Best destinations to visit in November
Best destinations to visit in November
Crisp mountain trail runs and early winter light display avenues in November
November means low season in a lot of places, right before the start of the December holiday rush.
Thanksgiving drives a huge spike in domestic travel across the United States, even as international trips quiet down elsewhere in the days around it. Christmas markets begin opening across parts of Europe toward the end of the month, giving an early taste of the holiday season ahead. Ski resorts across the Northern Hemisphere start their season too, though snow can still be inconsistent this early. The Southern Hemisphere moves into early summer, with warm weather building well before the region's own peak season begins. Prices in many destinations stay low during this quiet stretch before December's crowds arrive.
The destinations on our list cover that same range, from early ski season snow to the first warm days of a Southern Hemisphere summer.
Lists by region
City
New York City
Five boroughs of skyline, food and museums
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade fills Manhattan streets with giant balloons each November. Central Park's trees hold late autumn color into early November most years. Ice skating rinks open at Rockefeller Center and Bryant Park as the season shifts. Broadway theaters keep evening shows running throughout the colder months.
Country
India
Palaces, temples, backwaters and Himalayan peaks
Mild November weather across the north suits visits to the Taj Mahal in Agra. Diwali, the festival of lights, often falls in late October or November with fireworks and oil lamps. Camel safaris cross the dunes near Jaisalmer in the Thar Desert. Houseboats drift along the calm backwaters of Kerala.
City in Japan
Kyoto
Temples, geisha districts and kaiseki dining
Autumn foliage reaches its peak across Kyoto's temple gardens through November. The Philosopher's Path follows a canal lined with maples in full color. Fushimi Inari's thousands of vermilion torii gates climb a wooded hillside. Tofukuji Temple's valley of maples draws especially large crowds late in the month.
Country
Maldives
Coral atolls, lagoons and overwater villas
The northeast monsoon typically settles in by November, bringing drier weather and calmer seas to the Maldives. Whale sharks gather around South Ari Atoll throughout the year. Water temperatures stay near 28 degrees Celsius for snorkeling and diving. Overwater bungalows across the atolls suit quiet, secluded stays.
Country
Bhutan
Himalayan monasteries, dzongs and trekking trails
Punakha Dzong, built in 1637, stands where two rivers meet in a valley. Clear November skies often give some of the year's best mountain views. Tiger's Nest monastery clings to a cliff about 900 meters above the Paro valley. Thimphu's weekend market fills with fresh produce and handmade crafts.
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