Where to go in September
24 destinations with great weather and manageable crowds in September — ranked from our travel guides.

Fernando de Noronha
Brazil
Warm, dry, and less crowded; ideal for beach relaxation and exploration.

Rio de Janeiro
Brazil
Spring arrives; botanical gardens bloom with new life.

Salvador
Brazil
Pleasant temperatures and lower tourist numbers.

Galápagos Islands
Ecuador
Quietest tourist month; seas can be choppy, affecting boat tours.

Quito
Ecuador
Still dry, with fewer tourists; great time for city exploration.

Arequipa
Peru
Warming slightly, with pleasant days and cool evenings.

Seoul
South Korea
Chuseok holiday sees many locals travel, but attractions are less crowded.

Mendoza
Argentina
Spring begins; blossoms and mild weather make it great for outdoor activities.

Sibenik
Croatia
Still warm; summer crowds thin out slightly.

Strasbourg
France
Harvest time for Alsatian vineyards; wine festivals abound.

Yerevan
Armenia
Temperatures cool down, making it great for outdoor festivals and events.

Cairns
Australia
Warming up slightly but still dry; great for outdoor exploration.

Gold Coast
Australia
Spring begins, with wildflower blooms in the hinterlands.

Great Barrier Reef
Australia
Warming up with clear skies; perfect for snorkeling and island hopping.

Perth
Australia
Spring blooms and warmer weather; wildflower season peaks.

Uluru
Australia
Spring begins, with warmer days and wildflowers blooming in the park.

Vienna
Austria
Vienna Design Week showcases innovative design across the city.

Shanghai
China
Cooling down; Mid-Autumn Festival offers cultural events.

Mostar
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Cooling temperatures and thinning crowds make for pleasant visits.

Florianópolis
Brazil
Spring brings warmer days and blooming flowers around the island.

São Paulo
Brazil
Spring begins, with warmer temperatures and more daylight.

Bansko
Bulgaria
Cooler temperatures make for pleasant hiking conditions.

Sofia
Bulgaria
Mild temperatures and fewer tourists; a great time for cultural festivals.

Xi'an
China
Cooling down; perfect for outdoor activities and festivals.