Best destinations to visit in March in North America
Best destinations to visit in March in North America
March brings one of the busiest travel stretches of the year to North America, driven largely by spring break season.
College and school breaks send a wave of travelers toward warm weather spots, filling beaches in the Caribbean, Mexico and the southern United States. Mountain regions further north hold onto their ski season too, with reliable snow lasting well into the month at higher elevations. Northern cities stay cool and sometimes still snowy, though the days grow noticeably longer as the month goes on. Prices in the most popular spring break destinations tend to climb during peak weeks, so timing a trip around the busiest dates is worth planning for. Golf destinations in the south also see a steady rise in visitors this time of year.
The destinations on our list for North America reflect that same split between snowy mountains and warm spring break escapes.
Lists by region
City in United States
Austin
Live music, lakes and local flavor
Founded in 1839 as the capital of the Republic of Texas, this city is now known as a music capital. The South by Southwest festival fills venues with bands, films and tech talks in March. Days are warm at about 22 degrees Celsius. Bluebonnet flowers cover roadsides outside town.
City in United States
Washington, D.C.
Capital of History and Culture
On the Potomac River, the United States capital has a National Mall lined with museums and monuments. Japan gave the city its cherry trees in 1912. The blossoms usually peak in late March or early April around the Tidal Basin. Smithsonian museums are free. Days are cool at about 14 degrees Celsius.
Country
Canada
Vast wilderness meets urban charm
Families in Quebec and Ontario head to sugar shacks in March to taste fresh maple syrup. Cooks pour hot syrup on snow to make taffy. The country is huge, with snowy peaks, coastal cities and small towns. Ski resorts in the Rockies have spring snow. Northern lights still appear over Yellowknife.
City in United States
Savannah
Southern Charm, Moss-Draped Squares
The city holds one of the largest St. Patrick's Day parades in the United States and has done so since 1824. The fountain in Forsyth Park is dyed green for the day. Azaleas bloom in March in the old squares. Days are mild at about 21 degrees Celsius. Spanish moss hangs from live oaks.
City in Mexico
Mexico City
Vibrant Culture, History and Street Food
One of the biggest cities in the world, the Mexican capital has about nine million people. Purple jacaranda trees begin to bloom in March. The Zocalo square has a huge cathedral. The Frida Kahlo Museum sits in a blue house. Teotihuacan is an hour away.
Region in Mexico
Riviera Maya
Sun‑kissed beaches and ancient Mayan ruins
Warm, lively and beach focused, this stretch of Mexican Caribbean coast runs south of Cancun for about 130 kilometres. Tulum has Maya ruins on a cliff above the sea. Sea turtles feed in the bay at Akumal. Cenotes inland are cool for swimming. March is dry with sea temperatures near 26 degrees Celsius.
City in Canada
Whistler
Alpine Adventure, Epic Views, Year-Round Fun
Whistler Mountain opened in 1966 and hosted events at the 2010 Winter Olympics. Its village at the base is pedestrian only. Skiing continues well into spring on Whistler and Blackcomb. The Peak 2 Peak Gondola links the two mountains. March days are sunny with temperatures near freezing.
Archaeological Site in Mexico
Chichen Itza
Unravel the Mysteries of the Maya
On the flat Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico, this ancient Maya city has a stepped pyramid about 30 metres tall. It is called El Castillo. Around 20 March the sun casts a shadow shaped like a snake on the stairs. Days are hot at about 32 degrees Celsius so arrive early.
Country
Jamaica
Vibrant culture meets pristine beaches
The Taino people lived here before Spain arrived in 1494 and Britain took control in 1655. Jamaica became independent in 1962. March is dry with warm days near 29 degrees Celsius. Dunn's River Falls tumble down stone steps to the sea. Visitors tour the Bob Marley Museum in Kingston.
Region in Mexico
Baja California Sur
Desert meets ocean adventure land
Where desert meets sea, this long Mexican peninsula has cactus covered hills and quiet bays. Grey whales gather in Magdalena Bay and San Ignacio Lagoon until April. Small boats take visitors close to the mothers and calves. Days are sunny at about 27 degrees Celsius. Whale sharks swim near La Paz.
City in Mexico
Mérida
Colonial charm and Yucatán culture
Warm, white and graceful, this Yucatan capital has wide boulevards and old mansions. Paseo de Montejo is lined with trees. Streets near the main plaza are closed to cars on Sundays for music and dancing. Restaurants serve cochinita pibil, slow roasted pork. Cenotes and the ruins of Uxmal are a short drive away.
City in United States
Aspen
Rocky Mountain Glam Meets Outdoor Thrills
In the Colorado Rockies at 2,400 metres, this old silver mining town sits among four ski mountains. In March the snow is still deep and the days are long and sunny. Skiers ride Aspen Mountain and Snowmass. Boutiques and restaurants fill the walkable centre. Hot chocolate is served on sunny decks.
City in Mexico
Oaxaca
Colonial Charm and Rich Traditions
In March days are dry and warm at about 28 degrees Celsius, which suits visits to hilltop ruins. Monte Alban is a Zapotec city above the valley. Markets sell chocolate and chapulines, toasted grasshoppers. Cooks make mole, a rich sauce with chiles. Mezcal distilleries in nearby villages offer tastings.
National Park in United States
Canyonlands National Park
Epic Canyons and Untamed Wilderness
Quieter than nearby Arches, this Utah park has red rock canyons carved by the Colorado and Green Rivers. March days are comfortable at about 16 degrees Celsius. Hikers visit Mesa Arch at sunrise. Four wheel roads cross the Needles area. Dead Horse Point offers a long view of the river.
Country
Belize
Tropical paradise with diverse ecosystems
With about 400,000 people, this small Central American country packs in reef, jungle and ruins. The Belize Barrier Reef runs about 300 kilometres along the coast. March is dry with sea temperatures near 27 degrees Celsius. Divers visit the Great Blue Hole. Inland, the Mayan sites of Caracol and Xunantunich sit in the rainforest.
City in Mexico
Valladolid
Colonial Charm Meets Cenote Magic
Quieter than the Caribbean resorts two hours away, this colonial Yucatan town has about 50,000 people. Yellow and pastel houses surround a shady plaza. Cenote Zaci is a swimming hole in town. The Maya ruins of Ek Balam are close. Days are hot at about 31 degrees Celsius.
Outer Territory in United Kingdom
Bermuda
Pink sands and turquoise waters
In March this island is in early spring, with days near 20 degrees Celsius and few visitors. The water is too cool for most swimming. Walkers follow the old Railway Trail along the coast. Golf courses are open and the pink sand of Horseshoe Bay is quiet. Lilies bloom near Easter.
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