Culinary and Cultural Tour of Boise

4.76

4.8(85 reviews)

3 hours

English

Mobile ticket

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Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

Discover the heart of Boise through its flavors, stories, and hidden gems on the Capital City Culinary & Cultural Tour. This guided walking tour is the only experience in Boise that blends curated tastings with rich local history and vibrant culture. Stroll through iconic sites like the Idaho State Capitol, Freak Alley Gallery, and the Basque Block, while enjoying delicious bites from top local spots like Boise Fry Company, Ansots Basque Chorizos, Acero, and The Chocolat Bar. Led by passionate local guides, you’ll get insider stories, meet local makers, and taste the best of the city in one unforgettable afternoon. Book now to see—and savor—Boise like never before!

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Minimum drinking age is 21 years

Dress code is smart casual

Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Availability for shows cannot be checked without making a booking. Credit cards will only be charged upon confirmation of show availability

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

What To Expect

Cecil D Andrus Park

Your culinary and cultural adventure begins in the heart of downtown Boise at the beautiful Cecil D. Andrus Park. As guests gather beneath the shade of century-old trees, your friendly local guide will share an overview of the day ahead—highlighting Boise’s unique history, vibrant food scene, and hidden gems. It’s the perfect spot to meet your fellow explorers, snap your first photos, and get excited for the delicious journey to come.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Idaho State Capitol Building

Just steps away, your first cultural stop is the Idaho State Capitol Building—the only state capitol in the U.S. heated by geothermal energy! Here, you’ll take in the majestic architecture, hear fascinating stories about Idaho’s past and present, and get a deeper sense of how this city blends heritage with innovation. This iconic landmark sets the stage for a tour that’s as enriching as it is flavorful.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Tour with Alcohol Pairing

Food tour ticket plus alcohol pairing. Includes 2-3 alcoholic beverage tastings during tour. Must be age 21+

Tour with Mocktail Pairing

Mocktail Option: Food and Walking Tour without Alcohol

What‘s Included

Local guide

Bottled water

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Guaranteed to skip the long lines

All activities

Food tasting

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.76

85 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Food and Fun in Boise
jimandliannm,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Love our tour of beautiful Boise. The food was great. Our guide, Henry, was very entertaining and informative. Would happily do this one again.
Restful eating through Boise!
Gloria G,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
The experience is wonderful and the guide, Henry, is very knowledgeable about the Boise food scene. This experience gives you some cultural information about the Boise pioneers.
Great tour and guide!
lslazinik,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our tour guide, Henry, was very nice and knew so much about the Boise area and it's food scene. I loved learning about the city's history and seeing all the landmarks as well. Highly recommend!
Experience some of the best of Boise
Curious697230,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Adan was a fantastic tour guide! He was both knowledgeable and fun! The restaurants were all great, but Ansot’s was amazing! Ansot actually came and sat with us and his delightful daughter who owns the restaurant with him was so personable! Great tour! I highly recommend booking!
Before exploring the city, give it a try. Worth it!
Javier M,May 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our tour was an excellent experience. Henry was great. Local guy that loves to travel and gastronomy. We connected with him right away. The places that we went to were really good. There was enough time to enjoy each place. Henry would be kind enough to give us a short story behind every dish and restaurant that we went to. In addition, being a local makes everything easier. Main question that a lot of people ask: do you get full? Yes, we did. If you are planning on staying in Boise for a couple of days, I advice you to give it a try before exploring the city.
Basque treats
DuffyR93,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very enjoyable tour for highlights of the Boise food scene. Our tour guide, Bob, was very knowledgeable of the history of Boise and especially the Basque neighborhood, food and immigrant history. Definitely worth your while!
Great Way to Learn About Boise
Joel H,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Adan was wonderful! It was a great way to get a little history and experience Boise in a fun, casual, and informative way. The food was delicious. Highly recommend!
Awesome Boise Tour
Lisa B,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Not too much walking, a perfect amount of history, eating and drinking! Adan was very flexible, funny and knowledgeable!
Unique, Well Organized Experience, Highly Recommend!
595lauric,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We were in a group of four to celebrate a friends 61st birthday. We are all locals yet learned fascinating information about our city we did not know. We really enjoyed the unique areas we were taken, the history and the food was fantastic at each location -not to mention how friendly and welcoming each restaurant staff were to us. However, the best part was our tour guide Bob who was engaging, personable, informative and lots of fun! We would highly recommend the experience to anyone!!!
Great way to spend an afternoon.
LorMar13,Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
As a native Idahoan I was surprised at all I learned on this tour. Was not only informative but full of fun facts. Our group was 3 couples which seemed to be a good size group. It was enjoyable to share the afternoon experience with out of towners. All the food ‘samples’ were delicious and interesting. We did not go hungry that’s for sure. We found a few restaurants we didn’t know existed & look forward to going back. Our tour guide , Aden David , was enthusiastic and had fun stories about Boise. I would recommend this outing to both visitors & locals.