The air here feels charged with quiet reverence, where hikers whisper to the stones and locals prioritize peace over pace. Today, it is a refined destination blending high-end wellness retreats with raw desert trails, inviting you to slow down and let the ochre cliffs reset your soul amidst a community that treasures stillness above all else.
Do Sedona the way locals do: start slow at Slide Rock State Park, eat where the regulars do at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, let the evening run long at The Hudson.
Top things to do in Sedona
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Chapel of the Holy Cross
Modern 1950s chapel with a striking location atop red rock buttes & wide views of the Sedona area.
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Montezuma Castle National Monument
Cliff dwelling ruins of the Sinagua people dating back to the 12th century overlooking Beaver Creek.
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Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village
Enduring outdoor market featuring art galleries, craft shops, cobblestone paths & decorative arches.
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Sedona Airport Scenic Lookout
Lookout point with views of the town & rugged red sandstone hills that are illuminated at sunset.
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Slide Rock State Park
Oak Creek Canyon preserve with "Slide Rock" or slippery creek bottom on a 1912 homestead.
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Verde Canyon Railroad
4-hour train tours through red-rock landscapes with open-air viewing cars, food & cocktails.
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Devil's Bridge Trailhead
Moderate, 1.8-mi. roundtrip hike to a towering sandstone arch, which visitors can also walk across.
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Oak Creek Vista
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Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park
Storied spiritual oasis & park deemed holy by native people, with 14 serene acres.
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West Fork Oak Creek Trailhead
Scenic national forest trail following cliffs, a stream & canyons with vibrant fall colors.
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Local favorites, not tourist traps.
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Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village
Enduring outdoor market featuring art galleries, craft shops, cobblestone paths & decorative arches.
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The Hudson
Neighborhood restaurant serving New American fare & cocktails in chic, contemporary surroundings.
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Open Range Grill and Tavern
Huge picture windows provide red rock views at this casual American grill with rustic-chic decor.
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Mariposa Latin Inspired Grill
Upscale restaurant & bar with South American-inspired cuisine, a patio & panoramic views.
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Hideaway House
Relaxed eatery featuring sandwiches, pizza & pasta also offers scenic creek & canyon views
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Mesa Grill Sedona
High-ceilinged establishment with many windows & an American menu that includes steaks & seafood.
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Tortas de Fuego West Sedona
Compact kitchen serving tacos, tostadas & other traditional Mexican eats in a bright setting.
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Wildflower
Local cafe chain serving high-end sandwiches, salads & baked goods in a counter-serve setting.
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Arizona Safari Jeep Tours
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Pink Jeep Tours
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Verde Canyon Railroad
4-hour train tours through red-rock landscapes with open-air viewing cars, food & cocktails.
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Sedona Jeep Tours
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Scenic Sedona Tours
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EZrider tours of Sedona
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Slide Rock State Park
Oak Creek Canyon preserve with "Slide Rock" or slippery creek bottom on a 1912 homestead.
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Devil's Bridge Trailhead
Moderate, 1.8-mi. roundtrip hike to a towering sandstone arch, which visitors can also walk across.
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Oak Creek Vista
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West Fork Oak Creek Trailhead
Scenic national forest trail following cliffs, a stream & canyons with vibrant fall colors.
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Red Rock State Park
Nature preserve with lots of trails plus views of the Sedona area & surrounding red rock formations.
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The Hudson
Neighborhood restaurant serving New American fare & cocktails in chic, contemporary surroundings.
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Open Range Grill and Tavern
Huge picture windows provide red rock views at this casual American grill with rustic-chic decor.
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Mariposa Latin Inspired Grill
Upscale restaurant & bar with South American-inspired cuisine, a patio & panoramic views.
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Cowboy Club Grille & Spirits
Decked out with cowboy gear, this casual steakhouse offers Southwestern fare such as cactus fries.
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