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Where to Go in July

July is high summer in the north, the peak of the holiday season in much of Europe and North America, and midwinter in the south. Each city below lists July 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. Fuerteventura, Spain#2
    Spain · Europe

    Fuerteventura, Spain

    Canary Islands gem with volcanic landscapes, golden beaches and year-round perfect winds for watersports

  3. Jimbaran, Indonesia#3
    Indonesia · Asia

    Jimbaran, Indonesia

    Bali's sun-soaked fishing bay where candlelit seafood dinners meet world-class resort living.

  4. Seseh, Indonesia#4
    Indonesia · Asia

    Seseh, Indonesia

    Bali's best-kept coastal secret — black-sand beaches, rice paddies, and quiet luxury without the crowds.

  5. Ericeira, Portugal#5
    Portugal · Europe

    Ericeira, Portugal

    Europe's only World Surfing Reserve - where traditional fishing village charm meets world-class waves and digital nomad culture.

  6. Tartu, Estonia#6
    Estonia · Europe

    Tartu, Estonia

    Estonia's intellectual heart: vibrant university city with art, culture, and compact charm.

  7. Canggu, Indonesia#7
    Indonesia · Asia

    Canggu, Indonesia

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

  8. Ubud, Indonesia#8
    Indonesia · Asia

    Ubud, Indonesia

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

  9. Sanur, Indonesia#9
    Indonesia · Asia

    Sanur, Indonesia

    Bali's original beach town — calm seas, sunrise walks, and a slower tempo that the island's trendier spots can't match.

  10. Turku, Finland#10
    Finland · Europe

    Turku, Finland

    The "Paris of Finland," a historic city with thriving art and culture.

  11. Hokkaido, Japan#11
    Japan · Asia

    Hokkaido, Japan

    Japan's wild north — world-class powder snow, volcanic landscapes, and lavender fields with no rainy season.

  12. Zwolle, Netherlands#12
    Netherlands · Europe

    Zwolle, Netherlands

    Historic Hanseatic city of 125,000 offering festivals, history, and cultural attractions above its weight.

  13. Copenhagen, Denmark#13
    Denmark · Europe

    Copenhagen, Denmark

    Scandinavia's happiest capital blends royal history, cutting-edge design, and sustainable living in perfect harmony.

  14. Gili Air, Indonesia#14
    Indonesia · Asia

    Gili Air, Indonesia

    The laid-back middle child of the Gilis — car-free, coral-rich, and perfectly balanced between party and peace.

  15. Burgas, Bulgaria#15
    Bulgaria · Europe

    Burgas, Bulgaria

    Bulgaria's laid-back Black Sea gateway — beaches, pink salt lakes, and easy day trips to Sozopol and Nessebar.

  16. Amed, Indonesia#16
    Indonesia · Asia

    Amed, Indonesia

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

  17. Cambridge, United Kingdom#17
    United Kingdom · Europe

    Cambridge, United Kingdom

    Historic university city blending iconic Gothic architecture with riverside charm.

  18. Aveiro, Portugal#18
    Portugal · Europe

    Aveiro, Portugal

    Portugal's Venice with Art Nouveau charm, canals, and traditional salt flats, minus the crowds.

  19. Costa da Caparica, Portugal#19
    Portugal · Europe

    Costa da Caparica, Portugal

    Portugal's longest stretch of golden beaches just 30 minutes from Lisbon, beloved by surfers and locals alike.

  20. Bansko, Bulgaria#20
    Bulgaria · Europe

    Bansko, Bulgaria

    Bulgaria's dual-season mountain gem — world-class skiing in winter, epic Pirin hiking in summer, and Europe's buzziest digital nomad festival.

  21. Hannover, Germany#21
    Germany · Europe

    Hannover, Germany

    A green gem in northern Germany with world-class gardens and laid-back charm.

  22. Klaipeda, Lithuania#22
    Lithuania · Europe

    Klaipeda, Lithuania

    Seaside Baltic charm where half-timbered houses meet maritime heritage.</cite>

  23. Bern, Switzerland#23
    Switzerland · Europe

    Bern, Switzerland

    Switzerland's medieval capital — a UNESCO gem set on a sapphire bend of the Aare.

  24. Leipzig, Germany#24
    Germany · Europe

    Leipzig, Germany

    Germany's "Little Berlin" — a creative, affordable Saxon city bursting with music, art, and counterculture energy.

  25. Constanta, Romania#25
    Romania · Europe

    Constanta, Romania

    Romania's ancient Black Sea gateway — 2,600 years of history, sun-drenched beaches, and a freshly restored Art Nouveau casino.

  26. Oshkosh, United States#26
    United States · North America

    Oshkosh, United States

    Wisconsin's Event City where aviation, culture, and lakeside charm converge.

  27. Bilbao, Spain#27
    Spain · Europe

    Bilbao, Spain

    Industrial heritage meets avant-garde art in Spain's cultural capital.

  28. Cairns, Australia#28
    Australia · Oceania

    Cairns, Australia

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

  29. Haarlem, Netherlands#29
    Netherlands · Europe

    Haarlem, Netherlands

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

  30. Dortmund, Germany#30
    Germany · Europe

    Dortmund, Germany

    Berlin's grittier, more authentic sibling: reinvented industrial powerhouse with football soul and surprising culture.

  31. Cologne, Germany#31
    Germany · Europe

    Cologne, Germany

    Where Gothic grandeur meets Rhineland warmth — Kölsch beer, world-class art, and carnival spirit on the Rhine.

  32. Vilnius, Lithuania#32
    Lithuania · Europe

    Vilnius, Lithuania

    Europe's Green Capital 2025 and surprise Baltic gem — baroque beauty, bohemian soul, and budget-friendly living.

  33. Craiova, Romania#33
    Romania · Europe

    Craiova, Romania

    Southern Romania's underrated gem — Belle Époque grandeur, Europe's best Christmas market, and one of the continent's largest urban parks.

  34. Šumperk, Czechia#34
    Czechia · Europe

    Šumperk, Czechia

    Northern Moravia's mountain gateway — authentic Czech life, baroque history, and Jeseníky trails on your doorstep.

  35. Gdansk, Poland#35
    Poland · Europe

    Gdansk, Poland

    A Hanseatic gem on the Baltic — where colourful merchant facades meet world-changing history.

  36. Riga, Latvia#36
    Latvia · Europe

    Riga, Latvia

    The Baltic's architectural crown jewel — medieval charm, Art Nouveau splendor, and a buzzing creative scene at an affordable price.

  37. Almere, Netherlands#37
    Netherlands · Europe

    Almere, Netherlands

    Almere is the newest and greenest city in the Netherlands, built almost 50 years ago on reclaimed land.

  38. Dresden, Germany#38
    Germany · Europe

    Dresden, Germany

    Historic baroque beauty rebuilt from ashes, where culture meets counterculture along the Elbe River.

  39. Varna, Bulgaria#39
    Bulgaria · Europe

    Varna, Bulgaria

    Bulgaria's sun-drenched sea capital where 7,000-year-old gold meets Black Sea beaches and buzzing summer nights.

  40. Lake Balaton, Hungary#40
    Hungary · Europe

    Lake Balaton, Hungary

    Central Europe's beloved "Hungarian Sea" — sun-drenched beaches, volcanic wine hills, and charming lakeside villages.

  41. Senggigi, Indonesia#41
    Indonesia · Asia

    Senggigi, Indonesia

    Lombok's laid-back beach hub — stunning sunsets, coral reefs, and the gateway to Gili Islands and Mount Rinjani.

  42. Interlaken, Switzerland#42
    Switzerland · Europe

    Interlaken, Switzerland

    Europe's adventure capital — dramatic Alpine scenery, lake-framed thrills, and seamless Swiss rail connections.

  43. Rovaniemi, Finland#43
    Finland · Europe

    Rovaniemi, Finland

    Arctic Circle magic year-round — from Northern Lights and Santa's Village to midnight-sun adventures.

  44. Ottawa, Canada#44
    Canada · North America

    Ottawa, Canada

    Canada's capital blends historic charm, world-class museums, and outdoor adventures

  45. Kosice, Slovakia#45
    Slovakia · Europe

    Kosice, Slovakia

    Slovakia's eastern gem — Gothic grandeur, a thriving arts scene, and prices that won't break the bank.

  46. San Sebastian, Spain#46
    Spain · Europe

    San Sebastian, Spain

    Where Michelin-starred pintxos, golden beaches, and Basque culture collide on Spain's luminous northern coast.

  47. Wrocław, Poland#47
    Poland · Europe

    Wrocław, Poland

    Poland's fairy-tale city of gnomes, Gothic spires, and pastel Market Square splendour.

  48. Yogyakarta, Indonesia#48
    Indonesia · Asia

    Yogyakarta, Indonesia

    Java's cultural soul — ancient temples, royal palaces, batik workshops, and two UNESCO World Heritage Sites on your doorstep.

  49. Hamburg, Germany#49
    Germany · Europe

    Hamburg, Germany

    Germany's maritime gateway — where a world-class port meets waterfront culture, bold architecture, and legendary nightlife.

  50. Porto, Portugal#50
    Portugal · Europe

    Porto, Portugal

    Portugal's charismatic second city blends riverside charm with rich wine heritage