Where to go in May?

May is often the best month for southern Europe: long days, the sea warming up and the summer crowds not yet arrived.

  1. Lisbon

    Portugal

    Sunshine, terraces and viewpoints before the high season.

    Discover Lisbon

  2. Barcelona

    Spain

    Fine weather for Gaudí and the first swims, with fewer crowds than in July.

    Discover Barcelona

  3. Athens

    Greece

    Ideal for the ancient sites and for heading off to the islands.

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  4. Dubrovnik

    Croatia

    The city walls and the old town before the summer rush.

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  5. Florence

    Italy

    Mild weather for the museums, gardens and Tuscan hills.

    Discover Florence

  6. Bruges

    Belgium

    Flower-lined canals and long evenings, before the summer holidays.

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  7. Berlin

    Germany

    The parks, terraces and banks of the Spree come back to life.

    Discover Berlin

  8. Beirut

    Lebanon

    Mild spring weather for the Corniche, Byblos and the still-green mountains.

    Discover Beirut

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Frequently asked questions

Where to go in May?

Our ideas for May: Lisbon, Barcelona, Athens, Dubrovnik, Florence, Bruges, Berlin, Beirut. Each destination is detailed above with the reason to go that month.

Does this advice apply every year?

These are general trends (seasons, major festivals). The weather varies from year to year and festival dates change: check them before booking.