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Boise, Idaho, is a growing city with many interesting buildings. Some of these buildings reach high into the sky! This article will tell you about the tallest buildings in Boise. It also covers new buildings that are being planned or built right now.

The tallest building in Boise and the entire state of Idaho is the Eighth & Main building. It has 18 floors and stands 323 feet tall. It has been the tallest building since 2013. It's even the tallest building between the cities of Minneapolis and Seattle!

Boise's Tallest Buildings

Here are some of the tallest buildings you can find in Boise:

Eighth & Main

  • This building is the tallest in Boise.
  • It is 323 feet (about 98 meters) tall.
  • It has 18 floors.
  • It was finished in 2013.
  • It's also known as the Zions Bank Building.

US Bank Plaza

  • This building used to be the tallest in Idaho.
  • It is 267 feet (about 81 meters) tall.
  • It has 19 floors.
  • It was built in 1978.
  • Before 1989, it was called "Idaho First Plaza."

One Capital Center

  • This building was the tallest in Idaho before the US Bank Plaza.
  • It is 206 feet (about 63 meters) tall.
  • It has 14 floors.
  • It was completed in 1975.

Idaho State Capitol

  • This is where Idaho's government works.
  • It is 198 feet (about 60 meters) tall.
  • It has 4 floors.
  • It was built a long time ago, in 1920.
  • It was the tallest building in the state until 1975.

The Grove Hotel

  • This is a popular hotel in Boise.
  • It is 196 feet (about 60 meters) tall.
  • It has 16 floors.
  • It was finished in 2000.

The Aspen

  • This building has many homes inside.
  • It is 194 feet (about 59 meters) tall.
  • It has 17 floors.
  • It was built in 2009.

Wells Fargo Building

  • This building is 182 feet (about 55 meters) tall.
  • It has 11 floors.
  • It was built in 1988.
  • It was called First Interstate until 1996.

  • This building is 181 feet (about 55 meters) tall.
  • It has 11 floors.
  • It was completed in 2006.

Key Tower

  • This building is 174 feet (about 53 meters) tall.
  • It has 13 floors.
  • It was built in 1963.
  • It has had a few different names over the years.

Albertsons Stadium

  • This is a famous stadium in Boise.
  • It is 170 feet (about 52 meters) tall.
  • It was built in 1970.
  • It was known as Bronco Stadium until 2014.

Hoff Building

  • This building is 165 feet (about 50 meters) tall.
  • It has 12 floors.
  • It was built in 1930.
  • It was originally a hotel.

Chase Tower Plaza

  • This building is 160 feet (about 49 meters) tall.
  • It has 11 floors.
  • It was built in 1995.

Idaho Power Building

  • This building is also 160 feet (about 49 meters) tall.
  • It has 9 floors.
  • It was completed in 1990.

New Buildings on the Horizon

Boise is always growing! Many new buildings are being planned or built. Here are some of the tall buildings that are "under construction" (being built right now), "approved" (ready to be built), or "proposed" (ideas for the future). These buildings are planned to be at least 164 feet (50 meters) tall.

Buildings Under Construction

  • ICCU Tower: This building will be 199 feet (61 meters) tall with 13 floors. It will have offices, homes, and shops. It's expected to be finished in 2025. It was originally planned to be taller, but the design was changed.
  • The Boardwalk: This will be an 18-story building, 252 feet (76.8 meters) tall, with homes and shops. It's being built a few miles from downtown Boise and should be ready in 2026.
  • The Arthur: This building will be 290 feet (88.3 meters) tall with 26 floors! It will have many homes and shops. When it's finished in 2024, it will be the second tallest building in Boise.
  • Marriott AC/Element Hotel: This will be a dual-brand hotel, meaning two hotels in one building. It will be 180 feet (55 meters) tall with 14 floors and have 271 guest rooms. It's expected to be finished in 2026.

Approved and Proposed Buildings

  • Ovation Boise: This building has been approved for construction. It will be 277 feet (83 meters) tall with 23 floors and will have many homes.
  • The London: This building is still a proposal. It would be 235 feet (72 meters) tall with 19 floors and have homes. It might even have a special elevator parking system for cars!
  • 8th and River: This proposed building would be 171 feet (52 meters) tall with 12 floors. It would have homes, offices, and places to eat or shop.

Images for kids

  • Zions Bank Building

    The Eighth & Main building, Boise's tallest.

  • Boise US Bank Building

    The US Bank Plaza.

  • One Capital Center; Boise

    One Capital Center.

  • ID State Capitol

    The Idaho State Capitol building.

  • Grove Hotel

    The Grove Hotel.

  • Aspen Loft Condiminiums

    The Aspen building.

  • Boise Wells Fargo Building

    The Wells Fargo Building.

  • Banner Bank

    The Banner Bank Building.

  • Key Bank Building

    Key Tower.

  • Bronco Stadium 2012

    Albertsons Stadium.

  • Hoff Building

    The historic Hoff Building.

  • Chase Building in Boise

    Chase Tower Plaza.

  • Idaho Power Building

    The Idaho Power Building.

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