Relax and Explore: Your Sedona Long Weekend Guide

Take a hike: Sedona is home to the Coconino National Forest with around 200 hiking and multi-use trails. Head out for a leisurely nature hike or a more strenuous climb such as Cathedral Rock Trail with one of the most photographed views. Pro tip: Don’t forget your binoculars to check out the 200+ bird species that inhabit or migrate through the region. It’s a great opportunity to add to your “life list.”

Go shopping: If you are interested in local art and jewelry, head over to Tlaquepaque Arts and Shopping Village. Its charming courtyards, wine tastings, art galleries, and local crafts can easily fill an afternoon.

Hire a private Reiki guide and experience an energy vortex: Reiki guides offer sessions to channel healing energy for relaxation, emotional balance, and spiritual well-being. My party paired this experience with a meditative hike at the vortex site, Bell Rock. While there are many reiki options, I recommend Spirit Flow Sedona for a private and professional guided experience.

Visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross: Built directly into the red rock cliffs, the Chapel of the Holy Cross offers panoramic views of Sedona. Enjoy a moment of quiet reflection or marvel at the views overlooking the altar. Pro tip: Go early as parking is limited and traffic backups are common during peak hours.

The Hudson: Contemporary dining with breathtaking views works well for a grownup night out or a family meal with a wide variety of options including burgers, salads, pasta, and steaks. Lunch and dinner available.

Hideaway House: Casual Italian restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere serving salads, sandwiches, pizzas, and pastas. For a spectacular view of the red rocks, request patio seating.

Mariposa Latin Inspired Grill: Beautiful fine-dining restaurant serving Latin cuisine with stunning panoramic views. Lunch and dinner available.

Dahl and Di Luca: Upscale classic Italian dining with impeccable service. Dinner only for salads, pasta, seafood, and steaks. Bar seating available, but reservations recommended.

Pisa Lisa: Busy pizzeria with delicious wood-fired pizzas, paninis, and salads. Full bar with TVs to catch up on your favorite games. Lunch and dinner available.