Back to grid

Best destinations to visit in February in North America

Back to grid
Quebec City
Old World Charm in North America
7.4
Snow crunches underfoot and bells ring through the air during Winter Carnival, held from late January into mid February. Maple taffy is poured on snow for a sweet treat. Montmorency Falls freezes into a tower of ice. It is 83 metres high. An ice hotel opens on the outskirts.
Highlights:
  • 🌊 Walk along Terrasse Dufferin boardwalk with river views
  • 🏰 Admire Château Frontenac’s iconic castle-like architecture
  • 🚶‍♂️ Stroll through historic Old Quebec’s charming streets
Cancún
Sun, sea and ancient wonders
7.8
Powdery white sand and warm turquoise water line the 14 mile hotel zone on the Caribbean coast. Highs reach about 82 degrees Fahrenheit in February with little rain. Ferries cross to Isla Mujeres. Cenotes and Maya ruins fill day trips inland, including Chichén Itzá about two and a half hours away.
Highlights:
  • 🤿 Snorkel with vibrant marine life at Underwater Museum
  • 🏺 Explore ancient Mayan ruins at El Rey archaeological site
  • 🏖️ Relax on the powdery sands of Playa Delfines
New Orleans
Jazz, Creole Flavors and Mardi Gras Vibes
7.9
Krewes like Rex, Endymion and Bacchus send floats rolling through the city for Mardi Gras. Fat Tuesday falls between early February and early March. King cakes with a hidden plastic baby appear in bakeries. Live brass bands play on Frenchmen Street late into the night.
Highlights:
  • 🏘️ Explore historic French Quarter’s colorful streets
  • 🍩 Savor beignets at iconic Café du Monde
  • 🎷 Experience live jazz on vibrant Frenchmen Street
Banff
Rocky Mountain Majesty, Endless Adventure
9.0
The Upper Hot Springs let you soak in steaming water near 104 degrees Fahrenheit. Snow falls softly around the pool. Skaters glide across frozen Lake Louise in front of a grand hotel. Ski areas such as Sunshine Village and Mount Norquay are close. Days stay cold and bright.
Highlights:
  • ♨️ Relax in the Banff Upper Hot Springs with mountain views
  • 🥾 Hike Johnston Canyon and explore breathtaking waterfalls
  • 🚡 Ride the Banff Gondola for panoramic Sulphur Mountain views
Maui
Island of Sun, Surf and Serenity
8.8
The crater of Haleakalā is large enough to hold Manhattan. Its summit reaches 10,023 feet. Peak whale season falls in February, with thousands of humpbacks gathering off the coast. Boats leave from Lahaina and Maalaea. Beaches at Wailea and Kaanapali stay warm all month for swimming.
Highlights:
  • 🐢 Snorkel with turtles at Molokini Crater reef
  • 🚗 Drive the scenic and winding Road to Hana
  • 🌄 Watch sunrise atop Haleakalā volcano summit
Savannah
Southern Charm, Moss-Draped Squares
7.4
This port city lies on the Savannah River, about 18 miles from the Atlantic at Tybee Island. Highs reach the mid 60s Fahrenheit by late February. Camellias begin to bloom beneath live oaks hung with Spanish moss. Forsyth Park has wide paths and a white fountain.
Highlights:
  • 🌳 Relax and picnic in scenic Forsyth Park
  • ⛪ Visit the stunning Cathedral Basilica of St. John
  • 🏘️ Explore Savannah's charming Historic District streets
Death Valley National Park
Otherworldly Extremes and Silent Beauty
6.4
Highs near 70 degrees Fahrenheit in February feel a world away from summer heat above 120. Hiking is comfortable on salt flats and canyon trails. Wildflowers can carpet the desert floor in wet winters. Dante's View gives a wide look down to the lowest point in North America.
Highlights:
  • 🎨 Explore colorful rock formations at Artists Palette
  • 🦶 Walk across the vast salt flats of Badwater Basin
  • 🌅 Watch sunrise from panoramic Zabriskie Point
Cuba
Tropical rhythms meet historic charm
7.4
The largest island in the Caribbean lies only 90 miles south of Key West. February falls in the dry season with highs near 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Old Havana earned UNESCO status in 1982. Viñales Valley has limestone cliffs and tobacco farms. Trinidad keeps its cobbled colonial streets.
Highlights:
  • 🏖️ Relax on the white sands of Varadero Beach
  • 💃 Dance salsa with locals at a lively Havana club
  • 🚗 Ride in a vintage car through Old Havana’s colorful streets
Barbados
Tropical paradise with year-round sunshine
8.1
Rum making here dates to 1703 at Mount Gay. The historic Bridgetown garrison joined UNESCO's list in 2011. The dry season runs through February with highs near 86 degrees Fahrenheit and steady trade winds. Calm west coast beaches suit swimming. The rugged east coast draws surfers.
Highlights:
  • 🥃 Tour the historic Mount Gay Rum Distillery
  • 🐢 Snorkel with sea turtles in Carlisle Bay’s clear waters
  • 🏖️ Relax on the powdery white sands of Crane Beach
Guatemala
Land of diverse climates, volcanoes
5.8
Maya vendors fill the Chichicastenango market every Thursday and Sunday with woven cloth, masks and flowers. The dry season keeps volcano hikes and lake views clear. Antigua became a UNESCO site in 1979. Tikal's temples rise above the jungle canopy in the north of the country.
Highlights:
  • 🏞️ Relax at the stunning shores of Lake Atitlan
  • 🌋 Hike the Acatenango Volcano and see Fuego erupt
  • 🏛️ Explore the ancient Mayan ruins of Tikal National Park
Nicaragua
Tropical beauty with volcanic charm
6.7
Spanish conquistadors founded Granada in 1524 on Lake Nicaragua. It is one of the oldest colonial cities in the Americas. Dry sunny weather lasts through February. Ometepe Island has two volcanoes rising from the lake. Surf towns such as San Juan del Sur stay warm.
Highlights:
  • 🛶 Kayak around the tiny islets of Lake Nicaragua
  • 🏘️ Wander through the colorful colonial streets of Granada
  • 🏂 Hike up Cerro Negro volcano and try volcano boarding
Feedback