Things to do & places to visit in St. George, Utah, United States

St. George is central to some of the most dramatic natural beauty in the American West, from the Mojave Desert to Zion National Park and the Pine Valley Mountains. While its summers are hot, St. George's mild and largely snow-free winters make it popular with golfers, hikers and bikers. In fact, Brigham Young wintered here – his home in town is open to the public.

St. George city in Utah, United States. Timezone: America/Denver, current date and time: Sunday, May 05, 2024, 11:39.

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5.0 Red Hills Desert Garden (405 reviews)
- Well worth a visit.
Sunday: 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Parks • Gardens

I used to manage garden centers, as well as teach edible wild plant classes, so seeing gardens across the country is something I enjoy doing. If you enjoy gardens too, do not miss this one. Unbelievably, it's free! It is laid out thoughtfully. Plants are grouped, more or less, by type. When one thinks of desert gardens, one might think boring plants that aren't that pretty. But they did a great job highlighting the beauty of desert plants. Well worth a visit. We went just before sunset, so the heat of the day was gone, and there was a slight breeze. I recommend either this time of day or early in the day to avoid heat. They are open daily 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. See more..
5.0 Paragon Adventures (392 reviews)
- Great for Families!
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Canyoning & Rappelling Tours • Adrenaline & Extreme Tours • Zipline & Aerial Adventure Parks • Bike Tours • Climbing Tours

This is was a great trip for our family of 7 with kids ages 6-16. Marlene and Jamie were knowledgeable and patient guides, helping our kids overcome their fears and learn to repel. They were especially good with my 6 year old and by the end of the trip he was bragging about how he was going to be a rock climber when he grows up. Marlene and Jamie also knew a lot about the area and shared little gems about the plants, animals and geography of southern Utah. It was a memorable trip and I'd book with them again when visiting that part of of the world. See more..
5.0 Southern Utah Scenic Day Tours (216 reviews)
- Southern Utah Scenic Tour of Mighty 5 National Parks, Book your trip now!!! It far exceeded my expectations.
Sunday: Sightseeing Tours • Hiking & Camping Tours

Charlie Garcia was our tour guide for a recent trip to the Mighty 5 Parks in Utah, What an awesome trip!!!! Charlie made you feel like you had known him all your life and he did an excellent job to make our trip something that will last a lifetime. We had a group of 9 and everyone was so friendly and we had a great time traveling together and enjoying the most beautiful,breathtaking scenery in the country. I highly recommend this tour and by all means ask for Charlie. It will be an unforgettable experience. See more..
5.0 Thunder Junction All Abilities Park (105 reviews)
- A definite must for kids < 12!
Parks • Playgrounds

Definitely worth a stop! Our 9 and 12 year old enjoyed it and I think it's targeted mostly for the younger crowd. The equipment was well kept, ranged from toddler to big kid climbing wall. The "splash pad" as so refreshing. We would highly recommend if you are trying to find something fun for the kids with water involved as well. There is a covered pavilion where you could bring a picnic lunch. Highly recommend! See more..
5.0 Station 2 Bar By Zion Brewery (6 reviews)
- Lovely Outdoor Experience
Breweries

We loved sitting outside and drinking a great beer while enjoying the early fall evening. There was music upstairs but we preferred bring outdoors. There was also a food truck near by where we grabbed a hot dog. See more..
5.0 St. George Musical Theater (5 reviews)
- OLD TIME OPERA HOUSE
Spent 2-3 hours Theaters

I know there are community theatres in almost every town.. but the building here makes it feel like going back in time. My family and I show a production of Annie... and it was great. The entire show was done on the floor of the house with the seating around on all four sides of the room. See more..
4.5 St. George Temple (922 reviews)
- St. George Temple Visitors' Center
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites

- Temporarily closed for renovation Open to the public, the St. George Temple is a beautiful and peaceful place to visit. Visitors can walk through the colorful gardens lined with towering trees, sit by the fountains and cascading waterfall, enjoy the beautiful views, and feel the peace of the grounds. While you're there, you can take a guided tour at the Visitors' Center. See more..
4.5 St. George Shuttle (717 reviews)
- St George Shuttle to Las Vegas
Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 1-2 hours Bus Services • Taxis & Shuttles

We provide Shuttle transportation from the Las Vegas Mccarran Airport to St George Utah, and from the Salt Lake City Airport to St. George Utah, with other stops in between. We also have Taxi, Limo, and Charter Services in St George Utah. Stops: Las Vegas, Mesquite NV, St George UT, Hurricane UT, Springdale/Zion National Park, Cedar City Utah, Orem UT, Salt Lake City Ut, Ogden Ut, Idaho Falls ID, Rexburg Idaho See more..
4.5 Pioneer Park (545 reviews)
- No need to even leave town for a slot canyon
Parks

Beautiful vistas and fun climbing over red rocks abound here. There were multiple slots, holes in rocks and cave like places to explore and take photos of. This was my 2nd time here, so not quite as magical and amazing as the 1st. The 1st time we came here was with our kids and grandkids - keep an eye on those as falls and accidents are possible if you're not careful. See more..
4.5 Brigham Young Winter Home Historical Site (348 reviews)
- Definitely worth checking out
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Historic Sites

I just took the tour solo on Friday. I wish I remember the gentleman’s name who gave me the tour. I’m not Mormon so I didn’t understand a couple things but my guide took So much time explaining everything. It was such an interesting tour and an amazing property. It was free and they wouldn’t even accept a donation. I would definitely recommend this. See more..
4.5 Kayenta (302 reviews)
- Interesting drive - unique architecture and nice art shops
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Neighborhoods

The Kayenta Community, in southern Utah's red rock country, is a tranquil enclave surrounded by protected lands.A 2,000 acre master planned community of fine homes, custom building sites and community amenities, is located 7 miles west of St. George, Utah. Kayenta is a unique departure from the norm, focused on moderate land use, moderate-sustainable growth, and an appreciation for our magnificent natural setting. Nearby, residents find adventure in the southwest's abundance of places to explore. Zion National Park, Snow Canyon and Bryce Canyon National Park are within view. While just beyond the horizon, adventure seekers will discover places like the Grand Canyon, Lake Powell and Las Vegas. See more..
4.5 St. George Tabernacle (188 reviews)
- Interesting and Worth a Tour!
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Religious Sites

Our group was walking through town when we noticed this tabernacle was open. We were just going to have a peek inside but got invited for a tour, so we did it. The lady giving the tour was very knowledgeable and interesting. The tabernacle is beautiful and full of history. We got to take some photos inside as well. See more..
4.5 St. George Children's Museum (186 reviews)
- Kid love this place, and so do parents and grandparents
Sunday: Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums • Lessons & Workshops • Children's Museums

The St. George Children’s Museum is a non-profit organization providing vibrant, engaging and interactive rooms that invites children and families to discover, imagine and create. See more..
4.5 Jacob Hamlin Home (168 reviews)
- A MUST SEE site when visiting St. George
Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites

This is such an interesting frontier home of Jacob Hamblin, missionary and peacemaker to the Indians, his 2 wives, and their 11+ children. The big stone house was a mission home and family home. Don't miss the large great room upstairs, where the wives and children would have spent a majority of their time sewing, spinning, weaving, cooking, teaching. I love learning about Jacob's 4 wives. He only ever had 2 at a time though. See more..
4.5 Mountain Meadow Massacre Memorial (148 reviews)
- Beautiful, well kept memorial
Points of Interest & Landmarks

We happened to be in the area and saw this show up on the map, and felt it was worth the drive to check out. It really was. We learnt so much about the history of this town and the plight faced by the Baker Fancher wagon train. The memorial site is really well kept, is informative and evokes a peaceful atmosphere. We went as a couple but this would be really interesting for families. See more..
4.5 Coyote Gulch Art Village (143 reviews)
- Perfect respite from unbearable heat
Art Galleries

Coyote Gulch Art Village is a growing enclave of art galleries, studios, theatre, art festival, restaurant, gift and coffee shop. Its array of arts-oriented enterprises offers fine art, gifts, photography, events, pottery, classes, yoga, gourmet food and coffee. An arts center, a retail center, or just a place to relax and explore, the Coyote Gulch Art Village is open to the public and everyone is welcome. See more..
4.5 Town Square Park (136 reviews)
- fantastic park!
Parks

We were so happy to find this park while on a roadtrip. There were plenty of grassy areas in the shade for our picnic. The splash pad was awesome! The main area was pretty crowded but we were able to find a space at the edge where we could keep our distance from other people. The carousel is closed from 1-5pm (probably because of the heat?) so we didn't ride it. It only costs a dollar. We also enjoyed the fun sculptures throughout the park. Highly recommended! See more..
4.5 Red Cliffs National Conservation Area (106 reviews)
- Favorite Hike
Spent More than 3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

2 hikes in 1. First see the dinosaur prints. This is a very short hike past the campers...do it while you have energy. Great views, flowers, and of course pre-historic prints. What more could you want? Except there's a lot more! Retrace your steps. Use the restrooms while you have the chance! Then follow the trail into the canyon. It's so beautiful! Towering red cliffs. A stream, if you are lucky. It might be dry. But still, the stream bed with trees and growth, looking very cool when it's hot out. Shade is so nice! Hike back to the falls. They might be dry. Try and go right after a rain. You can hike up to the cave and look for Indian petroglyphs. We couldn't find them, but it was cool. This place is awesome. Get a picture! One of the most amazing views ever looking thru the canyon going and coming. See more..
4.5 Dixie Convention Center (98 reviews)
- Christmas eve service
Convention Centers

Schedule an event at the Dixie Center and you have single-point of contact for all services. We offer in-house audio visual, full decorating services, high speed internet, event management and "white glove" on-site catering. The Dixie Center is designed with maximum versatility to accommodate groups from 5 to 5000. Featuring a 46,000 sq ft column-free exhibit hall, 32,000 sq ft of flexible meeting room space in 19 Meeting Rooms ranging from 185 sq ft to 13,205 sq ft, 2 Board Rooms and a state of the Art Theater/Auditorium. The round atrium style Garden Room situated in our North Lobby, elegant rotunda, spacious indoor lobby and pre-function area are all ideal locations for receptions, banquets and vendor displays. See more..
4.5 Daughters of Utah Pioneers Museum (74 reviews)
- Definitely worth checking out give yourself some time because there is so much here to see.
Sunday: Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums

Pioneer Museum showcasing Washington County Pioneer Settlers with photos, artifacts and written histories. See more..
4.5 Bloomington Petroglyph Park (64 reviews)
- Petroglyphs in St George city limits
State Parks

This is kind of amazing as you drive through a neighborhood to get here and the site is surrounded by homes. Petroglyphs can date back 12,000 years and these are very dated as some are deep and quite warn. The site is not gated off, so you can actually be up close and personal with a something created literally thousands of years ago. There are no facilities here, just some large boulders and a couple of benches to sit on and contemplate what you are seeing. This is really a find, as very few folks even know it exists. Take the time to visit this remarkable site and look back in time. See more..
4.5 Tonaquint Nature Center (43 reviews)
- Peaceful
Nature & Wildlife Areas • Educational sites

Peaceful spot just off the Santa Clara river trail. Pond with ducks and swans. You can feed the ducks from the deck area or near the waters edge. Short trails will take you to benches or the amphitheater where you can enjoy the solitude and watch for the many small birds in the tress and bushes. It appears they have activities for families at the Nature Center often...I'm sure less peaceful during those activities. See more..
4.5 Little Black Mountain Petroglyph Site (43 reviews)
- Petroglyph boulders
Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails • Scenic Walking Areas

Nice grouping of petroglyphs on large boulders. Along a dirt road that was easily accessible in a stock Jeep Cherokee. About an 35 minutes from St George. Site has a pit toilet and shaded picnic table. A gravel path takes you past several petroglyphs quite close to the parking area. See more..
4.5 Sand Hollow Aquatic Center (27 reviews)
- Super fun pool
Sunday: Spent 1-2 hours Sports Complexes

Our facility is themed, with two pool sections. Our first section is a children's activity pool complete with water slide, water jets, waterfall, lily pads, whirlpool, and a small warm water lap pool. Our other section is a full sized lap swimming pool with diving boards and in-water climbing wall. He have a full playground out back with sand volleyball court and grass lawn, and barbecue hour. See more..
4.5 St. George Temple Quarry Trail (24 reviews)
- Great views, easy hike
Hiking Trails

Not what I expected but a fun hike culminating in great views. Great for all ages. Best secret in St George. See more..
4.5 Cottonwood Cove Park (13 reviews)
- Local kids call it the "Exercise Park"
Spent 1-2 hours Parks • Playgrounds

All kids are going to get some exercise here. There are so many unique play experiences here--things to bounce, swing, slide, and climb on. There is a rock wall for kids & teens. This is not the best park for those under 5--there is a play area for them but my little ones wouldn't just stay there and the older kid play structure has a VERY high slide and scary drop offs that aren't safe for little ones. So take the kids--its fun--but plan to keep a good eye on them. It can also get very busy. See more..
4.5 Dixie Sugarloaf (9 reviews)
- best place
Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 1-2 hours Geologic Formations

young or old , everyone enyois this mountain . so much fun , lots of parking . everything is clean and safe . See more..
4.5 St. George Art Museum (7 reviews)
- All Western American Art
Sunday: Theaters • Art Museums

The museum is free and features two stories of Western American art. Photography is not allowed. Art is nicely displayed. It is worth your time. See more..
4.0 St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site at Johnson Farm (473 reviews)
- Worth a visit
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Natural History Museums • Science Museums

Summer hours are March through August and are Wednesday-Monday 10am-5pm, closed Tuesday. Winter hours are September through February and are Thursday-Monday 10am-5pm, closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Holiday Hours 2021-22: Closed December 24 & 25 Open December 26-30, 10am-5pm Closed January 1-5 Our museum preserves thousands of dinosaur track fossils at the site of discovery. Come explore an Early Jurassic lake ecosystem and meet the dinosaurs and other animals that left their marks here. The fossils are housed inside the museum with video, audio, and text exhibitions interpreting what we know about the fossils. Research is ongoing and we have an active fossil preparation lab on site. All admission and gift shop purchases allow us to continue our mission of researching, preserving, and interpreting the fossils of this area, so thank you for visiting! See more..
4.0 Rosenbruch Wildlife Museum (98 reviews)
- Into the WILD!!! ♥️
Sunday: Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums

Beyond impressive! Have seen numerous displays in our years of travel but this is most impressive!! The display of exhibits is beyond expectation - and so very realistic. Would highly recommend this for any age! Very clean facility and extremely courteous staff. Will make this a sure stop for any visitors!!!! See more..