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

Florianópolis
Brazil
Off-season with cool weather and local cultural events.

Rio de Janeiro
Brazil
Winter in Rio; dry and cooler with fewer crowds.

São Paulo
Brazil
Winter brings cool, dry days; a quieter tourist period.

Brisbane
Australia
Coolest month; Brisbane Festival begins, featuring theater and music performances.

Fernando de Noronha
Brazil
Dry and comfortable; whale watching season begins.

Quito
Ecuador
Cool and dry; ideal for hiking and outdoor activities.

Chamonix
France
Warmest month; popular for hiking and climbing.

Windhoek
Namibia
Coldest month; mornings and evenings are chilly, but days are sunny.

Arequipa
Peru
Peak of the dry season, with crisp, clear days and cold nights.

Seychelles
Seychelles
Trade winds bring cooler weather; great for sailing and windsurfing.

Kranjska Gora
Slovenia
Summer brings hikers and nature enthusiasts to the park.

Gold Coast
Australia
Cool and dry, perfect for outdoor activities; fewer tourists.

Great Barrier Reef
Australia
Cooler, dry weather; great for outdoor activities and reef exploration.

Sydney
Australia
Winter is the off-peak season, ideal for exploring without crowds.

Hallstatt
Austria
Peak tourist season; expect crowds, especially around the lake and main attractions.

Innsbruck
Austria
Summer festivals begin; warm days and cool nights in the Alps.

Salzburg
Austria
Peak tourist season with warm weather and numerous cultural events.

Vienna
Austria
Donauinselfest, Europe's largest free open-air music festival, takes place.

Antwerp
Belgium
Warmest month; enjoy riverside activities and open-air concerts.

Bruges
Belgium
Tourist peak; lively atmosphere with street performances.

Brussels
Belgium
Summer festivals and events; peak tourist season.

Ghent
Belgium
Gentse Feesten, a major cultural festival, draws large crowds.

La Paz
Bolivia
Cold nights; clear skies for stargazing in the highlands.

Sarajevo
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Peak summer with lively street performances and markets.