Why go
- City in Michigan, United States.
- Served by Southwest Michigan Regional Airport (BEH).
History
Saint Joseph, colloquially known as Saint Joe, is a city in and the county seat of Berrien County, Michigan. It was incorporated as a village in 1834 and as a city in 1891. As of the 2020 census, the city population was 7,856. It lies on the shore of Lake Michigan, at the mouth of the St. Joseph River, about 90 miles (140 km) east-northeast of Chicago. The city and adjacent Benton Harbor are known as the "Twin Cities".
Where to stay
1900 Lakeshore Dr, St Joseph, MI 49085 · southcliffinn.com
521 Lake Blvd, St Joseph, MI 49085 · theboulevardinn.com
800 Whitwam Dr, St Joseph, MI 49085 · harborshoresresort.com
3019 Lakeshore Dr, St Joseph, MI 49085 · ihg.com
76648 11th Ave, South Haven, MI 49090 · lakebluffinnandsuites.com
1275 Cinema Way, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 · ihg.com
1950 E Napier Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 · wyndhamhotels.com
5120 Red Arrow Hwy, Stevensville, MI 49127 · ihg.com
2683 W Marquette Woods Rd, Stevensville, MI 49127 · hilton.com
1255 Cinema Way, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 · marriott.com
1921 Pipestone Rd, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 · hilton.com
1295 Cinema Way, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 · marriott.com
100 Main St, St Joseph, MI 49085 · thesilverbeachhotel.com
4408 Red Arrow Hwy, Stevensville, MI 49127 · marriott.com
1300 Cinema Way, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 · hilton.com
1592 Mall Dr, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 · bestwestern.com
1630 Mall Dr, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 · redroof.com
2723 Niles Ave, St Joseph, MI 49085 · choicehotels.com
1825 Meadowbrook I-94, Exit 29, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 · choicehotels.com
2276 Pipestone Rd, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 · choicehotels.com
1598 Mall Dr, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 · choicehotels.com
798 Ferguson Dr, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 · wyndhamhotels.com
Indoor
8258 Arnt Blvd, Watervliet, MI 49098
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Restaurants & places to go
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: 07:00-22:00 Features: takeaway · 3260 Niles Road, Saint Joseph, 49085 · gofiveguys.com
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: 24/7 Features: takeaway · 2020 Pipestone Road, Benton Harbor, 49022 · mcdonalds.com
Mexican, Fast Food · Opening hours: 10:30-21:00 Features: takeaway · 3260 Niles Road, Saint Joseph, 49085 · locations.moes.com
Sandwich, Bakery, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Sa 06:00-21:00; Su 07:00-20:00 Features: takeaway · 3260 Niles Road, Saint Joseph, 49085 · locations.panerabread.com
Sandwich, Fast Food · Opening hours: 09:30-21:30 Features: takeaway · 1400 Mall Drive, Benton Harbor, 49022 · restaurants.subway.com
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: 06:00-00:00 Features: takeaway · 1860 East Napier Avenue, Benton Harbor, 49022 · locations.wendys.com
Crepe, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo,We,Th,Fr 08:00-14:00; Sa-Su 08:00-17:00 · 315 State Street, Saint Joseph, 49085-1247 · fullofcrepestjoe.com
American, Breakfast, Burger, Coffee Shop, Sandwich, Sausage, Tea, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 07:00-15:00; Sa-Su 08:00-15:00 Features: outdoor seating, air… · masonjar.cafe
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Features: takeaway · 2121 South Cleveland, Saint Joseph, 49085 · starbucks.com
Mexican, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Sa 11:00-20:00 · 2112 South Cleveland Avenue, Saint Joseph, 49085 · arribataqueria.com
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 07:30-15:00; Su 09:00-15:00; Sa 08:00-15:00 · 138 Water Street, Benton Harbor, 49022 · forte.coffee
Pizza, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Th 10:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-23:00; Su 12:00-22:00 · 410 Vine Street, 49085 · silverbeachpizza.com
Mexican, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Th,Su 11:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-22:00 Features: takeaway, step-free access, air conditioning · theazultequila.com
Pizza, Restaurant · Pizza restaurant · 3848 Niles Road, Saint Joseph, 49085 · fireandicepizzaandcream.com
Juice, Fast Food · Juice fast food · verdejuicebox.com
Chicken, Fast Food · Features: takeaway
Tex-Mex, Restaurant · Tex-Mex restaurant · 225 East Main Street, Benton Harbor, 49022 · anemeltorta.com
Restaurant · Opening hours: Tu-Sa 17:00-19:00 · 132 Pipestone Street, Benton Harbor, 49022 · eathoundstooth.com
Mexican, Ice Cream, Fast Food · Features: step-free access · 1972 Mall Place
Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Fr,Su 11:00-18:00; Sa 11:00-19:00 Features: takeaway, delivery, step-free access, air conditioning · 800 Lions Park Drive
Ice Cream · Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:00-22:00 Features: takeaway
Fast Food · fast food · dunkindonuts.com
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Airports
Southwest Michigan Regional Airport (BEH) 2.2 mi to the centre
Benton Harbor, MI, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Jerry Tyler Memorial Airport (NLE) 22 mi to the centre
Niles, MI, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
South Haven Area Regional Airport 20 mi to the centre
South Haven, MI, US
Andrews University Airpark 11 mi to the centre
Berrien Springs, MI, US
Baroda Airport 12 mi to the centre
Baroda, MI, US
Where things are
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Photographs
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When to go
Tourist season
May – September
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Shoulder season
April, October
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Worth avoiding
Deep winter
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Southwest Michigan Regional Airport (BEH); 8 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for St. Joseph, Michigan. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
Trains & rail
National rail
Coaches & shuttles
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Tours & experiences
Food & Wine