The 14 Best Places to Visit in June to Escape the Crowds

Many people wait until July or August to go on their summer vacation, making June an excellent time to travel if you’re in search of affordable flights, great deals on hotels, and major attractions that aren’t yet overcrowded.

If you’ve been dreaming about an African safari, you’re in luck. June is a fantastic time to hit Africa’s national parks in search of the Big Five.

With so many great places to visit in June, it can be tricky to settle on just one. To make things easier for you, we’ve put together a list of the 14 best places to visit in June.

Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

Head to Serengeti National Park in June for the chance to see the largest animal migration in the world.

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Glacier National Park, Montana

At this time of year, temperatures rarely go higher than the low 70s, creating the ideal conditions for hiking the Highline Trail or the Iceberg Lake Trail without the risk of overheating.

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Mackinac Island, Michigan

Mackinac Island is a well-known summer vacation spot among Midwesterners. But many go too late in the season to enjoy the Lilac Festival. Plan your visit for the first two weeks of June, and you’ll get to join in with the sweet-smelling event without jostling for space.

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Prince Edward Island, Canada

For the best of both worlds, choose to visit Prince Edward Island in June. At this time of year, the weather is warm and dry, but the crowds have yet to appear.

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Bergen, Norway

If Europe’s calling your name, Bergen, Norway, is one of the best places to visit in June. Throughout the end of May and beginning of June each year, the city comes to life with the Bergen International Festival.

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