Sedona offers a wide range of fantastic dining options, from cozy cafes to upscale restaurants that capture the local flavor and stunning scenery. Keep an eye out for the hearts (❤️) next to some of our favorite spots we've personally enjoyed and would happily revisit for a memorable meal in Sedona. The places without hearts are ones we haven't had the chance to try yet, but are eager to check them out soon, as they're highly recommended!

❤️ Sedonuts | small donut & coffee shop | MENU

The Secret Garden Café | café at the Tlaquepaque serving breakfast, lunch & dinner with a wide variety of coffee & espresso offerings | MENU

Coffee Pot Restaurant | famous for its gigantic omelettes (over 100 varieties!) | MENU

Creekside American Bistro | laid back with seasonal menu offerings serving breakfast, brunch & lunch | MENU

Indian Gardens Café & Market | american café in Oak Creek Canyon with a serene setting offering breakfast & lunch | MENU

❤️ Mesa Grill | southwestern with a fun panorama of the small planes taking off at the private airport | MENU

Javelina Cantina | tex-mex with a fun & casual vibe plus a great view | MENU

❤️ Pisa Lisa | wood fired pizzas & gelato | MENU

Sedona Beer Company | brews & views at the uptown shops | MENU

❤️ Salt Rock Kitchen | southwestern, serving breakfast, lunch & dinner in a red rock courtyard | MENU

❤️ Mariposa | ($$$) *the most recommended restaurant in Sedona* | latin american fine dining & will need to make a reservation months in advance | MENU

Cress on Oak Creek | ($$$) fine dining sitting beautifully creekside | MENU

Dahl & Di Luca Ristorante Italiano | ($$$) italian fine dining | MENU

❤️ The Hudson | modern american | MENU

Elote Café | mexican with an elevated twist | MENU

Cowboy Club Grille & Spirits | hearty american fare, including steaks, chops & wild game options like bison and elk | MENU

Hiking in Sedona is an absolute must! We highly recommend using the AllTrails app on your phone to explore and research hikes that interest you ahead of time. Keep in mind that some trailheads now require parking at designated lots and taking the Sedona Trailhead Shuttle, as a few parking areas have been closed in recent years. You can find the shuttle map here to help you plan your adventure accordingly: https://sedonashuttle.com/trailhead-shuttles/

There are countless amazing hikes to choose from, but we’ve listed a few favorites below. Look for the hearts (❤️) next to the ones we think you need to add to the top of your list & squeeze in if you have the time!

❤️ Birthing Cave | 1.9 miles out & back | parking on the side of the road at the long canyon trailhead

Doe Mountain | 1.5 miles out & back | parking at doe mountain trailhead

Seven Scared Pools via Solider Pass | 1.1 miles out & back | parking at shuttle service lot

❤️ Cathedral Rock | 1.2 miles out & back | parking at shuttle service lot

❤️ Devil's Bridge | 3.9 miles out & back | parking at devil's bridge trailhead lot

Subway Cave | 6.1 miles out & back | parking at boynton canyon trailhead

Water: Bring plenty of water to stay hydrated—definitely consider a hydration backpack.

Snacks: High-energy snacks like trail mix, protein bars, or fruit for quick energy boosts. Our favorite trail snack break always includes some premade hawaiian roll sandwiches!

Sun Protection: Sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and lip balm with SPF to protect against sun exposure.

Good Footwear: Comfortable, durable hiking shoes or tennis shoes with extra good grip. FYI - depending on the trail, your shoes may end up turning red in color from all the red rock sand. It's tough to wash out as well — we've tried!

Portable Charger: For phones and other devices, especially if using GPS or apps.

Trekking Poles: Optional, but useful for balance and reducing strain on your legs, especially on rocky terrain.

Uptown Main Street

Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village

Pink Jeep Tours | https://www.pinkadventuretours.com/tours/sedona-tours

Rent ATVs | https://atvsedona.com/

Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Rides | https://redrockballoons.com/

Horseback Riding | https://horsinaroundadventures.com/

Water to Wine Kayak Tour | https://sedonaadventuretours.com/

Verde Canyon Railroad Train Rides (boards in Clarkdale) | https://verdecanyonrr.com/

Visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross | https://chapeloftheholycross.com/

Watch the sunset at Airport Rd Scenic Overlook | https://sedonaairport.org/scenic-overlook