Things to Do in Sedona
Plan your days in Sedona, your way
Start with the one icon that matters most: Devil's Bridge at sunrise, then breakfast burritos at Creekside Coffee on the way down.
Wander Tlaquepaque's courtyards with no agenda — galleries, fountains, a glass of Arizona wine when you feel like it.
The West Fork Trail gives you canyon shade, creek crossings, and autumn color without needing to be an athlete.
Lunch at Tortas de Fuego in West Sedona, where the food is local and the prices are honest.
Drive the Red Rock Scenic Byway in the late afternoon and stop wherever the light tells you to.
Red Rock Crossing at Crescent Moon Ranch is your golden-hour moment — Cathedral Rock reflected in Oak Creek.
Dinner at Elote Cafe, because everyone says the corn and they're right, so book ahead.
Day two: a slow morning, a vortex overlook at Airport Mesa, and a massage if the mood strikes.
Pick up prickly pear candy at a Uptown shop on your way out — the only souvenir that makes sense.
You'll leave with a taste of everything and a short list of reasons to come back.
Top attractions and places to eat in Sedona
Chapel of the Holy Cross
A striking modernist Catholic chapel built directly into Sedona's red rock cliffs, known for its architecture and panoramic views. Travelers visit for its dramatic design and serene setting.
church · 4.8 rating · Free
Bell Rock
A distinctive bell-shaped red rock butte south of Sedona, offering hiking and scrambling routes with panoramic views. It is also known as a vortex site and is a favorite for photography and outdoor recreation.
attraction · 4.9 rating · $5
Airport Mesa
A prominent mesa near Sedona's airport offering panoramic red rock views and a popular sunset vantage point, also known as one of Sedona's energy vortex sites. Travelers come for sweeping desert scenery and a short scenic loop trail.
attraction · 4.8 rating · Free
Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village
An arts and shopping village styled after a traditional Mexican town, filled with galleries, artisan shops, and restaurants along shaded courtyards. Travelers go to browse art, shop, and stroll the scenic architecture.
restaurant · 4.4 rating · Free
Broken Arrow Trail
A popular Sedona trail winding through striking red rock formations and slickrock, used by hikers, mountain bikers, and off-road jeep tours. Travelers come for dramatic scenery and an adventurous outdoor experience.
attraction · 4.8 rating · $5
Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park
A Buddhist stupa set on a peaceful park with red rock views, used for meditation and quiet reflection. Travelers visit for the spiritual atmosphere and scenic natural setting.
park · 4.7 rating · Free
Elote Cafe
A popular Sedona restaurant serving elevated Mexican cuisine, known for its signature elote (fire-roasted corn) and regional dishes. Travelers come for a lively, upscale-casual dining experience celebrating traditional Mexican flavors.
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Mariposa Latin Inspired Grill
An upscale restaurant serving Latin-inspired cuisine known for its dramatic red rock views from the dining room and patio. Travelers come for elevated food paired with panoramic Sedona scenery.
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Cathedral Rock View
A scenic vantage point offering unobstructed views of the iconic Cathedral Rock formation. A popular stop for photographers and travelers wanting the classic Sedona red rock panorama without a strenuous hike.
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Cress on Oak Creek
An upscale fine-dining restaurant at L'Auberge de Sedona, serving refined American cuisine on a terrace beside Oak Creek. Travelers come for romantic, high-end dining in a scenic streamside setting.
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Dahl & Di Luca Ristorante Italiano
A romantic, elegant Italian restaurant in Sedona known for classic Italian dishes and an intimate ambiance. A popular choice for a special dinner out.
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Devil's Bridge
The largest natural sandstone arch in the Sedona area and one of its most photographed landmarks. Travelers hike to it for dramatic red rock views and iconic photo opportunities atop the arch.
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The Hudson
An upscale-casual American restaurant in Sedona known for elevated comfort food and red rock views from its setting. A dining destination pairing quality fare with scenery.
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Mesa Grill Sedona
A restaurant located at the Sedona Airport mesa offering American fare with sweeping views of the surrounding red rock landscape and airplane runway. Travelers visit for the food combined with elevated vistas.
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Sedona Airport Scenic Lookout
A popular overlook near Sedona Airport offering sweeping views of the red rock formations and town below. It is a favored spot for sunset viewing and panoramic photography.
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