10 Shopping in Idaho That You Shouldn't Miss

September 4, 2021 Phylicia Berquist

A mixture of forested mountains, alpine peaks, wildflower meadows, deep river canyons, and high plains deserts, Idaho is a paradise for golf, skiing, fly fishing, and river rafting. Boise, the capital, is the state's largest city and airline hub. North of Boise are golf, lake, and ski resorts from McCall in the south to Sandpoint and Coeur D'Alene in the north. East of Boise are the ski slopes of Ketchum and Sun Valley. East of Sun Valley are Craters of the Moon National Monument, Pocatello, Idaho Falls, and the small town of Island Park just across the border from Yellowstone National Park. Boise's Basque Museum and Cultural Center reflects having the largest Basque population in the U.S. Reflecting Idaho's diverse heritage, near the Idaho Historical Museum in Boise's Julia Davis Park is the Idaho Black History Museum's chronicle of the slave York who served the Lewis & Clark Expedition. After a family visit to the Peregrine Fund's World Center for Birds of Prey and an outdoor performance at the Idaho Shakespeare Festival, the next stop after Boise is likely to be Payette Lake in McCall or Sun Valley and Ketchum. About 100 miles north of Boise, past Cascade Lake, McCall takes you to the shores of Payette Lake. Go golfing, fishing, hiking, biking, waterskiing, sailing, boating, or whitewater river rafting. Ski or snowshoe Brundage Mountain or Tamarack Resorts, as well as Ponderosa State Park in winter. Ice skate year-round at Manchester Ice & Event Centre. About 450 miles north of Boise, there are resort lakes near skiing and golf at Coeur d'Alene, Hayden Lake, and Sandpoint. Golf, tennis, mountain biking, hiking, fishing, rafting, and hunting are popular in Sun Valley and Ketchum. Sockeye salmon may no longer do much spawning in Redfish Lake, but the boating and mountain scenery in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area make the short trip north to Stanley worthwhile. When the snows come the whole family will head for the slopes of Soldier Mountain, Bald Mountain, Dollar Mountain, or the Sun Valley Resort. A tiny forested town of about 250 people, Island Park has a large reservoir with fishing and boating, as well as Henry's Fork of the Snake River for fly fishing. It's only 15 miles from Yellowstone as well.
Restaurants in Idaho

1. Moscow Farmers Market

206 E 3rd St Friendship Square, Moscow, ID 83843-2959 +1 208-883-7132 [email protected] http://www.ci.moscow.id.us/197/Farmers-Market
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5.0 based on 100 reviews

Moscow Farmers Market

This Saturday event celebrates local farmers, artists, craftspeople and musicians by providing them with an opportunity to interact directly with the community and its visitors. Highlights include fresh produce, meat, delicious homemade baked goods, healthy nursery plants, beautiful flowers and quality handmade crafts. The Moscow Farmers Market is located downtown in Friendship Square. It is held each Saturday, May through October, from 8:00 a.M. - 1:00 P.M.

Reviewed By llarking - Seattle, United States

You have to plan a trip thru the Farmers Market. Allow lots of leisure time to enjoy the entertainment, food offerings and the fabulous farmers and artisans from the local area.

7378 Highway 95 S, Riggins, ID 83549-5006 +1 208-628-3460 [email protected] http://www.uniqueantlerdesign.com
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5.0 based on 8 reviews

Unique Antler Design Wildlife Gallery

Wildlife Gallery featuring original moose antler carvings, antler lighting and furniture, original soapstone wildlife sculpture, wildlife photography, and much more. Featuring local artists. Artist owned and operated. Artist demonstrations and tours as advertised.

3. Boise Art Glass

1124 W Front St, Boise, ID 83702-6951 +1 208-345-1825 [email protected] http://www.boiseartglass.com
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5.0 based on 80 reviews

Boise Art Glass

Boise Art Glass: Fine Art Glass and Classes in Boise, Idaho. We are driven to do what we love! Our goal is to share our passion with our community while creating positive, memorable experiences. Boise Art Glass is independently owned by a professional artist. Striving to communicate quality through our showcase of fine glass products, we display a variety of handmade items ranging from sculptures, chandeliers, jewelry and more. You have the opportunity to hand-make an item of your choice with us in one of our many classes. Our Glassblowing Studio and Gallery is open to the public! We offer classes, supplies, torch/furnace rentals, custom orders and live demonstrations. Give us a call!

Reviewed By kdmt13 - Red Lodge, United States

My daughter (14) and I had an absolute blast making glasses on our visit to Boise! It was such a unique and fun experience to add to our trip. Austin was a great instructor and helped us each make a glass that we love! Best souvenir ever! Megan was a champ to get us in for a class on short notice!

4. Rusty Retro Antiques & Oddities

604 Caldwell Blvd, Nampa, ID 83651-1704 +1 208-475-3992 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/RustyRetroAntiques
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5.0 based on 8 reviews

Rusty Retro Antiques & Oddities

We specialize in the odd, the unusual, and the fantastic! Come experience the fun, unique vibe in our shop full of ever-changing vintage finds. With three rooms stuffed to the rafters with furniture, vintage & handcrafted jewelry, toys, Pyrex, oddities, local steampunk artwork and more, you are sure to find something that fits your style.

5. Garden Valley Center for the Arts

1068 Old Crouch Road, Garden Valley, Idaho #a, Crouch, ID 83622-8042 +1 208-462-6860 http://www.gardenvalleycenterforthearts.org/
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Garden Valley Center for the Arts

415 E Sherman Ave, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814-2728 +1 208-765-6006 [email protected] http://theartspiritgallery.com/
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5.0 based on 40 reviews

The Art Spirit Gallery

Established in 1997, The Art Spirit Gallery features high-quality, original work by regional artists embracing a diversity of mediums and styles. The gallery seeks to exhibit artists with a unique voice that show a dedication to craft, materials, observation and creativity. The 4,000 square foot gallery has hosted about 200 exhibitions and curated shows, generally opening on the second Friday of each month. It's a vibrant art environment that makes art collecting and browsing relaxed and enjoyable. Gallery founder Steve Gibbs started the gallery after a successful 15-year career as an art director and graphic designer. He strived to promote high-quality art in the resort community of Coeur d’Alene while fostering the work of local and regional artists. He joined with various arts organizations to actively promote art education and develop awareness and participation in the arts on a community and state level. Since Steve's passing on December 31, 2016, the gallery is continuing to move forward to keep his beautiful legacy alive. We have also recently collaborated with the University of Idaho to create the Art Spirit Education Collaboratory. This non-profit will run alongside the for-profit gallery as an educational arts entity. We are proud to celebrate 20 years of business in July 2017!

7. James Castle House

5015 N Eugene St, Boise, ID 83703-2720 +1 208-336-6610 [email protected] http://www.jamescastlehouse.org
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James Castle House

Serving as a testimony to the life and work of American artist, James Castle and rooted in Castle’s sense of wonder and discovery, the house today is a center for contemporary and historical exhibits, tours, performances, talks, an Artist-in-Residence program, and community partnerships. Both the historic buildings and the new wing invite you to explore the spaces unique only to James Castle.

Reviewed By msmaxey2813 - Meridian, United States

The James Castle House has many layers. The tours and gallery experience provide information about James Castle’s life and home. The artist in residence space is a way for artists to connect with the space and the public in a different way and the general store has nostalgic pieces similar to items that James Castle had along with contemporary items that relate to the place.

8. Idaho State Museum

610 Julia Davis Dr, Boise, ID 83702-7646 +1 208-334-2120 [email protected] http://history.idaho.gov/museum
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4.5 based on 110 reviews

Idaho State Museum

The Idaho State Museum is a fun, interactive experience where people of all ages and backgrounds come to explore the story of Idaho! Featuring over 514 artifacts on display, 800 photographs, and 46 individual multimedia exhibits, the museum shows the profound relationship between Idaho's land and its people shaping each other over time.

Reviewed By Way2013 - San Diego, United States

This is one great museum! Lots to see and lots to learn. Going through this museum is just one incredible educational experience. There are some volunteers at the museum and their knowledge of any subject at the museum is amazing. Well worth visiting.

9. Kootenai County Farmers' Market

Sherman Ave and Fifth St, Coeur d'Alene, ID http://www.kootenaifarmersmarkets.org/
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4.5 based on 16 reviews

Kootenai County Farmers' Market

10. BoCo Collectibles

204 Main St, Idaho City, ID 83631 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/BoCo-Collectibles-875637195816437/
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4.5 based on 5 reviews

A unique fine art and souvenir shoppe. Located in the heart of downtown Idaho City in the Boise National Forest. Come see wonderful works of art including pieces by Picasso and Chagall.

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