Last Friday the Willard Arts Center held an opening for their Japanese Woodblock Prints exhibit,…read moreand it was fabulous! The curator, Nathan Barnes, gave a great presentation on the artists, this particular medium and Japanese history at the time woodblocking was an industry. They served sushi and drinks and used the premier to promote local artist Steve Neilsen's exhibit, Out of Chaos, upstairs. And because this was the exhibit's opening, the Art Center was open in the evening! Idaho Falls may not be the most cultured city, but events like this prove we have potential! I love supporting the arts, and this is a great opportunity to do just that while experiencing some phenomenal Japanese woodblock prints. While I wish these exhibits could be open in the evenings, I'm sure they don't have the funding to pay for the support staff those hours would require. But maybe if more of us frequent the Willard Arts Center, it will give them reason to look for ways to make that work!

From the owner: The Willard Arts Center includes the Carr and Hall art galleries, the WAC artist studios, and the…read moreColonial Theater. The Carr and Hall galleries display rotating exhibitions of Idaho and national artists in a variety of mediums.

Probably the best small town in Idaho. Fun times, family memories, and good food…read more We have been coming for years and love it.... Or "lava" it.

Absolutely adorable little mountain town - a great place to base out of when exploring the area or…read morejust enjoying a relaxing vacation in the town itself. There's mountain views from every angle, wildlife, super relaxing hot springs, a water park, lots of little shops and restaurants, and a lovely river running through it all! We came for a short family vacation during spring break March 2023 specifically to visit the hot springs and it's SO worth it! We even saw wild turkeys walking around haha! The hot springs are perfect for winter! But they also have winter sports available too. In summer they have a water park and even have tubing along the small rapids on the Portneuf River that runs through town. The town is small but has several dining options and cafes and shops - plenty of choice to keep you happy. The people were warm, welcoming and so friendly. My son lives in Salt Lake City and it's not too long of a drive to get here - they come here often so I'm sure I'll be back! Highly recommend!

Simple and interesting. I've gotten fun earrings and comfortable sweaters there. I've been to other…read moredinosaur museums between Fruita Colorado and here.

This is a nice little museum. Small, but what do you expect for $5 adult admission ($1 for K-12)…read more The permanent exhibits are fossils and biological specimens from the area, including skeleton replicas of protoceratops, Utahraptor leg, sabertooth tiger, bison, etc. They also have anthropological pieces on the plains Indians (pottery, jewelry, arrows, etc). They had two special exhibits when I went. One was on the history of Native American service in the US military. The other exhibit, which I found most fascinating, was on Heliocoprion, a genus of extinct sharks with teeth in a buzzsaw pattern. Fossils of Helio species have been found from the Ural Mountains in Russia and across the Western US. Very, very cool.

Gorgeous view of the snake river on the outskirts of Ririe, Idaho not far from Heise Hot Springs…read more If you are on your way to Yellowstone this is a great pit stop good for stretching the legs and taking in the scenery. Idaho is an outdoor state. Stop and smell the roses take a deep look around and see the beauty that is IDAHO!!

Love the view! Easy vehicle access and plenty of parking. Interesting boards to read and amazing…read morewildlife to spot. Bring your binoculars.

Having just spent a week in Pocatello, as an outsider, I believe this is a wonderful town with…read morewonderfully friendly people and a nice climate. My wife and I were impressed and wish to express our appreciation of your town. Thank you Pocatello!

Small collection inside with replicas of historic buildings outside…read more This museum has its heart in the right place but it needs some revamping and modernization. As it is, you have to really be into Pocatello memorabilia to get excited about their collection. I did really love the wall decorated with people from its past as you first enter. Staff was also very friendly! If you happen to be in Pocatello, it is worth a visit. We were so we did!

Stopped in on the drive from CA to Yellowstone. So glad I did. Top notch museum, much to see and…read morelearn. Fort Hall replica impressive too.

On the way out of the Idaho Falls, I noticed the sign for the historic marker and so we stopped…read more The Falls are beautiful and there are benches and some shade to sit and enjoy. It was well worth the stop. The marker reads: "Taylor's Bridge. Idaho's earliest toll bridge spanned Snake River at this rocky site in 1865. Replacing Eagle Rock Ferry, 9 miles upstream. James Madison Taylor (a relative of Presidents Madison and Taylor and a founder of Denver, Colorado) settled here in 1864 to develop an improved route for his freight line from Salt Lake to Montana's new gold mines. After his bridge was built, telegraph service reached here July 16, 1866 and Eagle Rock (as Idaho Falls was known until 1890) became a regional transportation center. A railroad bridge was built adjacent to Taylor's bridge in 1879."

Had an amazing tour here. The view to get up to Minnetonka was beautiful. It does get cold around…read more40 degrees year around in the cave so plan ahead and bring a sweater and pants and comfortable walking shoes. Comercial store bought water bottles like Crystal Geysers are not allowed, however, you can bring your own bottle as long as it's not a one time use. Another note, there's a ton of stairs , more than 800 round trip stairs including one flight up of 72 steps. The limestone in the cave are old, over hundred millions. Amazing how it would take a hundred years just to get to an inch of growth. My favorite in the cave were the "wedding reception" area and "Seven Dwarfs." Tour takes about an hour and there's clean restroom adjacent to the entrance with a washing basin. Really had a great time. Cheers and enjoy!

This was a fun experience and suggest anyone who is capable of climbing steep stairs to try it…read more Yes, the stairs can get steep and long, so be warned if you get winded easily. Our guide Jared had his dad jokes but he was amazing. The cave was beautiful and very cold, but you'll warm up quick breaking a sweat from the stairs. You'll have to purchase tickets at one point then drive up another mile to the staring point of the tour. It tour lasted 90 minutes which time goes by fast. Well worth the trip.

The tour was simple, informative and fun. I learned a lot about potatoes and even watched a video…read moreon how McDonald's makes their fries. The cafe had amazing food; definitely try the fried gnocchi!!! All of the staff were wonderful; a great stop on our trip!!!

While in Idaho Falls we had to make a trip to this museum. Is it huge, no. But they have done a…read moregreat job in the small space. Gift shop has some great items from unique tshirts to potato soap. There is something for everyone. Admission is not too expensive. 2 adults and 2 students for 25. Inside are 2 large areas. You get multiple displays on the history, how chips and crisps are made, how potatoes are grown and harvested. There is a small room with several short videos. Definitely do not miss. Watching how fries are made and seeing tractor history we're neat. In the back are some tractors, potato sack machine and a kids area. Some fun games on huge touch screens were fun for all ages. See how fast you can peel a potato. Cafe in the back is a great way to end. Your choice of fries, tots or baked potatoes. Also a few sweet items and some bottled drinks. We got 2 Idahoan potatoes and the Jackson Hole sodas. Baked potatoes were great and they gave lots of toppings: bacon, butter, sour cream and cheese. Yummy! Sodas were very good with unique flavors like huckleberry and strawberry rhubarb. Take your team, read the displays, watch the videos and have your favorite potatoe dish at the end. You will spend 60-90 minutes and be better educated for it.