Top Sedona Attractions & Things to See

The iconic red rock formations of Sedona are by far the area's most famous attraction and with good reason. These stunning natural landscapes are more than just scenic, they invite exploration and adventure. Whether you're interested in hiking through dramatic canyons, practicing sunrise yoga on a scenic overlook, or capturing sunset photos that will take your breath away, Sedona’s red rocks offer endless possibilities.

Things to See & Experience on the Red Rocks of Sedona

Here are just a few immersive experiences you can enjoy among Sedona’s legendary red rocks:

  • Hike world-class trails like Cathedral Rock, Bell Rock, and Devil’s Bridge
  • Meditate or feel the energy at a Sedona vortex site
  • Practice yoga on a red rock plateau at sunrise
  • Go mountain biking or ATV riding in scenic wilderness areas
  • Spot local wildlife or rare birds with nature observation
  • Enjoy a romantic sunset picnic with panoramic views
  • Take professional photography tours of Sedona’s geological wonders

With hundreds of miles of hiking trails and photo-worthy views around every turn, exploring the red rocks of Sedona, Arizona is a bucket-list experience for outdoor lovers, wellness seekers, and spiritual adventurers alike.


10 Top-Rated Attractions in Sedona, AZ

Chapel of the Holy Cross
A Roman Catholic Chapel that people of all creed come to visit as it is a unique Sedona landmark. Hours are 9-5pm daily. -Village of Oak Creek
Chapel of the Holy Cross

Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park
The Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park is an outdoor venue for prayer, meditation, and the experience of peace in a sacred place. People of all faiths are welcome. It is open during daylight hours, and entry is free The Park is supported by visitor donations. -Village of Oak Creek
Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park

Cathedral Rock
Cathedral Rock is a natural sandstone butte on the Sedona skyline is one of Sedona’s famed vortex points. The extremely popular hike to the top is a 1.2-mile out-and-back trail with incredible scenery and is generally considered a more challenging hike. -Village of Oak Creek
Cathedral Rock

Bell Rock
Bell Rock is a butte with panoramic views of Sedona and is one of the most well known of Sedona’s vortex locations making it a popular place to hike, take pictures or meditate. The trail to the top is .8 miles out-and-back, which is excellent for a short but moderate in challenge adventure. -Village of Oak Creek
Bell Rock

Tlaquepaque Art & Shopping Village
Tlaquepaque was authentically fashioned after a traditional Mexican village to create an artist community. It is a perfect setting to witness gifted Sedona artisans absorbed in their work while surrounded by over 50 specialty shops, exclusive art galleries, fabulous art treasures, and distinctive gifts around every corner. -Sedona
Tlaquepaque Art & Shopping Village

Uptown Sedona Shops
Discover a variety of shops, galleries, and restaurants and local art all located in a compact and easily walkable destination. Uptown Sedona is the central hub of Sedona where dining, entertainment, shops and tours can be found. -Sedona
Uptown Sedona

Airport Mesa
Airport Mesa is not just an airport, there is a hiking loop around Table Top Mountain through basalt boulders & red rocks offering panoramic views of Sedona. It is probably the most popular place to watch sunset from. Hike or drive up. But if your drive, be prepared to come early to find and pay for parking. -Sedona
Sedona Airport Mesa

Palaki Ruins
An archaeological site and park with cliff dwellings located near Sedona. In the Hopi language Palatki means 'red house’. They were the largest cliff dwellings of the Red Rock Country between AD 1150 - 1350. -West Sedona
Palatki Ruins

Montezuma Castle National Monument
t's a preserved native dwelling built into a cliff over 700 years ago. Having to use ladders to get up to it, this cliff dwelling has remained one of Arizona's best-preserved living spaces of the Sinagua Indians. -On the way to Sedona near Camp Verde
Montezuma's Castle

Day trip to Grand Canyon
2 hour drive from Sedona -It’s THE Grand Canyon and it’s only 2 hours away. Imagine getting to experience one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World! There are at least a dozen tour companies that will happily drive you to Grand Canyon National Park from Sedona if you want to just sit back and enjoy the view. Explore Grand Canyon Tours »
Grand Canyon National Park

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Best Grand Canyon Day Tours

Voted on Trip Advisor as the most popular Grand Canyon day tour. This is the best way to enjoy the Grand Canyon without doing any strenuous hiking. Nearly five millions people come to see the Canyon each year and many spend much of their time trying to figure out what to do. Our profess

Voted on Trip Advisor as the most popular Grand Canyon day tour. This is the best way to enjoy the Grand Canyon without doing any strenuous hiking. Nearly five millions people come to see the Canyon each year and many spend much of their time trying to figure out what to do. Our professional guides will make sure you get the most out of your trip. While touring in comfort you will learn about the geology and history of one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. The day tour includes short walks to some incredible "less-used" outlooks, a looking into some of the areas most impressive historic buildings, and time to browse resident art galleries and gift shops.


Northern Light Balloon Expeditions

Founded in 1974, Northern Light Balloon Expeditions/Sedona Balloon Flights is Sedona's original and most experienced hot air balloon company. We offer sunrise flights in smaller seven passenger and larger 14 passenger balloons, with free pick-up service from most Sedona hotels. We will do
Founded in 1974, Northern Light Balloon Expeditions/Sedona Balloon Flights is Sedona's original and most experienced hot air balloon company. We offer sunrise flights in smaller seven passenger and larger 14 passenger balloons, with free pick-up service from most Sedona hotels. We will do our best to accommodate balloon size requests, but we can’t guarantee placement. As one of only two companies permitted to fly in the area, Northern Light Balloon Expeditions provides guests with a unique and exclusive experience. We offer online reservations 24 hours a day, or phone reservations from 9am to 5pm, Arizona time, seven days a week. Please contact us today to secure your spot as we are limited by weight allowance and passenger count.

A Day In The West

Sedona's oldest continually owned family tour business (since 1949) offers a wide variety of tours, including: Jeep tours, horseback rides with BBQ cookouts, winery/jeep combination tours, and much more. In Sedona we are known as the fun and friendly tour company, and we've got a reputatio
Sedona's oldest continually owned family tour business (since 1949) offers a wide variety of tours, including: Jeep tours, horseback rides with BBQ cookouts, winery/jeep combination tours, and much more. In Sedona we are known as the fun and friendly tour company, and we've got a reputation to back that up. Let our Cowboy and Indian guides show you what's special about Sedona's high desert. Check out our website for savings on online bookings.

Sedona & Red Rock State Park Self-Guided Driving Tour

Tap into the energy of the Earth in beautiful Sedona! Locals call this a cathedral without walls, and it only takes one look to understand why. Surrounded by towering buttes and spires of bold red rock and bisected by a canyon that’s green all year-’round, Sedona is like nowhere else on th
Tap into the energy of the Earth in beautiful Sedona! Locals call this a cathedral without walls, and it only takes one look to understand why. Surrounded by towering buttes and spires of bold red rock and bisected by a canyon that’s green all year-’round, Sedona is like nowhere else on the planet. Explore Sedona at your own pace with over 53 stories laid out on a 15-mile route.
  • Fully Guided Personal Tours
  • Professionally Narrated Stories
  • Works Offline
  • Fun Facts
  • Tour At Your Own Pace
  • Location Aware, Plays Automatically
  • Don’t Miss Any Sightseeing Points
  • No Groups. No Tips

  • Wildland Trekking

    Go on an epic journey in Sedona or to the Grand Canyon! Services include 1 to 8 day hiking adventures, tasty backcountry cuisine, and quality gear served up by America's most experienced and knowledgeable Grand Canyon guides. 25+ years experience in adventure travel.

    Grand Canyon Railway

    Visit the official website for Grand Canyon Railway. Book your reservation online for a train tour on one of five classes of service on our vintage train to the Grand Canyon. Or,select a vacation package that includes lodging at our own Grand Canyon Railway Hotel and in Grand Canyon Nation
    Visit the official website for Grand Canyon Railway. Book your reservation online for a train tour on one of five classes of service on our vintage train to the Grand Canyon. Or,select a vacation package that includes lodging at our own Grand Canyon Railway Hotel and in Grand Canyon National Park.

    Sedona UFO Tour Guided By Contacted Scientist

    At sundown, all participants caravan 3 miles to a parking area with a dark sky. 3rd gen night vision goggles are distributed to see what can't be seen with the naked eye. Satellites, airplanes and UFOs are seen every night.

    Personal UFO Tour: With 3 or more in a

    At sundown, all participants caravan 3 miles to a parking area with a dark sky. 3rd gen night vision goggles are distributed to see what can't be seen with the naked eye. Satellites, airplanes and UFOs are seen every night.

    Personal UFO Tour: With 3 or more in a party, the Sedona UFO Tour Guide comes to you with the gear and the information that has made Michael THE guide to hire for a UFO Tour.

    Conversations with a Contactee: Michael will buy lunch and spend an hour sharing his ET contact story, and answering the attendees' questions.


    Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters

    World's Largest and Most Experienced Helicopter Sightseeing Company! Daily multilingual tours of Grand Canyon departing from Sedona, Scottsdale, Phoenix, Grand Canyon, Grand Canyon West and Las Vegas. Choose from a variety of Air Tours, River Rafting, Weddings venus, IMAX attractions, or e
    World's Largest and Most Experienced Helicopter Sightseeing Company! Daily multilingual tours of Grand Canyon departing from Sedona, Scottsdale, Phoenix, Grand Canyon, Grand Canyon West and Las Vegas. Choose from a variety of Air Tours, River Rafting, Weddings venus, IMAX attractions, or even fly the Vegas strip by night.

    Grand Canyon South Rim Tour from Phoenix & Scottsdale with Sedona

    Take in unforgettable views of classic southwestern landscapes. Explore the Grand Canyon South Rim in this incredible tour from Phoenix & Scottsdale that covers the deepest and widest parts of the Grand Canyon. This day tour of the South Rim spends approximately three hours in Grand Canyon
    Take in unforgettable views of classic southwestern landscapes. Explore the Grand Canyon South Rim in this incredible tour from Phoenix & Scottsdale that covers the deepest and widest parts of the Grand Canyon. This day tour of the South Rim spends approximately three hours in Grand Canyon National Park and some time in Sedona.

    Grand Canyon South Rim Self-Guided Driving Tour

    Witness one of the natural wonders of the world in all its glory. The Grand Canyon is so massive, and awe-inspiring that you simply must see it with your own two eyes to truly understand its scale. This value-for-money self-guided tour takes you to all the best vistas and hiking trails. Ex
    Witness one of the natural wonders of the world in all its glory. The Grand Canyon is so massive, and awe-inspiring that you simply must see it with your own two eyes to truly understand its scale. This value-for-money self-guided tour takes you to all the best vistas and hiking trails. Explore Grand Canyon at your own pace with over 60 stories laid out on a 45-mile route.
  • Fully Guided Personal Tours
  • Professionally Narrated Stories
  • Works Offline
  • Fun Facts
  • Tour At Your Own Pace
  • Location Aware, Plays Automatically
  • Don’t Miss Any Sightseeing Points
  • No Groups. No Tips

  • Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course

    Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course is an elevated obstacle course set in the tall Ponderosa Pines. It is securely suspended between the trees at 15 to 60 feet off the ground. At Flagstaff Extreme, we believe the best family memories are usually ones that take place outdoors, so bring th

    Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course is an elevated obstacle course set in the tall Ponderosa Pines. It is securely suspended between the trees at 15 to 60 feet off the ground. At Flagstaff Extreme, we believe the best family memories are usually ones that take place outdoors, so bring the entire family! There are 5 adult courses and 1 junior course with obstacles ranging from tarzan ropes, to wobbly bridges, swinging logs, cargo nets, ziplines, and even an aerial surf board!

    Come Play in the Trees and explore the outdoors like you never have before!

    To see our availability or book a reservation, check out www.flagstaffextreme.com or give us a call at 888-259-0125!

    (See our website for age and height restrictions)


    Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village

    Your unforgettable Sedona experience must include spending time at internationally renowned Tlaquepaque (pronounced Tla-keh-pah-keh), Sedona Arizona's Arts & Crafts Village. Tlaquapaque treats visitors to an exceptional collection of Sedona art galleries and shops bordered by four outstand
    Your unforgettable Sedona experience must include spending time at internationally renowned Tlaquepaque (pronounced Tla-keh-pah-keh), Sedona Arizona's Arts & Crafts Village. Tlaquapaque treats visitors to an exceptional collection of Sedona art galleries and shops bordered by four outstanding restaurants including a micro-brewery. You'll want to return to this epicenter of Sedona shopping and activities again and again - to look and wander, to sample and buy, to eat, drink and refresh body and soul. We also serve as an intimate and beautiful wedding venue.

    The Blazin’ M Ranch - A Western Themed Frontier Town, Dinner, and A Show

    Join us at the Blazin’ M Ranch for an evening of western activities, dinner, and an unforgettable show! The Blazin’ M Ranch features an authentic Western Themed Town located in Cottonwood, Arizona. You’ll find fun family activities and the best chicken and ribs in Arizona, along with

    Join us at the Blazin’ M Ranch for an evening of western activities, dinner, and an unforgettable show! The Blazin’ M Ranch features an authentic Western Themed Town located in Cottonwood, Arizona. You’ll find fun family activities and the best chicken and ribs in Arizona, along with foil-wrapped potato, cowboy beans, our prickly pear coleslaw, flying biscuits and a delicious homemade dessert.

    After dinner the Blazin’ M Cowboys entertain ya’ with their award-winning musical talents mixed with cowboy poetry and humor with a 1 hour show from 7:30pm - 8:30pm!


    Arizona Private Tours

    Arizona Private Tours is the leading private tour agency in Northern Arizona. We specialize in safe & sanitary custom tours. We pick up guests in Flagstaff and spend our day exploring scenic Arizona in an intimate setting with an expert guide in comfort. Our luxury SUV's will take you and
    Arizona Private Tours is the leading private tour agency in Northern Arizona. We specialize in safe & sanitary custom tours. We pick up guests in Flagstaff and spend our day exploring scenic Arizona in an intimate setting with an expert guide in comfort. Our luxury SUV's will take you and up to 6 guests on a completely customizable tour of Northern Arizona. For majestic private Grand Canyon tours to Verde Valley Wine tours & ghost towns in the Sedona area, we cover it all. Let us create the custom tour of your dreams and know that we want to make this a day that you will remember for the rest of your life.

    Maverick Helicopter Tours

    Maverick Helicopters offers tours of the Grand Canyon West Rim and South Rim. Maverick brings VIP service to the canyon with climate-controlled helicopters and unobstructed views perfect for sightseeing. They give you an adventure of a lifetime and not just another tour of the Grand Canyon
    Maverick Helicopters offers tours of the Grand Canyon West Rim and South Rim. Maverick brings VIP service to the canyon with climate-controlled helicopters and unobstructed views perfect for sightseeing. They give you an adventure of a lifetime and not just another tour of the Grand Canyon.

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