If you just got your orders and you’re wondering what Fort Stewart has to offer, this post is for you. This is the ultimate guide of things to do and places to eat when stationed at Fort Stewart. When you’ve finally unpacked your last box, you don’t have to sit around wondering what there is to do in your area. Fort Stewart is a great location. It’s just a few hours from some awesome places to explore and have fun. Check it out and get excited about this move!
Best Things to Do Near Fort Stewart
- Visit Savannah, which has tons of things to do and see and so many great restaurants to try. Read my post all about Savannah for more info! (around 45 minute to one hour drive)
- Visit Tybee Island for a day at the beach. Read my post about Savannah to see some great restaurants Tybee has to offer. (a little over one hour drive)
- Visit Jekyll Island for beaches, biking, a sea turtle hospital, and more. Great place to take your doggies! (a little over one hour drive)
- Visit Cumberland Island for a day of hiking and viewing wildlife. This island is known for the horses that roam freely. So awesome! (a little over one hour drive, plus ferry ride)
- Participate in MWR activities such as tournaments, trips, games, and more.
- Watch a movie at The Ice Cream Stop’s movie nights every Friday and Saturday for free in Richmond Hill. What a great evening with the whole family. They always play outdoor family-friendly movies for free every Friday and Saturday. Friday is a PG-rated movie, and Saturday is a G-rated movie. To find out what movie is playing, you have to check out their Facebook page. (a 30 minute drive)
- Go Bowling at one of the two bowling alleys on post.
- Watch a movie at the Jesup Drive-In movie theater. They have really delicious snacks to enjoy too! Another great family night for cheap! (a 30 minute drive)
- Paint pottery at Midnight Star Pottery in Richmond Hill. This place is so cute and can be a great family event for the kids or a fun night out with friends. You choose what piece of pottery you want to paint (prices depend on what item you choose to paint), you choose your paint colors and paint away! A week later you pick up your piece after it’s been glazed and fired. (a 30 minute drive)
- Paint canvas at a Wine and Canvas event in various locations. What a fun night out with your new friends or a fun date idea for you and your spouse. They instruct you on how to paint a beautiful picture. You can also enjoy a glass of wine and refreshments too.
- Visit Orlando to experience Disney World, Sea World, or Universal Studios. This is a great little trip when you have a four-day weekend. Military families can get into Sea World for free by the way! (a four hour drive)
- Let the kids play at Jumpin’ Jacks in Richmond Hill, which has bounce houses and arcade games or at Star Castle in Savannah for arcade games, roller skating, and lazer tag. Both places have cheap rates.
- Go shopping at Oglethorpe Mall or Savannah Mall. Savannah Mall, which is closest to post, has a Target, Burlington Coat Factory, and Bass Pro Shop, as well as a few other stores. Oglethorpe Mall, which is a farther drive, has tons of stores and restaurants.
- Visit Charleston, S.C. for a weekend getaway that will include history, shopping, and more. (2.5 hour drive)
Best Places to Eat Near Fort Stewart
- Rodeo Mexican Restaurant (Hinesville) — for that night you just don’t want to cook, really good food and great service too.
- Jalepenos Mexican Restaurant (Richmond Hill) — great for a date night.
- Zaxby’s (Hinesville) — the best fast food place there is if you ask me!
- The Ice Cream Stop (Richmond Hill) — a cute local place with lots of ice cream flavors and charming decor.
- Chris’ Curbside Grill (Hinesville) — burgers and more — be sure to try their sweet potato fries!
- Sunbury Crab Company (Midway) — breathtaking views and delicious food!
- Captain Joe’s (Midway) — a huge soup and salad bar comes with every meal, one of those hometown type places.
- The Shellhouse (Richmond Hill) — best seafood for a short drive!
- Love’s (Richmond Hill) — right on the water.
- All Things Chocolate (Richmond Hill) — desserts galore!
- Fish Tales Restaurant (Richmond Hill) — delicious seafood and a great view of the marina, live music some nights too.
Do you know of other great things to do or places to eat near Fort Stewart? Share with us in the comments!
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Do you find that there’s much discrimination and racism in the area? My mixed race family will be moving there soon.
Nothing that I saw. There seemed to be lots of diversity in my opinion. I hope that is what you find and don’t have any reason to feel leery about heading that way.
I grew up in the area and think it’s important to note that Liberty County is a hotbed for history. There are lots of historical sites in the county with 11 of them being right in downtown Hinesville. I encourage people to visit the museums that we have. They are focused on colonial, Civil War, and African-American history. Three signers of the Declaration of Independence lived here, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. wrote part of his “I have a dream speech” here and St. Catherines Island is a national animal sanctuary located off our coast with a great beach. Also, make sure you eat at the Sunbury Crab Company, Zum Rosenhof Restaurant and Pour House Grill. Uncommon Grounds Coffee Shop has the best coffee and breakfast sandwiches. If uou get a chance, try a low country boil while here. Also, visit St. Augustine, FL which is about a 2 hour drive. If you want more info on the area and events, visit http://www.libertycounty.org.
Thanks for all the tips and suggestions Krystal! I did not know about the signers living there! Sunbury Crab Company is one of our favorite restaurants! Thanks for sharing with us!
People who have been to Germany might find Zum Rosenhof not quite as good as the German food they remember.
Thanks for the tip! I’ve heard of that place, but I had never tried it!
We live in Savannah and have lived in Germany and really enjoy Zum Rosenhauf. I found it to be very authentic and the owner and the staff are German. I’m sure some of the ingredients are different state side due to Germany having much better laws about what their food stuffs can and cannot contain ( i.e. Hairibo Gumm Bears (HFC), Knorr broths, (msg) etc) and better quality food in general in Germany.
The only thing I think doesn’t compared to real German at Zum’s is the brotchen- but it’s still tasty
PS. The lady owner is a real character and tons of fun… Desserts homemade and Amazing!
Oh, yes I heard of lots of people enjoy that restaurant. I have never tried it myself though, so thanks for the recommendation!
A great new fine dining restaurant opened in Ludowici at the Celebration Castle. Roundtalbe Restaurant serves lunch starting at 11 am Wednesday thru Sunday and starts serving supper at 4 pm till 9 pm and they don’t close to switch over! This restaurant is a great place to enjoy a wonderful atmosphere and a fantastic meal. They serve sandwiches, soups, and salads for lunch; and great different kinds of steak and shrimp and many other options for a fabulous dinner! The service is outstanding, and the food is delicious. I definitely recommend this place to everyone.
Thanks for the recommendation Kalie!
Out towards tybee is Ft Pulaski national park. Free to military and dependents. There are some wonderful free ‘park ranger talks’ and occasional cannon firings. Everyone from toddlers to grandparents enjoyed this outing
Oatland wildlife center is only a few $ person and there is a lovely walking trail. They have farm animals to pet, raptors and other birds to view, a pack of white wolves, 2 Cougars and alligators. In the main building you can even catch a snake feeding or touch one if a volunteer is around!
I heard that Kellers flea market was fun as well- free except for buying stuff:)
Thanks for the suggestions Christina!
My daughter and her family will be moving any day now and I hope get down there the last week (or 2) before school starts back up. I found your blog very helpful! Thanks, Heather
I hope your daughter and her family love it there like we did. We thought there were tons of things to do and places to explore. I hope you get to visit Heather!
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Thanks Shawn! Glad you enjoyed this post!