Sedona has gained acclaim as one of the most beautiful places in Arizona, perhaps second only to the Grand Canyon.
The scenic beauty of the area provides one selfie moment after another…it’s really hard to take a bad picture here. The public lands of Sedona have amazing trails for hiking and biking, and the area guided jeep tours that traverse forest and red rock are world famous. Make the Tavern Hotel your home base for exploring Sedona and the Verde Valley. The Tavern Hotel is located just 20 minutes from the red rock beauty of Sedona on Main Street in Old Town Cottonwood.
Outside of the iconic views, Sedona is believed to be the home of psychic-energy vortexes. A vortex is thought to be a special spot on the earth where energy is either entering into the earth or projecting out of the earth’s plane. Although all of Sedona is considered to be a vortex, there are specific locations within Sedona that have been identified where the energy is more intense and where you are more likely to actually feel the energy. Cathedral Rock, the Chapel of the Holy Cross, Airport Mesa, Bell Rock and Boynton Canyon are all easily accessible & recognized as vortexes. As you go to these places, you may see people doing meditation or yoga to take advantage of the special healing qualities of Sedona’s vortex energy.
Things to do near Sedona:
Slide Rock: Slide Rock located just 7 miles from Sedona has a little something for everyone. The shallow pools and small natural slides are perfect for a family outing. You’ll find kids of all ages splashing and enjoying the desert oasis. It’s also a fun retreat for the outdoorsy couple our group of friends looking to explore Arizona’s beautiful landscapes. As your adventure level climbs, so do the heights of the cliffs. Bask in the sunshine & cool off in the creek.
Oak creek Country Club: Rated as Arizona’s best overall year round golf courses, Oak Creek Country Club was designed by world famous golf architects Robert Trent Jones Sr. and Jr. and provides majestic views throughout the course.
Jeep Tours: Since 1960, Pink Jeep Tours have provided a stunning way to explore the red sandstone cliffs. With a number of different tours available, the whole family will be satisfied with this adventure.
River Trips: You will discover a different side of the Verde Valley with a trip down the Verde River. Sedona Adventure Tours provides a do-it-yourself river trip experience without the hassles. Perfect for the adventure seeker in you.
Hot Air Balloon: Soar above the natural wonders of Sedona in our “Aerial Nature Walk”. The panoramic views and smooth flight above the red rocks will be a truly unique experience.
Arizona’s Wine Country
Verde Valley Wine Trail:
The Verde Valley shares similar characteristics with some of the great wine producing regions in the world.
The Verde Valley shares similar characteristics with some of the great wine producing regions in the world.
On Scenic and Historic 89A in Historic Old Town
904 N. Main Street, Cottonwood, AZ 86326
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