r/Sedona

Would anyone be willing to review my husband and I’s trip itinerary for Sedona, the second week in June? We are still trying to decide what to do Sunday morning. We originally planned for the pink jeep tour, but we decided to scratch that. We are healthy and active 31yos. We enjoy hiking, but nothing too crazy. We would love restaurant, hiking, shopping, and any other recommendations you have. Thank you so much!

Saturday — Arrival Day
Asheville → Phoenix → Sedona
Fly from Asheville to Phoenix

Pick up rental car

Lunch in Phoenix

Visit Musical Instrument Museum

Drive to Sedona (~2 hours)

Evening
Check into Airbnb

Relax and unpack

Optional scenic sunset at Airport Mesa

Casual dinner

Dinner Ideas
The Hudson

Hideaway House

Cucina Rustica

Sunday — _________ + Shopping

Morning

Afternoon
Lunch

Creekside American Bistro - good views

Wildflower cafe- sandwiches, soups

Explore Uptown Sedona

Shopping and galleries

Visit Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village

Optional Sunset
Crescent Moon Ranch - swim and sunset

OR, just enjoy sunset at The Hudson or Hideaway House (early morning tomorrow)

Dinner
The Hudson - more elevated; open until 9pm, happy hour 3-6pm

or Hideaway House - cheaper, more casual, great view; close 8:30pm?? Double check, has seasonal hours

Monday — Grand Canyon Day Trip
Early Morning
Depart Sedona around 5:30–6:00 AM

Drive to South Rim

Grand Canyon Stops
Desert View Drive

Grandview Point

Yavapai Point

Mather Point

Optional Moderate Hike
South Kaibab Trail to Ooh Aah Point
Short but scenic hike

Start early before heat

Evening
Drive back through Flagstaff for dinner.
Dinner Ideas in Flagstaff
Diablo Burger

Pizzicletta

Shift Kitchen & Bar

Return to Sedona for relaxed evening.

Tuesday — ATV Adventure + Chapel + Elote Cafe
Morning
ATV / UTV Adventure
Rent ATVs or consider guided UTV tour

Ride Sedona backcountry trails

Afternoon
Relax at Airbnb

Pool/rest time

Visit Chapel of the Holy Cross

Dinner — 6:30 PM
Elote Cafe

Wednesday — Sunrise + West Fork + Mariposa
Sunrise
Bell Rock
Early sunrise walk/hike

Easy access from Airbnb

Great photography opportunity

Morning Hike
West Fork Trail
Shaded canyon trail

Creek crossings

Moderate difficulty

Cooler temperatures than most Sedona hikes

Important
Leave early for parking

Bring water shoes or hiking sandals for creek crossings if desired

Afternoon
Relax at Airbnb

Recovery time

Dinner — 6:30 PM
Mariposa Latin Inspired Grill
Patio reservation

Dress nicely

Arrive early for sunset views/photos

Thursday — Departure Day
Check out of Airbnb

Drive to Phoenix

Return rental car

Fly home to Asheville

Optional Breakfast or Coffee Stop
Valentine

Chelsea’s Kitchen

Hi Everyone!
I’m an east coaster planning my next “phase in life” and I keep being recommended Sedona as a place for an artsy, witchy, kinda bohemian gal like myself! I’m 27, and am hoping for some advice, perhaps some insights into the lifestyle and maybe something you wish you knew earlier! I’m a solo traveler so having any suggestions on what it’s like or where/how to find community would be so helpful!!
Thank you everyone!

We are in Sedona for the next three days and we would love to find a moderate hiking trail, which allows us to do some swimming. Any recommendations would be appreciated.

I am proposing to my girlfriend tomorrow and looking for some recommendations on some fine dining/ nicer restaurants we can go to after!! Thank you in advance!!

I think

1. City is underrated.
2. Apart from popular hikes, there are way too many amazing and in some cases magnificent hikes.
3. Restaurants are desperate to make money and they are expensive.
4. Some of those pink jeep tours are straight bogus.

and finally

6. Vortexes are real. In fact there are very (extremely) powerful energy centers away from those 4 primary hiking spots.

Until next time ✌🏻

Coming into town next month for a big anniversary celebration and want to dress approporiately. I'm assuming the basics - Nice shirt/trousers for men, dresses or skirts/pants + blouses for women...

any advice on the restaurant atmosphere and comfort level? i.e. flats are okay, but teva sandals are not?

Hi! Heading to Sedona for my 40th birthday, I’ll probably be there 3/4 days. Would love to stay at Enchantment or L’Auberge but I don’t think it’s in the budget. That being said I have an idea of what I want my trip to look like: sunrise yoga, coffee/breakfast with husband admiring views of red rock, a hike for sure, would love to scream into a vortex, maybe a sound bath would love to head into town and bring home a geode or something, spa day, nice dinner. Basically I want to do everything since this is my first child free vacation!! Any and all recommendations would be greatly appreciated!!

Considering getting married at Chapel of the Holy Cross but their availability is so minimal. We currently booked December 1, 2027 but I'm fearful it will be weird with how dark it gets that time of year. Would it even be worth it to travel to Sedona for a night wedding?

Would love your thoughts.

Thank you!

Hello!! Im super excited to be able to finally explore Sedona. Ive always been drawn to Sedona for some reason, and recently learned it is an energy vortex. I will be staying along Oak Creek in a tiny cabin for 3 days, and have a part of my adventure is planned!

I would love to hear recommendations that accommodate my dog and I when it comes to anything and everything! My birthday is going to be centered around spirituality and absorbing as much of the energy your beautiful city as to offer.

So far this is what I have planned:

-Secret Garden Cafe

-Bell Rock Pathway and Courthouse Butte Loop

-Cathedral Rock Vista Point

-Amitbha Stupa and Peace Park

-Crystal Vortex/photo therapy in Uptown

-Crescent Moon Ranch/Red Rock Crossing

-Chocolatree organic oasis

I am a naturalist, gluten free and prefer any food places that are organic or health concious, but good with anything really. I do love real authentic mexican food though. Im looking for experiences that shape my mind, body, and soul and to be able to experience the beauty, energy, and fun Sedona has to offer. ❤️

I look forward to hearing what anyone has to say!! Thanks so much 😊

Is there anywhere in/around/on the way to Sedona to try Sonoran hot dogs?? Will be flying in and out of Phoenix

We are coming down to hike hangover trail from flagstaff. Where is the best / most convenient place to get passes for 3-4 cars?

The visitors center is on the south side which seems like having to go out of the way.

I did the rough routes in Colorado on a sedan or a mid size suv, but never drove across Arizona

Cheers!!

My partner and I will be in Sedona for our mini moon in October from Monday-Thursday and starting to plan our itinerary, and I'd love input/recommendations/critiques!

• Lodging - we are booked to stay at the Enchantment. I picked this after a LOT of research and chosen for the luxurious feel and proximity to hiking trails
• Dining for three nights
  • What we want: probably two fancy dinners and one more casual option. We are open to something more off the beaten path, but hopefully not TOO far of a drive
  • My diet: I am allergic to gluten and do not eat red meat
  • Restaurants on my radar from research that I would love thoughts on:
    • Creekside
    • Hudson
    • Che Ah Chi - mostly on the list because we'll have some $$ to spend at the Enchantment resort, is this worth it?
    • Elote
    • Mariposa
• Activities!
  • My partner and I are NOT spa people (I know, why are we going to Sedona...) so the focus will be on being active, and we would love recommendations on the following:
    • Best hikes - fine with difficult trails. Would be great if they're easily accessible from the Enchantment, since that's why we picked the location, but obviously open to driving for a "don't miss" hike
    • Mountain biking - NOT fine with difficult (lol), my partner is good and I am a bit of a spazz, so ideally nicely groomed flow trails. (For reference, I'm a great biker in terms of endurance, but not a great technical/coordinated mountain biker)
    • Are the Jeep/ATV tours fun and worth it?
    • Any romantic/splurge-worthy activity that would be special for a honeymoon?

Thank you in advance for the advice! :)

Just curious (and not very hopeful) if there'd be a place to go watch the final day of league play (live from England) hence the early 8AM kickoff time.

Looking to propose in Sedona.. any recommendations?

We're visiting for a wedding and need a babysitter for tomorrow night (Saturday 5/16) for our 5yo and 8yo. Anyone have any suggestions? Thanks!

Hello! Traveling to Phoenix for work and have tomorrow free. I plan to take a day trip to Sedona. I am not a hiker but would love to see the sights and take photos. Additionally, I was going to do a horse back riding trail but decided to nix it due to price. Are there any ranches where I can still see horses and just mosey around?

Somehow these prices varies from $119 to $325. I want to ask here for others who made these trips.