Nancy's Sedona Guidebook
City/town information
Sedona-is renowned for it's 360 Degree views of Red Rock-Buttes, cathedral Steep Canyon walls, over 200 hiking/biking trails, Jeep tours, mild climate and vibrant arts community. Uptown Sedona is dense with New Age shops, spas, art galleries, spiritual healing, massages, yoga, guided meditation and energy vortexes. A must see-place to visit for all ages. Sedona, AZ has become a mecca for all sorts of communities: spiritual healers, mountain bikers, hikers, artists, nature photographers, and even filmmakers. This vibrant and stunning area of Arizona's ability to attract and accommodate so many unique eclectic cultures, unlike anywhere you've ever experienced. Sedona is truly one of a kind, and visiting Sedona will be an experience not easily forgotten
883 locals recommend
Sedona
Sedona-is renowned for it's 360 Degree views of Red Rock-Buttes, cathedral Steep Canyon walls, over 200 hiking/biking trails, Jeep tours, mild climate and vibrant arts community. Uptown Sedona is dense with New Age shops, spas, art galleries, spiritual healing, massages, yoga, guided meditation and energy vortexes. A must see-place to visit for all ages. Sedona, AZ has become a mecca for all sorts of communities: spiritual healers, mountain bikers, hikers, artists, nature photographers, and even filmmakers. This vibrant and stunning area of Arizona's ability to attract and accommodate so many unique eclectic cultures, unlike anywhere you've ever experienced. Sedona is truly one of a kind, and visiting Sedona will be an experience not easily forgotten
Food scene
Javelina Cantina
671 AZ-179Great Mexican American Dishes
Neapolitan pizzas & classic Italian dishes with wine in a low-key space. A Local's favorite
49 locals recommend
Gerardo's Italian Kitchen
2675 W State Rte 89ANeapolitan pizzas & classic Italian dishes with wine in a low-key space. A Local's favorite
Enchantment Resort
525 Boynton Canyon RdThe views are AMAZING
My favorite is the Chicken, shrimp and chorizo in a delicious garlic chipotle cream sauce served over linguini.
33 locals recommend
The Golden Goose American Grill
2545 W State Rte 89AMy favorite is the Chicken, shrimp and chorizo in a delicious garlic chipotle cream sauce served over linguini.
Great fresh Italian Food, Pizza's, outdoor seating, great Happy Hours.
129 locals recommend
Picazzo's Healthy Italian Kitchen Sedona
1855 AZ-89AGreat fresh Italian Food, Pizza's, outdoor seating, great Happy Hours.
Upscale restaurant & bar with South American-inspired cuisine, a patio & panoramic views. Mariposa, Latin Inspired Grill is designed for the ultimate customer experience. The views from the patios and dining rooms could be the finest world wide. Customers will enjoy browsing the restaurant and the grounds enjoying large scale art or star gazing in the dark Sedona night. The cuisine is Latin Inspired, primarily from Chef Dahls interactions with chefs in Argentina, Chile and Uruguay. Chef Lisa Dahl and her team focus on premium ingredients and many of the herbs are grown in the herb gardens in the restaurant courtyard. All meats and seafoods come from the very best sources, such as Allen Brothers and Beelers for the meats. For years Lisa has insisted on all organic vegetables from Arizona. The restaurant is equipped with QSC speakers and particular attention has been paid to acoustics in the dining rooms and the bar.
273 locals recommend
Mariposa Latin Inspired Grill
700 AZ-89AUpscale restaurant & bar with South American-inspired cuisine, a patio & panoramic views. Mariposa, Latin Inspired Grill is designed for the ultimate customer experience. The views from the patios and dining rooms could be the finest world wide. Customers will enjoy browsing the restaurant and the grounds enjoying large scale art or star gazing in the dark Sedona night. The cuisine is Latin Inspired, primarily from Chef Dahls interactions with chefs in Argentina, Chile and Uruguay. Chef Lisa Dahl and her team focus on premium ingredients and many of the herbs are grown in the herb gardens in the restaurant courtyard. All meats and seafoods come from the very best sources, such as Allen Brothers and Beelers for the meats. For years Lisa has insisted on all organic vegetables from Arizona. The restaurant is equipped with QSC speakers and particular attention has been paid to acoustics in the dining rooms and the bar.
Another favorite for great food, seating inside and out, beautiful views. Love their Prime Rib slider, and Bruschetta, everything looks good though. Great happy Hour
177 locals recommend
The Hudson
671 AZ-179Another favorite for great food, seating inside and out, beautiful views. Love their Prime Rib slider, and Bruschetta, everything looks good though. Great happy Hour
I like their Avocado Chicken Salad and my husband really likes their bucket of Trash can Nachos which is almost enough for 3 meals! Great views from the restaurant, located Uptown in walking distance.
52 locals recommend
The Vault Uptown
361 Forest RdI like their Avocado Chicken Salad and my husband really likes their bucket of Trash can Nachos which is almost enough for 3 meals! Great views from the restaurant, located Uptown in walking distance.
Sedona Crepes
164 W State Rte 89AWho doesn't like crepes? Most enjoyable, quaint, cozy atmosphere.
Love this place, just the smell alone of the coffee & fresh baked breads are enough to over stimulate the senses!
106 locals recommend
Pump House Station Urban Eatery and Market
313 AZ-179Love this place, just the smell alone of the coffee & fresh baked breads are enough to over stimulate the senses!
Home of 101 Omelets! One of the best breakfast places in West Sedona. There is not a lot of parking, so plan to go early.
108 locals recommend
Coffee Pot Restaurant
2050 W State Rte 89AHome of 101 Omelets! One of the best breakfast places in West Sedona. There is not a lot of parking, so plan to go early.
Hiking
There is a parking area for visitors to hike the Trailhead see detailed info below on Shuttle Service which is free.
The "All Trails" app is a very useful tool to search for hiking, and finding the best hiking trails in Sedona. https://www.alltrails.com/us/arizona/sedona
Whether you're getting ready to hike, bike, trail run, or explore other outdoor activities, AllTrails has 253 scenic trails in the Sedona area. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers and all skill levels.
360 Degree views, wraps around the Sedona Airport, not as heavily traveled as some, moderate Sedona Airport Loop that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate.
21 locals recommend
Airport Loop Trail
Airport Loop Trail360 Degree views, wraps around the Sedona Airport, not as heavily traveled as some, moderate Sedona Airport Loop that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate.
Beautiful, breathtaking scenery. Moderate hike to one of my favorites. Jeeps tour this area, so for those that can't/unable to hike, that may be option to capture the magnificent scenery.
Little Horse Trail
Little Horse TrailBeautiful, breathtaking scenery. Moderate hike to one of my favorites. Jeeps tour this area, so for those that can't/unable to hike, that may be option to capture the magnificent scenery.
Rated one of the #1 must see Trails in Sedona. Heavily trafficked in and out on a 3.9 mile moderate difficulty hike.
43 locals recommend
Devil's Bridge Trail
Devil's Bridge TrailRated one of the #1 must see Trails in Sedona. Heavily trafficked in and out on a 3.9 mile moderate difficulty hike.
1.2-mile out-and-back trail. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 8 min to complete. Very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring.
159 locals recommend
Cathedral Rock Trailhead
500 Back O Beyond Rd1.2-mile out-and-back trail. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 8 min to complete. Very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring.
2.3-mile out-and-back trail. Generally considered an easy/to moderate challenging route, it takes an average of 51 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking and trail running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. Great for kids, and mostly shaded, great for hot summer days
The Fay Canyon Trail offers some of the best in Sedona hiking. The parking lot and trailhead are located off of Boynton Pass Road.
Fay Canyon Trail
Fay Canyon Trail2.3-mile out-and-back trail. Generally considered an easy/to moderate challenging route, it takes an average of 51 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking and trail running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. Great for kids, and mostly shaded, great for hot summer days
The Fay Canyon Trail offers some of the best in Sedona hiking. The parking lot and trailhead are located off of Boynton Pass Road.
Subway Cave 6.1-mile out-and-back trail. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 36 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
23 locals recommend
Boynton Canyon Trail
Boynton Canyon TrailSubway Cave 6.1-mile out-and-back trail. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 36 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
Things to Do
Swimming Hole, picnic area, cliff jumping. The area is shaded, and water is quite cool, so towels, hiking shoes that can be worn in water, great for hot summer days. There is an Entrance fee $9.00 for car to enter and park, opens at 9a.m and its about 120 yards walk down to the swimming hole.
16 locals recommend
Grasshopper Point Day Use Area
Arizona 89ASwimming Hole, picnic area, cliff jumping. The area is shaded, and water is quite cool, so towels, hiking shoes that can be worn in water, great for hot summer days. There is an Entrance fee $9.00 for car to enter and park, opens at 9a.m and its about 120 yards walk down to the swimming hole.
Over 50+ Speciality Shops, Art Galleries & Restaurants. Tlaquepaque is Sedona's Arizona's Arts & Crafts Village.
I love going here and finding out what is new, my husband and I had our Wedding Photos taken here 30 years ago! Very charming setting.
29 locals recommend
Tlaquepaque
Over 50+ Speciality Shops, Art Galleries & Restaurants. Tlaquepaque is Sedona's Arizona's Arts & Crafts Village.
I love going here and finding out what is new, my husband and I had our Wedding Photos taken here 30 years ago! Very charming setting.
Love electric bikes, great way to sight see on your own, or tour with a tour guide
eTrekAdventures Sedona
Love electric bikes, great way to sight see on your own, or tour with a tour guide
Sedona Performing Arts Center
995 Upper Red Rock Loop RdAnnual October Arts Festival, 125 artists from across the US will be showcasing their exquisite work against Sedona’s stunning red rock backdrop. Enjoy a wide variety of artistic creations in
Ceramics, Mixed Media, Fiber Art, Glass, Photography, Drawing, Sculpture, Jewelry, Wood, Metal, Painting
Sedona Arts Festival
995 Upper Red Rock Loop RdAnnual October Arts Festival, 125 artists from across the US will be showcasing their exquisite work against Sedona’s stunning red rock backdrop. Enjoy a wide variety of artistic creations in
Ceramics, Mixed Media, Fiber Art, Glass, Photography, Drawing, Sculpture, Jewelry, Wood, Metal, Painting
Electric bikes are a fun way to get out and ride around town and on trails without the car!
EZrider of Sedona
235 N State Rte 89AElectric bikes are a fun way to get out and ride around town and on trails without the car!
Sightseeing
Oldest and largest Hot Air Balloon Company, family owned. One of two Balloon companies permitted to take off and land in Sedona but the Coconino Forest Service.
23 locals recommend
Northern Light Balloon Expeditions
190 AZ-89AOldest and largest Hot Air Balloon Company, family owned. One of two Balloon companies permitted to take off and land in Sedona but the Coconino Forest Service.
There is nothing quite like seeing Sedona from the sky! It’s a view normally only reserved for birds and God, but now you can see Red Rock Country like never before. It’s a great group activity or a romantic date never to be forgotten. It's so incredible! You will wear a headset so you can talk with other guests and the pilot, take pictures and take in the breathtaking awe of Sedona. Enjoyable flight. Great adventure, highly recommend.
Apex Air Tours
There is nothing quite like seeing Sedona from the sky! It’s a view normally only reserved for birds and God, but now you can see Red Rock Country like never before. It’s a great group activity or a romantic date never to be forgotten. It's so incredible! You will wear a headset so you can talk with other guests and the pilot, take pictures and take in the breathtaking awe of Sedona. Enjoyable flight. Great adventure, highly recommend.
Grocery/Pharmacy/Beer & Wine
Safeway
2300 AZ-89A3 miles from the house. 2300 AZ-89A, Sedona, AZ 86336
2.1 miles from the house. 1420 W State Rte 89A
Sedona, AZ 86336
223 locals recommend
Whole Foods Market
1420 W State Rte 89A2.1 miles from the house. 1420 W State Rte 89A
Sedona, AZ 86336
Bashas'
2.8 miles from the house. 160 Coffee Pot Dr, Sedona, AZ 86336