Best time to visit
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.
#1Portugal · EuropeAzores, Portugal
Nine volcanic islands in the mid-Atlantic — where dramatic crater lakes, hot springs, and world-class whale watching meet authentic Portuguese island life.
#2Spain · EuropeFuerteventura, Spain
Canary Islands gem with volcanic landscapes, golden beaches and year-round perfect winds for watersports
#3Indonesia · AsiaJimbaran, Indonesia
Bali's sun-soaked fishing bay where candlelit seafood dinners meet world-class resort living.
#4Indonesia · AsiaSeseh, Indonesia
Bali's best-kept coastal secret — black-sand beaches, rice paddies, and quiet luxury without the crowds.
#5Portugal · EuropeEriceira, Portugal
Europe's only World Surfing Reserve - where traditional fishing village charm meets world-class waves and digital nomad culture.
#6Estonia · EuropeTartu, Estonia
Estonia's intellectual heart: vibrant university city with art, culture, and compact charm.
#7Indonesia · AsiaCanggu, Indonesia
Bali's sun-soaked surf capital where digital nomads, yogis, and beach-club devotees all find their tribe.
#8Indonesia · AsiaUbud, Indonesia
Bali's spiritual and artistic heartland, cradled by emerald rice terraces, jungle temples, and a thriving wellness scene.
#9Indonesia · AsiaSanur, Indonesia
Bali's original beach town — calm seas, sunrise walks, and a slower tempo that the island's trendier spots can't match.
#10Finland · EuropeTurku, Finland
The "Paris of Finland," a historic city with thriving art and culture.
#11Japan · AsiaHokkaido, Japan
Japan's wild north — world-class powder snow, volcanic landscapes, and lavender fields with no rainy season.
#12Netherlands · EuropeZwolle, Netherlands
Historic Hanseatic city of 125,000 offering festivals, history, and cultural attractions above its weight.
#13Denmark · EuropeCopenhagen, Denmark
Scandinavia's happiest capital blends royal history, cutting-edge design, and sustainable living in perfect harmony.
#14Indonesia · AsiaGili Air, Indonesia
The laid-back middle child of the Gilis — car-free, coral-rich, and perfectly balanced between party and peace.
#15Bulgaria · EuropeBurgas, Bulgaria
Bulgaria's laid-back Black Sea gateway — beaches, pink salt lakes, and easy day trips to Sozopol and Nessebar.
#16Indonesia · AsiaAmed, Indonesia
Bali's quiet east coast gem — black sand beaches, world-class diving, and zero crowds.
#17United Kingdom · EuropeCambridge, United Kingdom
Historic university city blending iconic Gothic architecture with riverside charm.
#18Portugal · EuropeAveiro, Portugal
Portugal's Venice with Art Nouveau charm, canals, and traditional salt flats, minus the crowds.
#19Portugal · EuropeCosta da Caparica, Portugal
Portugal's longest stretch of golden beaches just 30 minutes from Lisbon, beloved by surfers and locals alike.
#20Bulgaria · EuropeBansko, Bulgaria
Bulgaria's dual-season mountain gem — world-class skiing in winter, epic Pirin hiking in summer, and Europe's buzziest digital nomad festival.
#21Germany · EuropeHannover, Germany
A green gem in northern Germany with world-class gardens and laid-back charm.
#22Lithuania · EuropeKlaipeda, Lithuania
Seaside Baltic charm where half-timbered houses meet maritime heritage.</cite>
#23Switzerland · EuropeBern, Switzerland
Switzerland's medieval capital — a UNESCO gem set on a sapphire bend of the Aare.
#24Germany · EuropeLeipzig, Germany
Germany's "Little Berlin" — a creative, affordable Saxon city bursting with music, art, and counterculture energy.
#25Romania · EuropeConstanta, Romania
Romania's ancient Black Sea gateway — 2,600 years of history, sun-drenched beaches, and a freshly restored Art Nouveau casino.
#26United States · North AmericaOshkosh, United States
Wisconsin's Event City where aviation, culture, and lakeside charm converge.
#27Spain · EuropeBilbao, Spain
Industrial heritage meets avant-garde art in Spain's cultural capital.
#28Australia · OceaniaCairns, Australia
Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and tropical rainforests—where adventure meets laid-back coastal charm.
#29Netherlands · EuropeHaarlem, Netherlands
A Golden Age gem with world-class museums, craft breweries, and easy access to Amsterdam and the coast.
#30Germany · EuropeDortmund, Germany
Berlin's grittier, more authentic sibling: reinvented industrial powerhouse with football soul and surprising culture.
#31Germany · EuropeCologne, Germany
Where Gothic grandeur meets Rhineland warmth — Kölsch beer, world-class art, and carnival spirit on the Rhine.
#32Lithuania · EuropeVilnius, Lithuania
Europe's Green Capital 2025 and surprise Baltic gem — baroque beauty, bohemian soul, and budget-friendly living.
#33Romania · EuropeCraiova, Romania
Southern Romania's underrated gem — Belle Époque grandeur, Europe's best Christmas market, and one of the continent's largest urban parks.
#34Czechia · EuropeŠumperk, Czechia
Northern Moravia's mountain gateway — authentic Czech life, baroque history, and Jeseníky trails on your doorstep.
#35Poland · EuropeGdansk, Poland
A Hanseatic gem on the Baltic — where colourful merchant facades meet world-changing history.
#36Latvia · EuropeRiga, Latvia
The Baltic's architectural crown jewel — medieval charm, Art Nouveau splendor, and a buzzing creative scene at an affordable price.
#37Netherlands · EuropeAlmere, Netherlands
Almere is the newest and greenest city in the Netherlands, built almost 50 years ago on reclaimed land.
#38Germany · EuropeDresden, Germany
Historic baroque beauty rebuilt from ashes, where culture meets counterculture along the Elbe River.
#39Bulgaria · EuropeVarna, Bulgaria
Bulgaria's sun-drenched sea capital where 7,000-year-old gold meets Black Sea beaches and buzzing summer nights.
#40Hungary · EuropeLake Balaton, Hungary
Central Europe's beloved "Hungarian Sea" — sun-drenched beaches, volcanic wine hills, and charming lakeside villages.
#41Indonesia · AsiaSenggigi, Indonesia
Lombok's laid-back beach hub — stunning sunsets, coral reefs, and the gateway to Gili Islands and Mount Rinjani.
#42Switzerland · EuropeInterlaken, Switzerland
Europe's adventure capital — dramatic Alpine scenery, lake-framed thrills, and seamless Swiss rail connections.
#43Finland · EuropeRovaniemi, Finland
Arctic Circle magic year-round — from Northern Lights and Santa's Village to midnight-sun adventures.
#44Canada · North AmericaOttawa, Canada
Canada's capital blends historic charm, world-class museums, and outdoor adventures
#45Slovakia · EuropeKosice, Slovakia
Slovakia's eastern gem — Gothic grandeur, a thriving arts scene, and prices that won't break the bank.
#46Spain · EuropeSan Sebastian, Spain
Where Michelin-starred pintxos, golden beaches, and Basque culture collide on Spain's luminous northern coast.
#47Poland · EuropeWrocław, Poland
Poland's fairy-tale city of gnomes, Gothic spires, and pastel Market Square splendour.
#48Indonesia · AsiaYogyakarta, Indonesia
Java's cultural soul — ancient temples, royal palaces, batik workshops, and two UNESCO World Heritage Sites on your doorstep.
#49Germany · EuropeHamburg, Germany
Germany's maritime gateway — where a world-class port meets waterfront culture, bold architecture, and legendary nightlife.
#50Portugal · EuropePorto, Portugal
Portugal's charismatic second city blends riverside charm with rich wine heritage