Rhode Island offers comfortable weather and several cultural events, including the Rhode Island International Film Festival, in August.

Visitors to Maine can enjoy rugged coastlines and activities like kayaking, hiking, and world-class summer theater.

Santa Barbara, California, celebrates August with festivities such as the Old Spanish Days and Pride Month events.

Before summer flies by, it’s time to think about ending the season with travel. Whether it’s a weekend getaway, a faraway adventure, or a family road trip, a change of scenery creates lasting memories. For some, a beach is the only way to go, but we have ideas for lovers of all things mountains, small towns, cities, and skiing, too. Here are our suggestions for an August vacation.

Providence, Rhode Island

Skyscrapers in downtown Providence, Rhode Island. DenisTangneyJr/Getty Images

Comfortable weather in the low 80s, boating, exceptional seafood, and top restaurants make Providence a perfect August destination.…