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Your complete concierge-curated handbook for hikes, hotels, dining, wine, wellness, tours, shopping, and hidden gems.

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Think of this as your personal concierge in print. Skim the itineraries to plan your days, use the hike notes to pick trails by difficulty, and keep the daily planners handy. Throughout, look for tips to beat crowds, secure reservations, and stay safe in the desert.

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• Winter (Dec–Feb): Quiet, cold mornings, possible snow, great rates, peaceful hikes.
   
• Spring (Mar–Apr): Wildflowers, mild temps, peak season, book early.
   
• Summer (May–Aug): Hot, exposed, monsoon skies in July/August. Hike at dawn only.
   
• Fall (Sep–Nov): Crisp evenings, Oak Creek Canyon fall colors, wine harvest.
   

• Red Rock Pass or America the Beautiful Pass needed at many trailheads.
   
• Parking fills by sunrise. Always have a backup hike.
   
• Hydrate constantly, bring electrolytes.
   
• Wear SPF, sturdy shoes, brimmed hat.
   
• Avoid high points during lightning; watch for flash floods.
   
• Leave No Trace: stay on trail, pack out trash, protect cryptobiotic soil.
   

Areas

• Uptown Sedona – Walkable, bustling, great for first-timers.
   
• West Sedona – Central, local conveniences, easy trail access.
   
• Village of Oak Creek – Quieter, golf, near Bell Rock.
   
• Oak Creek Canyon – Creekside cabins, cooler temps.
   

Top Resorts & Hotels

• Enchantment Resort – Iconic luxury in Boynton Canyon.
   
• Mii amo Spa – Transformational journeys and wellness.
   
• L’Auberge de Sedona – Creekside cottages.
   
• Amara Resort – Boutique hotel with SaltRock restaurant.
   
• Ambiente – Adults-only atrium hotel with views.
   
• Hilton Sedona at Bell Rock – Golf and spa amenities.
   
• Las Posadas of Sedona – Villa-style accommodations.
   

Vacation Rentals
Private homes, casitas, and villas. For white-glove service, partner with The Best of Sedona for provisioning, chefs, and itinerary design.

• Breakfast & Coffee – Creekside Coffee, Indian Gardens, Local Juiceries.
   
• Lunch – Tacos, salads, wood-fired pizza, picnic-friendly bites.
   
• Dinner – Mariposa, Elote Café, Dahl & Di Luca, fine dining, Italian, and modern Southwestern.
   
• Desserts & Nightcaps – Gelato, chocolate boutiques, craft cocktails, wine bars with live music.
   

• Page Springs Cellars, D.A. Ranch, Oak Creek Vineyards.
   
• In-town tasting rooms in Cottonwood.
   
• Reserve weekends, hydrate, snack between pours.
   
• Fall harvest season is magical.
   

• Cathedral Rock: Steep, iconic sunset spot.
   
• Devil’s Bridge: Famous arch photo, moderate.
   
• Bell Rock & Courthouse Loop: Easy/moderate, vortex.
   
• Boynton Canyon: Scenic canyon walls.
   
• West Fork Trail: Lush creek, great for summer.
   
• Soldier Pass: Sacred Pools, sinkhole, caves.
   
• Bear Mountain: Hard climb, huge views.
   
• Wilson Mountain: Sedona’s tallest summit.
   
• Fay Canyon: Easy, shaded canyon.
   
• Secret Slickrock: Short, family-friendly sunset pad.
   

• Airport Mesa Overlook – Panoramic views.
   
• Secret Slickrock – Family-friendly.
   
• Merry-Go-Round Rock – Iconic, requires Jeep or tour.
   
• Red Rock Crossing – Cathedral reflections.
   

• Vortex sites: Bell Rock, Cathedral Rock, Boynton Canyon, Airport Mesa.
   
• Yoga, meditation, Reiki, sound baths.
   
• SedonaMoves “Movement is Medicine” sessions blend martial arts, yoga, and mindfulness.
   
• Top spas: Mii amo, Amara, Wilde Haven, Gateway Cottage Wellness Center.
   

• Jeep & Off-Road Tours (Pink Jeep, Broken Arrow trail).
   
• Helicopter flights & Hot Air Balloon rides.
   
• Kayaking the Verde River.
   
• eBike adventures.
   
• Stargazing tours with telescopes and guides.
   

• Easy hikes: Fay Canyon, Secret Slickrock, Red Rock Crossing.
   
• Stroller/wheelchair access: paved overlooks, visitor centers, some parks.
   
• Pets must be leashed, bring water and paw protection.
   

3-Day Adventure – Cathedral Rock, Devil’s Bridge, Jeep tour, Boynton Canyon, stargazing.
3-Day Romance – Creekside breakfasts, balloon ride, wine tastings, chef dinners.
3-Day Wellness – Yoga, mindful hikes, spa days, sunset meditations.
3-Day Family – Easy hikes, creek play, jeep ride, pizza night, stargazing.

5-Day Framework – Mix hikes, spa, jeep, wine country, art galleries.
7-Day Framework – Big summits, wine harvest, wellness day, guided tours.

All Seasons – Daypack, hydration, sun hat, SPF, sunglasses, sturdy shoes, snacks, first-aid kit.
Winter – Gloves, warm layers, microspikes.
Summer – Cooling towel, dawn hikes only.
Monsoon – Rain shell, quick-dry gear.

• Spring: Wildflowers, art walks.
   
• Summer: Monsoon clouds, river paddles.
   
• Fall: Oak Creek Canyon colors, wine harvest.
   
• Winter: Holiday lights, cozy trails.
   

• Explore galleries, spas, tasting rooms.
   
• Scenic drives between showers.
   
• Private chef dinners in your villa.
   

The Best of Sedona offers curated itineraries with lodging, chefs, private tours, and drivers. Book at TheBestOfSedona.com. A portion of profits supports Sedona conservation.

• Sedona Visitor Information Center — 331 Forest Rd | 928-282-7890 | info@sedonachamber.com
   
• Red Rock Ranger District — 8375 AZ-179 | 928-203-2900
   

• Enchantment Resort — 525 Boynton Canyon Rd | 928-282-2900 | enchantmentresort.com
   
• Mii amo — 525 Boynton Canyon Rd | 928-203-8500 | miiamo.com
   
• L’Auberge de Sedona — 301 L’Auberge Ln | 855-905-5745 | lauberge.com
   
• Amara Resort & Spa — 100 Amara Ln | 844-489-9662 | amararesort.com
   
• Ambiente — 900 W SR-89A | 800-405-1969 | ambientesedona.com
   
• Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock — 90 Ridge Trail Dr | 928-284-4040 | hilton.com
   
• The Wilde Resort & Spa — 2250 W SR-89A | 928-282-5466 | thewilderesort.com
   
• Arabella Hotel — 725 SR-179 | 928-282-7151 | arabellahotelSedona.com
   
• Sky Rock Sedona — 1200 W SR-89A | 928-282-3072 | skyrocksedona.com
   
• Poco Diablo Resort — 1752 AZ-179 | 928-282-7333 | pocodiablo.com
   
• Orchards Inn — 254 N SR-89A | 928-282-1441 | orchardsinn.com
   
• Matterhorn Inn — 230 Apple Ave | 928-282-7176 | matterhorninn.com
   
• El Portal Sedona Hotel — 95 Portal Ln | 928-203-9405 | elportalsedona.com
   
• Sedona Real Inn & Suites — 95 Arroyo Pinon Dr | 928-282-1414 | sedonareal.com
   
• Sedona Springs Resort — 55 Northview Rd | 928-204-3400 | sedonaescape.com
   
• Los Abrigados Resort & Spa — 160 Portal Ln | 928-282-1777 | losabrigados.com
   
• Junipine Resort — 8351 N AZ-89A | 928-282-3375 | junipine.com
   
• Adobe Grand Villas — 35 Hozoni Dr | 928-203-7616 | adobegrandvillas.com
   

• Mariposa Latin Inspired Grill — 700 W SR-89A | 928-862-4444 | mariposasedona.com
   
• Elote Café — 350 Jordan Rd | 928-203-0105 | elotecafe.com
   
• The Hudson — 671 AZ-179 | 928-862-4099 | thehudsonsedona.com
   
• Cress on Oak Creek — 301 L’Auberge Ln | 928-282-1661 | lauberge.com
   
• Dahl & Di Luca Ristorante — 2321 W SR-89A | 928-282-5219 | dahlrestaurants.com
   
• Butterfly Burger — 6657 AZ-179, VOC | 928-862-4442 | butterflyburger.com
   
• Shorebird Sedona — 150 SR-179 | 928-852-8585 | shorebirdrestaurant.com
   
• Sound Bites Grill — 101 N SR-89A | 928-282-2713 | soundbitesgrill.com
   
• Hideaway House — 231 AZ-179 | 928-202-4082 | hideawayhouse.com
   
• Cowboy Club — 241 N SR-89A | 928-282-4200 | cowboyclub.com
   
• Creekside American Bistro — 251 AZ-179 | 928-282-1705 | creeksideinn.com
   
• Indian Gardens Café & Market — 3951 N AZ-89A | 928-282-7702 | iggardens.com
   
• The Coffee Pot — 2050 W SR-89A | 928-282-6626 | coffeepotsedona.com
   
• Local Juicery — 3150 W SR-89A | 928-282-8932 | localjuicery.com
   
• Wildflower — 101 N SR-89A | 928-204-2223 | wildflowerbread.com
   
• Pump House Station — 313 AZ-179 | 928-862-4141 | pumphousestation.com
   

• Sound Bites Grill — 101 N SR-89A | 928-282-2713
   
• Mooney’s Irish Pub — 671 AZ-179 | 928-282-2331 | mooneysirishpubsedona.com
   
• PJ’s Village Pub — 40 W Cortez Dr, VOC | 928-284-1660 | pjsvillagepub.com
   
• Vino Di Sedona — 2575 W SR-89A | 928-554-4682 | vinodisedona.com
   
• The Vault Uptown — 361 Forest Rd | 928-862-4441
   

• Page Springs Cellars — 1500 N Page Springs Rd | 928-639-3004 | pagespringscellars.com
   
• D.A. Ranch — 1901 Dancing Apache Rd | 928-639-1001 | daranch.com
   
• Javelina Leap — 1565 N Page Springs Rd | 928-649-2681 | javelinaleapwinery.com
   
• Oak Creek Vineyards — 1555 N Page Springs Rd | 928-649-0290 | oakcreekvineyards.net
   
• Alcantara Vineyards — 3445 S Grapevine Way | 928-649-8463 | alcantaravineyards.com
   
• Merkin Vineyards — 1001 N Main St, Cottonwood | 928-649-5555 | merkinvineyards.org
   

• Mii amo Spa — 525 Boynton Canyon Rd | 928-203-8500 | miiamo.com
   
• Wilde Haven Spa — 2250 W SR-89A | 928-852-7626 | thewilderesort.com/spa
   
• Sedona New Day Spa — 3004 W SR-89A | 928-282-7502 | sedonanewdayspa.com
   
• Uptown Massage — 180 Blackhawk Ln | 928-274-0091 | uptown-massage.com
   
• SedonaMoves — sedonamoves.com | info@sedonamoves.com
   

• Pink Jeep Tours — 204 N SR-89A | 800-873-3662 | pinkadventuretours.com
   
• Red Rock Western Jeep Tours — 2900 W SR-89A | 928-282-6826 | redrockjeep.com
   
• A Day in the West — 252 N SR-89A | 928-282-4320 | adayinthewest.com
   
• Sedona Off-Road Center — 2855 W SR-89A | 928-204-0000 | sedonaoffroadcenter.com
   
• Guidance Air — 1200 Airport Rd | 928-351-1000 | guidanceair.com
   
• Sedona Air Tours — 1200 Airport Rd | 928-204-5939 | sedonaairtours.com
   
• Red Rock Balloons — 273 AZ-89A | 928-282-6628 | redrockballoons.com
   
• Northern Light Balloon Expeditions — 928-282-2274 | sedonaballoons.com
   
• Sedona ATV & Buggy Rental — 2740 W SR-89A | 928-204-0000 | sedonaatv.com
   
• Verde Adventures (Kayak) — 800-478-4711 | verdeadventures.com
   
• Thunder Mountain Bikes — 1695 W SR-89A | 928-282-1106 | thundermountainbikes.com
   
• Pedego Electric Bikes — 1575 W SR-89A | 928-282-3673 | pedegoelectricbikes.com
   

• Sedona Stargazing (Evening Sky Tours) — P.O. Box 463 | 928-203-0006 | eveningskytours.com
   
• Astronomy Adventures AZ — Sedona | 928-421-1800 | sedonastargazingaz.com
   
• Sedona Philosophy — 928-274-8737 | sedonaphilosophy.com
   

• Exposures International Gallery — 561 SR-179 | 928-282-1125 | exposuresfineart.com
   
• Renee Taylor Gallery — 336 SR-179 | 928-282-1575 | reneetaylorgallery.com
   
• Kuivato Glass Art — 336 SR-179 | 928-282-1212 | kuivato.com
   
• Lanning Gallery — 431 SR-179 | 928-282-5969 | lanninggallery.com
   
• Turquoise Tortoise — 431 SR-179 | 928-282-2262 | turquoisetortoisegallery.com
   
• Bearcloud Gallery — 5 Navoti Dr | 928-282-7308 | bearcloudgallery.com
   
• Andrea Smith Gallery — 336 SR-179 | 928-203-9002 | andreasmithgallery.com
   
• Rowe Fine Art — 336 SR-179 | 928-282-8877 | rowegallery.com
   
• Honshin Fine Art — 336 SR-179 | 928-202-4888 | honshinfineart.com
   
• Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village — 336 SR-179 | 928-282-4838 | tlaq.com
   
• Sedona Crystal Vortex — 271 N SR-89A | 928-282-3388 | sedonacrystalvortex.com
   

• The Hike House — 431 SR-179 | 928-282-5820 | hikehouse.com
   

• Sedona Shuttle — sedonashuttle.com
   
• Groome Transportation (to PHX) — 928-350-8466 | groometransportation.com
   
• The Best of Sedona – Private Drivers — thebestofsedona.com
   

• Sedona Heritage Museum — 735 Jordan Rd | 928-282-7038 | sedonamuseum.org
   
• Agave of Sedona — 1146 W SR-89A | 928-554-7998 | agaveofsedona.com
   
• Tlaquepaque Weddings — 336 SR-179 | 928-282-4838 | tlaq.com/weddings
   

• Verde Valley Medical Center — 3700 W SR-89A | 928-204-3000 | nahealth.com
   
• NextCare Urgent Care — 2530 W SR-89A | 928-204-0080 | nextcare.com
   

This guide is comprehensive but not exhaustive. Sedona businesses evolve; always check websites or call ahead for the most current details. Trail conditions and hours change seasonally.

For concierge planning, visit TheBestOfSedona.com.