Where to travel in September
24 destinations in their season, out of 405 we track
Season-first: these are the places where September is genuinely one of the best months of the year — right weather, manageable crowds, the thing you came for actually happening. Not a list of places that are merely open.
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- Perth & the West CoastAustralia · 20° · crowds 3/5
Spring delivers mild temperatures and peak wildflower displays across Kings Park and regional national parks. The Kings Park Festival attracts botanists and nature enthusiasts.
- Plitvice Lakes National ParkCroatia · 19° · crowds 3/5
Crowds thin out while comfortable hiking weather and early autumn colors make September an optimal month to visit.
- ZagoriGreece · 23° · crowds 3/5
Ideal hiking weather returns with comfortable temperatures, clear skies, and waning crowds. Excellent conditions for multi-day treks across Tymfi.
- DolomitesItaly · 8° · crowds 3/5
Widely considered the premier month for hiking thanks to stable weather, clearer skies, and thinner crowds. Temperatures drop noticeably toward the end of the month with early dustings of snow.
- Copper CanyonMexico · 29° · crowds 3/5
Rainfall tapers off while the canyon remains brilliantly green and waterfalls flow strongly. Excellent conditions for photography and scenic tours.
- Julian AlpsSlovenia · 11° · crowds 3/5
One of the best months for alpine hiking, featuring clear air, lower crowd levels, and turning autumn colors. Nights become noticeably cold.
- Yellowstone & Grand TetonUnited States · 16° · crowds 3/5
Vibrant autumn foliage appears and the elk rutting season begins with dramatic bugling. Crowds taper after Labor Day, though nights quickly become cold and frosty.
- Fernando de NoronhaBrazil · 26° · crowds 4/5
Superb dry conditions and mirror-flat seas create ideal scenarios for snorkeling and scuba diving. Hiking trails are dry and accessible.
- Canadian RockiesCanada · 11° · crowds 4/5
Famed for golden larch season and crisp mountain air with lower precipitation than midsummer. Nights get frosty and first snowfalls can occur at elevation.
- Quebec City & CharlevoixCanada · 20° · crowds 4/5
Spectacular autumn foliage begins transforming the Laurentian mountains into vibrant red and gold panoramas. Mild, dry weather creates ideal conditions for scenic drives, hiking, and harvest tastings.
- TorontoCanada · 22° · crowds 4/5
Ideal mild weather and the world-renowned Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) draw international crowds.
- BeijingChina · 27° · crowds 4/5
Known as the golden autumn with crisp, clear skies and very comfortable daytime temperatures. Excellent conditions for hiking mountain sections of the Great Wall.
- Komodo National ParkIndonesia · 31° · crowds 4/5
One of the best months for scuba diving, with peak manta ray activity and calm sea conditions.
- Masai MaraKenya · 29° · crowds 4/5
Warm and dry with huge concentrations of wildlife remaining throughout the reserve. Excellent visibility as vegetation is heavily grazed.
- Greater KrugerSouth Africa · 30° · crowds 4/5
Temperatures rise rapidly in early spring, creating intense wildlife activity around the few surviving water points before the rains.
- Mahale Mountains & Lake TanganyikaTanzania · 26° · crowds 4/5
Warmest conditions of the dry season with prime beach relaxation on Lake Tanganyika and effortless chimp tracking near camp.
- Serengeti & NgorongoroTanzania · 29° · crowds 4/5
River crossings continue under warm, sunny skies with virtually no rain. Water sources shrink, concentrating wildlife around remaining rivers and waterholes for superb photography.
- Big Sur & the Central CoastUnited States · 22° · crowds 4/5
September offers the warmest temperatures and clearest coastal skies of the year as the summer marine fog dissipates.
- Coastal New England & AcadiaUnited States · 17° · crowds 4/5
Crisp autumn air arrives alongside comfortable daytime hiking temperatures and early foliage color change late in the month. Summer family crowds subside in favor of adult travelers and cruise ships.
- Colorado RockiesUnited States · 17° · crowds 4/5
Golden aspen foliage transforms the mountain valleys, creating spectacular scenic driving and hiking conditions. Early dustings of snow can occur at higher elevations.
- Grand Canyon & Northern ArizonaUnited States · 28° · crowds 4/5
Monsoon activity tapers off and temperatures cool to ideal levels for hiking and road trips. Aspens on the San Francisco Peaks begin turning gold.
- Santa Fe & Northern New MexicoUnited States · 25° · crowds 4/5
Prime mountain weather with clear skies and brilliant golden aspen foliage developing across northern New Mexico trails.
- Washington DCUnited States · 26° · crowds 4/5
Humidity drops and temperatures moderate, bringing peak business travel, conferences, and comfortable touring conditions. Parks and outdoor historic sites are at their best.
- Kakheti Wine RegionGeorgia · 22° · crowds 5/5
Prime travel time marked by the Rtveli grape harvest, grape pressing celebrations, and ideal temperatures. Advance booking is critical for boutique wineries and stays.
Beach in September
- Fernando de NoronhaBrazil · 26° · crowds 4/5
Superb dry conditions and mirror-flat seas create ideal scenarios for snorkeling and scuba diving. Hiking trails are dry and accessible.
- Komodo National ParkIndonesia · 31° · crowds 4/5
One of the best months for scuba diving, with peak manta ray activity and calm sea conditions.
- Mahale Mountains & Lake TanganyikaTanzania · 26° · crowds 4/5
Warmest conditions of the dry season with prime beach relaxation on Lake Tanganyika and effortless chimp tracking near camp.
- Hawaiian IslandsUnited States · 27° · crowds 2/5
Crowds drop significantly after Labor Day while ocean waters remain at their warmest. Island-wide Aloha Festivals showcase Hawaiian heritage and music.
- DubrovnikCroatia · 26° · crowds 3/5
The weather remains warm and the sea is still pleasant for swimming, but the massive summer crowds begin to dissipate. It is widely considered the best month to visit.
- IstriaCroatia · 24° · crowds 3/5
One of the best months to visit with warm sea water, mild air temperatures, and the start of the white truffle and grape harvest seasons.
- SplitCroatia · 26° · crowds 3/5
The weather remains warm but the intense heat of summer fades. Excellent conditions for both beach and city sightseeing.
- CorsicaFrance · 19° · crowds 3/5
Warm waters and comfortable hiking weather make September one of the best months to explore the island. Summer crowds thin significantly after the start of the school year.
City breaks in September
- Perth & the West CoastAustralia · 20° · crowds 3/5
Spring delivers mild temperatures and peak wildflower displays across Kings Park and regional national parks. The Kings Park Festival attracts botanists and nature enthusiasts.
- Quebec City & CharlevoixCanada · 20° · crowds 4/5
Spectacular autumn foliage begins transforming the Laurentian mountains into vibrant red and gold panoramas. Mild, dry weather creates ideal conditions for scenic drives, hiking, and harvest tastings.
- TorontoCanada · 22° · crowds 4/5
Ideal mild weather and the world-renowned Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) draw international crowds.
- BeijingChina · 27° · crowds 4/5
Known as the golden autumn with crisp, clear skies and very comfortable daytime temperatures. Excellent conditions for hiking mountain sections of the Great Wall.
- Coastal New England & AcadiaUnited States · 17° · crowds 4/5
Crisp autumn air arrives alongside comfortable daytime hiking temperatures and early foliage color change late in the month. Summer family crowds subside in favor of adult travelers and cruise ships.
- Santa Fe & Northern New MexicoUnited States · 25° · crowds 4/5
Prime mountain weather with clear skies and brilliant golden aspen foliage developing across northern New Mexico trails.
- Washington DCUnited States · 26° · crowds 4/5
Humidity drops and temperatures moderate, bringing peak business travel, conferences, and comfortable touring conditions. Parks and outdoor historic sites are at their best.
- Kakheti Wine RegionGeorgia · 22° · crowds 5/5
Prime travel time marked by the Rtveli grape harvest, grape pressing celebrations, and ideal temperatures. Advance booking is critical for boutique wineries and stays.
Hiking in September
- Perth & the West CoastAustralia · 20° · crowds 3/5
Spring delivers mild temperatures and peak wildflower displays across Kings Park and regional national parks. The Kings Park Festival attracts botanists and nature enthusiasts.
- Plitvice Lakes National ParkCroatia · 19° · crowds 3/5
Crowds thin out while comfortable hiking weather and early autumn colors make September an optimal month to visit.
- ZagoriGreece · 23° · crowds 3/5
Ideal hiking weather returns with comfortable temperatures, clear skies, and waning crowds. Excellent conditions for multi-day treks across Tymfi.
- DolomitesItaly · 8° · crowds 3/5
Widely considered the premier month for hiking thanks to stable weather, clearer skies, and thinner crowds. Temperatures drop noticeably toward the end of the month with early dustings of snow.
- Copper CanyonMexico · 29° · crowds 3/5
Rainfall tapers off while the canyon remains brilliantly green and waterfalls flow strongly. Excellent conditions for photography and scenic tours.
- Julian AlpsSlovenia · 11° · crowds 3/5
One of the best months for alpine hiking, featuring clear air, lower crowd levels, and turning autumn colors. Nights become noticeably cold.
- Yellowstone & Grand TetonUnited States · 16° · crowds 3/5
Vibrant autumn foliage appears and the elk rutting season begins with dramatic bugling. Crowds taper after Labor Day, though nights quickly become cold and frosty.
- Fernando de NoronhaBrazil · 26° · crowds 4/5
Superb dry conditions and mirror-flat seas create ideal scenarios for snorkeling and scuba diving. Hiking trails are dry and accessible.
Road trips in September
- Perth & the West CoastAustralia · 20° · crowds 3/5
Spring delivers mild temperatures and peak wildflower displays across Kings Park and regional national parks. The Kings Park Festival attracts botanists and nature enthusiasts.
- Plitvice Lakes National ParkCroatia · 19° · crowds 3/5
Crowds thin out while comfortable hiking weather and early autumn colors make September an optimal month to visit.
- ZagoriGreece · 23° · crowds 3/5
Ideal hiking weather returns with comfortable temperatures, clear skies, and waning crowds. Excellent conditions for multi-day treks across Tymfi.
- DolomitesItaly · 8° · crowds 3/5
Widely considered the premier month for hiking thanks to stable weather, clearer skies, and thinner crowds. Temperatures drop noticeably toward the end of the month with early dustings of snow.
- Copper CanyonMexico · 29° · crowds 3/5
Rainfall tapers off while the canyon remains brilliantly green and waterfalls flow strongly. Excellent conditions for photography and scenic tours.
- Julian AlpsSlovenia · 11° · crowds 3/5
One of the best months for alpine hiking, featuring clear air, lower crowd levels, and turning autumn colors. Nights become noticeably cold.
- Yellowstone & Grand TetonUnited States · 16° · crowds 3/5
Vibrant autumn foliage appears and the elk rutting season begins with dramatic bugling. Crowds taper after Labor Day, though nights quickly become cold and frosty.
- Canadian RockiesCanada · 11° · crowds 4/5
Famed for golden larch season and crisp mountain air with lower precipitation than midsummer. Nights get frosty and first snowfalls can occur at elevation.
Nightlife in September
- TorontoCanada · 22° · crowds 4/5
Ideal mild weather and the world-renowned Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) draw international crowds.
- BeijingChina · 27° · crowds 4/5
Known as the golden autumn with crisp, clear skies and very comfortable daytime temperatures. Excellent conditions for hiking mountain sections of the Great Wall.
- Washington DCUnited States · 26° · crowds 4/5
Humidity drops and temperatures moderate, bringing peak business travel, conferences, and comfortable touring conditions. Parks and outdoor historic sites are at their best.
- MunichGermany · 20° · crowds 5/5
Oktoberfest begins in late September, causing a massive surge in visitors and hotel prices. The weather remains mild and pleasant.
- RomeItaly · 27° · crowds 5/5
Warm, comfortable temperatures return, making this one of the prime sightseeing months. Outdoor dining and cultural events remain very active.
- New YorkUnited States · 25° · crowds 5/5
Crisp, comfortable early autumn conditions arrive alongside NY Fashion Week and the UN General Assembly.
- TiranaAlbania · 27° · crowds 3/5
One of the best months to visit with comfortable warmth, lively cafe culture, and optimal conditions for day trips and hiking.
- Buenos AiresArgentina · 18° · crowds 3/5
Spring arrival brings warming temperatures and blossoming green spaces like the Palermo Rose Garden and Costanera Sur reserve.
Culture in September
- Perth & the West CoastAustralia · 20° · crowds 3/5
Spring delivers mild temperatures and peak wildflower displays across Kings Park and regional national parks. The Kings Park Festival attracts botanists and nature enthusiasts.
- ZagoriGreece · 23° · crowds 3/5
Ideal hiking weather returns with comfortable temperatures, clear skies, and waning crowds. Excellent conditions for multi-day treks across Tymfi.
- Quebec City & CharlevoixCanada · 20° · crowds 4/5
Spectacular autumn foliage begins transforming the Laurentian mountains into vibrant red and gold panoramas. Mild, dry weather creates ideal conditions for scenic drives, hiking, and harvest tastings.
- TorontoCanada · 22° · crowds 4/5
Ideal mild weather and the world-renowned Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) draw international crowds.
- BeijingChina · 27° · crowds 4/5
Known as the golden autumn with crisp, clear skies and very comfortable daytime temperatures. Excellent conditions for hiking mountain sections of the Great Wall.
- Coastal New England & AcadiaUnited States · 17° · crowds 4/5
Crisp autumn air arrives alongside comfortable daytime hiking temperatures and early foliage color change late in the month. Summer family crowds subside in favor of adult travelers and cruise ships.
- Santa Fe & Northern New MexicoUnited States · 25° · crowds 4/5
Prime mountain weather with clear skies and brilliant golden aspen foliage developing across northern New Mexico trails.
- Washington DCUnited States · 26° · crowds 4/5
Humidity drops and temperatures moderate, bringing peak business travel, conferences, and comfortable touring conditions. Parks and outdoor historic sites are at their best.
Nature & wildlife in September
- Perth & the West CoastAustralia · 20° · crowds 3/5
Spring delivers mild temperatures and peak wildflower displays across Kings Park and regional national parks. The Kings Park Festival attracts botanists and nature enthusiasts.
- Plitvice Lakes National ParkCroatia · 19° · crowds 3/5
Crowds thin out while comfortable hiking weather and early autumn colors make September an optimal month to visit.
- ZagoriGreece · 23° · crowds 3/5
Ideal hiking weather returns with comfortable temperatures, clear skies, and waning crowds. Excellent conditions for multi-day treks across Tymfi.
- DolomitesItaly · 8° · crowds 3/5
Widely considered the premier month for hiking thanks to stable weather, clearer skies, and thinner crowds. Temperatures drop noticeably toward the end of the month with early dustings of snow.
- Copper CanyonMexico · 29° · crowds 3/5
Rainfall tapers off while the canyon remains brilliantly green and waterfalls flow strongly. Excellent conditions for photography and scenic tours.
- Julian AlpsSlovenia · 11° · crowds 3/5
One of the best months for alpine hiking, featuring clear air, lower crowd levels, and turning autumn colors. Nights become noticeably cold.
- Yellowstone & Grand TetonUnited States · 16° · crowds 3/5
Vibrant autumn foliage appears and the elk rutting season begins with dramatic bugling. Crowds taper after Labor Day, though nights quickly become cold and frosty.
- Fernando de NoronhaBrazil · 26° · crowds 4/5
Superb dry conditions and mirror-flat seas create ideal scenarios for snorkeling and scuba diving. Hiking trails are dry and accessible.