Idaho Falls, Idaho

Idaho Falls is a city in the U.S state of Idaho. The city was founded by Matt Taylor with the name Taylor's Crossing. Later the name was changed to Eagle Rock after a rock island. The name was again changed to Idaho Falls and became the third largest city in the state and the largest city in the Eastern Idaho region. It is also the county seat and largest city of Bonneville County.

Area & Location: Located at 43º29'30? Latitude North and 112º1'57? Longitude West, Idaho Falls lies at an elevation of 4,700feet. The city covers a total area of 45.0 sq. km with 44.2 sq. km of land and 0.8 sq. km of water. Around 51,507 people reside in the city.

Tourist Attractions: The city known for outdoor adventures attract tourists from far and wide.

Transportation: Idaho Falls Regional Airport serves the city. West Yellowstone Airport and Gallatin Field Airport, which are closer to the city act as its gateway. Buses, car rentals and taxis are the other means to commute in the city.

Hotels: The hotels in Idaho Falls are preferred by the tourists on their visit to the city. The traditional food served on its tables is the specialty of these hotels. Holiday Inn Express Idaho Falls, Best Western Cotton Tree Inn, Fairfield Inn Idaho Falls, AmeriTel Inn Idaho Falls Spectrum, Le Ritz Hotel and Suites, Shilo Conference Hotel Idaho Falls, Comfort Inn, Best Western Driftwood Inn, AmeriTel Inn, Hampton Inn Idaho Falls, Super 8 Motel Idaho Falls, Red Lion Hotel on the Falls, Best Value Pinecrest Inn, Guesthouse Inn & Suites and Motel 6 Idaho Falls are the famous hotels in the city.

Places of Attraction: This greenish city has 39 parks and a 14-mile long Snake River Greenbelt, which is considered as its main attraction. The Museum of Idaho that exhibits local natural history should not be missed. Visitors can also enjoy shopping and the charm of historic Downtown. Tautphaus Park Zoo, home to over 300 animals really attracts the visitors. A boat ride through the Snake River gives a glimpse of the beautiful city.