Things to do in Sedona
Wonders of Sedona and the Verde Valley
Sedona and the Verde Valley are rich with a remarkable history, archaeological sites, natural wonders and interesting facts.
Our area has been home to the Sinagua Indians, Conquistadors and many native American tribes. We can provide a sightseeing tour in our beautiful Red Rock Country on its own or in addition to any Wine, Beer or Spirits tour.
Below are just a few of our suggestions and information on things to do and see in the area:
Our area has been home to the Sinagua Indians, Conquistadors and many native American tribes. We can provide a sightseeing tour in our beautiful Red Rock Country on its own or in addition to any Wine, Beer or Spirits tour.
Below are just a few of our suggestions and information on things to do and see in the area:
Bell Rock
Dark Sky Community
Sedona is one of less than 20 cities that has been designated an International Dark Sky Community by the International Dark-Sky Association. You’ll be amazed at the number of sights you’ll see at night in our clear skies!
Bell Rock
A wonderful hike that connects with multiple trails including Templeton, Court House Butte and Little Rock. This trail is relatively easy and is an excellent choice for families. There are restrooms available at the parking site.
Sedona is one of less than 20 cities that has been designated an International Dark Sky Community by the International Dark-Sky Association. You’ll be amazed at the number of sights you’ll see at night in our clear skies!
Bell Rock
A wonderful hike that connects with multiple trails including Templeton, Court House Butte and Little Rock. This trail is relatively easy and is an excellent choice for families. There are restrooms available at the parking site.
Copper Art Museum
Copper Art Museum
The Copper Art Museum is one of my favorite Museums in all of Arizona. Arizona is known as the “Copper State”. At the Copper Art Museum, you’ll learn about our Arizona Copper History, copper in your body, copper in foods and in our oceans. The vast selection of copper armaments, cooking vessels, stills, drinking vessels and works of art are so amazing and new items are being added constantly. It’s a wonderful treat for children also!
The Copper Art Museum is one of my favorite Museums in all of Arizona. Arizona is known as the “Copper State”. At the Copper Art Museum, you’ll learn about our Arizona Copper History, copper in your body, copper in foods and in our oceans. The vast selection of copper armaments, cooking vessels, stills, drinking vessels and works of art are so amazing and new items are being added constantly. It’s a wonderful treat for children also!
Montezuma's Castle
Montezuma’s Castle
The Sinagua (Spanish translation for "without water") Indians built a home here. How did the Sinagua Indians adapt to their apartments up in the sky? They had a ladder system. Human predators might have been the reason they built their homes so high up. According to docents at the Castle, the women were the builders and farmers while the men were out on very long hunts. They created baskets and pottery, which can also be seen at the Verde Valley Archeological Center. Evidence suggests that the Sinagua people were in the area around 650 C.E., but abandoned the area and moved up to the Hopi Mesa in the late 1300’s. Evidence of Paleo-Indians in the area date back much earlier to around 9000 B.C.E. The Yavapai and Apache Indians, according to some new research, may have pre-dated the Spanish.
The Verde Valley Archaeological Center
This is a lovely little museum in Camp Verde with a nice selection of pottery, textiles, and baskets and has rotating exhibits. They are open Tuesday through Saturday 10 am – 4pm.
The Sinagua (Spanish translation for "without water") Indians built a home here. How did the Sinagua Indians adapt to their apartments up in the sky? They had a ladder system. Human predators might have been the reason they built their homes so high up. According to docents at the Castle, the women were the builders and farmers while the men were out on very long hunts. They created baskets and pottery, which can also be seen at the Verde Valley Archeological Center. Evidence suggests that the Sinagua people were in the area around 650 C.E., but abandoned the area and moved up to the Hopi Mesa in the late 1300’s. Evidence of Paleo-Indians in the area date back much earlier to around 9000 B.C.E. The Yavapai and Apache Indians, according to some new research, may have pre-dated the Spanish.
The Verde Valley Archaeological Center
This is a lovely little museum in Camp Verde with a nice selection of pottery, textiles, and baskets and has rotating exhibits. They are open Tuesday through Saturday 10 am – 4pm.
Chapel of the Holy Cross
Chapel of the Holy Cross
Since the late 1950's, this magnificent Roman Catholic Chapel has graced the beautiful Red Rocks of Sedona. It looks as if it were carved into the rocks. The views are absolutely stunning from both inside and out. An excellent photo opportunity of Sedona. It's best to visit during the week since weekends are extremely crowded. We're happy to take visitors to visit this unique Chapel. Situated off of Hwy 179 at 780 Chapel Road. Call 928-282-4069 for more information.
Since the late 1950's, this magnificent Roman Catholic Chapel has graced the beautiful Red Rocks of Sedona. It looks as if it were carved into the rocks. The views are absolutely stunning from both inside and out. An excellent photo opportunity of Sedona. It's best to visit during the week since weekends are extremely crowded. We're happy to take visitors to visit this unique Chapel. Situated off of Hwy 179 at 780 Chapel Road. Call 928-282-4069 for more information.
Clemenceau Heritage Museum
This small, free museum is located in Cottonwood's oldest school building at 1 N. Willard Street. The building dates back to the 1920's and the museum is named after George Clemenceau, a French Premier. Exhibits, history and custom events abound.
Wednesday-Sunday. Call 928-634-2868 or visit clemenceaumuseum.com.
This small, free museum is located in Cottonwood's oldest school building at 1 N. Willard Street. The building dates back to the 1920's and the museum is named after George Clemenceau, a French Premier. Exhibits, history and custom events abound.
Wednesday-Sunday. Call 928-634-2868 or visit clemenceaumuseum.com.
Old Town Cottonwood
Old Town Cottonwood
Old Town Cottonwood is one of my favorite spots! My tour guests always love it. It features six remote wine tasting rooms, excellent restaurants and some fun bars. Restaurants include Italian, Continental, Farm to Table, Mexican, great skewers and more. There's plenty of shopping including antique stores, clothing and Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar. A few great coffee houses and a beauty salon.
Old Town Cottonwood is one of my favorite spots! My tour guests always love it. It features six remote wine tasting rooms, excellent restaurants and some fun bars. Restaurants include Italian, Continental, Farm to Table, Mexican, great skewers and more. There's plenty of shopping including antique stores, clothing and Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar. A few great coffee houses and a beauty salon.
Out of Africa
Out of Africa
This isn't a zoo but a fabulous wild animal park. View exotic animals from around the world in natural habitats. They have a Predator Feed and Tiger Splash and your admission is just $10 in your birthday month. There's also an amazing Zipline. This is a wonderful outing for both young and old.
www.outofafricapark.com 928-567-2840
Off of highway 260, three miles west of I-17 in Camp Verde.
This isn't a zoo but a fabulous wild animal park. View exotic animals from around the world in natural habitats. They have a Predator Feed and Tiger Splash and your admission is just $10 in your birthday month. There's also an amazing Zipline. This is a wonderful outing for both young and old.
www.outofafricapark.com 928-567-2840
Off of highway 260, three miles west of I-17 in Camp Verde.
Jerome, Arizona
Jerome
Visit the mile high former mining town and Ghost Town, historically called the most wicked city across our continent. Our private wine and beer tours will be happy to take you to the fabulous Douglas Museum at the Jerome State Park, Gold King Mine, Mine Museum, delicious wine tasting and fun shopping at the famous Kaleidoscope store, Nellie Bly, while you learn about this city's unique history.
Visit the mile high former mining town and Ghost Town, historically called the most wicked city across our continent. Our private wine and beer tours will be happy to take you to the fabulous Douglas Museum at the Jerome State Park, Gold King Mine, Mine Museum, delicious wine tasting and fun shopping at the famous Kaleidoscope store, Nellie Bly, while you learn about this city's unique history.
Tuzigoot
Tuzigoot
Tuzigoot, another Sinagua archeological site, offers a very dramatic view of the Verde Valley. This pueblo had over 100 rooms, and like Montezuma’s Castle had multiple floors. Again, ladders were used to climb or descend to different levels and there are petroglyphs in the area also.
Tuzigoot, another Sinagua archeological site, offers a very dramatic view of the Verde Valley. This pueblo had over 100 rooms, and like Montezuma’s Castle had multiple floors. Again, ladders were used to climb or descend to different levels and there are petroglyphs in the area also.
McDonald's Turquoise Arches
The Turquoise Arches
On a humorous note, Sedona has the only McDonald’s with Turquoise arches instead of Golden Arches. :) It's in the Safeway Shopping Center in West Sedona.
The Name Sedona
Where did the name Sedona come from? Theodore Schnebly was Sedona’s first postmaster and his wife was named Sedona Schnebly.
On a humorous note, Sedona has the only McDonald’s with Turquoise arches instead of Golden Arches. :) It's in the Safeway Shopping Center in West Sedona.
The Name Sedona
Where did the name Sedona come from? Theodore Schnebly was Sedona’s first postmaster and his wife was named Sedona Schnebly.
Wedding photo of Henry and Dorette Schuerman, 1884
Sedona Heritage Museum
This museum was originally part of the Jordan family homestead and dates back to the late 1800's. It's now owned by the City of Sedona and run by the Sedona Historical Society. There is a wonderful photo collection of the earlier pioneer years and special events happen throughout the year. Plus they have a virtual and audio tour of Arizona's first Commercial Winery, the Red Rock Winery, which grew Zinfandel grapes, and was owned by Henry and Dorette Schuerman.
Open daily and located at 735 Jordan Road.
This museum was originally part of the Jordan family homestead and dates back to the late 1800's. It's now owned by the City of Sedona and run by the Sedona Historical Society. There is a wonderful photo collection of the earlier pioneer years and special events happen throughout the year. Plus they have a virtual and audio tour of Arizona's first Commercial Winery, the Red Rock Winery, which grew Zinfandel grapes, and was owned by Henry and Dorette Schuerman.
Open daily and located at 735 Jordan Road.
Oak Creek Canyon
Oak Creek Canyon
This is one of the most scenic drives in the United States. Starting in Uptown Sedona and going all of the way up to Flagstaff along 89A you'll be amazed at the views! There are spectacular vistas, sheer cliffs and wonderful hikes along the way. Slide rock is a fun place for a picnic and to relax by the flowing streams or jump in for a swim in the summer. It is especially beautiful during the Fall when the leaves are changing.
This is one of the most scenic drives in the United States. Starting in Uptown Sedona and going all of the way up to Flagstaff along 89A you'll be amazed at the views! There are spectacular vistas, sheer cliffs and wonderful hikes along the way. Slide rock is a fun place for a picnic and to relax by the flowing streams or jump in for a swim in the summer. It is especially beautiful during the Fall when the leaves are changing.
John Bell Railroad Museum
John Bell Railroad Museum
Are you a train lover? Then a visit to the John Bell Railroad Museum is a must. Learn how the railroads influenced the Verde Valley. The museum is housed in the Verde Canyon Railroad Depot at 330 N. Broadway Ave in Clarkdale, AZ . You'll see interesting photos, equipment and objects concerning this railroad line. It's free to visit and is open daily from 10 am - 5pm.
Are you a train lover? Then a visit to the John Bell Railroad Museum is a must. Learn how the railroads influenced the Verde Valley. The museum is housed in the Verde Canyon Railroad Depot at 330 N. Broadway Ave in Clarkdale, AZ . You'll see interesting photos, equipment and objects concerning this railroad line. It's free to visit and is open daily from 10 am - 5pm.
West Fork Trail
West Fork Trail
One of my favorite hiking areas and a place I frequently take friends to when they visit is West Fork Trail in Oak Creek Canyon. It's located between Slide Rock and Flagstaff on 89A. There is a fee to enter, but I think it's worth it. The trail is over five miles, but it's easy at the beginning where you walk by lovely apple trees and a cave. It goes by a stream which you frequently have to cross, but isn't too bad during the dry season. It's especially wonderful when the temperatures are rising in Sedona.
One of my favorite hiking areas and a place I frequently take friends to when they visit is West Fork Trail in Oak Creek Canyon. It's located between Slide Rock and Flagstaff on 89A. There is a fee to enter, but I think it's worth it. The trail is over five miles, but it's easy at the beginning where you walk by lovely apple trees and a cave. It goes by a stream which you frequently have to cross, but isn't too bad during the dry season. It's especially wonderful when the temperatures are rising in Sedona.
Snoopy Rock
Snoopy Rock
Snoopy Rock is a classic Sedona icon. On our exclusive wine and or beer tour, we're happy to take you to a wonderful location for a fabulous photo opportunity of everyone's favorite dog. In Sedona, Snoopy is not in the dog house but resting on top of our magnificent red rocks.
Snoopy Rock is a classic Sedona icon. On our exclusive wine and or beer tour, we're happy to take you to a wonderful location for a fabulous photo opportunity of everyone's favorite dog. In Sedona, Snoopy is not in the dog house but resting on top of our magnificent red rocks.
