Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village is one of Sedona's most enchanting spots! It is designed to…read morelook like a traditional Mexican village; where art, culture, and community come together. The cobblestone paths, stucco walls, archways, vine-covered courtyards, bubbling fountains, beautiful Spanish-inspired architecture and locally owned art galleries adds to its charm! With 50+ shops, galleries, restaurants, cafés, boutiques, and local artisan stores, it's the perfect way to spend the day.

Very cool shopping village in the heart of Sedona. A lot of the shops here are small businesses or…read moresmall chains, so you get a ton of unique items to shop for. We also visited a couple of restaurants here during our trip; good variety of food options at differing price ranges too. Overall, great time HOWEVER, parking was a nightmare both times we visited (once on a weekday night, and again on a weekday afternoon).

My brother and I went on the Antelope Canyon tour on our trip to Sedona. Our tour guide, Alan from…read moreRochester, NY, was phenomena! We haven't stopped talking about how much we loved the tour we got from him. The immense amount of knowledge that he has was put to the test with the amount of questions we asked him. We couldn't trip him up, he knew every answer to our questions. 100/10 recommend a Pink Jeep Tour from Alan.

Are tour guide wild bill did an awesome job 4 wheeling through the red rocks of Sedona. I…read morerecommend broken arrow trail it was a blast​. Wild bill made the trip a good one. Can't wait to try another trail with pink jeep tours. Hopefully we get wild bill.

This is in the top 3 hikes of everywhere I've been all over the planet and it would have been much…read morebetter if I didn't forget the backpack with our water and snacks. We came during a busy season and the trailhead opens at 8 am and does get completely full. 10 minutes before the gate opens there was already a line of cars waiting to get in. They do have a shuttle at a parking lot about an hour away if it gets too busy. Because we didn't have water or food we were only out about a 3 hours and could have easily stayed for two more. The hike starts with stairs and handrails but quickly opens up into not clearly marked paths that feel like you are walking in nature and not on a path. You'll reach Devil's Kitchen quickly and the scale is much larger in person and har to capture via pictures. It's a sinkhole with no barriers around the edge so walk carefully. A lot of people come for the Seven Sacred Pools and if you come too early the lighting isn't that great. If you scramble down to the base of the pools you can walk the dry riverbed back to the trailhead for a different experience

Soldier Pass Trail was amazing, I've been wanting to see Seven Sacred Pools for a few years now…read more We parked at Jim Thompson parking lot and walked the Cibola trail to meet up with Soldier Pass Trail, since the parking lot is small and gate doesn't open until 8am. I would definitely recommend this route, it was probably a 45 minute hike to Devils Kitchen but fairly easy. I'm so happy that these trails stay clean, everyone does a great job of leaving it better than they found it.

Red Rock State park was the passport to our Sedona adventure. I didn't realize there was such an…read moreextensive trail system. On my list now is to figure out how to stitch all these trails together and come back and do a mega hike. Please come and create your own adventure.

We took the whole family out to Red Rock State Park, and it ended up being one of the most balanced…read moredays we've had out here. Not overwhelming, not chaotic, just... right. If you've spent time around Sedona, you know how quickly things can feel crowded and overrun. This place is the opposite. It feels more intentional, more preserved. You're still surrounded by those iconic red rock formations, but here they're framed by open meadows, clusters of trees, and the steady presence of Oak Creek winding through the park. We set out as a group, a mix of adults and kids, and found trails that worked for everyone. That's the beauty of this place. You don't have to be chasing a summit to enjoy it. The trails are well-marked, manageable, and still interesting enough to keep you engaged. You're moving through changing terrain the whole time. One minute you're walking through sunlit grass, the next you're tucked into shade near the water, then you turn a corner and the red rock rises up again like it's been waiting for you. The creek pulls you in. There's something about moving water in the desert that makes you slow down without realizing it. We stopped more than once just to sit for a minute, let the kids explore a bit, listen to the sound of it moving over rock. No rush, no pressure to keep pushing forward. Wildlife shows up if you're paying attention. Birds moving through the trees, the occasional lizard darting across the trail, subtle signs that this isn't just a scenic backdrop, it's a living system doing its thing. What stood out most was the pace. This isn't a place that demands anything from you. It lets you take it in at your own speed. Some of us pushed a little farther down the trail, others hung back and soaked it in. Nobody felt like they were missing out. It's also one of those rare parks that feels curated without feeling artificial. You can tell it's cared for. Trails are maintained, signage is clear, and there's a quiet respect for the environment that seems to carry over to the people visiting. By the time we looped back, nobody was checking the time. That's usually a sign you picked the right place. If Sedona at its busiest feels like a spectacle, this feels like a conversation. Same landscape, different tone. And sometimes that's exactly what you want.

Barry is THE BEST!! His deep knowledge and passion, gave us the most authentic tour of Sedona with…read moreVortex teachings and instructional guidance to experience for ourselves. Topped it off with a delicious wine place in town called the Art of Wine with the owner. He is hands down the best tour operator and guide I've ever met. Don't skip this tour in Sedona!

Barry was the best very knowledgeable and flexible with our tour. What ever we were interested in…read morehe would take us. He never rushed us or worried about time. Would definitely call him again for a wine tour!

It's as much emblematic of Sedona as the Statue of Liberty is emblematic of New York City…read more Commissioned and held by the City of Sedona, "Red Rocks and the Cowboy Artist" sits near the crosswalk on SR 89 in "Uptown" Sedona. Created and placed in 2002, Clyde "Ross" Morgan's bronze statue is as much a tale of Sedona's culture as anything else. Depicted is Joe Beeler, a painter and sculptor in his own right, painting the red rocks of Sedona's Snoopy Rock (named as such because it looks like the famed beagle lying on top of his doghouse). Next to her is a young girl, in full color and in more modern times, ready to take a picture. Beeler also established Cowboy Artists of America, a group that continues to this day "preserving & perpetuating the culture of Western life in fine art." And certainly, "Red Rocks and the Cowboy Artist" stands as an apt symbol of Sedona ... and Western life.

We really enjoyed our short hike at Bell Rock Pathway in Sedona, AZ…read more Bell Rock Pathway, is kid friendly and is a popular, wide trail offering iconic views of Bell Rock and Courthouse Butte, accessible for hikers, bikers, and horseback riders, with options for both easy strolls and more challenging climbs. There's free parking available and restrooms. Be sure to wear sunscreen and bring water bottles before your hike. Check it out when in the area! Happy Yelping :)

I'm not saying Bell Rock called my name... but if you'd heard it too, you probably would've shown…read moreup. There's something about Bell Rock that pulls you in. Maybe it's the shape. Maybe it's the energy. Maybe it's just that classic Sedona magic. Whatever it is, I felt it. Now let's start with the one challenge: parking. Limited spots and a bit of patience required. It took a while to find a place, but I decided to call that my warmup. Pro tip: arrive early or later in the afternoon if you want better odds at a spot. Once you hit the trail, everything changes. The path is wide and welcoming. No punishing climbs. No technical scrambling. Just an easy walk surrounded by those famous red rock views that make Sedona feel like another planet. And the quiet. That's the part that sticks with you. Step onto the trail and the noise of the world fades away. You're left with open sky, towering rock, and that peaceful stillness that reminds you why people come here in the first place. Whether you're a seasoned hiker chasing summits or someone who just wants a beautiful walk through nature, this trail delivers. Put this one on your Sedona list. Because sometimes the best hikes aren't the hardest ones... they're the ones that simply make you stop, breathe, and look around. Some places you visit... and some places feel like they were waiting for you. Bell Rock might just be one of those.