The weather hasn't quite peaked in Perth yet and the wildflowers are still blooming, making Western Australia a choice pick of the mix.
Catch the latest flicks at the Rooftop Movies in Northbridge. Be entertained by live musicians, comedy acts and acrobatics at Cockburn Live and be amazed at the athletic abilities of the competitors of the Swan Valley Highland Games.
November weather: 21–28°C, spring
Top November events: Melbourne Cup festivities (7 November), Cockburn Live Fringe Festival (5 – 13 November 2023), and Rooftop Movies (from 4 November).
The Top End is the place to be if you're looking for adventure. From Darwin to Uluru, there's always something to see and do. You might enjoy exploring the national parks, getting up close with crocs, seeing the landscape from camelback or taking a helicopter ride full of sweeping red views. The list is endless.
November weather: 25–34°C, spring
Top November events: Darwin Symphony Orchestra Shows (25 November), Northern Territory Caladium Festival (18-19 November).
4. Best for beaches: Hamilton Island and the Whitsundays
A trip to the Whitsundays is always a great idea, especially for romantic beach getaways. November is a quieter season as school isn't on break yet. You can expect more beach space to work on your tan, relax and listen to the rolling of the waves.
November weather: 22–28°C, spring
Top November events: Hamilton Island Triathlon (25 November), and Hamilton Island Ocean Swim (26 November)
5. Best surprise destination: Hobart and Port Arthur
Summer and Tassie make an almost perfect pair. But to avoid the busy season (AKA Christmas), pop by the island in November. Get in the car and drive east from Hobart to the historic site of Port Arthur and while you're there, take on any number of hiking trails in the nearby Tasman National Park.
November weather: 10-19°C, spring
Top November events: Effervescence Tasmania (10 – 12 November), Bicheno Food and Wine Festival (18 November) and Festival of Roses (3 November)
3 best places overseas destinations to visit in November
Have you been saving up for a big trip? Keep travel to these overseas destinations in mind. They're open with no quarantine requirements for fully vaccinated Australians.
1. Best for food lovers: Singapore
Singapore's hawker markets are a draw for food lovers around the globe. Visit Little India or Chinatown (or both) to taste traditional and modern cuisine and embrace the cultures. You'll want to explore Singapore's iconic attractions to work up an appetite.
November weather: 22–32°C, wet
Top November events: Singapore Writers Festival (17 – 26 November), Kalaa Utsavam Indian Festival of Arts (17 – 26 November)
Spot the rich and famous out and about or take a trip to see the studios where the magic happens. The City of Angels is one of those places where there is an endless list of things to do and see, from Disneyland to hanging out on the beach in Malibu.
November weather: 12–23°C, autumn
Top November events: Vulture Festival (11 – 12 November), LA Zoo Lights (from 18 November onwards), Enchanted: Forest of Light (19-29 November), and Lightscape (17 November – 2 January)
Santorini, Greece. While it might not be the warmest time of the year, Santorini is undoubtedly one of the last islands that's still pleasant for a visit. November is ideal for exploring its sights, views, wineries and food.
Rome, Italy. You've got the Feast of Saint Cecilia and All Saints Day in November to experience Italian culture. Music lovers will also enjoy the Roma Jazz Festival and the start of the opera season.
Seoul, South Korea. The weather is mild, autumn flavours are rich and exciting and you've got your pick of some of the biggest festivals of the year in November. Catch the end of the cosmos bloom, challenge your fortune and try the infamous fugu and marvel at all the colours at the Seoul Lantern Festival.
Myanmar. November marks the end of the monsoon season. You can explore the country with a backdrop of lush green foliage and cascading waterfalls. Make sure to visit during one of the hot air balloon festivals held throughout the month.
Luang Prabang, Laos. It's the start of the dry season with pleasant average temperatures but the tourists have yet to descend. You'll get to enjoy this beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site at an ideal time.
Arizona. Mild temperatures, fewer crowds and heaps of activities make the Grand Canyon state a delight to visit in November. Head to Tucson for the All Souls Procession Weekend, to Scottsdale for 10 days of fun at Canal Convergence or take in the views of the Grand Canyon with space to breathe.
Hawaii. With the exception of Thanksgiving week, November is the quietest month to visit the islands. Prices also take a huge plunge so if you're okay with the chance of occasional showers, this could be a great bargain getaway.
Virginia. Don't let the season pass by without catching a final glimpse of the fall foliage. Central and Eastern Virginia make it last until at least mid-November and a road trip on the Blue Ridge Parkway offers some of the best views.
Tokyo. November in Japan is all about seeing the autumn leaves and Tokyo has more than its fair share of tranquil viewing opportunities. Head to a zen garden, have a picnic in Yoyogi Park and make sure to stop in at the Jingu Gaien Ginkgo Festival.
Izumo. Home to Izumo Grand Shrine, Japan's oldest Shinto shrine, Izumo hosts the Kamiari Festival when all of Japan's deities assemble at the shrine once a year.
Iya Valley. If you'd like to get off the beaten track, this autumn beauty is tucked away among untamed rugged rocky gorges. The valley crevasses are adorned with brilliant reds, oranges and gold, making it worth the journey.
Chiang Mai. The rainy season is over and the weather is perfect to get outdoors for an adventure in November. Time it right and you'll get to experience all the excitement and decorations leading up to one of Thailand's biggest festivals, Loy Krathong.
Kanchanaburi. Best known for the Death Railway built during World War II, Kanchanaburi is more than just a destination for history buffs. Spend some more time exploring its waterfalls, ruins, caves, jungles, temples and lakes.
Koh Chang. If you're looking for some beach time, it's tough to look past Koh Chang. It offers a slew of beautiful and relatively uncrowded beaches along with enough activities to fill your time off the beach towel.
Edinburgh. Autumn foliage can still be found at the start of the month. The calendar is filled with events such as Edinburgh's Christmas and St Andrew's Day.
Oban. The Oban Winter Festival is one of the highlights of the season. Events include the Distillery Market, Haggis Festival and the Grand Ceilidh with Oban Pipe Band.
Cairngorms National Park. Witness one of nature's most spectacular phenomena when Scotland's largest land mammal, the red deer, ruts in a noisy clash of antlers and roars that can be heard from long distances.
Montréal. If you're looking for festivals, this is the place to be. You've got Montréal's Restaurant Week at the start of the month, multiple film festivals throughout and the unofficial start of the Christmas season with the lighting of the Place Ville-Marie Christmas tree.
Churchill. Wildlife lovers looking for the best chance to observe polar bears in the wild should make a beeline for Manitoba when the bears move from their summer habitat on the tundra back to seal-hunting territory.
Whistler. Foodies converge on Whistler every year when the food and drink festival Cornucopia takes place. Stick around for early December and see the Whistler Film Festival while opening day diehards wait for ski season to begin.
Available on select stay dates when booking through the Agoda app. Destinations include Australia, Thailand, the Philippines, Japan, New Zealand and more. First-time users only. T&Cs apply.
Available on activities like hot air balloon flights, skydiving, lunch cruises, passes to attractions including Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park, SkyPoint Observation Deck, SEA LIFE Aquarium, Madam Tussauds and more. Minimum spend of $300 is required. T&Cs apply.
Available on select dates on destinations including Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Melbourne, Perth and Hobart. Minimum spend of $300 required. Activities include hot air balloon flights, skydives and high teas. T&Cs apply.
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New Year's Eve Cruise in Sydney Harbour with buffet and bar from $950
Enjoy your New Year's Eve at Cruise in Sydney Harbour with a buffet and bar from $950 at RedBalloon. It includes a six-hour cruise on Sydney Harbour, a delicious five-course buffet dinner with seafood, a premium open bar including spirits, and more. T&Cs apply.
Available on select travel dates across Brisbane, Perth, Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast and more. Activities include day tours, zoo and animal interactions, tandem skydives, hot air balloon flights and jet boat rides.
Available on activities including skydives, whale watching cruises, day tours and getaways. Must purchase 2 or more vouchers. Destinations include Gold Coast, Cairns, Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. T&Cs apply.
Available on selected accommodations in Cairns, Port Douglas, Gold Coast, Whitsundays, Darwin, Melbourne, Sydney, Queenstown, Adelaide and Dubbo. Limited time offer. T&Cs, exclusions apply.
As low as $1/day on relocation campervans from Cairns
Save on your Cairns relocation campervan rental when you book at JUCY for as low as $1 per day. Destinations include Brisbane and Sydney through JUCY Crib+. T&Cs apply.
Available on select dates when you spend a minimum of $300. Activities include winery tours, getaways, high teas, spas, sightseeing cruises and helicopter flights. T&Cs apply.
Available on select stay dates in Adelaide, Sydney, Gold Coast, Brisbane, Melbourne and more. Sample stay is for a studio apartment in Mornington Peninsula. T&Cs apply.
International flights from $545 on Virgin Australia
Sample fare departs from Melbourne to Queenstown. Destination includes Apia (Samoa), Denpasar (Bali), Tokyo (Haneda), Nadi (Fiji) and Port Vila (Vanuatu). T&Cs apply.
Available on select travel dates until 2025, including Easter and school holidays. Activities include whale- and dolphin-watching and lunch and sunset cruises in Sydney, Cairns, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Perth and Melbourne. T&Cs apply.
Stephanie Yip was the travel editor at Finder and has been writing about travel and lifestyle for over a decade. She has written for a range of travel publications including Thomas Cook Magazine and Showpo. Stephanie has a Bachelor of Communications from the University of Technology Sydney, Australia, and has visited over 50 countries (and counting). She has a passion for sharing her experiences and knowledge of travel and helping consumers stretch their travel cash while on holiday. See full bio
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