THINGS TO DO IN SEDONA, ARIZONA

Sedona, located in the world famous Red Rock Country, was picked as the #1 most beautiful place in America by USA Today's Weekend Travel Report. Wherever you are in Sedona and whatever you are doing, the red rock vistas are ever present.

Stay at the Kings Ransom Sedona Hotel and let us help plan your vacation activities. Check out our vacation packages which include special room rates and activity fees.

SEDONA DRIVING TOURS

From the comfort of your car you can soak up the stunning beauty of Sedona's soaring spires and massive buttes as you drive through Red Rock Country. Wind your way through the towering cliffs and shimmering cottonwood trees of Oak Creek Canyon and stop to watch the action at Slide Rock State Park.

Visit some of the larger rock formations historically named by the early settlers. You'll no doubt recognize Bell Rock, Cathedral Rock, Coffee Pot and Courthouse Rock.

Sedona is home to several Arizona State Parks, offering spectacular scenic views and photo-opportunities just a short walk from the car park.

SEDONA SHOPPING AND GALLERIES

The Kings Ransom Sedona Hotel is a short stroll to world class shops and galleries. Here you'll find extensive collections of Southwestern art and Native American jewelry.

Tlaquepaque, a charming replica of an old Mexican village, is less than a quarter of a mile from the Kings Ransom. Within Tlaquepaque you will find restaurants, galleries, and specialty shops all tucked away in quiet courtyards. Fountains, gardens, and a pleasant creek side setting make Tlaquepaque a popular shopping destination. And just up the hill is Gordon Wheeler's Trading Post, possibly Sedona's best souvenir shop.

A few steps north of the Kings Ransom is Hillside with shops, restaurants and galleries in a tranquil setting of gardens and waterfalls. Hozo gallery and Sedona's Gallery Row are a short walk down the hill.

SEDONA HIKING

The Coconino National Forest wraps around the town of Sedona and includes three wilderness areas. Day hikers have over 70 miles of well-maintained trails to choose from. A "Red Rock Pass" is needed to park your car at trail heads in the National Forest, but this pass is not needed when you stay at the Kings Ransom.

Access to one of Sedona's most awesome trails, Marg's Draw, is steps away from your Kings Ransom hotel room. You'll walk beneath 350 million year old fire red rock formations which surround you on this 1 1/2 hour hike. There's a steep climb for a few minutes at the trail head but after that you walk across large red rock shelves and through cactus and high desert pine forests. Behind you are breathtaking views across Sedona.

The Chapel is just south of
Kings Ransom

SEDONA GRAND CANYON TOUR

The Grand Canyon, one the greatest wonders of the world, is a comfortable drive from Sedona. Leave in the morning, drive 2 1/2 hours through unbelievable scenery, and spend the day exploring the Canyon's southern rim. Return to the Kings Ransom and dine at one of many fine restaurants in town.

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SEDONA MOUNTAIN BIKING

Beginner and expert riders alike will be thrilled to ride Sedona's miles of mountain bike trails. Switch backs, steep climbs, pleasant shade trees, panoramic red rock views and even swimming are part of the Sedona mountain biking experience. Don't be surprised if you have one of the single track trails all to yourself!

GHOST MINING TOWN of JEROME

The copper mining town of Jerome was once home to more than 15,000 people, but today less than 600 live there. Built on Arizona's largest copper mine, Jerome produced over a billion dollars in ore. Known at one time as "the wickedest town in the west", Jerome is now America's largest ghost town.

Jerome's mines closed in the early 1950s and today the town is a center for artists, craftsmen, writers and musicians. Clinging to the side of the mountain, the town looks much the same today as it did a 100 years ago. Get a feel for its history by visiting the museum at Jerome State Park or follow the footprint of the old narrow gauge railroad through switchbacks and hairpin turns.

SEDONA'S PIONEERS

The early settlers came to Sedona to grow fruit along the banks of the Oak Creek. Visit the apple orchards at Slide Rock State Park and learn how these farmers lived.

Slide Rock State Park

SEDONA IN FILM

"Ever since the early days of movies when Hollywood has wanted to show the unique beauty of the West, it has gone to Sedona, a place that looks like nowhere else" wrote USA Weekend when they picked Sedona as the most beautiful place in America.

More than 100 movies and TV commercials have been made in Sedona and many of the production crews stayed at the Kings Ransom. Check with us for details of our hotel's unique place in the history of Sedona.

filming the movie California Gold

SEDONA VORTEX

Believed to be a spiritual earth energy center, Sedona's vortices are thought to be responsible for miraculous healing and a calming sense of peace. Sedona is home to several vortex sites and considered to be a spiritual center sacred to people since pre-historic times.

SEDONA FAMILY VACATION

There's always exciting and fun activities for the whole family to enjoy when you stay at the Kings Ransom in Sedona, AZ. Your kids will want to hang-out at our large pool area or chill-out watching cable T.V. in their room. There's an easy hiking trail behind the hotel and shopping next door, including a convenience store for ice cream and candy treats. Please see our Sedona Family Vacation Packages for money saving ideas!

The Sedona area has lots of affordable family attractions and is a two hour drive from the Grand Canyon. Take the kids hiking on Sedona's well maintained trails, tour a ghost town, explore ancient ruins, play tennis, and don't forget to visit one of the State Park's education centers. For those hard to impress teenagers try mountain biking, testing the power of a vortex, or an intense jeep ride.

Kids under 17 stay free in your room. Rollaway beds are available for a limited number of additional guests at a small charge and cribs are available at no charge.
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Kings Ransom Sedona Hotel
P.O. Box 180
771 Highway 179
Sedona, Arizona 86339