The best places to visit in April are all about making the most of springtime. It’s when we emerge from the bracing chill of winter and April is just the right time for seeing tulips in Istanbul, or the cherry blossoms in Osaka, and witnessing the “bud burst” season of France’s Champagne region. Furthermore, this is prime shoulder season—the window right before the manic crowds of summer descend on Portugal and Puerto Rico. And here in the US, National Park Week provides the perfect excuse to appreciate the great outdoors. Read on for a list of the best places to visit in April, greatly inspired by the Best Places to Go in 2025. And with all this talk of nature and the outdoors, it should go without saying: Don’t forget to pack your allergy meds, if you need them.)
This article has been updated with new information since its original publish date.
