Best of Sedona
Sedona is Arizona's red-rock wonderland — towering crimson buttes, world-class hiking and mountain biking, energy vortexes, art galleries, and some of the most jaw-dropping scenery in the Southwest, all about two hours north of Phoenix. Here's the best of Sedona and Northern Arizona, from must-do trails to where to eat and stay.
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The Clinkscale
Premiumbar · Jerome
4.9(770)Tiki Grill
Premiumbar · Flagstaff
4.9(278)Indian Gardens Cafe & Market
Premiumrestaurant · Coffee & Tea · Sedona
4.7(1,081)Vespa Healthy Italian Café Sedona
Premiumrestaurant · Italian · Sedona
4.7(566)The Art of Wine
Premiumbar · Sedona
4.7(314)Sedona Organic Taco
Premiumrestaurant · Mexican · Sedona
4.7(308)Lund Canyon Coffee
Premiumrestaurant · Coffee & Tea · Flagstaff
4.7(189)Gerardo's Pizzeria
Premiumrestaurant · Italian · Sedona
4.6(1,043)Outlaw Grille
Premiumrestaurant · Salad · Sedona
4.6(823)Hilltop Deli Sedona
Premiumrestaurant · Delis · Sedona
4.6(457)G's Burgers
Premiumrestaurant · Burgers · Cornville
4.6(262)Thanks A Latte
Premiumrestaurant · Coffee & Tea · Camp Verde
4.6(258)Sedona guides & tips
Cave Creek AZ Day Trip — Wild West North of Phoenix
Cave Creek is a small Wild West town just 35 minutes north of Phoenix that somehow still feels like the frontier. Great bars, horseback riding, desert trails, and real cowboy culture make it one of the easiest and most satisfying day trips from the Valley.
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Best Winter Activities in Arizona — Sunshine Guide
Arizona's winters are legendary for a reason. From hiking red rock canyons in Sedona to watching MLB stars in spring training, this sunshine guide covers the best warm-weather winter activities across the entire state.
Read guide →Prescott AZ Day Trip from Phoenix — What to Do
Prescott sits about 90 minutes north of Phoenix and packs in Whiskey Row bars, Sharlot Hall Museum, Thumb Butte hiking, and one of Arizona's most charming town squares. Here is everything you need to plan a great day trip.
Read guide →Bisbee AZ Day Trip — Guide to a Historic Mining Town
Bisbee is a quirky, artsy former copper mining town tucked into the Mule Mountains about two hours south of Tucson. Its colorful Victorian houses, underground mine tours, and funky galleries make it one of Arizona's most unique day trips.
Read guide →Tombstone AZ Day Trip from Phoenix — Full Guide
Tombstone is one of Arizona's most legendary destinations, just under two hours from Phoenix. This guide covers the gunfights, saloons, boot hill, and everything you need for a memorable day trip to the town too tough to die.
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Sedona Day Trip from West Valley Phoenix
Sedona is two hours from Glendale and Peoria — close enough for a long day trip, dramatic enough to feel like a full escape. Here is a practical guide to making the most of your Sedona day trip from the West Valley, including the best trails, dining, and timing advice.
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What is Sedona known for?
Sedona is known for its dramatic red-rock formations, hiking trails like Devil's Bridge and Cathedral Rock, energy vortexes, art galleries, and as a scenic getaway about two hours north of Phoenix.
What are the best things to do in Sedona?
Hike the red-rock trails (Devil's Bridge, Bell Rock, Cathedral Rock), take a Pink Jeep tour, visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross, browse galleries in Tlaquepaque, and explore nearby Oak Creek Canyon.
How far is Sedona from Phoenix?
Sedona is about a two-hour drive north of Phoenix via I-17, making it one of the most popular day trips and weekend getaways from the Valley.