Top Things to Do in Sedona, Arizona
Sedona, Arizona is one of the most breathtaking destinations in the Southwest, famous for its stunning red rock formations, spiritual vortexes, outdoor adventures, luxury accommodations, and one-of-a-kind experiences. Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, a healing retreat, or an active vacation, here are the must-do experiences in Sedona:
1. Go Hiking in Sedona’s Red Rock Country
Sedona has dozens of trails with jaw-dropping views. Top picks include:
- Cathedral Rock Trail
- Bell Rock Pathway
- Devil’s Bridge
- Boynton Canyon Trail
2. Experience Energy Healing & Spiritual Work
Sedona’s vortex sites attract healers and energy workers. Try:
- Reiki healing
- Chakra balancing
- Sound baths
- Guided meditations
Explore Sedona Healing Experiences »
3. Get a Psychic Reading or Tarot Card Session
- Past-life readings
- Aura photography
- Tarot card consultations
Find a Sedona Intuitive Guide »
4. Shop the Art Galleries and Boutiques
Support local artists and find unique gifts in Uptown and Tlaquepaque.
Explore Sedona Art Galleries »
5. Swim at Sedona’s Natural Watering Holes
- Slide Rock State Park
- Grasshopper Point
- Wet Beaver Creek (for hikers)
6. Treat Yourself to a Sedona Spa Retreat
Top spa resorts in Sedona:
- Enchantment Resort
- L’Auberge de Sedona
- Amara Resort
- The Wilde Resort & Spa
7. Dine at Sedona’s Best Restaurants
Try local cuisine, including:
- Southwest fare
- Vegan and organic cafes
- Creekside brunch spots
Explore Sedona Dining Experiences »
8. Take a Sedona UFO Night Tour
Use night-vision goggles to spot unexplained aerial activity under the dark skies.
Book a Sedona UFO & Night Sky Viewing Experience »
9. Rent a Bike and Hit the Trails
Sedona has e-bikes and mountain bikes for rent—ideal for exploring scenic loops.
10. Book an Adventure Tour
- Jeep tours through the red rocks
- Helicopter tours over canyons
- Hot air balloon sunrise flights
11. Wine Tasting in Verde Valley
- Visit nearby Cornville and Page Springs for:
- Wine tastings
- Vineyard tours
- Wine & food pairings
Book a Verde Valley Wine Tour »
12. Take a Scenic Drive
- Red Rock Scenic Byway (SR 179)
- Oak Creek Canyon Drive (SR 89A)
13. Plan a Romantic Sedona Getaway
Book a stay at a romantic inn or creekside retreat.
See Our Recommendations for a Romanic Getaway »
14. Photography in Sedona’s Golden Hour
Sunrise and sunset are prime times to capture Sedona’s beauty.
15. Visit Sedona’s Cultural Events
See live demonstrations, First Friday art walks, and Native art shows.
Visit our Sedona Event Calendar »
Chapel of the Holy Cross
A Roman Catholic Chapel that people of all creed come to visit as it is a unique Sedona landmark. Hours are 9-5pm daily. -Village of Oak Creek
Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park
The Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park is an outdoor venue for prayer, meditation, and the experience of peace in a sacred place. People of all faiths are welcome. It is open during daylight hours, and entry is free The Park is supported by visitor donations. -Village of Oak Creek
Cathedral Rock
Cathedral Rock is a natural sandstone butte on the Sedona skyline is one of Sedona’s famed vortex points. The extremely popular hike to the top is a 1.2-mile out-and-back trail with incredible scenery and is generally considered a more challenging hike. -Village of Oak Creek
Bell Rock
Bell Rock is a butte with panoramic views of Sedona and is one of the most well known of Sedona’s vortex locations making it a popular place to hike, take pictures or meditate. The trail to the top is .8 miles out-and-back, which is excellent for a short but moderate in challenge adventure. -Village of Oak Creek
Tlaquepaque Art & Shopping Village
Tlaquepaque was authentically fashioned after a traditional Mexican village to create an artist community. It is a perfect setting to witness gifted Sedona artisans absorbed in their work while surrounded by over 50 specialty shops, exclusive art galleries, fabulous art treasures, and distinctive gifts around every corner. -Sedona
Uptown Sedona Shops
Discover a variety of shops, galleries, and restaurants and local art all located in a compact and easily walkable destination. Uptown Sedona is the central hub of Sedona where dining, entertainment, shops and tours can be found. -Sedona
Airport Mesa
Airport Mesa is not just an airport, there is a hiking loop around Table Top Mountain through basalt boulders & red rocks offering panoramic views of Sedona. It is probably the most popular place to watch sunset from. Hike or drive up. But if your drive, be prepared to come early to find and pay for parking. -Sedona
Palaki Ruins
An archaeological site and park with cliff dwellings located near Sedona. In the Hopi language Palatki means 'red house’. They were the largest cliff dwellings of the Red Rock Country between AD 1150 - 1350. -West Sedona
Montezuma Castle National Monument
t's a preserved native dwelling built into a cliff over 700 years ago. Having to use ladders to get up to it, this cliff dwelling has remained one of Arizona's best-preserved living spaces of the Sinagua Indians. -On the way to Sedona near Camp Verde
Day trip to Grand Canyon
2 hour drive from Sedona -It’s THE Grand Canyon and it’s only 2 hours away. Imagine getting to experience one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World! There are at least a dozen tour companies that will happily drive you to Grand Canyon National Park from Sedona if you want to just sit back and enjoy the view. Explore Grand Canyon Tours »
OTHER HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THINGS TO DO IN SEDONA
Best Grand Canyon Day Tours
Voted on Trip Advisor as the most popular Grand Canyon day tour. This is the best way to enjoy the Grand Canyon without doing any strenuous hiking. Nearly five millions people come to see the Canyon each year and many spend much of their time trying to figure out what to do. Our profess … More
Voted on Trip Advisor as the most popular Grand Canyon day tour. This is the best way to enjoy the Grand Canyon without doing any strenuous hiking. Nearly five millions people come to see the Canyon each year and many spend much of their time trying to figure out what to do. Our professional guides will make sure you get the most out of your trip. While touring in comfort you will learn about the geology and history of one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. The day tour includes short walks to some incredible "less-used" outlooks, a looking into some of the areas most impressive historic buildings, and time to browse resident art galleries and gift shops.
Professionally Guided | Lunch Included | Private Tours Available | Family-Friendly
Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters
Family-Friendly
Pink Jeep Adventures
Family-Friendly | Native Culture & Tours | Professionally Guided
Maverick Helicopter Tours
Family-Friendly | Private Tours Available | Custom Options Available
Grand Canyon Railway
Family-Friendly
Private Spiritual Vortex Healing Tours
Private Vortex Tour! Each tour is customized and personalized for your spiritual well-being. Our vortex tours are deeply transformational healing experiences.
We draw upon our deep connection to Sedona's healing Vortex energies to help you achieve a state of grounded inner peace … More
Private Vortex Tour! Each tour is customized and personalized for your spiritual well-being. Our vortex tours are deeply transformational healing experiences.
We draw upon our deep connection to Sedona's healing Vortex energies to help you achieve a state of grounded inner peace. You will let go of mental and emotional blockages that prevent you from being fully alive and happy!
Each Vortex Tour is a deeply transformational, healing experience, guided by one of Sedona's first Vortex tour guides.
Our Shamanic Medicine Wheel ceremony takes you further into your personal spiritual guidance about your life path.
Private Tours Available | Spiritual Healing at a Sedona Vortex | Shamanic Healing | Professionally Guided | Guided Meditation
Arizona Private Tours
Private Tours Available | Custom Options Available | Family-Friendly | Professionally Guided | Pickup from Hotel | Romantic
A Day In The West
Western Experience | Family-Friendly | Activities | Native Culture & Tours | Professionally Guided
One Tribe Tours
Vortex Experience | Professionally Guided | Private Tours Available | Custom Options Available | Guided Meditation | Sacred Ceremonies | Beginner Friendly
The Blazin’ M Ranch - A Western Themed Frontier Town, Dinner, and A Show
Join us at the Blazin’ M Ranch for an evening of western activities, dinner, and an unforgettable show! The Blazin’ M Ranch features an authentic Western Themed Town located in Cottonwood, Arizona. You’ll find fun family activities and the best chicken and ribs in Arizona, along with … More
Join us at the Blazin’ M Ranch for an evening of western activities, dinner, and an unforgettable show! The Blazin’ M Ranch features an authentic Western Themed Town located in Cottonwood, Arizona. You’ll find fun family activities and the best chicken and ribs in Arizona, along with foil-wrapped potato, cowboy beans, our prickly pear coleslaw, flying biscuits and a delicious homemade dessert.
After dinner the Blazin’ M Cowboys entertain ya’ with their award-winning musical talents mixed with cowboy poetry and humor with a 1 hour show from 7:30pm - 8:30pm!
Family-Friendly | Live Entertainment | Western Experience | Activities | All Food
Sedona Tour from Phoenix & Scottsdale
Tour the magical red rocks of Sedona and visit Native American ruins during this Sedona Tour from Phoenix & Scottsdale. Highlights include spending the day surrounded by the stunning red rock landscapes of Sedona, see ancient Sinagua cliff dwellings at Montezuma Castle National Monument … More
Tour the magical red rocks of Sedona and visit Native American ruins during this Sedona Tour from Phoenix & Scottsdale. Highlights include spending the day surrounded by the stunning red rock landscapes of Sedona, see ancient Sinagua cliff dwellings at Montezuma Castle National Monument. Visit Bell Rock, Airport Mesa and Chapel of the Holy Cross. Options available for shopping, galleries, restaurants in Uptown or T'laquapaque and off-road Jeep tours or guided hike add-ons.
Professionally Guided | Custom Options Available | Private Tours Available | Pickup from Hotel
Healing with Nature - Vortex Healing Tours
VOTED Best of the Best 2024
Reader’s Choice Awards by Verde Valley
Independent Reader’s Best Vortex Tour!
Authentic Experience with Reiki Master Healer & Local Guide.
Learn how to use Vortex and Reiki Energy: Energy to Heal, Ground and Reconnec
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VOTED Best of the Best 2024
Reader’s Choice Awards by Verde Valley
Independent Reader’s Best Vortex Tour!
Authentic Experience with Reiki Master Healer & Local Guide.
Learn how to use Vortex and Reiki Energy: Energy to Heal, Ground and Reconnect to Yourself .
Sacred Medicine Wheel Ceremony, Personalized Spiritual Healing Experience.
- All Tours Include Reiki Energy Healing
- Private Vortex Tours for Solo Travelers & Groups
- Visit Locally Known, Less Traveled Vortex Locations
- Pick Up &Drop Off from Place of Lodging Available. (Sedona & Village of Oak Creek)
- Includes All Entrance Fees
Guided Meditation | Emotional & Spiritual Healing | Reiki Energy Healing & Balancing | Karmic Clearing | Private Tours Available | Hiking | Spiritual Healing at a Sedona Vortex | Vortex Experience | Chakra Clearing & Balancing | Meet Your Spirit Animal | Sacred Ceremonies | Spiritual Healing at a Sedona Vortex | Intuitive Healing
Northern Light Balloon Expeditions
Pickup from Hotel | Private Tours Available | Romantic | Professionally Guided | Family-Friendly
Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village
Family-Friendly | Wedding Venue | Village of Oak Creek
Grand Canyon South Rim Tour from Phoenix & Scottsdale with Sedona
Professionally Guided | Private Tours Available | Family-Friendly
Mystical Bazaar
Psychic Readings | Aura Photo | Crystals | Tarot
Sedona & Red Rock State Park Self-Guided Driving Tour
Self-Guided | Family-Friendly
Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course
Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course is an elevated obstacle course set in the tall Ponderosa Pines. It is securely suspended between the trees at 15 to 60 feet off the ground. At Flagstaff Extreme, we believe the best family memories are usually ones that take place outdoors, so bring th … More
Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course is an elevated obstacle course set in the tall Ponderosa Pines. It is securely suspended between the trees at 15 to 60 feet off the ground. At Flagstaff Extreme, we believe the best family memories are usually ones that take place outdoors, so bring the entire family! There are 5 adult courses and 1 junior course with obstacles ranging from tarzan ropes, to wobbly bridges, swinging logs, cargo nets, ziplines, and even an aerial surf board!
Come Play in the Trees and explore the outdoors like you never have before!
To see our availability or book a reservation, check out www.flagstaffextreme.com or give us a call at 888-259-0125!
(See our website for age and height restrictions)
Family-Friendly | Activities | Activities
Sedona UFO Tour Guided By Contacted Scientist
At sundown, all participants caravan 3 miles to a parking area with a dark sky. 3rd gen night vision goggles are distributed to see what can't be seen with the naked eye. Satellites, airplanes and UFOs are seen every night.
Personal UFO Tour: With 3 or more in a … More
At sundown, all participants caravan 3 miles to a parking area with a dark sky. 3rd gen night vision goggles are distributed to see what can't be seen with the naked eye. Satellites, airplanes and UFOs are seen every night.
Personal UFO Tour: With 3 or more in a party, the Sedona UFO Tour Guide comes to you with the gear and the information that has made Michael THE guide to hire for a UFO Tour.
Conversations with a Contactee: Michael will buy lunch and spend an hour sharing his ET contact story, and answering the attendees' questions.
Vortex Experience | Activities | UFO Tours
Wildland Trekking
Family-Friendly
Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend
Spend a day visiting two of the most iconic landscapes in the American Southwest- Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend! Our Lower Antelope Canyon Tours take you into the heart of one of the most spectacular slot canyons in the world. Afterwards, we visit the famous Horseshoe Bend, where y … More
Spend a day visiting two of the most iconic landscapes in the American Southwest- Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend! Our Lower Antelope Canyon Tours take you into the heart of one of the most spectacular slot canyons in the world. Afterwards, we visit the famous Horseshoe Bend, where you can peer off the edge at the mighty Colorado River! Tours leaves from Flagstaff.
Family-Friendly | Professionally Guided
Grand Canyon South Rim Self-Guided Driving Tour
Self-Guided | Family-Friendly