Where to go on holiday in March
314 of our destinations have good weather in March, and 141 of them are at their very best. For sun without a long flight, Cairo in Egypt is about 25°C, around 5 hours from London. On a budget? Hoi An costs about £35 a day.
Top picks for March
- Best month
Singapore
Singapore
Modern city-state with world-class attractions.
- 🌧️ March: about 30°C, very wet
- 💷 About £180 a day
- ✈️ About 14h from London
- Best month
Malé
Maldives
Tropical paradise with crystal-clear waters.
- ☀️ March: about 28°C, some rain
- 💷 About £305 a day
- ✈️ About 11h from London
- Best month
Petra
Jordan
Ancient rock‑cut city and desert landscapes.
- ⛅ March: about 18°C, dry
- 💷 About £120 a day
- ✈️ About 5h from London
- Best month
Marrakech
Morocco
Markets, palaces, desert trips, and warm weather.
- ⛅ March: about 22°C, some rain
- 💷 About £60 a day
- ✈️ About 3h from London
- Best month
Punta Cana
Dominican Republic
White-sand beaches and all-inclusive resorts.
- ☀️ March: about 28°C, some rain
- 💷 About £105 a day
- ✈️ About 9h from London
- Best month
Las Vegas
United States
Entertainment capital with casinos and shows.
- ⛅ March: about 22°C, dry
- 💷 About £195 a day
- ✈️ About 11h from London
- Best month
Tokyo
Japan
A futuristic megacity blending neon districts, traditional temples, and world‑class food.
- 🌦️ March: about 13°C, rainy
- 💷 About £125 a day
- ✈️ About 13h from London
- Best month
Kyoto
Japan
Historic temples, bamboo forests, and traditional Japanese culture.
- 🌦️ March: about 11°C, rainy
- 💷 About £105 a day
- ✈️ About 12h from London
- Best month
Orlando
United States
Theme parks, water parks and year-round Florida sunshine.
- ☀️ March: about 26°C, some rain
- 💷 About £185 a day
- ✈️ About 9h from London
- Best month
Hoi An
Vietnam
Lantern-lit old town, tailors and nearby beaches.
- ☀️ March: about 27°C, some rain
- 💷 About £35 a day
- ✈️ About 13h from London
- Best month
Ha Long Bay
Vietnam
Thousands of limestone islands best explored on an overnight cruise.
- ☀️ March: about 25°C, some rain
- 💷 About £40 a day
- ✈️ About 12h from London
- Best month
Hanoi
Vietnam
Historic old quarter and street food culture.
- ☀️ March: about 27°C, some rain
- 💷 About £40 a day
- ✈️ About 12h from London
✈️ Short-haul: under 5 hours from the UK
- Best month
Marrakech
Morocco
Markets, palaces, desert trips, and warm weather.
- ⛅ March: about 22°C, some rain
- 💷 About £60 a day
- ✈️ About 3h from London
- Best month
Jerusalem
Israel
Historic religious sites and ancient architecture.
- ⛅ March: about 20°C, some rain
- 💷 About £185 a day
- ✈️ About 5h from London
- Best month
Fes
Morocco
Medieval medina, markets, and traditional Moroccan culture.
- 🌦️ March: about 20°C, rainy
- 💷 About £50 a day
- ✈️ About 3h from London
- Best month
Tenerife
Spain
Volcanic landscapes, beaches, and year‑round warm weather.
- ⛅ March: about 19°C, dry
- 💷 About £105 a day
- ✈️ About 4h from London
- Best month
Lanzarote
Spain
Unique volcanic scenery, black‑sand beaches, and warm island climate.
- ⛅ March: about 19°C, dry
- 💷 About £105 a day
- ✈️ About 4h from London
Cairo
Egypt
Pyramids, museums, and bustling city life.
- ☀️ March: about 25°C, dry
- 💷 About £50 a day
- ✈️ About 5h from London
Lisbon
Portugal
A sunny capital with historic neighbourhoods, ocean views, and vibrant food culture.
- ⛅ March: about 17°C, some rain
- 💷 About £105 a day
- ✈️ About 3h from London
Valencia
Spain
A sunny coastal city known for futuristic architecture, beaches, and paella.
- ⛅ March: about 17°C, some rain
- 💷 About £115 a day
- ✈️ About 2h from London
🏖️ Beach holidays in March
- Best month
Malé
Maldives
Tropical paradise with crystal-clear waters.
- ☀️ March: about 28°C, some rain
- 💷 About £305 a day
- ✈️ About 11h from London
- Best month
Punta Cana
Dominican Republic
White-sand beaches and all-inclusive resorts.
- ☀️ March: about 28°C, some rain
- 💷 About £105 a day
- ✈️ About 9h from London
- Best month
Da Nang
Vietnam
Beaches, mountains, and modern city vibes.
- ☀️ March: about 27°C, some rain
- 💷 About £40 a day
- ✈️ About 13h from London
- Best month
Cartagena
Colombia
Caribbean beaches and colorful colonial old town.
- ☀️ March: about 33°C, dry
- 💷 About £55 a day
- ✈️ About 11h from London
- Best month
Varadero
Cuba
Long sandy beaches and resort hotels.
- ☀️ March: about 29°C, dry
- 💷 About £70 a day
- ✈️ About 10h from London
- Best month
Oranjestad
Aruba
White-sand beaches and Dutch-Caribbean charm.
- ☀️ March: about 28°C, dry
- 💷 About £200 a day
- ✈️ About 10h from London
- Best month
Bocas del Toro
Panama
Island beaches, snorkeling, and backpacker vibes.
- ☀️ March: about 28°C, some rain
- 💷 About £75 a day
- ✈️ About 11h from London
- Best month
Sharm El Sheikh
Egypt
Red Sea beaches, diving, and warm weather.
- ☀️ March: about 26°C, dry
- 💷 About £60 a day
- ✈️ About 5h from London
🏙️ City breaks in March
- Best month
Singapore
Singapore
Modern city-state with world-class attractions.
- 🌧️ March: about 30°C, very wet
- 💷 About £180 a day
- ✈️ About 14h from London
- Best month
Las Vegas
United States
Entertainment capital with casinos and shows.
- ⛅ March: about 22°C, dry
- 💷 About £195 a day
- ✈️ About 11h from London
- Best month
Tokyo
Japan
A futuristic megacity blending neon districts, traditional temples, and world‑class food.
- 🌦️ March: about 13°C, rainy
- 💷 About £125 a day
- ✈️ About 13h from London
- Best month
Orlando
United States
Theme parks, water parks and year-round Florida sunshine.
- ☀️ March: about 26°C, some rain
- 💷 About £185 a day
- ✈️ About 9h from London
- Best month
Hanoi
Vietnam
Historic old quarter and street food culture.
- ☀️ March: about 27°C, some rain
- 💷 About £40 a day
- ✈️ About 12h from London
- Best month
Sapporo
Japan
Winter city famous for snow festivals, skiing, and northern Japanese cuisine.
- ❄️ March: about 0°C, some rain
- 💷 About £110 a day
- ✈️ About 12h from London
- Best month
Taipei
Taiwan
Night markets, temples, and friendly culture.
- 🌦️ March: about 21°C, rainy
- 💷 About £75 a day
- ✈️ About 13h from London
- Best month
Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
Skyscrapers, food, and multicultural energy.
- 🌧️ March: about 30°C, very wet
- 💷 About £55 a day
- ✈️ About 14h from London
🏛️ Culture and history in March
- Best month
Petra
Jordan
Ancient rock‑cut city and desert landscapes.
- ⛅ March: about 18°C, dry
- 💷 About £120 a day
- ✈️ About 5h from London
- Best month
Marrakech
Morocco
Markets, palaces, desert trips, and warm weather.
- ⛅ March: about 22°C, some rain
- 💷 About £60 a day
- ✈️ About 3h from London
- Best month
Kyoto
Japan
Historic temples, bamboo forests, and traditional Japanese culture.
- 🌦️ March: about 11°C, rainy
- 💷 About £105 a day
- ✈️ About 12h from London
- Best month
Hoi An
Vietnam
Lantern-lit old town, tailors and nearby beaches.
- ☀️ March: about 27°C, some rain
- 💷 About £35 a day
- ✈️ About 13h from London
- Best month
Hiroshima
Japan
A modern city with deep history, peaceful memorials, and island scenery nearby.
- 🌦️ March: about 11°C, rainy
- 💷 About £100 a day
- ✈️ About 12h from London
- Best month
Penang
Malaysia
Street food paradise with colonial charm.
- 🌦️ March: about 30°C, rainy
- 💷 About £50 a day
- ✈️ About 13h from London
- Best month
Kandy
Sri Lanka
Hill country temples, lakes, and cooler weather.
- 🌦️ March: about 31°C, rainy
- 💷 About £55 a day
- ✈️ About 11h from London
- Best month
Jerusalem
Israel
Historic religious sites and ancient architecture.
- ⛅ March: about 20°C, some rain
- 💷 About £185 a day
- ✈️ About 5h from London
🏔️ Mountains and nature in March
- Best month
Ha Long Bay
Vietnam
Thousands of limestone islands best explored on an overnight cruise.
- ☀️ March: about 25°C, some rain
- 💷 About £40 a day
- ✈️ About 12h from London
- Best month
Pokhara
Nepal
Lakes, mountains, and trekking routes.
- ☀️ March: about 25°C, some rain
- 💷 About £40 a day
- ✈️ About 10h from London
- Best month
Mendoza
Argentina
Wine country with Andes mountain views.
- ☀️ March: about 28°C, some rain
- 💷 About £65 a day
- ✈️ About 15h from London
- Best month
Castries
Saint Lucia
Rainforest, beaches, and volcanic peaks.
- ☀️ March: about 27°C, some rain
- 💷 About £185 a day
- ✈️ About 9h from London
- Best month
Soufrière
Saint Lucia
Pitons mountains, hot springs, and luxury resorts.
- ☀️ March: about 27°C, some rain
- 💷 About £205 a day
- ✈️ About 9h from London
- Best month
La Fortuna
Costa Rica
Arenal volcano, hot springs, and rainforest adventures.
- ☀️ March: about 29°C, some rain
- 💷 About £110 a day
- ✈️ About 11h from London
- Best month
Monteverde
Costa Rica
Cloud forests, wildlife, and eco‑tourism.
- ☀️ March: about 32°C, dry
- 💷 About £110 a day
- ✈️ About 11h from London
- Best month
Ella
Sri Lanka
Tea plantations, mountain views, and hiking.
- 🌦️ March: about 29°C, rainy
- 💷 About £50 a day
- ✈️ About 12h from London
How we choose
"Best month" places are at their best in March. The others have pleasant weather then: typically 17–32°C by day and not too wet, based on long-term NASA climate averages. Costs are a typical mid-range day per person, and flight times are from London. Always check the latest travel advice before you book.