Sedona Guide for Curious Travelers
Wellness
Interesting in meditating while you're in Sedona? Deepen you understanding of meditation, learn about how to work with the Sedona energy, and be guided through the meditation experience of a lifetime! Sedona Meditation Experiences.
Sedona Meditation Experiences
230 Sunset DrInteresting in meditating while you're in Sedona? Deepen you understanding of meditation, learn about how to work with the Sedona energy, and be guided through the meditation experience of a lifetime! Sedona Meditation Experiences.
Want to try a new healing modality or have a psychic reading? This spot features various practitioners. Walk in, see if anyone resonates with you, and book your session on the spot.
Crystal Magic Psychic Center@ Crystal Magic Sedona
2970 W State Rte 89AWant to try a new healing modality or have a psychic reading? This spot features various practitioners. Walk in, see if anyone resonates with you, and book your session on the spot.
Great spot in a historic building. Various healers and psychics are available for you to book a session with.
Gateway Cottage Wellness Center
470 N State Rte 89AGreat spot in a historic building. Various healers and psychics are available for you to book a session with.
If you’d like to explore the neighborhood, look no further than the property just adjacent to where you’ll be staying. There’s a beautiful labyrinth perfect for a walking meditation.
Labyrinth
If you’d like to explore the neighborhood, look no further than the property just adjacent to where you’ll be staying. There’s a beautiful labyrinth perfect for a walking meditation.
The Wilde Resort & Spa
2250 West State Route 89AExcellent spa for massage.
Parks & Nature
Hike to the top!
The heart of Sedona! Close to the Cathedral Rock vortex. It's on Oak Creek and there are amazing Sycamore trees and trails. Old pioneer ruins and a waterwheel are fun to inspect.
You can hike to Buddha Beach and build a cairn. It gets crowded in the summer as there are popular swimming spots nearby.
I love to meditate by the creek with the energy of Cathdral Rock and the big trees around.
52 locals recommend
Crescent Moon Picnic Site
333 Red Rock Crossing RdThe heart of Sedona! Close to the Cathedral Rock vortex. It's on Oak Creek and there are amazing Sycamore trees and trails. Old pioneer ruins and a waterwheel are fun to inspect.
You can hike to Buddha Beach and build a cairn. It gets crowded in the summer as there are popular swimming spots nearby.
I love to meditate by the creek with the energy of Cathdral Rock and the big trees around.
You can walk to this from my place. It's at the end of Sunset Dr. - on the left by the church on the hill. Sunset Trail goes up a short way to intersect with Airport Loop. AMAZING views of different parts of Sedona. Bonus: Visit a vortex :)
21 locals recommend
Airport Loop Trail
Airport Loop TrailYou can walk to this from my place. It's at the end of Sunset Dr. - on the left by the church on the hill. Sunset Trail goes up a short way to intersect with Airport Loop. AMAZING views of different parts of Sedona. Bonus: Visit a vortex :)
A lovely hike up to Kachina Woman rock where you can find a spot on the red rocks and soak up the energy.
The Boyton Canyon trail goes all the way back to the end of the box canyon. You'll have to hike past Enchantment Resort for quite a ways, but it is worth it!
8 locals recommend
Boynton Pass Vortex
A lovely hike up to Kachina Woman rock where you can find a spot on the red rocks and soak up the energy.
The Boyton Canyon trail goes all the way back to the end of the box canyon. You'll have to hike past Enchantment Resort for quite a ways, but it is worth it!
One of the 4 vortex sites in Sedona. You can drive to the trail and from there it's a short climb to the knoll. Or, you can hike along Airport Loop trail (2 hour hike) and make a stop at the vortex sight. There is limited parking at the trail head.
68 locals recommend
Sedona Airport Scenic Lookout
538 Airport RdOne of the 4 vortex sites in Sedona. You can drive to the trail and from there it's a short climb to the knoll. Or, you can hike along Airport Loop trail (2 hour hike) and make a stop at the vortex sight. There is limited parking at the trail head.
One of the 4 vortex sites in Sedona. Bell Rock is iconic and easy to get to. There is a large parking lot for the Bell Rock Pathway. Consider taking an Uber as the lot does fill up. Many trails are accessible from here.
You can find a quiet spot at the base of Bell Rock or climb up higher and have a sit in the energy.
11 locals recommend
Vortex at Bell Rock
Bell Rock TrailOne of the 4 vortex sites in Sedona. Bell Rock is iconic and easy to get to. There is a large parking lot for the Bell Rock Pathway. Consider taking an Uber as the lot does fill up. Many trails are accessible from here.
You can find a quiet spot at the base of Bell Rock or climb up higher and have a sit in the energy.
A Buddhist monument and a peace park nestled among the red rocks. Enjoy the energy. Meditate under a tree.
99 locals recommend
Amitabha Stupa & Peace Park
2650 Pueblo DrA Buddhist monument and a peace park nestled among the red rocks. Enjoy the energy. Meditate under a tree.
This is an off the beaten path spot that you will enjoy if you like birds and observing nature. These wetlands are actually part of the water treatment plant. There is a bird observation deck and trails that meander around the treatment pools that are surrounded with marsh plants and birds.
Sedona Wetlands Preserve
7500 Arizona 89AThis is an off the beaten path spot that you will enjoy if you like birds and observing nature. These wetlands are actually part of the water treatment plant. There is a bird observation deck and trails that meander around the treatment pools that are surrounded with marsh plants and birds.
Bubbling Ponds Fish Hatchery
1970 N Page Springs RdGreat birding area. Easy trail.
V Bar V Ranch
Fabulous petroglyphs along a creek bed.
Just a short walk down the street from where you’ll be staying is a city park with amazing views. Perfect for a stroll, throwing frisbee, or picnicking on the grass.
Sunset Park
Just a short walk down the street from where you’ll be staying is a city park with amazing views. Perfect for a stroll, throwing frisbee, or picnicking on the grass.
Arts & Culture
Sedona Arts Center
15 Art Barn RdGreat selection of local art.
Ancient Native American pueblo dwelling situated along the Verde River. It's about a 30 minute drive from Sedona and well-worth the trip. There are peaceful spots to watch the water birds, enjoy the ruins, and pick up the energy of the Verde Valley.
112 locals recommend
Tuzigoot National Monument
25 Tuzigoot RdAncient Native American pueblo dwelling situated along the Verde River. It's about a 30 minute drive from Sedona and well-worth the trip. There are peaceful spots to watch the water birds, enjoy the ruins, and pick up the energy of the Verde Valley.
A natural well filled with water around which ancient Native Americans built structures. It's a 45 minute drive to Beaver Creek and once you are there you will enjoy the quiet, the scenery, and the walking around this National Monument.
95 locals recommend
Montezuma Well (Montezuma Castle National Monument)
Forest Service Road 618A natural well filled with water around which ancient Native Americans built structures. It's a 45 minute drive to Beaver Creek and once you are there you will enjoy the quiet, the scenery, and the walking around this National Monument.
Food Scene
Excellent food and service. Go for happy hour between 4-6 in the bar.
129 locals recommend
Picazzo's Healthy Italian Kitchen Sedona
1855 AZ-89AExcellent food and service. Go for happy hour between 4-6 in the bar.
Local Juicery
3150 W State Rte 89AThe BEST juices, vegan smoothies, deserts, salads, and light meals.
For an elegant dinner experience in Sedona, be sure to make reservations at Mariposa.
273 locals recommend
Mariposa Latin Inspired Grill
700 AZ-89AFor an elegant dinner experience in Sedona, be sure to make reservations at Mariposa.
The best Thai food in Sedona. Everything is fresh and delicious. Try the ginger soup and some egg rolls.
73 locals recommend
Thai Spices Natural Restaurant
2611 W State Rte 89AThe best Thai food in Sedona. Everything is fresh and delicious. Try the ginger soup and some egg rolls.
Unique restaurant featuring healthy, organic, gluten-free, vegan food and drink. The outdoor patio is spacious and green. I LOVE their chocolate ganache dessert. And pretty much everything else on the menu.
183 locals recommend
ChocolaTree Organic Eatery
1595 AZ-89AUnique restaurant featuring healthy, organic, gluten-free, vegan food and drink. The outdoor patio is spacious and green. I LOVE their chocolate ganache dessert. And pretty much everything else on the menu.
Excellent wood-fired pizza. If you want to order for pick-up, you can do it all online - quick, easy, professional service.
118 locals recommend
Pisa Lisa
2245 AZ-89AExcellent wood-fired pizza. If you want to order for pick-up, you can do it all online - quick, easy, professional service.
Unbelievably yummy sugar-free, gluten-free cupcakes, cookies, and more. Everything I try is my new favorite. I'm currently loving their take on ho-ho's.
Karen's Gluten Free Bakeshop
2081 W State Rte 89AUnbelievably yummy sugar-free, gluten-free cupcakes, cookies, and more. Everything I try is my new favorite. I'm currently loving their take on ho-ho's.
Delicious sushi rolls and more. Open for lunch and dinner.
32 locals recommend
Hiro's Sushi & Japanese Kitchen
1730 AZ-89ADelicious sushi rolls and more. Open for lunch and dinner.
Delicious Indian food. Great for Sedona late night take-out - up to 9:30 pm.
9 locals recommend
India Palace
1910 AZ-89ADelicious Indian food. Great for Sedona late night take-out - up to 9:30 pm.
Tamaliza
1155 W State Rte 89AYummy and authentic Mexican food. Try the chicken mole enchiladas.
Delicious and clean food, juices, and coffee. Try the waffles for breakfast.
93 locals recommend
Local Juicery
3150 W State Rte 89ADelicious and clean food, juices, and coffee. Try the waffles for breakfast.
Shopping
Dahling It's You
250 AZ-89AExcellent selection of women's clothing.
The very finest crystals, tarot decks, jewelry, and spiritual gifts.
56 locals recommend
Crystal Magic
2978 AZ-89AThe very finest crystals, tarot decks, jewelry, and spiritual gifts.
Stroll around this unique outdoor shopping area modeled after a Mexican village. It's pronounced Tlah kay pah kay. Here you'll find art galleries, clothing stores, high end gifts, and restaurants.
29 locals recommend
Tlaquepaque
Stroll around this unique outdoor shopping area modeled after a Mexican village. It's pronounced Tlah kay pah kay. Here you'll find art galleries, clothing stores, high end gifts, and restaurants.
Mystical Bazaar
3058 W State Rte 89ACrystals and so much more. Tarot cards, psychic readers.
Drinks & Nightlife
Tremendous selection of wines and food. Big outdoor patio perfect for listening to live music or just enjoying a glass of wine.
130 locals recommend
Vino Di Sedona
2575 AZ-89ATremendous selection of wines and food. Big outdoor patio perfect for listening to live music or just enjoying a glass of wine.
City advice
Customs and culture
Sedona is a designated dark sky town.
If you plan to wander at night, carry a flashlight.
Book before you go
Dinner reservations are required at most popular restaurants
Make your reservations early before you come to Sedona or plan to eat at restaurants that do not require reservations… And plan to wait. 
Getting around
Don’t get stuck in traffic.
Popular times of the year mean waiting in long traffic lines, especially when traveling from the Village of Oak Creek to Sedona. Plan to do that journey early in the morning. 
Don't miss
Sunday morning Farmers Market.
In the Wells Fargo parking lot.
What to pack
It gets cold in Sedona. 
Even in the summer, the nights get chilly at this high elevation. Be sure to pack some warm clothing. 
Customs and culture
Be friendly! 
Sedona is a friendly place. Make eye contact. Smile. Relax. 
Useful phrases
Woo-woo
This is the expression we use in Sedona to describe very new agey people and concepts. Everybody here is a little bit woo woo, but it is certainly a spectrum. It’s good to know where you fall on that spectrum. Get a sense of where any tour guides or practitioners are on the woo woo scale before you agree to subject yourself to their belief system. 
Customs and culture
Respect the wildlife. 
We share the desert with many critters, including javelina, coyotes, deer, bobcats, and more. Educate yourself and be respectful of these desert dwellers. They do not want to harm you or to be harmed by you.