How to Get Around Sedona Without a Rental Car

You don’t need a rental car to enjoy Sedona — you just need a plan. Here’s how to explore the red rocks without driving.

1. Stay in the Right Area

Best for car-free access:
- Uptown Sedona (walkable, near shops/trails)
- West Sedona (spread out, but has shuttle stops)
- Avoid Village of Oak Creek unless hotel has shuttle

2. Use the Free Sedona Shuttle

Shuttle serves:
- Cathedral Rock
- Soldier Pass
- Dry Creek
- Mescal Trail

Runs:
- Thursday–Sunday
- 8am–6:30pm
- From park-and-ride lots (e.g., Posse Grounds)

It’s free, fast, and avoids parking stress.

3. Take Guided Tours

Options:
- Pink Jeep Tours (off-road + sightseeing)
- Magic Trolley (affordable narrated rides)
- Verde Adventures (kayak + transport included)

All include pickup and drop-off.

4. Use Uber/Lyft (Sparingly)

✔️ Good for:
- Hotel to trailhead
- Flagstaff or Phoenix airport
- Short daytime rides

❌ Not good for:
- Night rides
- Remote trail exits
- Busy weekends

Check app before relying on it.

5. Walkable Zones

Great for foot travel:
- Uptown Sedona
- Tlaquepaque Arts Village
- Jordan Trailhead

Bring:
- Water
- Sun hat
- Good shoes

6. Rent Bikes or E-Bikes

Great compromise if no car:
- Trail access
- Groceries
- Scenic rides

Popular spots:
- Thunder Mountain Bikes
- Bike & Bean
- E-bike rental shops

7. Ask About Hotel Shuttles

Some offer:
- Free rides to hikes
- Grocery trips
- Airport pickup (Flagstaff)

Call and ask before you book.

8. Getting Groceries Without a Car

In West Sedona:
- Walk to Whole Foods or Safeway
- Ask hotel for shuttle
- Use bike basket for small loads

9. Getting to Sedona Without Driving

Fly to:
- PHX or FLG

Then use:
- Groome Transportation to Sedona
- Hotel shuttle from drop-off point

10. Final Tip

Sedona can be enjoyed fully without driving if you pick a good location, use shuttles, and take a few tours. You’ll save money — and your sanity — skipping the rental lot.