brown rock formation under blue sky during daytime
Hikers traverse a scenic trail overlooking the grand canyon.
The grand canyon's vast and dramatic landscape unfolds.
String lights illuminate a courtyard with a statue.
A bare tree overlooks the vast grand canyon landscape.

Holiday in Sedona

Area in USA — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇺🇸

Country

USA

Type

Area

Best time to travel

March to May and September to November, summer hot, winter cool but sunny

Budget/day

130-220 € (resort, restaurants)

Getting there from Germany

Flight to Phoenix about 12 hours, then rental car 2 hours to Sedona

About Sedona

Sedona is Arizona's spiritual heart — a small town nestled in a surreal landscape of bright red sandstone cliffs that glow in flaming orange and crimson red at sunrise and sunset. The energy vortices, where spiritual forces are said to be particularly strong, attract yoga practitioners, healers, and nature lovers from around the world. The Red Rocks form one of the most dramatic landscapes in the USA: Cathedral Rock, Bell Rock, and Courthouse Butte are hiking destinations that look different with each hour of changing light. The over 200 hiking trails range from easy walks to challenging climbs. The Devil's Bridge Trail leads to a natural stone bridge that hovers over a gorge. Oak Creek Canyon, north of Sedona, is often referred to as Arizona's little Grand Canyon and offers swimming opportunities in natural pools. The Chapel of the Holy Cross, a modern church built directly into the red rocks, stunningly combines architecture and nature. Sedona is just two hours north of Phoenix and pairs perfectly with the Grand Canyon (also 2 hours away).

Nature
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Safety
90
Relaxation
80
Romance
80
Adventure
75

Top 4 highlights in Sedona

The places you absolutely must not miss.

1

Red Rock Panorama

Bright red sandstone cliffs that glow in flaming orange at sunset

2

Cathedral Rock

Iconic rock formation and popular hiking destination with spectacular panorama

3

Devil's Bridge

Natural stone bridge over a gorge, spectacular photo opportunity

4

Energy Vortices

Spiritual power places on the rocks, popular for meditation and yoga

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Reise-SIM für Sedona

Günstig surfen im Urlaub mit travSIM

Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen

Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie

Best time to travel for Sedona

Recommended travel time

March to May and September to November, summer hot, winter cool but sunny

Summer

Hot, 33-40°C, monsoon thunderstorms in the afternoon

Winter

Cool, 2-14°C, sunny, occasional snow on the rocks — magical

How much does a holiday in Sedona cost?

Average costs per person per day

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Budget

70-110 € (motel, diner)

Hostel, Street food, Public transport

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Mid-range

130-220 € (resort, restaurants)

Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions

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Luxury

250-500 € (luxury resort, jeep tour, spa)

Boutique hotel, Fine dining

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5 travel tips for Sedona

Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.

Drive to the Airport Mesa Viewpoint at sunset — the best panoramic view

Book a Pink Jeep Tour — the red jeeps are Sedona's trademark and the tours are fantastic

Start the Devil's Bridge hike early in the morning — it gets crowded and hot in the afternoon

Use Oak Creek Canyon for swimming — natural pools and Slide Rock State Park

Combine Sedona with the Grand Canyon and Monument Valley for an Arizona road trip

Food & drink in Sedona

These specialties you must try!

Green Chile Burger — burger with roasted Hatch green chiles, an Arizona classic
Prickly Pear Margarita — margarita with prickly pear, bright pink and unique
Navajo Fry Bread — fried flatbread of Native Americans, sweet or savory
Sonoran Hot Dog — bacon-wrapped hot dog with beans and jalapeños
Chimichanga — fried burrito, allegedly invented in Arizona
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