What are the best things to do in Sedona?
Top picks in Sedona include Cathedral Rock, Bell Rock, Chapel of the Holy Cross, Oak Creek Canyon. See the full list and itinerary on this Sedona travel guide.
Photo: Terrydarc · CC BY-SA 3.0
Why visit Sedona
Travel guide for Sedona, United States — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Sedona is a stop in United States, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 2 days. If time is short, prioritise Cathedral Rock, Bell Rock, Chapel of the Holy Cross instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 120–280 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: Late spring and early autumn for pleasant temperatures. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
Late spring and early autumn for pleasant temperatures
Weather
Diverse — temperate to subtropical
Experiences
Things to do in Sedona
1
Cathedral Rock
2
Bell Rock
3
Chapel of the Holy Cross
4
Oak Creek Canyon
5
Airport Mesa sunset viewpoint
6
Tlaquepaque Arts and Shopping Village
7
Red Rock State Park
8
Devil's Bridge Trail
Budget travel
Free things to do in Sedona
Cathedral Rock
Airport Mesa sunset viewpoint
Red Rock State Park
Devil's Bridge Trail
Cathedral Rock Trail
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Sedona itinerary (2 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Chapel of the Holy Cross
- Visit Sedona Heritage Museum
- Visit Cathedral Rock Trail
- Eat at Picazzo Pizza
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Devil's Bridge Trail
- Visit Red Rock State Park
- Visit Slide Rock State Park
- Eat at Wildflower Bread Company
Budget
Sedona trip cost
Budget
USD 55–90
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 120–280
per person / day
Luxury
USD 320–530+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Sedona, United States. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Sedona
Estimated total (USD)
$3,300
≈ $1,650 per person · $471 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $200/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Sedona mid-range ground costs (budget 55–90 · mid 120–280 · luxury 320–530+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
Picazzo Pizza
Wildflower Bread Company
Creekside Coffee
Casa Bonita
Coffee Pot Restaurant
Cowboy Club
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Sky Ranch Lodge
GreenTree Inn Sedona
Enchantment Resort
Sedona.org Vacation Rentals
Porter Vacation Rentals
Shopping
- Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village
- Hozho Plaza
- Sedona Original Uptown Mall Plaza
- Sacajawea Plaza
- Hillside Sedona
Nightlife
- Oak Creek Brewery & Grill
- PJ's Village Pub
Museums & culture
- Sedona Heritage Museum
- Cathedral Rock Trail
In pictures
Sedona gallery
Photos: Terrydarc, Matthew P. Del Buono, Shane.torgerson, Scotwriter21, Ken Lund — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Sedona travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Sedona?
Late spring and early autumn for pleasant temperatures.
How many days do I need in Sedona?
Plan at least 2 days in Sedona for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Sedona?
Popular stays in Sedona include Sky Ranch Lodge, GreenTree Inn Sedona, Enchantment Resort. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Sedona cost?
On the ground in Sedona (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 55–90 per person per day, mid-range about 120–280, and luxury about 320–530+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Sedona, United States. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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