Town in Arizona, United States
Sedona
Red rock hiking, scenic drives and wellness retreats in northern Arizona. Spectacular and quiet, but crowded and costly, with little nightlife; you need a car and a plan for trailhead parking.
At a glance
- Safety5/5Very safeDetails
- Monthly budget$4,000–5,800Comfortable, one person · $4,000–5,800Details
- Value for money8/100Better value than 7% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goMar–May, Sep–NovWarmest: Jul, 35°CDetails
- Internet307 MbpsFixed broadband, United States medianDetails
- Tap waterYes, drinkableSafe.Details
- LGBTQ+4/5WelcomingDetails
- Solo travel4/5English: spoken almost everywhereDetails
- Doctor's visit$150–280Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundUberWalkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardCards almost everywhereCards and contactless almost everywhere.Details
Where to stay in Sedona
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Uptown Sedona | Walkable shops and tour operators; busy, touristy and noisy |
| West Sedona | Cheaper hotels, grocery stores and restaurants |
| Village of Oak Creek | Quieter, cheaper stays near Bell Rock and Courthouse Butte |
| Cottonwood | Cheaper base 25 min away with wine and hospitals |
Apps that work in Sedona
Ride-hailing
Food delivery
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| DoorDash | Limited restaurants, mainly West Sedona |
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: iMessage/SMS
- Transit: real-time public transport in most cities
- OpenTable: restaurant reservations
- Taxis: Rideshare and taxis are scarce. Rent a car or use the Sedona Shuttle and guided tours.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in United States.
- Cards almost everywhere Cards and contactless almost everywhere. Carry small bills for trailhead fees and Red Rock Pass kiosks.
- ATMs: Bank ATMs charge foreign cards about US$3–5; standalone ATMs in shops often more. Decline the ATM's currency conversion.
- Tipping: Expected: 18–20% at sit-down restaurants, 15–20% for taxis and rideshare, US$1–2 per bar drink, US$2–5 per night for hotel housekeeping.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay are widely accepted. Venmo, Cash App and Zelle generally need a US bank account.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Visa Waiver travellers need an approved ESTA (US$40) before departure; apply only at esta.cbp.dhs.gov, ideally 72+ hours ahead.
- CBP has proposed making five years of social-media identifiers mandatory on ESTA; check the form's current questions and answer truthfully.
- Presidential proclamations since June 2025 restrict entry for nationals of a growing list of countries; check travel.state.gov before booking.
Emergency numbers
Police 911 · Ambulance 911 · Fire 911 · All emergencies 911
Plugs
Type A, B · 120 V, 60 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Prepaid SIMs at carrier stores, Walmart and Target, roughly US$25–50 for 30 days; no ID usually needed. A travel eSIM is easiest. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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