Meridian · Ada County, ID
Road trips from Meridian
Scout analyzed 47 Meridian places and surfaced the ones that actually fit road trips.
Places analyzed
47
Matches
24
Typical spend
$30
Typical visit
1.4 hr
Scout-verified spots
West Boise
Matador Meridian
Matador Meridian is a stylish Mexican restaurant suitable for dinner or drinks, pairing well with a movie or evening out. Expect to spend $25-60 per person for food and a drink.
Outdoors
Eagle Island State Park
Eagle Island State Park is suitable for a half-day outdoor excursion, offering trails and a lake for various activities. Expect to pay a vehicle entrance fee of around $7-$10, making it a budget-friendly option for families or individuals.
Outdoors
Settlers' Park
Settlers' Park is a great spot for a family-friendly outdoor activity like disc golf or a playground visit, especially on a sunny weekend. Expect to spend a few hours here with minimal cost, potentially pairing it with a picnic lunch.
Outdoors
Discovery Park
Discovery Park is a public park suitable for a 1-2 hour free outing for families or individuals, ideal for pairing with a picnic or other local errands on a nice day.
West Boise
Julius M. Kleiner Park
This large park is ideal for a few hours of outdoor family fun or a relaxed solo stroll. Expect to spend little to no money unless you pack a picnic or snacks.
Nightlife
127 Saloon
127 Saloon is a local bar and grill suitable for a casual evening meal and drinks, often as a main destination or a relaxed end to a night out. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-50 per person.
Outdoors
Heroes Park
Heroes Park is suitable for a free outdoor family outing or a solo walk, typically lasting 1-2 hours. It can pair well with a picnic or a visit to nearby shops in Meridian.
Food & Drink
Kahootz Steak & Alehouse
Kahootz is a good stop for a casual meal of American dishes and microbrews, suitable for dinner or a relaxed outing. Expect to spend 90 minutes and $25-60 per person.
West Boise
The Roasteré - Gourmet Coffees & Café
This coffee shop is ideal for a quick solo stop or a casual meet-up, typically lasting about 30 minutes. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for a drink and a light snack.
West Boise
Sid's Garage
Sid's Garage is a casual American restaurant suitable for a quick meal with family or friends. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-30 per person for food.
Nightlife
Heritage Hop Haus
Heritage Hop Haus is a good spot for an evening meal with drinks or a relaxed night out. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-$50 per person on food and beverages.
Food & Drink
Lucky Perk Coffee
Lucky Perk Coffee is suitable for a quick solo coffee stop or a casual meet-up, typically lasting 30 minutes and costing $5-$10 per person. It pairs well as a morning or afternoon stop before or after errands.
Nightlife
Maddie's Wine and Whiskey
Maddie's is good for a relaxed evening out with friends or a date, focusing on food and drinks. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and between $30 and $70 per person on food and drinks.
Food & Drink
Grant's Neighborhood Grill
Grant's Neighborhood Grill is a casual spot for American food, good for an everyday meal or drinks on the patio. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a visit of about an hour.
Food & Drink
Tipsy Chef Cafe
Tipsy Chef Cafe is a casual spot for breakfast or brunch, suitable for a relaxed meal. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and about $10-30 per person, making it a good start to a weekend day out.
Food & Drink
Express cafe
Express Cafe is a casual spot for breakfast or lunch, suitable for a quick and affordable meal alone or with family. Expect to spend 45-60 minutes here for about $10-$25 per person.
West Boise
Yard House
Yard House is a gastropub ideal for a casual meal or drinks. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours here and around $20-45 per person, making it suitable for a relaxed dinner or pre-event gathering.
Nightlife
The Curb Bar and Grill
The Curb Bar and Grill is a good spot for a casual evening out with friends, enjoying bar fare and local bands. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $15-35 per person for food and drinks.
Food & Drink
Voodoo Brewing Co - Meridian
Voodoo Brewing Co - Meridian is a casual spot for American fare and craft beer, good for a relaxed meal or drinks with friends and family. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $20-$40 per person.
Outdoors
Tully Park
Tully Park is an ideal spot for a free outdoor family outing or a solo walk on the trails, especially on a sunny weekend. Expect to spend 1-2 hours enjoying the playground, skate park, or a picnic.
Outdoors
Bear Creek Park
Bear Creek Park is ideal for a casual family outing or an hour or two of outdoor activity. It's free to visit and great for pairing with a picnic or local take-out. Expect to spend zero dollars for the visit itself.
Food & Drink
Lucky Fins Meridian
Lucky Fins is a good option for a modern seafood and sushi meal, suitable for various social gatherings. Expect to spend $30-60 per person for an hour and a half visit.
Outdoors
Fuller Park
Fuller Park is a free outdoor activity for families or solo outings, perfect for a couple of hours in the fresh air. It pairs well with a picnic or a nearby coffee shop after some playtime or a walk.
Nightlife
Eight Thirty Common
This gastropub is a good spot for a casual dinner or drinks. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $25-$50 per person on food and a drink.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 29 of the 47 analyzed Meridian places fit road trips.
- 34% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 93% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Scenic, Upscale, Adventurous.
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