Things to Do in St. George, Utah
St. George sits in the heart of Utah’s red-rock country, a short drive from Zion National Park and surrounded by state parks, hiking trails, and reservoirs. Whether you’re planning a weekend, a golf getaway, or a full Greater Zion road trip, these guides cover the outdoors, attractions, day trips, dining, and events that make the area worth the drive.
Attractions & places to visit
National parks
State parks
- Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park
- Gunlock State Park
- Quail Creek State Park
- Sand Hollow State Park
- Snow Canyon State Park
City parks
Nature preserves
Museums
- Dinosaur Discovery Site at Johnson Farm
- Rosenbruch Wildlife Museum
- St. George Art Museum
- St. George Children's Museum
Arts & theater
Historic sites
- Brigham Young Winter Home
- Jacob Hamblin Home
- Pine Valley Chapel
- Silver Reef Ghost Town & Museum
- St. George Tabernacle
- St. George Utah Temple
Scenic landmarks
Outdoors & parks
- Water Recreation Around St. George
- Off-Roading at Sand Hollow
- Spring Wildflowers Around St. George
- Disc Golf in St. George
- Where to Watch the Sunset in St. George
- Fishing Around St. George: Where to Drop a Line
- Stargazing Around St. George: Where to Find Dark Skies
- Camping Near St. George: Where to Pitch a Tent
Things to do
- First-Time Visitor's Guide to St. George
- Hot-Air Balloon Rides in St. George
- Exploring St. George With Your Dog
- Kayenta: How to Spend a Day in Ivins' Art Village
- Shopping in St. George: Malls, Boutiques, and the Farmers Market
- Beat the Heat Indoors: Hot-Day Things to Do in St. George
- The St. George Arts Scene: Kayenta, Sculptures, and Galleries
- St. George's Historic Sites: The Temple, Pioneer Homes, and Downtown
Day trips & getaways
- The Best Day Trips from St. George
- How to Do Zion as a Day Trip from St. George
- Escalante & Grand Staircase: Utah's Wild Backcountry
- Kanab: Slot Canyons and 'Little Hollywood'
- Lake Powell & Page: Horseshoe Bend and Antelope Canyon
- Valley of Fire: A Nevada Day Trip from St. George
- Where to Stay Near Zion: Springdale, Hurricane, or St. George
- Zion With Kids: Easy Hikes and Family Tips
Eat & drink
- St. George Farmers Markets and Local Food
- Where to Grab a Drink: St. George Breweries and Wineries
- Date Night in St. George: Where to Take Someone
- St. George Mexican Food: Where Locals Actually Go
- The Best Breakfast in St. George
- Coffee, Dirty Sodas, and the St. George Drink Scene
- Where to Actually Eat in St. George
- Dessert and Ice Cream in St. George
Upcoming events
Golf getaways
Year-round desert golf is one of St. George’s biggest draws. Plan a stay-and-play golf trip, or compare every course.