Looking for the 11 best places to visit in the USA in November? We have rounded up several tourist spots in the country to see which of them would make the cut.
November in the USA marks the start of their best climate in most parts of the country. It is also time for Thanksgiving, as well as the time when kids are back in school and adults are back to work. Known as a lean season, hotels and other accommodations follow suit and have lower rates these days.
September is also a great time to travel around the USA, as it is also among the months included in the lean season, when hotel rates are at their lowest. We have also compiled the 11 Best Places to Visit in the USA in September.
Which places in the USA made it to the list of the 11 best places to visit in the USA in November? First, we found most often recommended places to visit in the fall, and then used their average November weather and the festivals that take place in their areas to determine which of them takes the top spot. Let’s check them out!
11. Plymouth, Massachusetts
Average November weather: 33°F-54°F (1°C-12°C)
No annual festivals, but plenty of places to see
If you are a big fan of history, make this place a mandatory part of your itinerary. Plymouth was the venue of the very first Thanksgiving gathering. Apart from a historical tour, there are also many things to do in Plymouth. There are outdoor living exhibits, free concerts, and festivities honoring Thanksgiving as well. There are hotels with lower rates in November, but you can also try spending your holiday in a cabin for a new experience.
10. Lake Tahoe, California
Average November weather: 28.4°F-50°F (-2°C-10°C)
No annual festivals, except the jumpstart of ski season
If you have always wanted to experience snow, Lake Tahoe is the place to go. It has 100 inches of skiing paradise which you can enjoy. Since November is a lean season for this place, you can enjoy skiing without the crowd, to have a better feel for the fun. Hotel room rates are also lower in November because of lesser tourists.
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9. Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Average November weather: 34°F-61°F (1°C-16°C)
3 November events
Fascinated by autumn? See the lovely fall color changes in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. It is also home for patriots, religiously celebrating Veteran’s Day every year in November. You can also opt to have a different Thanksgiving celebration here, as they also have the “Great Smoky Thanksgiving Arts and Crafts Show”. Jump start your holidays with their “Festival of Trees”, which also happens every November.
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8. Santa Barbara, California
Average November weather: 50°F-69°F (10°C-20.55°C)
No annual festivals, but tons of tourist spots
Up next on our list of best places to visit in the USA in November is Santa Barbara, which is one of the few USA cities with a lovely climate every season. Its climate paved the way for the vineyards yielding most of the finest wines in the area. November is the best time to see the place, as fine dine restaurants bring out their best wines just in time for a fantastic Thanksgiving dinner. You can also visit Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Santa Barbara Zoo, and Santa Barbara Botanic Garden. Have fun shopping on State Street, too.
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7. Las Vegas, Nevada
Average November weather: 59°F to 62.6°F (15°C to 17°C)
Plenty of festivals, events, and shows
The Sin City as many people know it, Las Vegas has a lot of shows and events all year-round. Its weather is ideal for tours, as it is not too hot and not too cold. What makes November a great time to visit Vegas is the low hotel prices before the crowd arrives the following months. They also have great festivals every November, including the Vegas Valley Comic Book Festival.
6. San Francisco, California
Average November weather: around 55.4°F (13°C)
Many festivals
We are continuing our list of best places to visit in the USA in November with San Francisco, which is a clear winner amongst all the famous cities in America. It has a great weather all year round, and is ranked #5 in Best Places to Visit in the USA. San Francisco is great whatever season, and has several tourist spots to boot—Golden Gate Bridge being the most visited. They also have quite a lot of festivals in November, including the acclaimed Napa Valley Film Festival and San Francisco Hip Hop Dance Festival.
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5. Texas
Average November weather: 50°F-72°F (10°C-22°C)
3 events and festivals to enjoy
Texas has one of America’s best climates every season. The home of the cowboys, who sure know how to have a good time, even in November when other states already struggle with winter. Texas has what they call the “Tour the Texas Renaissance”, an eight-week theme park that runs every day. They also celebrate several festivals in November, such as the Austin Celtic Festival and the Wurstfest. The festivals and the fantastic weather sure make Texas one of the 11 best places to visit in the USA in November.
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4. Hawaii
Average November weather: 70°F-86°F (21°C-30°C)
1 event and tons of tourist spots
Known as America’s paradise, the beautiful Hawaii prides itself of great beaches and a lovely weather all year long, no matter the season. While November might be a little rainy on the island, the historical and cultural tours you can enjoy will surely make your stay worthwhile. They also celebrate the Kona Coffee Festival in November.
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3. Florida
Average November weather: 59°F to 66.2°F (15°C to 19°C)
Many festivals
We know Florida as a great summer destination, but it is perhaps an even better fall destination. In November, Florida has the lowest chances of rain and also has America’s most bearable climate. In addition, the several fun festivals it hosts in November makes it a simply great holiday destination. These festivals include Festival of the Masters, Space Coast Art Festival, and Osceola Art Festival.
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2. New Orleans, Louisiana
Average November weather: 54°F-72°F (12°C-22°C)
Tons of food festivals
Whether you are a lover of the nightlife or of American history, you are sure to have a great time in New Orleans, that’s up next on our list of best places to visit in the USA in November. They have plenty of nightclubs you can go to for an authentic New Orleans experience. Thanksgiving in New Orleans is also a great thing to experience, as they have started a modern tradition called the “turducken”. They also have plenty of food festivals in November including Treme Creole Gumbo Festival and Oak Street Po-boy Festival.
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1. Savannah, Georgia
Average November weather: 66.2°F to 73.4°F (19°C to 23°C)
20 fall festivals
Love fall? Savannah has lovely color changes you can watch in November. The weather is also great for walking around and enjoying the place, as it is warmer than most states in winter. Fall is also said to be the best time to visit the area, as it is generally warm and humid. With 20 fall festivals happening, it surely is among the best places in the USA to visit in November. Festivals include Bacon Fest, Pin Point Seafood Festival, and Savannah Craft Brew Fest.
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In looking for the perfect place to visit in November, remember to take the weather and the fun into consideration before making your itinerary. Get an idea from this list, choose one from the 11 best places to visit in the USA in November.
