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Best time to visit

Where to Go in April

April is spring in the northern hemisphere and early autumn in the southern, with mild weather in many places before the summer peak. Each city below lists April among the best months to visit in its Wanderlust guide, and they are ordered by our overall ranking.

  1. Azores, Portugal#1
    Portugal · Europe

    Azores, Portugal

    Nine volcanic islands in the mid-Atlantic — where dramatic crater lakes, hot springs, and world-class whale watching meet authentic Portuguese island life.

  2. Kyoto, Japan#2
    Japan · Asia

    Kyoto, Japan

    Japan's ancient capital — 1,200 years of temples, tea ceremony, and timeless beauty.

  3. Gran Canaria, Spain#3
    Spain · Europe

    Gran Canaria, Spain

    Spain's miniature continent offering golden dunes, volcanic peaks, and year-round sunshine

  4. Tenerife, Spain#4
    Spain · Europe

    Tenerife, Spain

    The Canary Islands' largest gem where volcanic majesty meets year-round spring with dramatic hikes and vibrant resorts

  5. Jeju Island, South Korea#5
    South Korea · Asia

    Jeju Island, South Korea

    South Korea's volcanic island paradise — UNESCO landscapes, black-pork feasts, and world-class hiking at every turn.

  6. Faro, Portugal#6
    Portugal · Europe

    Faro, Portugal

    The Algarve's authentic capital — Moorish old town, lagoon wilderness, and year-round sunshine without the tourist crowds.

  7. Tsushima Island, Japan#7
    Japan · Asia

    Tsushima Island, Japan

    Japan's untamed border island — where samurai history, primeval forest, and Korea's coastline meet on the horizon.

  8. Fukuoka, Japan#8
    Japan · Asia

    Fukuoka, Japan

    Japan's laid-back southern gem — world-class ramen, buzzing yatai stalls, and an airport that drops you downtown in five minutes.

  9. Daejeon, South Korea#9
    South Korea · Asia

    Daejeon, South Korea

    South Korea's Silicon Valley with nature at its core

  10. Mallorca, Spain#10
    Spain · Europe

    Mallorca, Spain

    Spain's sun-drenched Balearic gem — where dramatic Tramuntana mountains meet 262 pristine beaches.

  11. Ko Pha Ngan, Thailand#11
    Thailand · Asia

    Ko Pha Ngan, Thailand

    Thailand's legendary party island with a soul — pristine beaches, jungle waterfalls, and world-famous Full Moon Parties.

  12. Kobe, Japan#12
    Japan · Asia

    Kobe, Japan

    Japan's cosmopolitan port city — where mountain hikes, Michelin-starred beef, and harbor sunsets collide.

  13. Valencia, Spain#13
    Spain · Europe

    Valencia, Spain

    Spain's sun-soaked third city — birthplace of paella, home of futuristic architecture, and one of Europe's best-value Mediterranean escapes.

  14. Uluwatu, Indonesia#14
    Indonesia · Asia

    Uluwatu, Indonesia

    Bali's dramatic clifftop frontier — world-class surf, temple sunsets, and laid-back luxury on the Indian Ocean.

  15. Budapest, Hungary#15
    Hungary · Europe

    Budapest, Hungary

    Discover Europe's Pearl of the Danube where imperial grandeur meets thermal baths and vibrant nightlife.

  16. Lawrence, United States#16
    United States · North America

    Lawrence, United States

    University town with authentic Main Street, vibrant arts scene, and civil rights history

  17. Canggu, Indonesia#17
    Indonesia · Asia

    Canggu, Indonesia

    Bali's sun-soaked surf capital where digital nomads, yogis, and beach-club devotees all find their tribe.

  18. Madeira, Portugal#18
    Portugal · Europe

    Madeira, Portugal

    Portugal's lush Atlantic island paradise known for its eternal spring climate and dramatic volcanic landscapes.

  19. Ubud, Indonesia#19
    Indonesia · Asia

    Ubud, Indonesia

    Bali's spiritual and artistic heartland, cradled by emerald rice terraces, jungle temples, and a thriving wellness scene.

  20. Braga, Portugal#20
    Portugal · Europe

    Braga, Portugal

    Portugal's ancient "City of Archbishops" reimagined as a youthful tech hub with Baroque grandeur and affordable living.

  21. Busan, South Korea#21
    South Korea · Asia

    Busan, South Korea

    South Korea's coastal gem — where sandy beaches, hillside art villages, and world-class seafood collide.

  22. Ko Samui, Thailand#22
    Thailand · Asia

    Ko Samui, Thailand

    Thailand's Gulf island gem — white-sand beaches, jungle waterfalls, and luxury resorts all in one tropical paradise.

  23. Taipei, Taiwan#23
    Taiwan · Asia

    Taipei, Taiwan

    Asia's most livable capital — where sizzling night markets, ancient temples, and ultra-fast transit collide.

  24. Okinawa City, Japan#24
    Japan · Asia

    Okinawa City, Japan

    Japan's rock-and-eisa capital — where Okinawan soul, American swagger, and subtropical beaches collide.

  25. Portimão, Portugal#25
    Portugal · Europe

    Portimão, Portugal

    Authentic Portuguese coastal city with golden beaches, maritime heritage, and vibrant marina life

  26. Daegu, South Korea#26
    South Korea · Asia

    Daegu, South Korea

    South Korea's hot-blooded inland city — where street food, mountain temples, and K-drama backdrops collide.

  27. Seoul, South Korea#27
    South Korea · Asia

    Seoul, South Korea

    Where ancient palaces meet K-pop fever and world-class street food — Seoul delivers it all, non-stop.

  28. Naha, Japan#28
    Japan · Asia

    Naha, Japan

    Okinawa's subtropical capital — where Ryukyu heritage, tropical beaches, and izakaya nightlife meet.

  29. Alicante, Spain#29
    Spain · Europe

    Alicante, Spain

    Sun-drenched port city on Spain's Costa Blanca where Moorish hilltop castles meet sandy beaches and laid-back Mediterranean living.

  30. Yokohama, Japan#30
    Japan · Asia

    Yokohama, Japan

    Japan's historic port city where waterfront modernity meets deep multicultural roots.

  31. Ljubljana, Slovenia#31
    Slovenia · Europe

    Ljubljana, Slovenia

    Europe's greenest capital with fairy-tale castle, vibrant street art, and picturesque river walks.

  32. Leiden, Netherlands#32
    Netherlands · Europe

    Leiden, Netherlands

    The Netherlands' "City of Discoveries" — a canal-laced university town where 17th-century grandeur meets vibrant student life.

  33. Plovdiv, Bulgaria#33
    Bulgaria · Europe

    Plovdiv, Bulgaria

    Europe's oldest living city — Roman ruins, cobblestone charm, and a buzzing arts scene at Bulgarian prices.

  34. Sendai, Japan#34
    Japan · Asia

    Sendai, Japan

    Tohoku's vibrant capital — samurai history, celebrated festivals, and easy access to Japan's most scenic bay.

  35. Okayama, Japan#35
    Japan · Asia

    Okayama, Japan

    Japan's sun-drenched "Land of Sunshine" — home to one of the country's three great gardens and a gateway to art islands and historic canal towns.

  36. Tokyo, Japan#36
    Japan · Asia

    Tokyo, Japan

    Where ancient temples meet neon-lit skyscrapers — Tokyo is the world's most thrillingly layered megacity.

  37. Buenos Aires, Argentina#37
    Argentina · Latin America

    Buenos Aires, Argentina

    Argentina's passionate capital where European elegance meets Latin American soul in every tango-filled street.

  38. Kagoshima, Japan#38
    Japan · Asia

    Kagoshima, Japan

    Kyushu's volcanic southern gem — where Sakurajima's smoke, samurai history, and Satsuma cuisine converge on a warm, sea-kissed coast.

  39. Osaka, Japan#39
    Japan · Asia

    Osaka, Japan

    Japan's vibrant kitchen where ancient tradition meets neon energy and street food rules.

  40. Amed, Indonesia#40
    Indonesia · Asia

    Amed, Indonesia

    Bali's quiet east coast gem — black sand beaches, world-class diving, and zero crowds.

  41. Malaga, Spain#41
    Spain · Europe

    Malaga, Spain

    Picasso's sun-soaked birthplace — where Moorish history, world-class museums, and Mediterranean beach life converge on the Costa del Sol.

  42. Lisbon, Portugal#42
    Portugal · Europe

    Lisbon, Portugal

    Europe's sunniest capital where golden trams climb ancient hills and Atlantic breezes meet historic charm.

  43. Kaohsiung, Taiwan#43
    Taiwan · Asia

    Kaohsiung, Taiwan

    Taiwan's sun-drenched harbor city — where street art, night markets, and a revitalized waterfront meet laid-back southern charm.

  44. Kitakyushu, Japan#44
    Japan · Asia

    Kitakyushu, Japan

    Japan's #1 nightscape city blending history, nature, and industrial heritage.

  45. Cairns, Australia#45
    Australia · Oceania

    Cairns, Australia

    Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and tropical rainforests—where adventure meets laid-back coastal charm.

  46. San Francisco, Mexico#46
    Mexico · Latin America

    San Francisco, Mexico

    San Pancho: Riviera Nayarit's bohemian surf village with world-class sunsets and a tight-knit eco-community.

  47. San Antonio, United States#47
    United States · North America

    San Antonio, United States

    A unique blend of European-inspired River Walk and distinctly American streets with strong Mexican cultural heritage.

  48. Seville, Spain#48
    Spain · Europe

    Seville, Spain

    Andalusia's sun-drenched capital where flamenco, Moorish palaces, and tapas culture ignite every sense.

  49. Haarlem, Netherlands#49
    Netherlands · Europe

    Haarlem, Netherlands

    A Golden Age gem with world-class museums, craft breweries, and easy access to Amsterdam and the coast.

  50. Tarifa, Spain#50
    Spain · Europe

    Tarifa, Spain

    Europe's kitesurfing capital where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, just 14 km from Africa.