City break20°CParis
FranceCharming Paris in Spring
Mild and bright, 20°C
- Visit the Eiffel Tower
- Stroll along the Seine
Best places to travel in May
Best places to travel in May 2027
May is one of the best months for Europe and the Mediterranean: warm, long days with fewer crowds and lower prices than June to August.Updated November 5, 2026
Plan my trip, free12 places with great weather in May
The most popular places in their best season. Temperatures are average daily highs.
City break20°C
City break18°CLondon
United KingdomLondon Awaits This May
Mild with long daylight, 18°C
- See the British Museum
- Walk through Hyde Park
Culture24°CRome
ItalyRome's Warm Days Await
Warm days, cooler evenings, 24°C
- Explore the Colosseum
- Visit Vatican City
Culture23°CTokyo & Kyoto
JapanDiscover Japan's Cultural Gems
Mild, blossom colors, 23°C
- See cherry blossoms
- Visit Kinkaku-ji
City break22°CBarcelona
SpainBarcelona: Warm and Sunny
Warm and sunny, 22°C
- Visit La Sagrada Familia
- Relax at Park Güell
City break22°CNew York City
United StatesBack to New York City
Mild and clear, 22°C
- Visit Central Park
- See the Statue of Liberty
Beach31°CBali
IndonesiaSunny Beaches Await in Bali
Dry season, sunny, 31°C
- Relax on stunning beaches
- Explore vibrant Ubud markets
City break22°CLisbon
PortugalDiscover Lisbon's Charm
Mild and sunny, 22°C
- Explore historic Alfama
- Taste pastel de nata
City break18°CAmsterdam
NetherlandsSpringtime in Amsterdam
Mild, tulip season, 18°C
- See stunning tulip fields
- Visit Van Gogh Museum
Beach23°CGreek Islands (Santorini & Naxos)
Greece
Beach23°CAmalfi Coast
ItalyAmalfi Coast Adventure
Hot sun, warm sea, 23°C
- Drive along coastal roads
- Visit Positano
Beach29°CHawaii (Maui & Oahu)
United StatesTropical Paradise in Hawaii
Sunny and dry, 29°C
- Explore Hanauma Bay
- Relax on Waikiki Beach
Prices are rough estimates per person for two sharing, including return flights from Canada. Your itinerary shows real options and costs for your dates.
Best places to travel in other months
JanuaryThailand, Phuket & Krabi, Florida and more FebruaryCancún & Riviera Maya, Dubai, Punta Cana and more MarchTokyo & Kyoto, Phuket & Krabi, Florida and more AprilParis, Rome, Cancún & Riviera Maya and more MayLondon, Tokyo & Kyoto, Barcelona and more JuneParis, New York City, Bali and more JulyLondon, Iceland, Banff & Jasper and more AugustBali, Peru, Swiss Alps and more SeptemberParis, London, Rome and more OctoberTokyo & Kyoto, Barcelona, New York City and more NovemberThis monthDubai, Thailand, Florida and more DecemberCancún & Riviera Maya, Punta Cana, Phuket & Krabi and more
Questions & answers
What are the best places to travel in May 2027?
Top picks for May 2027 are Paris, London, Rome, Tokyo & Kyoto, Barcelona and New York City. All 12 places on this page are in their best season in May.
Where is warm in May?
In May, Hoi An & Ho Chi Minh City (about 33°C), Aruba (about 32°C), Las Vegas & Grand Canyon (about 32°C), Bali (about 31°C) and Morocco (about 29°C) are warm and in their best season.
Where to go in Europe in May?
Good choices in May are Paris, London, Rome, Barcelona, Lisbon and Amsterdam.
What are the cheapest places to travel in May?
Among places in season, the lowest rough costs are New York City (from about US$900), Las Vegas & Grand Canyon (from about US$1,200), Aruba (from about US$1,600), Prague (from about US$1,600) per person, including return flights from Canada, for two sharing.
Where can I travel in May on a short flight from the US or Canada?
Close to home and in season in May: New York City, Las Vegas & Grand Canyon, Aruba and California road trip.
Is May a good time to travel?
May is one of the best months for Europe and the Mediterranean: warm, long days with fewer crowds and lower prices than June to August.
How much does a trip in May cost?
For the places on this page, rough costs run from about US$1,500 to US$3,300 per person for 5 to 10 nights, including return flights from Canada, for two sharing at mid-range. The free AI planner estimates your own dates and city.
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