Kyoto, Japan
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto
Riverside hotel on the Kamogawa with views toward the Higashiyama hills.
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March brings the first cherry blossoms, St. Patrick's Day, spring skiing at its sunniest and the last weeks of dry season across Mexico and the Caribbean.
Why March
Cherry blossoms usually open in late March and peak around early April. It's Kyoto's busiest period, so book early.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~59°F (15°C); cool
- Crowds · season
- High · Peak
- Price level
- $$$$
Riverside hotel on the Kamogawa with views toward the Higashiyama hills.
Explore Kyoto →Why March
The Tidal Basin cherry blossoms typically peak in late March or early April during the National Cherry Blossom Festival.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~57°F (14°C); mild
- Crowds · season
- High · Peak
- Price level
- $$$
Intimate Beaux-Arts hotel a few blocks from the White House.
Explore Washington, D.C. →Why March
St. Patrick's Festival (around March 17) brings the parade and several days of music and events.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~50°F (10°C); showers
- Crowds · season
- High · Peak
- Price level
- $$$
Four restored Georgian townhouses across from Government Buildings.
Explore Dublin →Why March
The dry season is at its warmest before May rains, and jacaranda trees usually turn the city purple in March.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~77°F (25°C); dry
- Crowds · season
- Moderate · Shoulder
- Price level
- $$$
Hacienda-style hotel with a courtyard garden on Paseo de la Reforma.
Explore Mexico City →Why March
Azaleas and wisteria bloom, temperatures are mild, and the Charleston Wine + Food festival is usually held in early March.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~69°F (21°C); mild
- Crowds · season
- Moderate · Peak
- Price level
- $$$
Grand hotel overlooking Marion Square with a rooftop pool.
Explore Charleston →Why March
Spring arrives early in Lisbon, with sunny, mild days and far fewer crowds than summer.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~66°F (19°C); some showers
- Crowds · season
- Moderate · Shoulder
- Price level
- $$$
Mid-century landmark overlooking Eduardo VII Park, with a rooftop running track.
Explore Lisbon →Why March
Dry season continues and humpback whales are usually still in Banderas Bay through March.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~81°F (27°C); dry
- Crowds · season
- High · Peak
- Price level
- $$$$
Hillside casitas on a private peninsula with a Jack Nicklaus golf course.
Explore Punta Mita →Why March
Spring temperatures are ideal for slot canyon hikes and nearby national parks before summer heat.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~64°F (18°C); dry
- Crowds · season
- Moderate · Shoulder
- Price level
- $$$$
A four-star stay in Springdale, a strong base for Southern Utah.
Hotels in Utah →Why March
Spring brings comfortable hiking temperatures for the Monastery trail and nearby Wadi Rum before summer heat.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~64°F (18°C); dry
- Crowds · season
- Moderate · Peak
- Price level
- $$$
Steps from the Petra visitor center entrance, with a rooftop garden.
Hotels in Wadi Musa →Why March
The grape harvest is under way and the Fiesta Nacional de la Vendimia is usually held in early March.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~82°F (28°C); dry
- Crowds · season
- Moderate · Peak
- Price level
- $$$
A four-star stay in Luján de Cuyo, a strong base for Mendoza.
Explore Mendoza →Why March
March is typically one of Colorado's snowiest months, with longer, sunnier days for spring skiing.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~40°F (4°C); mix of sun and snow
- Crowds · season
- High · Peak
- Price level
- $$$$
Vail Village resort with ski concierge and a heated outdoor pool.
Hotels in Vail →Why March
Azaleas peak in the historic squares, and Savannah hosts one of the largest St. Patrick's Day celebrations in the US.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~72°F (22°C); mild
- Crowds · season
- High · Peak
- Price level
- $$$
Design-forward hotel in the historic district with a rooftop bar.
Explore Savannah →Why March
Spring temperatures are ideal for red-rock hiking and jeep tours before summer heat.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~65°F (18°C); dry
- Crowds · season
- High · Peak
- Price level
- $$$
Creekside cottages along Oak Creek with red-rock views.
Explore Sedona →Why March
Late dry season brings calm water and excellent visibility for Stingray City and wall diving.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~84°F (29°C); dry
- Crowds · season
- High · Peak
- Price level
- $$$$
Seven Mile Beach resort with a Greg Norman golf course.
Hotels in Seven Mile Beach →Why March
The Cape Winelands harvest season usually runs February–March, with warm, dry late-summer days.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~81°F (27°C); dry
- Crowds · season
- Moderate · Shoulder
- Price level
- $$$
Lavish boutique hotel on a vineyard estate surrounded by mountains.
Hotels in Franschhoek →Why March
Spring is comfortable for the Giza pyramids and the city's museums before temperatures climb in April and May.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~75°F (24°C); dry, occasional dusty winds
- Crowds · season
- Moderate · Shoulder
- Price level
- $$$
Nile-view tower hotel in Garden City.
Explore Cairo →Why March
Dry-season sunshine suits hiking the Pitons and snorkeling off Anse Chastanet.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~84°F (29°C); dry
- Crowds · season
- Moderate · Peak
- Price level
- $$$$
Open-walled sanctuaries with infinity pools facing the Pitons.
Explore St. Lucia →Why March
Whales are still passing through, and spring brings drier, sunny days to Waikiki.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~80°F (27°C); passing showers
- Crowds · season
- High · Shoulder
- Price level
- $$$$
Classic Waikiki beachfront hotel with Diamond Head views.
Hotels in Honolulu →Why March
MLB spring training (the Cactus League) usually runs late February through March, with warm, sunny days.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~76°F (24°C); dry
- Crowds · season
- High · Peak
- Price level
- $$$
A five-star stay in Scottsdale, a strong base for Scottsdale.
Explore Scottsdale →Why March
Dry season (roughly February–May) brings calm seas for diving the Belize Barrier Reef and the Great Blue Hole.
- Typical weather
- Highs ~83°F (28°C); dry
- Crowds · season
- Moderate · Peak
- Price level
- $$$$
A five-star stay in San Pedro, a strong base for Belize.
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