March

March is the perfect time for those city breaks, so check out the top destinations for this month - from the metropolises of London, New York and Cape Town to cultural centres of Istanbul, Copenhagen and Berlin. For budget options, intriguing Riga is outside the Euro zone so your pound will stretch further, while Dublin is just a short hop away and the perfect place to celebrate St Patrick’s Day. If you can expand your holiday budget and need some guaranteed sunshine, head for the ancient sites in Syria or the sun-drenched Caribbean isle of St Lucia.

  1. Cape Town

    Cape Town

    Catch the end of the long glorious summer that Cape Town basks in from October to March. Days are long and sun-drenched – perfect for sundowners after leisurely days on the beach or trekking up Table Mountain. Or maybe venture out to the famous vineyards. Come autumn, the colours of the many vineyards in the Constantia valley and Stellenbosch are a beautiful sight.

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  2. Istanbul

    Istanbul

    Although Ankara is Turkey’s capital, Istanbul is the country’s largest – and certainly most well-known – city. Famous from its Byzantine days as Constantinople, to the modern metropolis it is today, Istanbul is a must-see. Go now as the days are getting clear and mild at this time of year, with temperatures 7-15°C.

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  3. Dublin

    Dublin

    Hop across to Ireland and celebrate St Patrick’s Day where it’s done best – Dublin. The 17th March every year proves to be a non-stop party in this lively city, but there’s plenty to keep you occupied when you’ve not got your drinking cap on, too… wander round St Patrick’s Cathedral, Trinity College, Dublin Castle, the National Gallery of Ireland, the Guinness Storehouse and more.

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  4. Riga

    Riga

    March is the driest month of the year in Riga, so take the opportunity to explore this compact capital of Latvia. A city break will give you the chance to explore Riga’s fascinating Old Town with its mixture of architecture, museums, and the Central Market for a well-earned stop in a café. If you’re staying a bit longer, you can head out to the surrounding countryside with its castles, caves and national parks.

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  5. Berlin

    Berlin

    Amble round the beguiling German capital and discover cutting-edge galleries, museums and nightspots. Be sure to take a good Berlin street plan and guidebook to help you find where it's all at.

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  6. Copenhagen

    Copenhagen

    Wander round the Danish capital's compact centre, spot the famous Little Mermaid, and dip in and out of the waterfront cafes. Late March to early April sees the NatFilm Festival taking place throughout Copenhagen’s many cinemas. The festival shows films from around the world, plus the Danish answer to the Oscars – the Bodils.Copenhagen - we've been there.

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  7. London

    London

     London bursts into life in the spring, with daffodils brightening up the city's many parks, and exciting exhibitions and events opening up in the variety of galleries, museums and venues. Be sure to stop off at Stanfords’ impressive shop in Covent Garden while you're in town.

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  8. Syria

    Syria

    March is one of the best months of the year to visit Syria as the weather is mild and the wildflowers are in bloom. So head for the hills for some trekking, admire archaeological sites, and be amazed by the souks and historic buildings in Damascus and Aleppo.

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  9. St. Lucia

    St. Lucia

    Escape to the sun-drenched Caribbean island of St Lucia and you’ll find more than just picture-postcard beaches and stunning snorkelling. Climb the island’s iconic Pitons – the green peaks that soar spectacularly out of the sea, explore the rainforest interior and discover remnants of a turbulent history. Average temperatures for St Lucia in March are an amiable 26˚C (78-80˚F).

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  10. New York City

    New York City

    New York, New York…see the city in the spring for cool strolling weather and to avoid the high-season crowds. And don’t miss the St Patrick's Day Parade – one of New York City's oldest and largest parades and celebrated enthusiastically by everyone. Peruse our guidebooks to the city and find the best spot to watch the parade from!

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