From hiking one of Sedona’s many gorgeous trails to staying at one of the city’s top resorts, here are the 10 best Sedona experiences. We value Sedona’s local businesses as much as we value its visitors, and we encourage business owners and those seeking exposure to advertise with us. As Sedona’s top magazine, we would love for your business to be a part of that for our readers, who are eager to learn about all of Sedona’s businesses, community resources and one of a kind products. Please enjoy these fun resources and experiences while visiting Sedona!
Visit a vortex!
Many people believe that a vortex is a center of powerful energy where one can feel the earth’s energy and in return, heal in its presence. People come from all over the world to check out our vortexes. You can experience one of the most famous ones for yourself by hiking the Sedona View Trail. This hike’s trailhead begins at one of the most popular spots to watch the sunset in Sedona, the Airport Mesa Saddle. The saddle is also a renowned Sedona vortex site.
Take a hike!
Folks visit Sedona just to experience the majestical hikes and awe-inspiring scenery. Some of the best hikes in the world are in Sedona. Sedona Monthly is filled with hikes curated by local experts. These hiking overviews feature stunning hike photos and insider tips. Try one of the most popular Sedona hikes, Little Horse Trail for stellar views of the iconic Chapel of the Holy Cross. In addition to Little Horse, we also love Teacup Trail, which is a short and scenic hike
Enjoy Lunch With a View!
Take in the views while having lunch, dinner or drinks at one of Sedona’s best restaurants and lunch spots. Mesa Grill offers stunning Sedona red rock views of major red rock formations like Cathedral Rock and Courthouse Butte from high atop Airport Mesa. Chef Mercer Mohr crafts all-American and Southwestern fare like Carne Asada here. You also can see Snoopy Rock and the Oak Creek at Salt Rock Southwest Kitchen and Craft Margaritas at Amara Resort and Spa. The margaritas here are some of the best in town. Try the West Fork margarita—a blend of house-infused jalapeno El Jimador Blanco tequila, Vida Mezcal, lime, agave and house-made bitters.
Mesa Grill – 928-282-2400
Tap Into Healing Vibes
Channel healing energy by booking a session with a Sacred Sedona practitioner. Ten different advanced practitioners have banded together to form Sacred Sedona Now! to help their clients heal and improve their lives. Customers can book time with astrologists, life mentors, mediums, energy healers and more. Virtual sessions are available. Only in Sedona can you experience this type of spirituality and energy fields. You also can consider booking a massage in Sedona that will leave you energized, refreshed and centered. Check out this link for more information!
Take a Yoga Class!
Connect with your mind, body and soul with a yoga class! Sedona Yoga has strong healing vibes, and you can tap into that positive energy by taking a yoga class in the city. Local favorite Village Yoga teaches lower flow classes like Yin Yoga, Gentle Hatha, Restorative mixed with invigorating Vinyasa flow classes for yogis of all stripes. Victoria Ancis is currently offering online yoga classes via her business in Sedona.
Shop for Local Art!
Sedona is full of high-quality art galleries. Two top options include Renee Taylor and the Inner Eye Galleries. Find Lyman Whitaker’s wind sculptures, stunning jewelry by Alex Sepkus and striking original paintings on steel by Peter Skidd. The Inner Eye Gallery represents about 50 American artists with an emphasis on kaleidoscopes, woodwork and copper. The gallery’s collection is rounded out by sculpture, jewelry, fountains and gourd art. Sedona art galleries are worth seeking out.
Play a round of golf at Seven Canyons!
If you’re a golfer, you’ve probably dreamed of hitting the links at Seven Canyons. Seven Canyons is a 200-acre private club at the end of Long Canyon Road, smack dab in the middle of more than 100,000 acres of Coconino National Forest. The club opened in 2003 and features a par-72, 18-hole golf course designed by PGA golf legend Tom Weiskopf. Golfers also have access to top amenities including a plush 14,000-square-foot clubhouse and a Practice Park featuring a 20,000 square-foot teeing area with 25 hitting stations, a 5,000 square-foot practice green, four target greens and a chipping area with practice bunker. Sedona golf is like no other in the world, good luck on the course!
Sedona Seven Canyons – (928) 203-2001
Stay one of Sedona’s Stellar Resorts and Spas!
Sedona is home to many world-class resorts and hotels. The Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock offers top amenities like an upscale gym, an outdoor pool and a stellar spa. Plus, the views of iconic Bell Rock are noteworthy. The four-star Adobe Grand Villas features 15 luxurious rooms complete with opulent bathrooms featuring rainfall showerheads and oversized whirlpool bathtubs, King beds and two fireplaces. But our favorite feature here is the food. Guests can enjoy complimentary fresh-baked bread, a gourmet breakfast, and the totally-worth-the-splurge dinner with a private chef. Located on Oak Creek, the 100-room Amara Resort & Spa has plenty to offer. Guests can feast on tasty Southwest and California cuisine and craft cocktails at Salt Rock Southwest Kitchen, book a treatment at The Amara Spa, lounge in the outdoor pool with red rock views and relax in plush rooms outfitted with pillow top beds. Sedona hotels often come with world-class views and hiking trails right from your hotel door!
Find Your Second Home!
Seven Canyons sells luxurious residential homes in a private community that’s surrounded by Sedona’s red rocks. Residents can enjoy world-class perks like access to a lush golf course, a club membership and award-winning dining and amenities. Additionally, Sedona Real Estate is a great investment and gives buyers a first-class destination out of the heat and into one of world’s most spiritual towns! Sedona homes are often built offering spectacular views and first-class hiking right out your front door!
Take a Dip in the Cold Water!
Sedona is home to Oak Creek, considered to be one of the most scenic fishing and swimming holes in the world. Many visit Slide Rock State Park to enjoy natural water slides and the stunning Oak Creek scenery. But there are plenty of other swimming holes all around. Many folks love to jump in and take what’s called a cold plunge. Often called the Wim Hof Method, the health benefits are extraordinary and include increased energy, reduced stress levels, better sleep & heightened focus and determination.
