Best Things To Do While Visiting St.George, Utah
So you’re going on vacation to St. George are ya? The perfect quintessential town to get away from it all. St. George, in all it’s beauty, is a bit of a mystery if you don’t know the ins and outs of what to do.
Here’s our little list to guide you during your visit, of what we think are some of the Best Things To Do While Visiting St.George, Utah. We’re so glad you’re here!
Best Places To Hike In St.George
Among one of the many Best Things To Do While Visiting St.George, Utah, is checking out our many hiking trails!
St. George is the place for you if you are one for the outdoors – there is no better place to enjoy the outdoors like sunny Southern Utah.
Hiking is one of the town’s greatest pastimes, and the views certainly won’t disappoint.
Snow Canyon Overlook Trail – The Snow Canyon Overlook is a sight for sore eyes, my friends. No matter how many snaps you take on your phone, you won’t be able to capture the greatness of this view. Once you get to the top, you will feel completely rejuvenated!
Sunriver Pro Tip: If you want to experience the views and scenery featured in Katy Perry’s “Rise” music video, this is the place to be.
Lava Flow Overlook – Here’s something fun and different! Those who are brave, should certainly visit here. Not only is this a scenic trail within the Snow Canyon mountains, but a new experience to see and go in lava caves.
You’ll want to make sure you have a trusty team by your side. To make the experience a real treat, make sure to pack some glow sticks. Once in the caves, break them open and see the colors explode!
Snow Canyon State Petroglyphs – Truly a picture worthy outing. Here’s a hike that isn’t difficult with a great reward at the end. The petroglyphs will have you mesmerized and possibly a little perplexed.
If you want to keep some of the petroglyphs for yourself, pack some cardstock paper with graphite pencils and you can etch the petroglyph onto paper.
Best Golf Courses In St.George
If hiking doesn’t tickle your St. George fancy, perhaps a coveted tee-time would better suit you. St. George’s golf courses are some of the area’s biggest tourist attractions, and we’re proud to have two of the most beautiful courses St. George has to offer!
Try them out for yourself!
SunRiver Golf Course- SunRiver is home to one of Southern Utah’s greatest championship golf courses. The course layout is set in the Virgin River Valley and surrounded by the most colorful desert landscape in the country.
With the smooth greens and the only bentgrass tees in Southern Utah, you are bound to have one of your best rounds of golf. Come spend the day and have an experience that we are sure will bring you back again and again.
Bloomington Country Club- At Southern Utah’s most unique golf course, the attraction of year-round accessibility is amplified across 7,000+ yards full of immaculately maintained fairways and flawless greens.
This stunning course also boasts a large practice putting green, a chipping green with a challenging sand trap, and a full-size driving range.
Combined with Southern Utah’s exceptional weather, club & pull cart storage, a computerized tee-time system, PGA golf lessons and a pro shop with a variety of high-quality clothing and golf equipment, you’ve found the only place you need to enjoy the peaceful, challenging game all golfers crave.
Shopping In St.George
What does everyone love to do when they visit a place for the first time? Shopping of course!
There is nothing quite like shopping in St. George.
This town has everything you need from high end to low! Thrift shopping, to the name brands you know and love- find it all here in sunny St. George! So, as it comes as no surprise, shopping is also one of the Best Things To Do While Visiting St. George, Utah:
Red Cliffs Mall – The Red Cliffs Mall is the perfect way to start a full day of shopping in St. George. If you only have one trip to hit Barnes & Noble, Victoria's Secret and pick up some Nikes at Foot Locker, this is the place for you!
The Shoppes at Zion- The Shoppes at Zion is your one-stop-shop in St. George. You can find everything you are looking for, all in this one awesome outdoor shopping mall.
Start your morning off right with a latte from Starbucks and get some shopping out of the way- between kitchen supplies, clothing, shoes, sunglasses, treats, and souvenirs, you’ll fall in love with The Shoppes at Zion.
Sunriver Pro Tip: Finish the day off with one of the many restaurants and eateries located in and around the Shoppes- they’re all delicious!
The Hope Chest – While St. George does offer plenty of options for local thrift stores, you will definitely want to check out The Hope Chest. They just opened their brand new location on Dixie Dr, and it is worth the visit!
Red Rock Commons – Come to Red Rock Commons and get your local fix of Cafe Rio or Chik Fil A, stop by Ulta, and wander over to Dick’s Sporting Goods! Why not take a Bundt cake home to the family while you’re at it?
Sunriver Pro Shop- Perhaps you’re here in town especially for the golf? We figured you might be! Don’t forget to drop in to the SunRiver or the Bloomington Country Club Pro Shops for the best gear you can get your hands on in St.George!
St.George’s Best Restaurants
After all that shopping, you’re going to want to stuff your face and your gullet, am I right? Well, friends, you’re in the right place! Dining in St. George is an experience all in itself, and boy do we have a plethora of options.
The views and the food will have you coming back for more.
Chef Hogs Oyster Bar & Grill - This is the place to go if you’re looking for some of the best, most decadent fish that St.George has to offer. From its namesake oysters to steamers, salmon, halibut, clams and mussels, and shrimp and scallops, oh my (and so much more!).
But hey, it’s not all fish all the time in Sunriver Golf Course’s restaurant! Though the fish IS to die for, don’t get us wrong. If you’ve got a hankering for a ribeye, Filet Mignon, or even a delish breakfast and signature omelets while you’re in town, Chef Hog’s is the place for you.
Sunriver Pro Tip: Ask for a window seat facing the course. It’s a beautiful view any way you slice it, but especially during a classic Southern Utah sunset.
Cliffside Restaurant – Ready for another meal with a view? Cliffside Restaurant will have you swooning.
Sunriver Pro Tip: Make reservations for dusk, somewhere around 5-6 PM, and request a balcony table if the weather is nice. Although, this is St. George. When isn’t the weather nice?
The sun setting on the desert bowl town is a magical experience, and the only restaurant view of it’s kind you will find in Southern Utah. Another pro tip: get a side of fries for the table. They’re pretty much a necessity.
George’s Corner- If you’re looking for a piece of St. George’s history, while also searching for great food, George’s Corner is where you want to eat during your visit. George’s Corner Restaurant celebrates the history of St. George and is located right in the heart of downtown.
Grab a delicious burger and fries and make sure to visit the other local shops and art galleries located right there in Ancestor’s Square.
Guru’s Bar & Grill – Let’s move it over to something a little more rustic and casual, perhaps more on the town’s countryside of things. You’ve got to check out St.George’s newest sports bar and grill, right on the corner of Sunset Boulevard and Bluff Street.
The high vaulted ceilings and wooden pillars will have you set in the most comfortable mood. The smells from the open-faced kitchen will have your stomach grumbling from the moment you walk through those front doors!
You’ll be asking for more bread and butter before the hostess shows you to your table!
DUB’s BBQ – Looking for some good local barbecue? Look no further. Devey’s Urban Barbecue is a family-owned and operated BBQ restaurant, and has been voted St. George’s Best BBQ! And for good reason. This Southern Style barbecue will put your heart aflutter.
Order up an award-winning pulled pork sandwich with a side of cajun fries. You’ll be wondering why you haven’t been here before. Oh, and don’t worry about missing the big game- they’ve got you covered on all the walls!
Iceberg – After all the scenic meals, it’s time for dessert! Where better to get your ice cream fix than Iceberg? Where a size small shake can literally feed the whole family.
If you want to feel the history of the town, come here. 60’s diner vibes with red leather booths and old Dixie State memorabilia will put you back a few decades! The menu doesn’t just stop at creamy ice cream shakes, no sir. Burgers, fries, onion rings. The works!
Red Fort Indian Cuisine- Why not try something a little outside of the Utah norm? You’ve come to the right place. We have limitless amounts of Asian, Mexican, Thai, and Indian cuisines in St.George. But our favorite? Red Fort Indian Cuisine, and OMG you will not believe how delicious this place is. And vegan-friendly too, if that’s what does it for you!
You can find several different types of curry, rice and vegetable dishes, and curry spin-off dishes here, the best and likely ONLY naan in town, and all the glorious spices and flavors you can imagine.
St.George’s Favorite Entertainment
One of the Best Things To Do While Visiting St.George, Utah is indulging in local entertainment! And we have PLENTY of that – just point your finger in any direction and there’s sure to be some live entertainment!
Tuacahn Amphitheatre – There’s a reason they call it, “Broadway in the Desert.” Tuacahn will have you in your feels whilst enjoying the gorgeous red rock that surrounds the theatre. There’s nothing quite like this experience.
Truly picturesque.
However, the pictures won’t do it justice. Simply enjoy it! The talent is phenomenal. You’ll be ordering your next set of tickets before you leave the parking lot.
Farmers Markets and Festivals- If you’re visiting during the warmer seasons, be sure to check out our local gatherings and farmers markets. St. George offers multiple different Farmers Markets throughout the year. Among these are the Frei’s Market, Tuacahn Farmers Market, Downtown Farmers Market, and the newest Farmer’s Market inside of the Affogato coffee shop! All are great, and offer different local food and homemade items from all over St.George.
If a Farmer’s Market doesn’t tickle your fancy, join us for one of our local festivals– George Fest, and Mall Fest (dates vary)! This is where you can come hang out with all the locals, pig out on some food trucks, take a gander at local homemade items, try your hand at axe throwing, and enjoy live music and local brew!
Electric Theatre Center- Looking for a piece of St.George history while enjoying some local entertainment? Look no further than the Electric Theatre in historic downtown St.George on Tabernacle Street! Originally built in 1911, this theatre serves as a downtown anchor for the local arts!
Brigham’s Playhouse- There is no better place to watch family friendly live theatre that also brings in some local history, than at Brigham’s Playhouse, also located in historic downtown St.George!
Grab your tickets today and enjoy Broadway-caliber productions in the most intimate atmosphere Southern Utah has to offer!
Best Things To Do with Kids While Visiting St.George, Utah
Traveling with the kids or grandkids? No problem. St.George is known for being a family-oriented, kid-friendly town! We’ve got plenty of museums to visit, and parks to play at!
Here are a few of our favorites:
Dinosaur Discovery Site- Ever seen a dinosaur? Well who has right? But we’ve got the next best thing for you! You can feast your eyes on the local dinosaur footprints found right here in St.George at our Dinosaur Discovery Site museum.
Utah Paleontologist, Jim Kirkland said it best, “The St. George track site is not only the oldest Jurassic dinosaur site in Utah, it is the best basal Jurassic track site in western North America!”
St. George Children’s Museum – Now this is a site. Whether you’re five or 50, you’ll surely get a kick out of the world created for children. Each museum room in this historic building boasts different local businesses, each with their very own activities for the children to participate in– and it’s just their size! Who doesn’t love pretending to be in a submarine, or playing scientist for the day?
There’s plenty to do and see and explore! You won’t be bored at this kid-sized attraction!
Thunder Junction and Splash Pad – Had a full, fun day of St.George site seeing and need to cool down? Thunder Junction Park is a great place for everyone! It’s an All Abilities Park, meaning that there is wheelchair accessibility. Instead of wood chips to soften falls, there are soft rubber matts in place.
There’s a waterfall and a train that goes around the whole park that both kids and parents can ride. What’s not to love!
Beat the heat and spend the day at the splash pad and the lazy river, just off Main Street and Tabernacle!
Welcome to SunRiver St.George
While there’s mystery in St. George, there’s one hidden gem you don’t want to miss out on: SunRiver!
It’s perfect. Experience the sightseeing and tourism in St. George but at the end of the day, get away from the hustle and bustle of the growing town and enjoy a peaceful stay just outside of it!
SunRiver has everything you’re looking for, and what’s great about it is it isn’t just a golf course. It’s an entire community– several communities in fact! Great for those adventurers who like to travel with the comfort of home.
SunRiver Pro Tip: Enjoy a stay at our brand new designer furnished SunRiver Villas for three days and two nights! You will be free to explore our community, from the 4 award-winning model homes to the newly completed SunRiver Villas community center, and revel in a beautiful day on the course.
In case you happen to fall in love with St.George and the SunRiver community after your visit, we’d love to have you back! What better place to settle down and enjoy retirement, than at SunRiver Communities?
We’ll will have you relaxing in no time at all. Come experience the SunRiver lifestyle with us!
We hope our list of the Best Things To Do While Visiting St.George, Utah was helpful. Enjoy your time in St.George– we can’t wait to meet you!
