About 235,000 people.
Boise is the capital and largest city of Idaho, and it is the heart of the state's government, business, and culture. It sits along the Boise River with the mountains rising right behind downtown.
You can walk or bike the Boise River Greenbelt, splash at Zoo Boise, or explore the Idaho State Capitol and the fun shops along Freak Alley with its colorful murals.
Downtown Boise is full of museums, theaters, and tasty restaurants, plus the shiny gold dome of the State Capitol that you can visit for free.
The Boise River Greenbelt is a 25-mile tree-lined path perfect for biking, and the nearby foothills have trails where you might spot deer and hawks.