Best destinations to visit in June
Best destinations to visit in June
Long daylight northern trails and refreshing alpine lake circuits in June
June marks the real start of summer across most of the Northern Hemisphere, right as the Southern Hemisphere settles into winter.
School summer holidays begin in many countries this month, making June one of the busiest stretches of the year for family travel. Warm, sunny days spread across Europe and much of North America, without quite reaching the peak heat and crowds of July and August. The Southern Hemisphere heads the other way, with ski season getting underway in parts of Australia, New Zealand and South America. Atlantic hurricane season also officially begins in June, worth keeping in mind for Caribbean and Gulf Coast trips later in the summer. Wildlife migrations also pick up pace in parts of Africa this month, adding another reason to plan a trip now.
The destinations on our list cover that same range, from the first real days of Northern Hemisphere summer to the start of ski season further south.
Lists by region
Country
United Kingdom
Where history meets modern charm
Long June daylight hours give extra time for exploring London's parks and riverside paths. Wimbledon tennis tournament begins in late June on the grass courts of the All England Club. Scotland's Highlands stay comfortable for hiking with fewer midges than in high summer. Chelsea gardens and countryside estates open for garden tours through the month.
City in China
Zhangjiajie
Avatar's Floating Mountains Come Alive
Thousands of sandstone pillars rise from the forest in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. The park's dramatic peaks inspired the floating mountains in the film Avatar. A glass bottomed bridge spans a deep canyon between two cliffs. June brings warm, humid weather with mist that often drifts between the pillars.
Island in South Korea
Jeju Island
Nature's Island Paradise
Hallasan, a dormant volcano and South Korea's highest peak, rises about 1,947 metres. Hydrangeas bloom blue and purple along Jeju's coastal roads through June. Lava tube caves at Manjanggul stretch for several kilometres underground. Black sand beaches and volcanic rock formations ring much of the coastline.
City in Poland
Kraków
Timeless Charm and Rich History
Kraków's medieval market square, one of the largest in Europe, has stood since the 13th century. A trumpet call sounds from St. Mary's Basilica tower every hour, cutting off mid note. Warm June weather suits long walks through Wawel Castle's grounds. Auschwitz-Birkenau memorial lies about an hour and a half away by road.
Country
Norway
Land of the long cloud
The midnight sun keeps far northern Norway bright around the clock through June. Ferries and coastal steamers wind through the fjords past waterfalls and steep cliffs. Bergen's colourful Bryggen wharf became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. Hiking trails to viewpoints such as Preikestolen stay busy with long daylight for the climb.
City in United States
Portland (Oregon)
Quirky, green and endlessly creative
The Portland Japanese Garden's maples and ponds stay lush through June's mild weather. Rose gardens at the International Rose Test Garden reach peak bloom in June. Food carts cluster in pods across downtown, serving cuisines from around the world. Powell's City of Books fills a full city block with new and used titles.
Region in Italy
Amalfi Coast
Italy's Coastal Gem
The coastal road linking Amalfi towns winds along cliffs above the Tyrrhenian Sea. Positano's pastel houses stack steeply up the hillside from the beach. June brings warm, dry weather before the busiest August crowds arrive. Ferries link Amalfi, Positano and Capri along the sunlit coast.
Country
Peru
Ancient wonders meet diverse landscapes
Inti Raymi, an Inca festival honouring the sun god, fills Cusco's streets with parades each 24 June. Dry season weather keeps skies clear over Machu Picchu through June. The classic Inca Trail stays open with cool, crisp mornings. Terraced stone walls climb the mountainside beneath Huayna Picchu.
City in Canada
Quebec City
Old World Charm in North America
Fête Nationale on 24 June fills Quebec City with concerts and fireworks along the St. Lawrence. Warm June weather suits strolling the walled Old Town's cobbled streets. A funicular has carried riders between Lower Town and Upper Town since 1879. Horse drawn calèche rides tour the historic centre near the Château Frontenac.
Island in Italy
Sardinia
Turquoise seas and ancient secrets
Turquoise water laps pale sand beaches along Sardinia's Costa Smeralda coastline. June brings warm, dry weather with sea temperatures comfortable for swimming. Nuraghe, ancient stone tower structures from the Bronze Age, dot the island's countryside. Cagliari's old quarter climbs a hill above the harbour with narrow lanes and city walls.
City in Portugal
Porto
Wine, Coast and Old-World Charm
The Dom Luís I Bridge opened in 1886 with two levels of iron arches over the Douro. June's Festa de São João fills the streets with music and grilled sardines. Port wine cellars line the far bank in Vila Nova de Gaia. River cruises head upstream into the terraced vineyards of the Douro Valley.
City in South Korea
Busan
Beaches, Markets and Culture
Haeundae Beach fills with visitors as June's warm weather arrives before the summer monsoon. Gamcheon Culture Village's colourful houses climb a steep hillside above the harbour. Jagalchi Fish Market sells fresh catch pulled in that morning. Busan's Beomeosa Temple sits in forested hills a short subway ride from downtown.
City in Italy
Verona
Romantic Charm and Ancient History
Verona's Roman Arena, built in the 1st century, still hosts open air opera performances each summer. The season traditionally opens in June with crowds gathering under the stars. Juliet's balcony draws visitors to a courtyard linked to Shakespeare's play. Piazza delle Erbe fills with market stalls beneath medieval towers.
National Park in United States
Glacier National Park
Crown of the Continent
Going-to-the-Sun Road usually opens in full by late June once snowploughs clear the highest sections. The road climbs to Logan Pass at 2,026 metres between steep mountain walls. Wildflowers bloom in alpine meadows as the snow retreats through June. Mountain goats and bighorn sheep are often spotted near the pass.
Country
Iceland
Land of fire and ice
The midnight sun keeps Iceland bright for nearly 24 hours around the June solstice. Ring Road drivers can cover long distances in a single extended daylight stretch. Puffins nest on sea cliffs such as those at Látrabjarg from spring into summer. The Blue Lagoon's warm mineral water stays a popular stop year round.
Reef in Australia
Great Barrier Reef
World's largest living coral wonder
The Great Barrier Reef stretches more than 2,300 kilometres along Australia's northeast coast. June brings cooler, drier weather and calmer seas that suit snorkelling and diving trips. Minke whales pass through the northern reef on their winter migration. Pontoons anchored off Cairns and Port Douglas give easy access to the outer reef.
City in Japan
Kamakura
Great Buddha, Zen temples and surf beaches
The bronze Great Buddha of Kamakura, about 13 metres tall, was cast around 1252. Hydrangeas bloom in shades of blue and pink along the path to Hase-dera temple each June. Small Enoden trains rattle along the coast past beaches and seaside homes. Rainy season brings frequent showers, but flowers thrive in the damp weather.
National Park in South Africa
Kruger National Park
Where Africa's Big Five Roam Free
June marks the start of the dry winter season in Kruger, thinning vegetation and making wildlife easier to spot. Animals gather more predictably around rivers and waterholes as the bush dries out. The park holds the Big Five, including lion, leopard and rhino. Cooler mornings and evenings suit open vehicle game drives.
Island in Greece
Mykonos
Whitewashed beauty and wild nights
Whitewashed houses and blue domed churches cluster along Mykonos Town's narrow lanes. Windmills on a hill above the harbour once ground grain for the island. June brings warm, sunny weather before the busiest July and August crowds. Beach clubs along the south coast open for the season with music and sun loungers.
Country
Tanzania
Wild safaris meet tropical beaches
The Great Migration typically reaches the northern Serengeti and Grumeti River area around June. Herds of wildebeest and zebra cross open plains, drawing predators close behind. Mount Kilimanjaro's June climbing season brings drier trails and clearer skies. Zanzibar's beaches stay warm and sunny on the coast to the east.
National Park in Japan
Kamikochi
Clear river valley beneath the Hotaka Range
Kamikochi's valley sits at about 1,500 metres beneath the jagged peaks of the Northern Alps. Kappabashi Bridge crosses the clear Azusa River at the heart of the valley. The area opens to visitors each year in late April after winter closure. June brings green forests and wildflowers before the summer trekking crowds peak.
City in Spain
San Sebastián
Basque charm with beach vibes
A flat promenade with white railings follows the curved sand of La Concha beach. June brings warm weather before the busiest summer crowds arrive. Bars in the old town serve pintxos, small plates that are easy to share. A wooden funicular has run up Monte Igueldo since 1912.
Country
Bolivia
Land of dramatic climate contrasts
Salar de Uyuni, the world's largest salt flat, spreads across more than 10,000 square kilometres. Dry season in June leaves the salt cracked into a honeycomb pattern rather than the mirror effect of wetter months. La Paz sits at more than 3,600 metres above sea level. Cool, clear June nights suit stargazing over the flats.
Country
Rwanda
Land of a thousand hills
Mountain gorillas live in the misty forests of Volcanoes National Park in northern Rwanda. June begins the long dry season, making trekking trails firmer underfoot. Permits allow small groups to spend an hour observing a habituated gorilla family. Kigali's hilly streets are known for being notably clean and orderly.
City in France
Aix-en-Provence
Fountains, Markets and Provençal Charm
Painter Paul Cézanne grew up in Aix and returned often to paint the nearby countryside. The Cours Mirabeau runs beneath rows of plane trees planted in the 1600s. June brings warm sunny days before the lavender fields peak in July. Fountains dot the old town, fed by natural springs the city is named for.
Country
Fiji
Tropical paradise with diverse landscapes
June falls in Fiji's dry season with calm seas and cooler, less humid air. The Mamanuca Islands offer easy day trips from Nadi for snorkelling over coral reefs. Traditional kava ceremonies welcome visitors to many village stays. Warm water year round suits diving among soft coral reefs off Taveuni.
Island in Spain
Menorca
Tranquil Island of Hidden Beaches
Menorca's coastline holds more than 100 coves and beaches, many reached only on foot. The Camí de Cavalls trail circles the whole island along old bridle paths. June brings warm weather before the peak crowds of July and August. UNESCO named Menorca a Biosphere Reserve in 1993 for its varied landscapes.
Town in Slovenia
Bled
Fairytale Lake and Alpine Beauty
Traditional pletna boats carry passengers to the small island in Lake Bled. June's long daylight hours suit the walk around the lake's roughly six kilometre path. A church with a wishing bell waits at the top of 99 stone steps. Bled Castle sits on a cliff 130 metres above the water.
Country
Mongolia
Land of endless steppes
Nomadic herders across the steppe live in round felt tents called gers, moving with the seasons. June brings warm days and green grasslands before the short summer ends. Horseback trips cross wide open plains beneath enormous skies. The Gobi Desert to the south stays cooler and greener than in high summer.
Town in Canada
Tofino
Wild Pacific, Rainforest, Endless Waves
Grey whales that pass Tofino in spring give way to resident pods feeding closer to shore in June. Surfers paddle out at Long Beach even in the cool Pacific water. Old growth rainforest trails wind through Pacific Rim National Park nearby. Warm, drier weather in June suits kayaking through nearby sea caves.
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