Quick Summary:
- Nicknamed the “United States Smile Capital,” the city of Pocatello, Idaho, is well known for its friendly hospitality.
- The idea in the state’s fifth largest city is to make the stay of every visitor fun and memorable, no matter how long the visit.
- It’s easy to spend several days experiencing everything Pocatello has to offer, including great events year-round.
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Visit the Museum of Clean
Learn about history at the Bannock County Historical Museum
Step back in time at the Fort Hall Replica
Take the kids to the Idaho Museum of Natural History
Have fun at Zoo Idaho
Taste unique brews at Portneuf Valley Brewing
Have lunch at Butter Burrs Restaurant
Enjoy Japanese fusion cuisine at Sumisu
Order great pizza at Buddy's Italian Restaurant
View the Chief Pocatello Statue
Hike in Massacre Rocks State Park
Have fun at Portneuf Wellness Complex
Take the kids to the East Mink Creek Nordic Center
Swore Farms
Swim at the Ross Park Aquatic Complex
Head to the Outer Limits Fun Zone for family fun
Visit Heber Hatchets
Watch a show at the L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center
See a musical at the Palace Playhouse
Sandpiper Restaurant
Pick up fresh popcorn from Poky Popcorn Shop
Have fun at Geronimo's Trampoline Park
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