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Boise Depot

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2603 W Eastover Terrace, Boise, ID 83706, United States

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Claudia Lindsey

Great place to take visitors! Beautiful building, many photo opportunities and wonderful views of downtown Boise and the foothill mountains!

Luis M.

I’ve always drove past it , this time it was such a great idea to actually stop and enjoy the views!!! This is a great place for a great walk- to take in the views as well.

Johanna Huber

Great historical site. Got to go up in the bell tower. They need a rubber stamp for visitors to stamp their natl park & historical sites passport books.

Carra McClure

I was ever so lucky to visit this amazing depot with so much history! My friends had their reception here and we had this beautiful place all to ourselves!

Kan Fu

Large place for a leisure walk. Some old railway exhibits representing the old times worth taking a look. You can also walk along the historical railways for a distance.

Timo Kötter

Boise Depot and Platt Gardens are a great spot, offering a great view of Boise's downtown. A nice place to take pictures.

Joerg Hecke

Great historic event location with a stunning view over Boise downtown. Nice!!

Robert “Rob” Scott

One of Boise's Best Kept secrets. awesome place to take your family for a quick tour

Nadine Kiyonaga

We took a free short tour on a Sunday with Eric. He was fantastic! Dressed in a conductor uniform and all! He provided lots of information about the depot and its history. It wasn't a very long tour and grateful that our group was just my family and another 2 people so we really got a personalized tour. The depot is beautiful and utilized as a party venue, which I think would be spectacular at night all lit up. The gardens are beautiful and there's a perfect photo shot of downtown Boise straight to the Capital. If you're visiting from out of town, it's just a quick stop and I think it's a must.

Tyler Shute

Beautiful spot, and gorgeous in the morning. Lots of fond memories here… wont forget any time soon.

Ed Price

Great venue for parties and it is actually a historic train station. Union Pacific trains used to stop here, on their journey on the Overland Route from Omaha to Portland. There is also an old UP steam engine static display here. Highly recommended!

Elena Soto

Nice peaceful quiet park with beautiful flower gardens. The depot hosts events such as weddings mostly and high school proms. Great place for solo photo shoots or family photos.

Boise City Tours

The Boise train depot is an iconic landmark with an amazing view. A beautiful location that is perfect for a memorable photo-op for your trip to Boise. A must see!

Craig Kiyonaga

After walking the grounds many times (absolutely beautiful btw) We did the monthly guided tour….OMG this is the icing on the cake, this adds such a huge component to this wonderful building…learning the history gives you a much bigger appreciation to this Boise landmark! A must do!

Katy Kithcart (Katy Kithcart Creative)

The Boise Train Depot is a classic spot for a family outing or photography sessions! I’ve photographed a few different sessions here, from weddings to seniors. The Depot is beautiful year round, especially with the view of downtown Boise! It’s particularly pretty if you go in Spring or Fall with all of the flowers and plants around. If you’re looking for an intimate, classy wedding venue, I’d definitely recommend the Depot! I’ve photographed multiple weddings here and each one is able to transform the space into something unique. The staff always seems on top of things and there’s a cute bridal suite for the people to get ready in! Plus, they usually allow you to go up in the bell tower!

Sarah Holmes

One of the most beautiful places I like to visit! Great for pictures and just to relax. Inside the depot is absolutely magical and there is nothing about this amazing place that I don't love! 😊 …

Ben L

Well worth the trip. Tons of history here to explore. Make sure to take the guided trip up to the top of the bell tower. It doesnt cost anything but it is escorted. Views of Capitol Avenue and the Capital building are great. The depot itself is very clean and well taken care of. The grounds around are very nice too.

Schonie Lee

One of my favorite places in Boise! The depot itself is gorgeous, be sure to take the elevator up the tower and see the bell and beautiful views of the city and grounds. Koi ponds, grass areas to relax and picnic, and of course the locomotive!

Ray B

Neat spot for Idaho history and to enjoy beautiful weather! It also has the best view of downtown Boise, to take pictures of with the capitol building in the shot!

Sesar Urkaregi

Boise just seems special for some reason. I'm kind of thinking that the Boise Depot is the Cherry on top. Such a beautiful place with such a great view. The koy pond is so relaxing.

K F

Great spot to catch the sunrise. The inside etc was closed so I only utilized the parking area.

Kara Scanlon

Such a great tourist spot, and they were setting up for a wedding that looked absolutely gorgeous! This seems like the perfect place to have an event in downtown Boise!

Shane Tristan

Best view of Boise! Such a beautiful city!

Pete Serra

Amazing little gem just outside downtown Boise with a ton of history, a huge "Big Mike" locomotive, beautiful koi pond, and GORGEOUS views of the city all around.

Wilkinson Pest Control

Amazing views at sunset and early twilight.. walked around with my dad and my wife taking pictures

Erin Nichols

Beautiful architecture and very peaceful to walk around. It's a great place for a quiet picnic or to take pictures too.

Glenn J. Letteer, Ed.D, MBA

My wife and I went to the depot to feed the ducks and koi fish 🐟. It was so much fun man. Really down low and stuff. …

David Roberts

Beautiful building to tour and great venue for weddings and other events. the garden is pretty and great for taking portrait photos

J Stef

Fascinating look at the Union Pacific railroad in southern Idaho. The free tour was excellent and gives you access to the bell tower, which had fabulous views of the valley.

Market Solution Services

Very cool place to hang out. In the show people were hanging out, exploring and sledding. Great spot on the Boise Bench!

grossem2 Gr

For well preserved classic old train stations next to still working tracks and well kept grounds this is a great visit.

Rich McDowell

The depot is a historic place with a great view of downtown Boise and the foothills.

Katy Allan

If you like trains and having find this is where you need to be. The depot offers a sky high view awesome plants and amazing architecture and it is a place to bring your kids.

patricia just

Such wonderful historical building

Heidi G

I visited for a private event. The venue is gorgeous and there's something magical about trains and train tracks. Beginnings and journeys! I hope to return to check out the displays and learn some history! Overall it's well kept and gorgeous. There are plenty of great places to take pictures!

Phillip Canedy

Great spot with top view if not to utilize train travel, park for lunch break and or photos.

Author Shavonne L. Jackson

Must stop by this gem of a place… especially for the best overall views of Beautiful Boise!

Eve McClure

The depot is an integral part of Boise that has withstood the test of time🌹 It is as much a part of Boise as the cross at Tablerock, Camelsback park, the MK Nature Center, the Greenbelt, Lucky Peak & Barber Park, the Capitol Bldg, the Night Light Parade, Art in the Park, the Stagecoach, the Ranch Club, Freak Alley, and all the other places that make Boise home❤

Dennis Weiler

A lot of history. Very nice beamed ceiling with original paint found under the coal dust. View from the bell tower is spectacular!

Ben Turner

Very cool place. Beautiful garden with a large koi pond. The acoustics in the auditorium are not great for gatherings where you may have a keynote speaker.

Rich Mithoff

Very interesting historical landmark with excellent photo opportunities of the classic architecture and Boise skyline.

Evelyn OBrien

I'm very sad that we don't have the train running from Portland to Pocatello! I use to ride it and it was the best!! I miss it so much 😢 Please bring back the train 🚆

Maria Ruiz

This place was close for a wedding we just take some pictures around the place is beautiful green areas around we can see the city from there

Mariaelisa Streeter

Boise Depot is beatiful place for sightseeing. The view is spectacular, overseeing city of Boise. You can also take beautiful pictures.

Jezmynne Dene

Great place for a walk in the gardens, or to watch the train roll through! Excellent view of downtown Boise. A fun spot!

Dawn Brooks

Good spot for pictures

Vincent Vargas

Way more interesting than I thought it would be! Beautiful architecture and wonderfully preserved. The Tour Guide on duty was very knowledgeable and our conversation with him was a real highlight to our visit. When we visited the Capitol later , standing at the top of the steps you can see it straight down the street and remembering what we had learned about the significant role it played in the cities growth was really nice. Thank you!

Athena Gappmayer

Went inside for the first time today... smells old. Cool architecture.

Mike Curry

Always a fun photo stop and to visit inside when open. I love that the outside is illuminated at night.

Mary Mike Donohue

Wonderful historical bldg & great views from Bell Tower

Mary Ellen Urquidi

Gorgeous views. Very lovely Coy fish pond.

Janice Godfrey

Great old place, however, it was so warm we got toasted out quickly! I guess it has thermo heat, it works!!!

Kirk Brantner

Beautiful building. Amazing views of the mountains, downtown, and the Capital building. No longer sa functioning train station. Open on Sunday for exploring, and available for weddings and special events.

Ray Lamphere

One of those places that you walk into and see how your grandparents travelled and imagine them on the steps or picnicking in the gardens or at the ticket counter.

astryd savage

such a fun place to spend some time! there are a bunch of beautiful fish and always ducks to feed 😁 …

Seravin Behnken

Beautiful view point of Boise. Worth stopping and seeing if you're traveling through like we were.

Jacque

Go on Sunday or Monday between 11-5 the volunteers are super friendly. We even got to go to the top of the Bell Tower.

Kristen Shafer

Went to my little cousins wedding here, it was beautiful and staff is very nice an respectful. Beautiful Place.

Robert Holt

The Boise Train Depot is a great place for kids and adults. Nice picnic areas with shade to take a break or have a relaxing lunch. The ponds that run throughout the park have beautiful koy fish that are always active and like to swim around. There is a Train on display on the sideof the building that the kids always love to go look at.

Hannah Yang

Beautiful building and great view of downtown Boise.

Steve Langdon

Very nice place to see views of downtown Boise and the valley, have an event such as a wedding or similar, have pictures taken take and take a look at the old train. Good place to walk around and relax. Just be mindful of the goose droppings 😏 …

Mike Mac

Good history and a great wedding venue. Might be used for a real train depot again.

Tony Keife

Best place in Boise to view downtown and the surrounding mountains.

Kerry Potts

It was totally awesome!! So many things to see on the day we went!!

Tamara Aldhannoon

Always we feel happy when we go up to Boise Depot. Beautiful city of Boise

Elizabeth Nichols

So cool such neat history! So beautiful ❤️

Bobbi Woolsey

Had a blast. GREAT place for banquets OR parties!

Ronnie D. “COWBOY” Coulson

AWSUME old train station, way 😎 and BIG MIKE the locomotive is really a great picture opportunity

Hung Vu

Great place to take pre-wedding photos

Jason Weinel

What a great atmosphere! Staff was great and the Boise Depot was a great setting for the Best of British Tour! Thank you Triumph Boise for hosting a great party!

DeAnn Tackman

This is a childhood favorite of mine. Been going to the Depot since I was a child. Still love everything about it!!

Shellli C

I loved the Sunday tour with our Conductor. Fun, informative, accurate.

Steve Hetherington

Amazing history and restoration... Beautiful building and grounds

kelly huth

Cool place to visit on a hot day (literally). Great acoustics, and a killer view down capitol boulevard.

Victoria Marie Williams

My children and I love going there and we go regularly too. We'll definitely be back!

Mark Longstroth

Beautiful landscaping, view of city and old steam locomotive. Depot interior is open to public on Sunday and Monday and available for function rental

Chris Owens

We went up to then top of the tower where you could see the Capitol building the airport and Federal Way street!

Angel Thoreson

Absolutely beautiful.

Abe McHatton

Thomas the Tank Engine would live here. Am I Right?

Brooklyn Legg

I had my wedding at this location and it worked perfect for us! Such a pretty location and a great indoor and outdoor venue. Also such a great staff and they were an awesome help!

Tauna Gregory

Great place for Engagement pictures even on a rainy day.

Michele Jarvis

Delightful piece of Boise History with awesome views.

william ota

Like the history of the place. A real locomotive on sight. Museum opens on Sundays, need to check for times. Enjoy the walk around, just be careful of poison ivy.

astryd savage

I love taking my kids here, especially in the summer when the koi fish are in the ponds!

Triton Tatsumi

Pretty view of downtown. Closed after sundown though

Sehara Natural

My daughter got married there. Really beautiful and romantic place.

Kala N S

Beautiful place. Ideal for weddings

Angela

Great view of the city of Boise especially at night. Great historical place!

Jana Baker

Amazing day! Soooo beautiful, seems the koy have personalities. Took plenty of pictures to paint.

Edwin Solorzano

Perfect spot to take great shots of downtown Boise and walk around the Depot.

Jennifer Carpenter

Best place to take pictures of my FAVORITE capital!!! 💖💖💖 The grounds are beautiful, as is the inside, as well. Gorgeous, HISTORIC place to visit!!! …

Sean Gallagher

It was, unfortunately, closed when we visited but it was a very interesting looking building and had a fantastic view of the city.

Stephanie Gump

Great view. Watched the fireworks. Was very impressive.

JezElling

Great ace to hold special events largely due to the picture perfect scenery available for photos. Anniversary, family. Photos, senior pictures even weddings.

Genevieve Kopping

Beautiful venue! I've visited here for tours, wedding receptions, and family pictures. Just lovely and a great novelty spot in the Treasure Valley.

Kevin Linson

I love the historical places like this one.

Keith Freeman

Awesome place. Go check it out for sure.

Anna Tackman

Great place to visit, especially on days where the museum is open. There's plenty of shade and varied scenery and feel throughout the year. One of the local go to places to get professional photos for any occasion. Also doubles as an event venue. One museum days, it's great to learn about the history and to bring the kids.

Mike McClure

Very cool spot for photo shoots

Shane Mosley

Such a great place to see. Amazing sights of downtown and great venue for weddings or other photos too. Lots of variation in places to do different types of shots

Sue Ann Van Epps

I love this spot. The view is wonderful and the tours of the grand old building so nice.

Corla Legg

We hosted our daughter's wedding at the Boise Train Depot. It was absolutely beautiful and the staff were so kind and helpful.

Shawn Sherman

Great photo op spot. Check out the steam locomotive.

Jobin George Mathew

A must visit site in Boise. They are open to the public on Sundays and Mondays and you can catch a bird's eye view of Boise from the tower :)

Marissa Cowlishaw

Love the view. Great place for photos

Christie Carroll

If you live in Boise or even visited, you cannot miss going to this cool landmark! Not only you get to enjoy the overlooking downtown but the entire place is just great! The pond, the railroad track, the train. If you come here during Spring, they have wonderful array of flower displayed (This year though, I don't see any which was weird) No wonder people are flocking & do their weddings & photos here, such a beautiful scenery! If you haven't done a tour inside the building, I suggest you should! Great to know the history & the cool stuff that they kept & preserved. Also go climb the tower & maybe ring the bell? I'm not sure if I did try to ring it or somebody did lol. I definitely want to do another tour inside!

Jerimiah Campbell

Great place to go for a piece of Boise history. Beautiful park to get pictures of or views of downtown. The depot hosts different interesting events during the year that are cool to check out. If that's not enough and Pokemon Go is your jam there are a lot of stops and a gym.

Leif Odegard

My company recently hosted a holiday party here and we had a great time. There was a guide who gave us a fantastic tour of the historic bell tower, as well as providing tons of very fascinating information about the history of the building and the area. I can highly recommend visiting at least once and getting a tour!

colter johnson

Fun place to visit. Lots to see. Both the gardens outside and the building are fun for the whole family to explore. The staff were exceptionally friendly and knowledgeable. If you can check out the bell tower. The view is great. Whether visiting or Boise or living here everyone should visit the Boise Depot.

Riley Larkin

Seriously, I've lived in Boise for 7 years, and I still go to the Train Depot just about once a month. It's gorgeous at night, it's gorgeous in the day, it is gorgeous in all the seasons, and it offers one of my favorite views of Boise there is. Great for dates, pictures, picnics, or just to wander and experience a quiet moment. One of the best places in Idaho.

Kristin Sturtevant

Nice place to have a memorial. Married outside 28 years ago

Jose RV

If you’re looking for an amazing few of the foothills and downtown Boise this is your place to go. If you’re looking for a pretty place to take pictures at wether it’s for a wedding, prom, quince, any special occasion this is your place to go! Very clean area and easy to get to. They have free tours too on certain days.

Christine Bergseng

Great views and atmosphere! So cool, old movie set feel.

Gwenn

This beautiful old Depot has been around since before I can remember.. (and that's quite a bit of time!) To just sit and watch the Capitol Blvd traffic or just simply be there.. what a beautiful sight of our Boise hills and downtown scenery. The Depot alone is actually a calming place to be.. Just so long as you're respectful of other's desire to be there as well. 💞 *Please note: This is solely and entirely based upon my point of view and/or opinion. I therefore hold no liability for the assumption of other's who may take this review into consideration.

Patti

Beautifully restored. The grounds are well kept, and there are huge koi in the pond. They will take you up into the bell tower, where the view of the Capitol building and downtown is magnificent!

Michele McDermid

Boise Depot is beautifully restored and has historic displays from the era of early train travel. My great grandfather was a conductor with Union Pacific based out of Boise Depot. It is wonderful to share that history with my children, his great, great grandchildren. Ride the elevator to the top of the Bell tower for a panoramic view of Boise.

Tasnim Ara Islam Mou

Boise Depot (8.7 acres) is the former train station in the western United States, opened in 1925, at an elevation of 2,757 feet above sea level. You can see the stunning city skyline and foothills from the Depot patio. The bell tower is 96 feet tall and can be seen throughout the city at night. The great hall of the Boise Depot is a 3,542 square foot multi-story atrium. It has six arched entrances. Big Mike (Engine No. 2295), a Mikado-type steam locomotive, built-in 1920, is placed on the east side of the Boise Depot which is one of the main attractions here. The Boise Depot has a garden with a winding walkway, benches, a pond, a monument of volcanic rock, and planter beds with seasonal flowers that were designed by Spanish landscape architect Ricardo Espino. The pond has different types of large fishes swimming in the pond. It is the best place for picnic and taking photos. I used to go there during my evening walk and I always felt refreshed visiting there. I love this place. I definitely recommend it if you are visiting Boise.

Steve Empey (Stmpy)

I am a train enthusiast so my opinion may be slanted some. The Depot is a historical place. It is a great place to visit and to be for picnics, and can be booked for special events. The view of Boise is awesome, the grounds are landscaped, and a good place for pictures. I enjoy the nostalgia that is preserved in it, and the Big Mike locomotive on display (UP X2295).

Elijah Lewis

the views are amazing but you aren't allowed to go in without a pricy reservation

Travis

The family and I chose this spot for group pictures. There are multiple different spots right out front for a great memory, there are little ponds with fish great looking bridges. We took a few by this rock setup with a small waterfall it looked amazing.

Lisa Richards

History of Old Town Boise! Read the interesting plaque near the garden. It explains the master plan of the city and how the depot and the capital building are on opposite ends of the boulevard. I was there when the depot itself wasn't open so I can't comment on the interior. The exterior was cool though and being from California I was surprised to see Spanish style architecture!

Laura Newman

If you are there for a private event, there is an elevator operator there and you can go up into the bell tower. It's a beautiful view of the city and you'll also learn some historical tidbits about Boise and the Depot. Also, the venue itself is beautiful.

Maurie Denner

Very interesting history. Built in early 20th century. Closed in 1999 and turned into a meeting spot. Tours available on 1st Sunday of the month. Interesting Spanish style architecture. Mission Style exterior with elaborate exposed beams inside.

Taylor Colson

Amazing place to visit during public hours on Sunday. Lots of history.

Al Steiner

Beautiful train, depot, and clock tower. The steam train is beautiful and big and great for pictures. The inside of the depot has nice original benches and lights, and original bells (4 of them) in the clock tower. Good place for photo ops

Mathew Ketchum

Great place to visit and get a good view of the city.

Katy Kahla

This was a great place to have my wedding! Love the architecture and it really shows off how amazing Boise is. I think the only downside is that you cannot close the park on the other side. We had no idea that our wedding day was also a local high school's homecoming. Because of this, we had swarms of people in all of our ceremony pictures. Plus, we had to push them off the vantage points to take photos. We even closed the road down, but this didn't stop people from driving through.

Nolan Wright

The Boise Depot is a beautiful historic building. It has great views of the city, the mountains, and looks right down upon the Capital Building. The inside is open to the public only on Sundays and Mondays, but it's available for weddings, business meetings, and parties.

Callie Meyet

Always a great place for photos. Surprised that there was parking and enough privacy to get family photos without someone goofing around in the background. Didn't go into the depot today since it was closed but I've always enjoyed the history and events there.

syko_ stacey

👍👍👍👍👍My family and I live close to the Train Depot, so we go there often. 👍👍👍👍👍It's a beautiful place for getting pictures done. 👍👍👍👍👍It's also got a well manicured lawn, where you can take the kids and walk around or simply sit and eat lunch or enjoy the view of the city.

Monica Knight - Idaho Realtor

Historical Boise location. You can take the elevator to the top of the bell tower on Sunday and Monday at no charge. Cool artifacts, photos and architecture to enjoy. Hosts weddings and private parties. Beautiful view of downtown Boise from the steps. Koi pond and garden below are original to the over 100 year old property. Great place to take out of town guests.

Bosnian Aj

This is a must place to visit!!! Beautiful train depot filled with history! Used to come here when I was a kid and just hang out! Very popular for picture taking! And you can see down to the city from the hill into the capital

Tom Legerski

Best view of Boise and the waterfall garden area keeps us coming back!

Tracy Widner

I am getting married there!

Dida Vidia

One of the coolest place to visit in Boise, well, Idaho. There's a lot to see, great views for pictures, and the people who work there are willing to tell you about the history of the place. Must visit place.

Verna Defoe

Very beautiful inside and outside. Interesting place to take a tour.

Major Moxy Babylon

Being a Koi owner..I was interested in the ponds with Koi in need of love & filter...if i lived near by I would Volunteer

Antara Rielly

Beautiful. My son and I had many little adventures crawling in the bushes and climbing on the rocks. The set up is beautiful and great for pictures

Carol Haydon

Viewing these photos brought back so many childhood memories of my friends and I "going to the depot". The "wishing well" was always a favorite place to climb up to along the stone walkways. Our barefeet walked those stone steps and pond edges many many times throughout our growing up years. We loved rolling down the grass slopes, sitting on the big rock bench, and wandering in and out of the depot, and the sound of those huge bells echoing for miles. Thanks for loving and caring for this great Boise Valley icon.

Nathaniel M.

Nice historic train depot. There's a great view from the bell tower which accessed via an elevator. Times are limited and not very many people can go up at a time and only with a guide.

James James

Fun place to spend time. Beautiful koi ponds. Lots of unique landscaping. Hours are very limited. Sunday and Monday 11 to 5. Still a must see even when building is closed

mama Lee

Always nice to revisit!

Kevin Feeney

bummer came on Tuesday. It was open on monday

Sarah Huber

A beautiful building overlooking the entire city! Free to the public on Sunday. It also has wonderful pieces of history all around inside! Spectacular place to rent for any occasion!

Ken Smith (4You2VieW)

The Boise Depot is a serene place that should definitely be on your list to stop and just take a few minutes to take in downtown Boise.

James Haas

Best place to capture the sunset on the city and capital. The glow of the foothills is amazing. Walking around the park and water is worth the stop. Great place for any photos.

Michelle Rienstra

Very pretty nice place to spend time with people from out of town

Dorthea Glick

We enjoyed a family visit to The Boise Train Depot. We saw the building from the other side of town so drove over to see what it was. The Old Depot is nicely restored and the landscaping and views are worth the visit.

Melissa Robin

Perfect place to look over the City of Boise as a whole. An when the sun sets it is beautiful to see all the lights come on! Wonderful place to take pictures of the sun setting on Boise, friends or any other thing!

Don Harrington

Got here just before 1300, so got to go up in the bell tower. Very well-done restoration. Depot was only in use for fifty years.

Shantina Tavernaro

Great spot to take pictures of the valley below.

Arun Rohila

Love this place. Really surprised by how nice it looks and the great view of the city and the Capitol building for Boise. Nice place for a picnic or letting the kids run around the water and park.

Michelle Cline (chewy95)

It is beautiful inside and out. Inside there is information on the history and the even have tours to the bell tower. Outside is an amazing view of Boise, Idaho

D Harley

Fantastic. Small area, but Big Mike and the Depot was worth the stop!

Gary Graham

Great place to see and experience.

Brendyn Comsa

Very scenic and has many spots available for some very nice pictures. A lot of history here too. Great place to visit, especially for out of towners.

Daniel Krancer

Nicely restored and the tour guide was great. Really worth the 40 minutes or so to learn about some of Boise's important history.

52 miwy

Closed, but nice place to visit..

Ronnie Soldano

The view of downtown Boise is spectacular from the depot. The depot is a very beautiful area, and very well-groomed. I would recommend it to anybody visiting Boise for the first time or anytime :-)

Lisa Oquist

Beautiful views overlooking downtown Boise. Nice gardens. The depot itself is very nice inside. Cool look back at history.

Lindsey Bryant

It's absolutely gorgeous here. I shot a wedding inside of the Depot and was able to get great images without a flash. I highly recommend this venue for events.

Spencer Hazard

Great place for photography and I love trains.

chasedbyvvolves

A classically scenic place. Lots of people get married or have all kinds of photo shoots here. I reccomend it as a place to go on a date while the koi pond is clear and the fish are active.

Bobby Foster

Great place for Boise history and really just to see the sights around Boise Idaho. Great park for family visits and views across the valley. Learn some history and take in the beauty of Idaho.

George Seybold

I wish I could personally express my appreciation to the men and women who made this depot a centerpiece of Boise. The beautiful, park-like landscaping truly frames the depot. Boise will grow around the depot and make it seem small over time, but the depot will forever be a cherished landmark of Boise.

lucretia “Lucky” thurman

Beautiful gardens although we did smell natural gas around the large rock structure.

Tony Huntley

Nice historical museum. Mostly about trains oddly enough. Pretty tight hours so check the website.

Jessica Skeen

The koi pond is amazing! They are huge and beautiful and they follow you as you move around the edgea of the pond. It is also a great place to take pictures. Very pretty place

Aidan Aitchison

My family comes here every year to play capture the flag after dark and it's a treasured tradition. The grounds are beautiful!

lao ma

Pretty cool to walk around with the kids here. A nice piece of Idaho history. Limited hours, but definitely worth a hour or so here.

Jonas Umberger

Go check out Iron Mike and take amazing photos of downtown boise with the mountains behind

Allison Frye

Its a beautiful place to hold a private function.

Kayleena Brown

Beautiful. My husband proposed here. Wish they had a public restroom though. My kids and I like to visit and walk around but we always have to leave to find a potty for them.

Michelle Helgerson (Idaho Realtor)

I have been enjoying the Boise Train Depot my whole life. Great place for pictures, picnicing and gatherings. The Boise Train Depot is a historical icon here and can be rented for all kinds of events.

Amy Helewa

Nostalgic. Reminds me how important the trains to the West were.

Chris James

Awesome people, awesome venue/museum. Great for prom, weddings, reunions, you name it. The view of downtown boise and surrounding foothills definitely add to it all.

Aaron Jones

Great clean touristy area. Lots of scenic views of Boise and of the Depot itself. If you want to visit inside the depot itself make sure to check the viewing times.

Sage Ibanez

Stoped by this little jem to do a few photo shoots and let me tell you this place has a beauty unlike most for its location. The waterworks with all the lush green make for some memorable quick shots.

Mike Jones

Pretty neat place to visit. Go during business hours and head to the top of the depot for a nice view of boise. There's also a large pond in front where you can have a picnic or something.

Kate Joyce

Great place.. I'd definitely want to go back and look deeper into everything

Desiree Hays

Beautiful historic train depot. Conductor Eriks provides tours and trips up to the bells. Photo ops for weddings and occasions. Overlooks our wonderful downtown Boise.

Bruce Young

Went through tour very informstive

k3n c

I've been to 2 weddings here, over 40 years apart! Still a very scenic spot in Boise with breathtaking view.

Candice Rogers

Fantast photo ops at every turn! What a beautiful train depot, not to mention the view of the capital! Don't skip walking down to the garden below...so nice!

Cody P

My brother got married here and it was a great venue. Such a cool view over downtown, and the space was plenty large enough.

Michal Moore

always great except the time Travis Fisher and I finished off a cooler of beer down there by the pond at night....it looked deep so I dove in.. bloody and scathed I was surprised to find it 2 feet deep. missed a sprinkler impalement hazard lucky to have had the fun and came out alive .. haha later the next we went swimming at lucky peak . boui and back.. half way back Travis had to help me in cuZ I started to cramp

The Green Book Eagle

My sister got married here and I have attended several other weddings at this Historic property in Boise. Great place for a wedding with some of the best views Boise has to offer!

Bill Emele

Great spot to see Boise. A must visit. City does tours Sunday and Monday from 11 am until 5 pm.

K. Lopez

Beautiful view of the downtown area year round.

Ryan Stafford

If you're looking for a classic train station then you need to visit Boise Depot. Hours: Sunday & Monday 11AM - 5PM Did you know the Boise elevation is 2753(ft)? There is a Union Pacific sign here with that information, but there are many signs here. Some of the signs and logos here look very vintage, so you'll want to take plenty of pictures here. There are two trains beside the train station. Brick and clay roof tiles are all over the train station. While the train station is no longer in service it's a great structure that stands the test of time. If a train station isn't interesting to you then consider visiting the Platt Gardens and relax next to a small water fountain. The Platt Gardens is in front of the Boise Depot.

Yasir A

Best view of the city.

Bobbi M

Good place to take photos of the popular landmark or get a good view of the city. Come here at night to see a nice view of the downtown lights.

Stace

The Platt Gardens are beautiful. The cave, stream, and ponds combined with the huge bushes and trees make for a magical feel.

Patricia Fortier

just a beautiful place overlooking boise. lots of koi fish, many differentpools for the fight to swim. a wonderful but easy place to go to, almost all year round!

Zachary Moore

Attendant was very friendly and willing to take extra time to ensure we saw everything we wanted to. Very knowledgeable about the location and the history of Boise as a whole.

Andrew Henry

A local miniture train club was out at the time of my visit and the elevator ride to the top of the tower to over look Boise was great. My wife and I had a great time.

Cees van der Put

Beautiful old train station from where you have a great view over Boise

patrick zibell

Very beautiful place. Loved the garden and ponds. The steam locomotive was awesome

Dusti Scott

Such a lovely place. Great photography location as well as making a stunning wedding venue. The guide was polite and helpful.

Amie Cuhaciyan

It's free, beautiful with views of city and foots hills, and has historical charm. It's also east to get to and great for witnessing local events like the Hot air ballon Featival

Nanette Reimer

This beautiful building is amazing! We took a guided tour and found out so many fun facts about the history of the depot.

Kimberly Boothby

This is a beautiful park. But, there are no public bathrooms unless the depot building is open and they rarely have it open. It makes me not want to go to the park at all.

Cody Kubitz

Amazing! So much history.

Greyandgreenfeathers

Beautiful, historic, iconic. They keep a wonderful landscape and have placed lots of wonderful information around without taking away from the feeling of the station.

Dismal Ruins

The Staff and community surrounding the Depot is lively and helpful. I went there for a wedding and it was by far the best service I've seen in a long time. I would recommend for someone else.

Crystal O.

Very unique trail with metal, wood work, statues and inspirational messages expressing the creativity and love a family left behind and wanted to share with so many.

Austin Murphy

Been going here since I was a child. It holds a lot of special memories. Great for a picnic and a great view of Boise.

Joann Adamson

We were blessed to have a catered party there. It was wonderful. The view of Boise is spectacular. A must experience...

Joshua Broadhead

Boise Depot is an iconic place in Boise for photos by photographers, professional and amateur alike. It also is a historic site here in the capital as well as an event center.

Julia Wright

Nice venue for a small wedding in Boise. It was a very hot day outside but the place was comfortable and cool inside.

gwhsteve

Great place for train lovers

Jacob Morris

Beautiful scenic views of downtown Boise. Perfect to eat a picnic or have some alone time.

M Johanna Castleton

As a portrait photographer, this place is heaven. So many different backdrops and I especially liked the view of downtown Boise.

Lance Sganzini

Ive been taking my family here for 15 years. Such a wonderful place. Always looks great.

Katlin Hoffman

Late night stroll. Perfect!

N Meier

Great venue for a wedding reception or school dance. Plenty of open space, kitchen and bathrooms available. Nice view from the hill.

J. Colt Dickman

This is a great historic place around Boise. Whether or not you are on a date with your other half, or with your family, there is a little bit for everybody here to see.

Prakash Bhusal

Beautiful place to see history and downtown Boise. Every time I have a visitor in town, I will take them here.

Buster Aguilar

Attended a wedding reception on Saturday night and was pleasantly surprised by the gentleman who was operating the elevator to the bell tower. Very informative and quite polite. Thank you!!!

Jan Mendez

Just awesome and we got a ride to the top of the tower. Was an amazing view of the beautiful valley and hills, just amazing.

Jim Klepacki

Beautiful Boise landmark with spectacular view if the city. Great place to host an event as well!

Connor

Very clean facility with great views of downtown Boise and a nice garden area. Lots of neat and interesting history of the depot.

Lauri Elizabeth Walton (Poptart)

Awesome views and quiet!

Julie Nace

Set up a wedding today!

Timothy Redden

Beautiful place for pictures, tours are only Sunday and Monday.

Rickie Meeuwsen

Some nice basic displays on the locomotives plus a decent video with some history as well as Awesome views of the capital

Maryjane Avalos

Got married here...it was beautiful!

Gary Hanes

We cater at the Depot all the time. Buffet and Waiter served dinners. A wonder full venue for wedding receptions and Corporation Events. Gary, A Lively Chef Catering

Lisa Birt

Platt Gardens are the best place in Boise for a picnic with a view, and relaxing water features.

Sheila Perez

Nice place. You can do a lot here. Have a picnic, have photos taken, enjoy a little history.

Francesco Russo

cool place if you like trains and railroad history. pretty gardens to walk around in front of the station

Nigel Calcaterra

Had a great time here. Going up in the Belltower is the best part, otherwise it's basically a bunch of train memorabilia in an old building.

Michael Clarke

Beautiful historic place with lots of shade and gardens and ponds with koi. Gorgeous view of the city and mountains.

Kary Ann Hoopes

Beautiful place for pictures.

Laura LeFavour

The history of the train depot in Boise is so rich and interesting. Plus the photos show Boise as a young City.

Ness Generaux

Cute picture place with views of boise state and downtown

Lai Saefong

Beautiful sunset walks

Amanda Jimenez

The view is beautiful 😍. I love one of my favorite spots …

Scott A

Nice piece of history. Thought there would be more train displays. Only the one. Nice grounds and views of the city.

Steve Hernandez

It is an iconic landmark here in Boise. I love the old train station and the step back in time.

Emily Fritchman

Beautiful location and excellent guided tours. Great piece of local Boise history!

harrison lytle

Magnificent place to visit when you are available to go here.

Bruce Schultz

The young men and women working the floor provide amazing and very friendly service. They make the difference. Oh, the food ain't bad either!

Levi King

This place Is cool. Lot of history and it's a good place to take photos of Boise

Jennifer Earle

The view of Boise from the Old Depot is fantastic. You can see the capitol, the campus and the mountains.

Madeline Bracken

Great place to take photos, view downtown and sled in the winter time when there is actually snow

Ben Moore

No services, but it's a landmark spot in Boise with great views of downtown. Large Koi ponds and lots of open space for kids to run around.

Zaiga Morris

A place to visit for this classic Boise shot.

Ned Bluestone

If you visit Boise this has a very iconic view of the city. But hurry with the construction the quality of the view is not what it was

Katie Gray

Beautiful location, excellent views if the town and foot hills. Always peaceful.

Pastor Frank Bravo

Beautiful view!

Griselda Paz-Tamayo

Love this place, my son loves the train and fishes. Tranquil spot to go sit and enjoy the view of downtown.

Bb (bbinurmouthJr)

Beautiful spot filled with Boise history and natural beauty.

Vicky

Although I didn't go inside as it wasn't open, the building itself was beautiful and had a great view of Boise.

Jonette Mowder

My daughter's wedding was beautiful. The staff was so helpful

Roger Philipps

Excellent views and peaceful. An oasis in the middle of town

Kenyon York-Byers

Love the view, love the history, some of the "elite" leave something to be desired. Such is life though, not really the Depots fault for that part. ....

Michael Davis

Great area for pictures and site seeing! Rich Idaho history and is fun for the whole family!

Mike Bryant

Absolutely beautiful public area and event space venue. Iconic historic landmark of the city.

Jonathan Jesse Ramirez

Very aesthetically appealing area; a get away within a city type of thing, for myself at least.

K D

Great view of the city. Check out the tours they are very fun and informative.

Mathew Dallolio

Beautiful views of Boise and the landscaping. Great place for pictures or picnic lunch.

Donald Straka

Great historic site.

christina zacarias

Pretty boring on the inside for kids. That's the only down fall. For adults who want to see and read a few things it's decent

Christopher Johnson

Beautiful views and amazing relaxing park. Perfect for pictures and special occasions.

Jamie Wieschhaus

Beautiful location for special events. Wonderful view of the city from the bell tower.

Kent Chen

Very beautiful historical place!

susan michael

Beautiful place!

Jeff Hoffman

Lots of history of Boise and a great view of downtown and the Capitol building.

Katie Putnam

Beautiful view & well taken care of landscape!!! Need to take a Depot tour soon!

Michele Shopland

Great place and an amazing view of downtown Boise!!!

Eric Rothwell

Fun place to go sledding with little ones

Justin Hieter

A good place to walk through the Platt Gardens and also for weddings and photo shoots

Joelene Geranios

First time visiting, great view of Boise, downtown and fab mountains.

Meagan Walker

My friend HD her wedding here, beautiful location that barely needs decorations, if any

G-off “G-off”

Very nice park with great water feature. Cool photo-ops

Niki Oquist

Beautiful place for a great view of downtown Boise in any season

jon Chase

The Boise depot was really cool even though it wasn't open. The only thing I'd change is having more hours

Simon Lukasik

Excellent location for views of downtown Boise. Great location for taking portraits.

Mykie Nelson

Such an interesting place. Clean and also a great place to take photos

Todd Harber

Boise Depot is awesome. Great deal of history in this building and awesome views of the city.

William Wright

Great view of the City. Good spot for photographers to take some city shots.

Alistair Irving (Laing)

Great views of the downtown core, with a very picturesque mini garden.

Tony Chow

Be sure to go on tours on Sunday afternoons. Free and nice view from the bell tower

wei zhang

In a hill high, beautiful picturesque view of city

Yosimitesbaby

Neat place to visit. Beautiful overview of downtown and the foothills.

Ben Jennison-Phillips

Very atmospheric. Cool history.

Niki Oquist (OquistStamps)

Beautiful place to view downtown Boise... Great in any season

Drew Allen

Amazing views down Capitol Blvd; interesting history.

Patrick O'Very

I was at the Depot for a meeting they have an excellent meeting room seats about 60 people.

Matthew Feist

Absolutely beautiful building. Great venue for weddings/receptions

Gecko LLC

Awesome looks great! A must see great place for pictures

Scott Kirchmar

Beautiful! Always forget how wonderful this place is until I visit again.

Christa Gempler

Beautiful part of Boise. Great place to take photos

Michael McLean

Awesome place to see. Great view of the city!

Devin Wakefield

Highly recommend for a tour of the train depot and a great look into Boises history

David Freeman

Beautiful views of Boise.

Nathan Hunter

Historic place one of a kind view. No passengers will be picked up here.

Adam Tardiff

Time feels as though it has stopped here. The train service that once was will never be here.

Brian Crownover

Great history and views. Good for 90 min easy visit

Diane Baxter

Great place to take the kids to play and I also get to learn a little bit of History

Pamela Crouch

Beautiful view from parking lot! Cool historical building!!!

Lucille Forster

Quick elevator ride for free view from tower. Lovely garden.

Juliet Bingham

It was closed when I went there but the outside was gorgeous and fun to explore!

S Pearl

Beautiful scenery year round! My favorite place to go.

William Bertwell

Nice cozy historical area. Free tours. Good area for marriage ceremonies.

Jim Chambers

Excellent piece of Boise history. The docent really made it worthwhile.

Craig Hayward

Awesome spot in the middle of Boise. Great views from the tower.

Ashley Bear

One of the top spots to visit while visiting Boise.

nico pike

Big Mike and koi, could their be anything else to entertain my son. Yes, going inside and checking the depot out from the inside.

Christian Wallace

A very beautiful place and historical site

CA Elias

A beautiful building above the city Some lovely artifacts and history from the train era.

Christopher D. Gladhart

It's always nice to just go sit and relax at the train depot on a Saturday night

Cassie M.

Beautiful grounds and facilities, worth the stop!

Lacey Lee

Great place to get a lil history and take some amazing pics

layne short

Great place to visit and see a part of history. Must see!

Chris Corso

Great place to stop and learn some history about the trains that where here to help Boise

Danielle Williams

Beautiful place to take pictures and see the valley.

K A Shauger

Beautiful historic Depot. Well preserved. Great place to visit.

Mr. Collins

Had a wedding for my brother here it was fun

Kyle Couture

Very cool. Helpful tour guides. I wish that train was working though

James Mcardle

Awesome experience with knowledgeable staff. Great views from the Bell tower :)

Kyle R

Great tour provided to our scouts. Thanks Thad!

Lincoln Newell

Beautiful historic train Depot with great views of Boise Idaho.

Haydn HH

Nice park out front but the pond could be cleaned a bit more.

Helene Parson

I went to the free guide which happens the first Sunday of the month. Great knowledge guide

komoriRED

Worth a stop if you're nearby. At the time there were Koi fish in the river too. Not sure if that's still a thing.

Evelena Wallace

So pretty nice place to hangout and enjoy the fresh air.

Shannon Reimer

Had a wonderful time learning about the history from a guide who framed it in a very interesting way.

Holden Huffaker

Great place to see some historical events!

Amy Barnes

Beautiful place to see the Boise sights.

Robert Finley

Beautiful place overlooking all of downtown Boise!

Sean McGloon

Very pretty, old depot. What's really nice is the acoustics.

Milt Sinclair

Historic train depot line trains originally runs from Chicago, Denver and other cities to Boise

Wayne Winkler

Great place and the view from the tower is awesome and great staff thanks again

cathryn hutchinson

I was there for a beautiful wedding reception. Could not have been more perfect.

Erwin H. (EH432)

Small historic train Station With wonderful Park and marvelous View over the City

Glenn Stumpp

An excellent trip into our history. A must visit.

Derek Brandt

Great place to take the kids or out-of-towners for visit

Barbara Hellstern

Beautiful

Jevon Webster

Didn't go inside, but the views of downtown Boise was great.

Skyler Mobry

We rented it for our schools prom. It's was super pretty.

ENE lokz

Was just a TINY LIL station but very nice

Dennis “DJ” Smith

Need to get back and do the free tour they offer. Boise icon!

Tianna Naillon

Always a great spot for photos

Jessica Holgate

Great place for Senior photos and other events.

Alen Blambic

Pretty cool place to take some pictures

Jim Gabriel

Little piece of history. Best views of downtown Boise from the front.

Courtney McQuain

Never a bad view. Great views of the city.

Robert Palmer

Went for a wedding reception. Great time in a great and historic location.

Matt Terrell

Have had several picnics here, it's awesome

BLACK DEVIL

Great place to see downtown and enjoy the view

Mr. D

Beautiful place Great history, wonderful Conductor with great knowledge

Dawn Spencer

Saw this blue herring at the park today.

Robyn Perkins

My daughter got married here. Its beautiful.

Bev Ransom

In car visit due to covid Beautiful scenery

Sean Sengenberger

Awesome place. Always fun to visit.

Jessica Everett

A great historical site to visit

pedro nava

Cool place for pics with the capital building in the background

Jack Lawford

Very cool historical facts and it is a very pretty building

Heaven King

It was really cool but they are only open two days a week

Cody Taylor

I wish Seattle Washington and Portland Oregon A tain

susan michael

Beautiful view!

Nabil Kaali

Cool spot to enjoy the city and old train station.

Tammy Ikonen

If it didn't if you do nothing else while visiting Boise do go visit the Platt Gardens at at the Boise Depot

Viki Bean

Beautiful gardens, great view of the city.

Kelly Larsen

Grew up just a block away. That was our summer play ground. Great memories.

Kathy Miller

Beautiful view of downtown noise night lights!

twotone Btw

Lots of period correct memorabilia

Roger Patterson

Great little venue. Very historic.

Elsa Mendoza

Good place to visit, could be a little cleaner.

Steve Breivik

Great

C E (CrazyCanCan1)

Absolutely breathtaking for weddings!! Gorgeous inside & out!!

charles schisel

Was great! 844 was fantastic

laurel clark

Such a great view of this beautiful city!

Polly Saulls

Beautiful venue but confusing to get to and lack of parking.

Matthew Reed

Come when they are offering a free public tour. It is well worth it.

vicki raaen

Historic, very interesting ET great tours.

Martial Matters

A beautiful place to go feed koi fish with the family!

Steven Brown

I had a blast with my good friends and enjoyed the koy

Graham Hill

The trains don't run, but you can still get a "good" view of the city sky line

Tisha PARROTT

The tour guide was so clever and knowledgeable. Excellent

Beth Petersen

Great event venue, beautiful view of the city

Misti Cassels

Always gorgeous and maintained with an amazing view

Briana Dixon

Neat place to visit

Alana Skidmore

Georgous place for pictures and a fun place to explore with the kiddos.

AllieBeee

It's fun!

Justin Stiffler

So much interesting history here. A treasure of the city.

Brent Davis

Wonderful venue for a wedding reception

Anna Calder

Super fun and pretty, worth a stop by.

john akin

Wonderful views of the city! Plus a real train

Jeff Kobayashi

Cool place only open very limited hours

Stephen Smith

Great place to see great views of Boise.

Chelsea Pooley

Best views of Boise and a sense of the history here!

B W

The Depot is great. Super pretty location for Boise.

Matt Wood

Great place for a simmer time date. Fo-sho.

Ene Anteyi

Great view,like visiting in the evening

Dana Garman

Lots of info on how it was used and an old engine to look at up close and learn about.

Megan Hall

Our tour guide was very knowledgeable.

Hawk Dalrymple

Beautiful place to look out over Boise!

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