March is a transition month for most countries. This means temperatures will be milder, landscapes will be transforming, some of the world’s best festivals will be in full swing, and crowds and prices will be lower in many places. So I’ve rounded up the best places to visit in March in the world!

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March is one of the least-desirable times to visit Africa for a safari because of the rains. But if this is the only month you can go, there are a couple of options. Your best bet is Kruger, Sabi Sands, and the Garden Route in South Africa. Tanzania has the next-best wildlife viewing in March, and game lodges will have SIGNIFICANTLY reduced prices this month.

Here are the best places to visit in March in the world!

Ireland

You’ll want The Luck of the Irish this month! You can’t have a list of must-visit destinations in March without including Ireland.

The landscape will be returning to its lush green as Spring takes over the country. And St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland is CRAZY, but it’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience you won’t want to miss.

The St. Patrick’s celebrations overtake the entire country, especially in Dublin, where you can experience full-out parties in pub after pub. Just make sure you bring plenty of green clothes with you!

Japan

March is Japan’s peak season, but it’s still worth visiting. This month has the best weather all year with a low chance of rain and long sunny days. Temperatures are still chilly, with highs in the mid-50s°F and lows in the 40s°F, so make sure you bring layers.

This is the prime month for cherry blossoms. Seeing Japan’s iconic cherry blossom trees in full bloom is a must-do experience.

You can also hit the slopes in higher altitudes because this is the end of the ski season. For those of you who like to dive, you can see humpbacks and manta rays before they migrate away in April.

Egypt

This is the shoulder season in Egypt. Crowds will be fewer, days are longer, prices will be lower, and temperatures will be cooler, which means visiting the famous ancient sites will be much more enjoyable.

The blue skies and sunny weather are perfect for a cruise on the Nile or enjoying a beachfront resort. In March, you’ll be able to get a lounge chair on the beach or by the pool because of the smaller crowds.

Water temperatures are warm this time of year, and you can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, sea kayaking, and diving without competing with masses of other people.

India

March is one of the most popular months to visit any part of India. The weather is at its best, and this is when Holi takes place.

Holi is the festival of color. You’ll spend several days throwing colorful powder and paint on yourself, others, and the streets. This is the most incredible and singularly beautiful celebration I’ve ever experienced

Pro Tip: the dyed powder and water won’t come out of clothes. So only wear clothes outside that you’re okay being permanently rainbow-colored!

Mexico

March has perfect weather in Mexico. This is one of the driest months of the year in the beach towns and inland cities such as San Miguel de Allende, so you’ve got the best chance of sunny days. But temperatures are still only in the mid-80’s°F (around 30°C), so it won’t be uncomfortably hot yet.

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This is the end of the dry season, so tourist numbers and prices will be less as long as you avoid Easter and Spring Break weeks.

On Mexico’s West coast, March is the end of the whale-watching season. So you should still be able to see humpbacks this time of year.

Tunisia

Because of its location between Morocco and Egypt, Tunisia has remained off the tourist path, even though its seaside towns, desert oases, and cultural sites rival any others in the region.

Plus, Tunisia was the filming location for many Tatooine scenes from several Star Wars films!

Pro Tip: Split your time between Tunis on the Mediterranean coast and the Tozeur region in the Sahara.

Chile

For Chile, March is the transition month from Summer to Autumn. Crowds will be thinning, the weather will be drier, prices will be dropping, and the foliage will be changing.

This is a great time to visit Patagonia because many parts of it are inaccessible in the Winter, and crowds and prices are at their peak in Summer. March is also a great time to visit Easter Island after the tourism peak in February.

March is grape harvest season. So if you’re in one of the wine regions, make sure you experience one of the Fiesta de la Vendimia wine festivals that will be taking place all month. This month is also when Lollapalooza Chile happens in Santiago!

The Florida Keys

The Florida Keys is for you if you want lots of sun, temperatures that aren’t too hot, and a beach destination that avoids some of the Spring Break crowds.

The Florida Keys are one of the best getaways in the Southeast U.S.

Highlights of The Keys are diving and snorkeling in Biscayne National Park, taking a day trip to Dry Tortugas National Park, and driving the Overseas Highway.

Budget Tip: Stay on one of the more off-the-beaten-path keys (such as Islamorada or Marathon) to avoid tourists and higher accommodation prices.

Jordan

March is a perfect month to visit Jordan because the temperatures are cool enough that you won’t melt but warm enough to camp out in Wadi Rum. Tourist numbers and travel costs are also some of the lowest of the year in March.

This is the end of the rainy season, so the landscape will be lush, waterfalls will be rushing, and the olive and almond trees will be in bloom.

In March, you actually have a chance to take pictures at Petra without hordes of other people in your shots if you arrive early!

Vietnam

March has some of the driest and sunniest weather of the year, so this is the perfect time to visit Vietnam! This is also the shoulder season, so prices and tourist numbers will be relatively low.

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The weather during March is the least humid all year, so this month is perfect for lounging on the southern beaches or trekking through the northern mountains.

If you’re in the Khoai Chau district, make sure you enjoy the Chu Dong Tu festival, which is celebrated with processions of golden dragons and burning incense.

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