The 15 best places to travel in June 2025

Average June temp: 22C/71F

There’s no denying it: summer 2024 was the year of the Marseille holiday, especially for travellers from the UK. Hopefully, things will have quietened down a bit this year - but your best bet is going in June, before the summer holidays fully take hold and the weather is perfect for gallery hopping, sunbathing and just mild enough to tuck into bowl after bowl of steaming bouillabaisse without getting into a heavy sweat. Oh, and Time Out Marseille has you covered for an itinerary: here are the best things to do, the best restaurants and the best beaches in the city.

Why go now? June kicks off the start of the summer series at Ciné Plein-Air Marseille, an open-air cinema that pops up in parks and squares in the warm months – and it’s completely free. 

Average temperature: 17C/62F

Berlin is a great city to visit year-round, but there’s something about the energy of the summer months that make it feel extra special (also, the winters here are very, very cold). You can spend hours lazing in the park, people-watching to your heart’s content, browse pop-up flea markets for vintage clothes, trinkets and records, and not have to worry about goosebumps in your clubbing outfit while waiting in door queues.

Why go now? The annual Fête de la Musique, a free, open-air music festival with around 200 stages, various food festivals and many other cultural events. 

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Average June temp: 22C/72F

With beaches to match Greece, music festivals to match Glastonbury, prices to match, er, a happy wallet, and all without heaving crowds, Albania is gaining speed as the alternative beach hol destination, and for good reason. This year’s probably the final year to go before the masses get wind of this relatively untouched country with a fascinating history. Albania might still not be the most easily accessible place to visit, with only one major international airport in capital Tirana, but this offers an opportunity to travel along the coast or drive through the mountains and soak in its unspoilt and ruggedly beautiful landscape.

Why go now? Kala Festival is one of the best festivals in Europe, right on the beach on the Albanian Riviera, taking place June 4-11 2025. 

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Average June temp: 30C/86F

June is one of the wettest months of Sri Lanka’s southwest monsoon season (April to September) but on the east coast, it is a different story. In Arugam Bay, blazing sunshine and consistent waves mean this month is made for surfing… or lazing in a hammock with a smoothie, if that’s more your style. Nearby Kumana National Park sees far fewer visitors than its southern sister Yala, meaning you can spot leopards, elephants and crocodiles without an entourage of jostling jeeps.

Why go now? Poson Poya is an annual island-wide Buddhist festival, commemorating the the arrival of Buddhism to Sri Lanka. Expect lanterns, feast, teachings and more. 

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Average June temp: 24C/75F

June is technically Fiji’s winter, but temperatures still hover in the mid-twenties (mid-seventies Fahrenheit), and this ‘cool’ weather makes for seriously epic sunsets. The archipelago’s turquoise waters are particularly clear at this time of year, ideal for snorkelling and diving. Viti Levu’s outer islands are a top choice for experienced divers looking for a liveaboard trip, while the Mamanucas boast calm seas and beautiful coral reefs. Resorts are getting busier, but you’re still likely to find a better deal than you would in July or August.

Why go now? This is the start of dry season, so you can get out and explore without getting rained inside. 

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Average June temp: 19C/66F

Whether you come for a grunge pilgrimage, that gum wall or the incredible great outdoors, Seattle’s distinct identity draws crowds from far and wide. The city’s fun-loving side is usually on full display in June as the artsy Fremont Solstice Parade stops traffic with a naked bike ride, and Seattle Pride paints the streets all colours of the rainbow. Other highlights include orca spotting in Puget Sound or sniffing out the costly-but-coveted Copper River salmon at Pike Place Market (only available from May until mid-June).

Why go now? Riverdance’s 30th anniversary is coming to Seattle for 2025, May 30-June 1 at the Paramount THeatre. 

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Average June temp: 28C/82F

It’s technically the rainy season on Malaysia’s west coast in June, but showers on Langkawi are short-lived, and sunshine often prevails. The main benefits of coming here in the shoulder season? Deserted attractions and bargain hotel stays. Popular Pantai Cenang beach is much quieter in June, while pretty Tanjung Rhu (which is far from the tourist hubs) can be practically empty. Take the cable car to the Skybridge on a blue-sky day for unforgettable jungle views.

Average June temp: 24C/75F

In the past, the cramped Old Town streets of Prague in summer have tended to provoke whispers of ‘overtourism.’ But the city is trying hard to reinvent itself – fewer pub crawls and horse-drawn carts, more culture and food – and if you venture away from the main hubs, you’ll find there’s plenty to see beyond Charles Bridge and the (tourist-proofed) Lennon Wall (although they’re still worth an early morning gander). June is not yet the apex of tourist season, but benefits from beautiful weather and (in regular years) a slew of delectable festivals, including the largest ice cream fest in Central Europe and a microbrewery bonanza.

Why go now? Metronome Festival will take place on the weekend of June 19 2025, featuring Rag'n'Bone Man, Die Antwoord and more. 

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Average June temp: 10C/50F

Zambia’s dry and bright conditions in June are ideal for wildlife spotting in the 3500 square-mile South Luangwa National Park, and one big bonus; mosquito numbers dwindle as the landscape dries out. Walking safaris were first pioneered right here, allowing you to get up close to the region’s flora, identify the dusty prints of baboons, hyenas, or even leopards and see just how gargantuan African elephants really are. If that’s not enough of an adrenaline hit, make a beeline for Victoria Falls, where you can bungee jump over the Zambezi.

Why go now? Zambia can be pretty wet, but June is when it starts to clear up. The best part? The animals come out of hiding too! Expect to see rhinos, giraffes, hippos, elephants and more. 

Average June temp: 22C/72F

Truth be told, you aren’t going to be able to avoid the crowds in Dalmatia during the summer. Heck, you can barely avoid them during the spring. If you want to visit the Croatian coast in quieter times, pack that windbreaker and head here in winter. Still, Zadar and June are a gorgeous combination, and what is sneakily the most exciting town in Dalmatia puts on its best face and puckers up for the visitors. The Salutation to the Sun is one of the region’s great attractions, accentuated by a gorgeous setting sun and a crisp Brlog craft beer. 

Why go now? Nin’s Sun and Light Festival on June 21 will put on a series of art exhibitions, lectures, creative workshops and more.