Aquarium Of Boise

The Aquarium of Boise is a community-focused aquarium located in Boise, Idaho, featuring 38 exhibits and over 250 different species of aquatic and terrestrial animals. Visitors can explore a shark nursery, coral reef habitat, a shark and stingray pool, jellyfish tanks, tide pools, and a 1,700-gallon tropical reef exhibit showcasing fish from the Pacific Ocean. The aquarium also features freshwater exhibits with South American species, as well as reptile and arboreal sections home to chameleons, geckos, snakes, lories, and tree frogs. Interactive experiences let guests touch or hold animals including coral, starfish, crabs, sharks, and rays, making it a popular destination for hands-on family learning. Operated as a nonprofit organization committed to education, inspiration, and conservation, the Aquarium of Boise brings the wonders of the ocean and exotic ecosystems to the landlocked Pacific Northwest.