Sedona
Your getaway to Sedona
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.
Places to love 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.
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Devil's Bridge Trailhead
The access point for the popular hike to Devil's Bridge, set among Sedona's red rock desert. It marks the start of the trail leading to the famous natural arch.
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Oak Creek Vista
A scenic overlook along Oak Creek Canyon offering expansive views of the winding canyon and forest, with a Native American craft market nearby. Travelers stop for panoramic views and photos.
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Cathedral Rock
One of Sedona's most iconic red rock formations, reached by a short but steep scramble to a saddle with panoramic views. Travelers hike it for the dramatic scenery and sunset vistas.
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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.
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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.
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Red Rock State Park
A protected state park in Sedona with hiking trails winding through red rock formations and along Oak Creek. Travelers visit for nature walks, birdwatching, and scenic desert landscapes.
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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.
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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.
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