The July Travel Guide

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July tends to be a month full of promise and fun – summer is in full swing and some of us may even be looking forward to jetting off somewhere dreamy!

Around the world, major events will bring people together, including Independence Day in the USA (4th) and Bastille Day in France (14th).

Here at home, we’ll host the Henley Royal Regatta (1st-6th), the Formula 1 British Grand Prix (3rd-6th), Wimbledon (30th June – 13th July) and a huge array of food festivals — plus, Buckingham Palace will open for its summer season on the 10th.

In short, there’s a real range of festivities happening across the world that you can get involved in this July. Here are some of our highlights…

International Events

Knysna Oyster Fest, South Africa

The coastal South African town of Knysna celebrates one of its finest exports, fresh oysters, with a 10-day festival. This year’s programme features beer and wine tastings, as well as cycle tours and chess tournaments, so you can still enjoy it even if you don’t like oysters!

4th-13th 

Montreux Jazz Festival, Switzerland

Montreux

The world’s second largest jazz festival takes place on the spectacular Lake Geneva shoreline. This year’s programme includes the return of the legendary venue The Casino, where the likes of Nina Simone, Miles Davis and Marvin Gaye have played. The line-up features a number of big names including Chaka Khan, Jorja Smith, Grace Jones and Pulp!

4th-19th

Tour de France

Photo of the Champs d'Elysee in Paris at night

2025 marks the 112th edition of the world-famous cycling race, the Tour de France. The competition will begin in the picturesque city of Lille, and finish in Paris!

5th–27th 

Galway International Arts Festival, Ireland

The GIAF once again brings a smorgasbord of cultural happenings to the Irish city of Galway. Expect all genres of music from Mogwai to Sophie Ellis-Bextor. Elsewhere, Macbeth will be reimagined by Galway theatre company and there’ll be stand-up performances from the likes of Al Murray.

14-27 July

Christopher Street Day, Berlin

Brandenburg Gate

Berlin’s Pride event is always memorable one! The famously liberal city parties hard, as usual, and colourful parades, music and performances draw crowds to the streets.

26th

UK Events

Wimbledon Tennis Championships

 

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The UK’s favourite tennis tournament returns this month, bringing with it pristine lawns, gleaming whites and plenty of Pimm’s darling!

1-14 July