Arizona Tourism

Sedona, Arizona Tourism

Sedona, Arizona is the site of magnificent locations such as the 1.8 million Coconino National Park, the International Film Festival, an abundance of fine dining locations, golf courses, tennis courts and a multitude of activities sure to delight and inspire you. In addition, it has been voted the “most beautiful place in America” by People magazine and is one of America’s premier resort towns. There is much to keep you busy here, so come spend a while discovering its treasures.

Museums, Monuments and More in Sedona

The Sedona Heritage Museum can be found in Jordan Historical Park. You will get a peek into the past as you tour the pioneer exhibits, check out the Sedona movie room, see the antique fire engine and view the fruit-sorting machine. The museum and nearby gift shop are open daily.

The Sedona Arts Center offers artwork by renowned artist such as John Hampton, Charlie Dye and Max Ernst. There are special showings on Friday evenings where you can meet the artist and mingle with area residents and artisans.

The Chapel of the Holy Cross- This impressive chapel is not “just another church”. It inspires its guest for both its view and strength. The cross protrudes from a 1,000 foot high rock wall and towers 90 feet into the air.

The Montezuma Castle National Monument is one of the largest and oldest cliff dwellings in the Southwest and was once home to the Sinagua Indians. Today guests will see the large sinkhole that provided water to these Indians.

Out of Africa Wildlife Park - Bring the kids and spend some time watching animals from all over the world. You will see lions, hyenas, a rhino and other animals living in conditions much like their home-land. You can follow the walkabout or take a safari tour.

Outdoor Recreation in Sedona

There is a plethora of opportunities for camping, hiking, rock climbing, biking, horseback riding and other outdoor recreation in Sedona. For places to indulge in these activities, check out the following locations: Call of the Canyon at West Fork, Crescent Moon Ranch which is also “the place” for viewing the Cathedral Rock, the Mongollon Rim, swimming at Oak Creek, or other creek side locations such as Bootlegger, Cave Springs, or Manzanita.

If you love to go bird-watching, then be sure to spend some time at the Sonoran Desert. Touted by the Audubon Society as one of the best place birding opportunities around, the Sonoran Desert is home to over 350 bird species. Birders are particularly fond of visiting during April when the Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival in Cottonwood is held.

If you have kids along for the trip, many area resorts offer a variety of child-friendly activities such as miniature golf, arts and crafts opportunities, treasure hunts and even cooking classes geared just for them. If your children love the outdoors and the challenge of the trail, there is an assortment of ranger led activities at the nearby Slide Rock State Park, Red Rock State Park or Dead Horse Ranch State Park.

In the Red Rock country, be sure to save some time for a guided tour. Tour choices include jeeps, airplanes, helicopters, hot-air balloon rides, dune buggies, and railroads. Many of the tours offer trips to the Grand Canyon. The Red Rock Crossing is one of the most photographed places of the state…don’t forget your camera!