Where to go in November
10 destinations at their peak in November, plus 11 more that are still a good choice.
At their best in November
Tokyo
Japan · best Mar–May, Oct–NovNeon, temples and the most precise bowl of noodles you will ever eat.
Kyoto
Japan · best Mar–Apr, Oct–NovSeventeen World Heritage sites and a thousand quiet gardens.
Bangkok
Thailand · best Nov–FebGolden temples, river ferries and the greatest street food city in the world.
Dubai
United Arab Emirates · best Nov–MarDesert dunes, record-breaking towers and a creek full of old trade.
Jaipur
India · best Oct–MarThe Pink City: forts, palaces and bazaars in Rajasthan's royal capital.
Mexico City
Mexico · best Oct–AprAztec ruins, leafy colonias and tacos at every hour.
Buenos Aires
Argentina · best Mar–May, Sep–NovTango, steak and grand cafés that stay open until dawn.
Cape Town
South Africa · best Oct–MarTable Mountain, two oceans and the winelands next door.
Marrakech
Morocco · best Mar–May, Oct–NovSouks, riads and the Atlas Mountains on the horizon.
Sydney
Australia · best Feb–Apr, Sep–NovThe world's best harbour and a beach for every mood.
Also good in November
Paris, London, Rome, Barcelona, Lisbon, Istanbul, Reykjavík, Singapore, New York City, Cusco and Machu Picchu, Rio de Janeiro.
Festivals and events in November
Christmas lightsParis
Illuminated avenues, markets and department store windows. Paris guide
Bonfire NightLondon
Fireworks displays across the city. London guide
Iceland AirwavesReykjavík
A celebrated new-music festival. Reykjavík guide
Loy KrathongBangkok
Floating offerings on the river. Bangkok guide
DeepavaliSingapore
Little India glows with lights. Singapore guide
DiwaliJaipur
The bazaars glow with lights. Jaipur guide
New York City MarathonNew York City
Runners pass through all five boroughs. New York City guide
Macy's Thanksgiving Day ParadeNew York City
Giant balloons down Central Park West and Sixth Avenue. New York City guide
Día de MuertosMexico City
Altars, marigolds and a grand parade. Mexico City guide
La Noche de los MuseosBuenos Aires
Museums open free late into the night. Buenos Aires guide
Whale seasonCape Town
Southern right whales along the coast, especially at Hermanus. Cape Town guide
Marrakech International Film FestivalMarrakech
Stars and screenings, including free shows in Jemaa el-Fnaa. Marrakech guide