Sedona Things To Do in TownIt's a Small Town but There's Still Plenty of Interesting Sedona AZ Things to DoLike many visitors, seeing the famous red rocks was tops on our Sedona things to do list. But after spending a lot of time here, we've found a variety of Sedona AZ things to do. Some of the things to do in Sedona that we've enjoyed include taking a trip back into Sedona's past, finding a great gift or wonderful work of art, and having a great massage at one of the many Sedona spas. Below is our list of favorite activities, offering a little something for everyone. All of these Sedona things to do are right in town, too, so you won't have far to travel.
Chapel of the Holy Cross Marguerite Bruswig Staude searched Europe and the United States for a special location to build her monument to faith, deciding on Sedona as soon as she saw it. Completed in 1956, it has been part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix and administered by Saint John Vianney Parish since 1969. The Chapel of the Holy Cross is open to the public and is one of the most popular, and visually striking, Sedona things to do. When you fist arrive, you'll need to park in one of several lots located at different levels on the way up the hill to the Chapel. Parking attendants help with the flow of traffic. Note that from the parking lots, there is an uphill walk to the Chapel itself. Once you reach the top, walk around the outside of the Chapel. The views from up here are amazing as the beauty of Sedona stretches out before you. Inside, a high ceiling follows the shape of the building. At the far end of the Chapel from the entrance doors sits a simple altar in front of large windows that face east to the sun. Some visitors are said to have a spiritual experience while inside the Chapel. We enjoyed the red rock views and the simple serenity within. We definitely think that it's worth taking the time to visit. A downstairs gift store offers religious items. There are no public restrooms at the Chapel, but there are small portable restrooms at the bottom of the road below the parking lots. Visiting the Chapel of the Holy Cross is free but donations are welcome. Services are scheduled throughout the week and the chapel is open to the public during most daytime hours. It is closed on some major holidays. Address: 780 Chapel Road, Sedona AZ 86336
Airport Mesa Just a short drive up Airport Road will take you to a viewing area that is a wonderful place to get a bird's eye view of West Sedona and beyond. Thunder Mountain and Coffee Pot Rock are just two of the spectacular red rock formations you can see from here. Mesa is the Spanish word for table and once you get up here, you'll find that you're on the flat top of Table Top Mountain. The viewing area is at the south edge of Airport Mesa. The Sedona Airport is also on top of the mountain, a short distance from the viewing area. There is plenty of parking in a large gravel parking lot. The viewing area is free, however, there is a small donation box to help pay for maintenance. Find out more about Airport Mesa vortex. Address: near 1105 Airport Road, Sedona AZ 86336
Sedona Heritage Museum The Sedona Heritage Museum is in the farm house of Walter and Ruth Jordan, who had a fruit orchard on the property. They originally built a one-room cabin in 1931 and added to it over the years as the size of their family grew. The Jordan Family graciously donated their farm to the city to preserve a little slice of Sedona's history. Today, each room of the farm house focuses on a particular subject including Sedona pioneers, movies made in Sedona, and the life of real cowboys. There is also a laundry room, school room, a room about the Schnebly family (whose orchard once occupied what it now Slide Rock State Park), and a U.S. Forest Service exhibit. We thoroughly enjoyed wandering through the rooms as the museum is filled with so much to see. We found ourselves pointing out household items similar to what our own grandparents and great grandparents had used. A former fruit packing shed and an old tractor shed now display orchard equipment, an 1850 spring wagon, an 1898 jumpseat buggy, a Farmall steel-wheel tractor, a Caterpillar D-2 tractor, and a 1942 Ford Maxim fire truck. A little gift shop is filled with books, CDs, DVDs, handmade pottery, and our favorite, prickly pear jelly. There's also a small but lovely garden, a nature path that winds through the forest, and a few picnic tables in a scenic setting. Seeing western blue birds while we were walking behind the farm house was a special treat. If you are looking for Sedona things to do that are fun, educational, and easy to get to, the museum is a good choice. The Sedona Heritage Museum is open daily with limited hours. Address: 735 Jordan Road, Sedona AZ 86339
Sedona Spas Sedona spas offer a wide variety of treatments including facials, wraps, and massages. Many spas in Sedona also offer special therapies such as Reiki, Jin Shin Jyutsu, cranial sacral therapy and even acupuncture. A number of Sedona spas are at hotels, but you don't have to be a hotel guest to make an appointment at most of them. An exception is the world famous Mii Amo Spa at Enchantment Resort. You must be a resort guest at Enchantment to visit Mii Amo. If you prefer not to go to a hotel, there are a good selection of Sedona day spas that are independent businesses. For more about spas in Sedona, see our Sedona Spa reviews on our Arizona spas page.
Tlaquepaque This atmospheric shopping area, built in the 1970s, is meant to look like a traditional Mexican village. Large sycamore and cottonwood trees shade hidden courtyards. The burble of fountains echo off the pale stucco buildings and tile roofs. We've always enjoyed our visits to Tlaquepaque. It's a lovely spot for just walking around, window shopping or having lunch at one of the several restaurants. However, with over 40 unique shops and art galleries, it's hard not to find something you just have to have. Read more on our Tlaquepaque.
Sedona Vortexes A Sedona vortex is considered by some to be a natural place of positive energy and healing powers. People come to Sedona from all over the world just to experience the powerful energy that's said to emanate from them. No matter what you feel, there's no denying that these awe-inspiring formations are some of the most spectacular spots in red rock country. Bell Rock, Airport Mesa, and Cathedral Rock are just some of the spots that are thought to be Sedona vortex areas. To find out where the primary vortexes are, visit our Sedona Arizona vortex page. For more Sedona things to do outdoors, see our Sedona Arizona Attractions page. Note: This Sedona things to do information was accurate at the time of publication. All hours, contact information, availability, access, directions, fees, and prices should be confirmed directly with the facility or agency before visiting or making reservations and/or travel plans. Return to Sedona Arizona Vacation Guide from Sedona Things To Do
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