Activities in St. Joseph
Attracting many visitors each year, this growing resort community offers remarkable beaches, sand dunes, orchards and annual festivals.
Attractions
Curious Kid's Museum
415 Lake Boulevard, St. Joseph, MI 49085
Phone 269.983.2453 (CKID), www.curiouskidsmuseum.org
This museum is great for kids and entertaining for parents too. It is very
interactive and hands-on, and features many educational exhibits to explore.
Fruitful Vine Tours
Stevensville, MI 49127, Phone 269.978.8777, www.fruitfulvinetours.com
Luxury bus tours of wineries in Southwestern Michigan. Hop on by yourself,
with a friend, or a group and enjoy a day of touring and tasting many wineries.
Hidden Pointe Fun Park
1062 Nickerson Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Phone 269.926.1358, www.hiddenpointe.net
A fun park with mini golf, arcade, baseball batting cages and a go-kart track.
John E. N. Howard Bandshell
Corner of Lake Boulevard and Port Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085
Phone 269.983.6325
Come to the park beginning the last Sunday in June and going through
Labor Day for Municipal Band Concerts. Every Wednesday at noon bring a
lunch and enjoy a free concert. Also hosts a Friday Night Concert series.
Krasl Art Center
707 Lake Blvd, St. Joseph, MI 49085, Phone 269.983.0271, www.krasl.org
Close to downtown, they have a wonderful sculpture collection with special
monthly exhibits. They also offer special classes and workshops.
The Mendel Center
2755 East Napier Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Phone 269.927.8100, www.lmcmainstage.org
Home to a variety of performances year-round from local entertainers to
Broadway shows. Check website for schedule and ticket information.
Sarett Nature Center
2300 Benton Center Road, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Phone 269.927.4832, www.sarett.com
Over five miles of trails including boardwalks, observation points overlooking the Paw Paw River, bluffs and wildlife, as well as educational programs
and classes for kids and adults.
Silver Beach Carousel Society
P.O. Box 497, St. Joseph, MI 49085
Phone 888.404.7587 (SLVR), www.silverbeachcarousel.com
A non-profit restoring St. Joseph's original carousel from 1910. They have a
museum showing their artifacts open in the summer. It's a work in progress.
Tabor Hill
185 Mount Tabor Road, Buchanan, MI 49107
Phone 800.283.3363, www.taborhill.com
Tabor Hills offers exceptional wines and tours of the vineyards; the stores
and restaurant make it a delightful visit.
Beaches & Parks
Deer Forest
6800 Indian Lane, Coloma, MI 49038, Phone 269.468.4961
This is one of the nation's largest exotic animal petting zoos, but also has
pony rides, amusement rides, a playland, storybook lane, mini golf, food,
picnic areas and shops.
Grand Mere State Park & Nature Area
Thorton Drive, Stevensville, MI 49127, Phone 269.426.4013
A nice place to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Walk across sand dunes on the
shoreline; great for hiking, fishing, cross-country skiing and bird watching.
Jean Klock Park
Jean Drive, Benton Harbor, MI 49022, Phone 269.927.0300
Located in Benton Harbor and has a wonderful beach and many different
activities such as volleyball, a picnic area, boardwalk, and observation tower.
Lake Bluff Park
201 Lake Boulevard, St. Joseph, MI 49085, Phone 269.985.1111
Enjoy a spectacular view of Lake Michigan, the sandy beaches and lighthouses.
Park includes benches, walking trails, historic monuments and picnic tables.
Silver Beach County Park
101 Broad Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085
Phone 269.982.0533, www.berriencounty.org/parks/?dept=1&pid=193
A wide, sandy beach with a large play area, guarded swimming area, volleyball courts, pier fishing, access to the South Pier, picnic area and occasional
outdoor concert venue.
Tiscornia Park
80 Ridgeway Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085, Phone 269.983.6341
A quieter beach with a pavilion and access to the North Pier Lighthouse.
Fairs and Festivals
Blossomtime Festival
151 East Napier Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Phone 269.926.7397, www.blossomtimefestival.org
An annual festival with 25 communities; the oldest festival in the state! Lasting
about two hours, the Grand Floral Parade goes through downtown St. Joseph.
Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff
Phone 269.983.0271, www.krasl.org/art_fair.aspx
Every July, rain or shine, this art fair features the 'best artists, best sales' and
was voted one of the best fine art and design shows nationally.
Venetian Festival
305 Lake Blvd, St. Joseph, MI 49085, Phone 269.983.7917, www.venetian.org
Another large festival in St. Joseph every July, gathering thousands of people for
food, drinks, concerts on the bluff, craft fair, contests, kid's games and fireworks.
Outdoor Recreation
Lake Effect Power Sports
67990 West M-152, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Phone 269.944.5577, www.lepowersports.com
They offer many kinds of rentals for the sports enthusiast from pontoons to ski
boats to paddleboats; they also offer instructions and delivery to 10 inland lakes.
Scooter Joe's Scooter Rentals
213 State Street, Suite B, St. Joseph, MI 49085
Phone 269.932.1005, www.scootjoe.com
Scoot around downtown St. Joseph on a scooter for a few hours or rent for
the whole day; park the car and have fun!
Sea Hawk Fishing Charters
Docked at Pier 1000, 1000 Riverview Dr., Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Phone 269.208.3923, www.fishseahawk.com
Experience big game fishing on Lake Michigan aboard a 36' Tiara with a 14'
wide fishing deck.
Places To Eat
Bistro on the Boulevard
521 Lake Boulevard, St. Joseph, MI 49085
Phone 269.983.6600, www.theboulevardinn.com
Experience an elegant dinner with a local, urban inspired menu with views
of the lake. Includes one of the "most outstanding wine lists in the world."
Broad Street Cafe
614 Broad Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085, Phone 269.983.7646
They cover your basics here for a satisfying breakfast or lunch, and
everything is baked fresh each morning.
Cabanas
512 Broad Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085, Phone 269.985.0161
Good place to stop for dessert or ice cream.
Caffe Tosi
516 Pleasant Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085
Phone 269.983.3354, www.caffetosi.com
One of Michigan's longest-lived family restaurants; an Italian favorite specializing in northern Italian cuisine. The minestrone soup is fantastic!
Chocolate Cafe
300 State Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085, Phone 269.985.9866, www.sbchocolate.com
For those who can't resist chocolate, in many styles, shapes and sizes.
Clementine's Too
1235 Broad Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085
Phone 269.637.4755, www.ohmydarling.com
Located on the St. Joseph River, you can sit on the patio, watch the yachts
go by and enjoy a delicious meal. Make sure you try the onion rings.
Golden Brown Bakery
201 State Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085
Phone 269.983.2002, www.goldenbrownbakery.com
A favorite local bakery and cafe with breakfast items, sandwiches and soups;
and coffee drinks.
Hot Dog Kart
Broad Street and State Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085
A must if you're visiting downtown St. Joseph, make it Chicago style. Find
them on the corner of Broad and State Street.
Kilwin's Chocolate Fudge & Ice Cream
217 State Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085, Phone 269.982.1330
The smells alone are worth the stop; melt in your mouth ice cream,
fudge, and candy!
Mark III Restaurant & Lounge
4179 M-139, St. Joseph, MI 49085, Phone 269.429.2941
If you're in the mood for Mexican, this is the place. Try 'The Bomb', but
maybe split it with the whole family.
Port 412
412 State Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085, Phone 269.982.0412, www.port412.com
A new restaurant downtown with a Martini bar. If the weather's nice, it may
be worth waiting for a seat on the patio.
Roxy's Hamburgs
2629 Cleveland Avenue, St. Joseph, MI 49085, Phone 269.983.1172
A 50's style restaurant claiming to serve the best hamburgers in southwest
Michigan which goes down great with a homemade chocolate shake!
Schu's Grill & Bar
501 Pleasant Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085
Phone 269.983.7248 (SCHU),www.schus.com
Their motto says it all: "Great food, great view, just add friends.." A popular
restaurant on the bluff, overlooking Lake Michigan. Great for family dining.
Silver Beach Pizza
410 Vine Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085
Phone 269.983.4743, www.silverbeachpizza.com
After a long day at the beach, this pizza hits the spot! Just 200 yards from
Silver Beach.
Shopping and Markets
Benton Harbor City Market
Business Rt I-94, Downtown Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Farmers and crafters from around Southwest Michigan gather on Fridays.
Form
210 State Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085, Phone 269.982.7025
A unique and modern collection of designer gifts, original art and decorative
accessories for your home.
FuzzyButz Pet Bakery
613 Broad Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085, www.fuzzybutzpetbakery.com
Home to the World's largest selection of gourmet pet treats, all hand-baked
as well as a full line of pet clothing. It's worth a walk through; and of course,
pets are welcome.
Moxie's Boutique
21 State Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085
Phone 269.983.4273, www.moxiesboutique.com
Right downtown, this is a great place to browse, featuring Oprah's favorites,
women's fashions and local artists' work such as jewelry, scarves and furniture.
St. Joseph Farmer's Market
Broad Street and Lake Boulevard, St. Joseph, MI 49085, Phone 269.985.1111
Each Saturday morning throughout the summer and fall, find local produce,
flowers, pastries and specialty items.
