorsy activities and its own twist on attractions you’d expect from bigger cities in the northwest. Whether you’re planning a road trip through the region or looking for a new up-and-coming long weekend getaway, here are nine reasons to visit under-the-radar Boise.