Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Cary travel guide

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You're Going to Love Cary

With a population of 135,234, Cary is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States.

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Where to Eat in Cary

If you’re looking for affordable options, Chef's Palette (3460 Ten Ten Rd. #118) and Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen - Cary (7307 Tryon Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Cary

Cary in December
Estimated hotel price
$241
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cary in December
Estimated hotel price
$241
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Cary in July, when the average temperature is 26 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 0 °C, with an average temperature of 5 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 132 mm. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Cary, with an average rainfall of 75 mm.

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How to Get to Cary

Plane

When flying to Cary, you’ll arrive at Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU), which is located 10 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Cary from New Zealand departs from Wellington and takes around 32h 10m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Cary. The train journey from Cary to Charlotte takes 3h 00m and costs around $45 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Richmond, expect to pay about $62 for a 3h 34m trip. The train station in Cary is called Cary, and is located 0.4 km from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Cary, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Charlotte, the bus ride to Cary takes 322 km and will cost you around $193. From Coral Hills, the ticket costs about $134 for a journey of 435 km.

Plane

When flying to Cary, you’ll arrive at Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU), which is located 10 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Cary from New Zealand departs from Wellington and takes around 32h 10m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Cary. The train journey from Cary to Charlotte takes 3h 00m and costs around $45 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Richmond, expect to pay about $62 for a 3h 34m trip. The train station in Cary is called Cary, and is located 0.4 km from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Cary, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Charlotte, the bus ride to Cary takes 322 km and will cost you around $193. From Coral Hills, the ticket costs about $134 for a journey of 435 km.

Airports near Cary

RDURaleigh-Durham
GSOGreensboro/H. Point
FAYFayetteville

Airlines serving Cary

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cary

From 5-star hotels such as the The Umstead Hotel and Spa to great affordable options like the Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh-Cary, Cary offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $299 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $782 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include TownePlace Suites by Marriott Raleigh Cary/Weston Parkway and Hampton Inn Raleigh/Cary. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Cary, with prices from $104 to $782 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Cary are about 81% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cary

Most booked hotels in Cary

Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$217+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Airport Brier Creek
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$337+
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Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$171+
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Hilton Raleigh North Hills
4 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
$213+
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Hiring a car in Cary

Expect to pay $1.52 per litre in Cary (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.15 and $24.20. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Cary, while also 70% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.52 per litre in Cary (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.15 and $24.20. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Cary, while also 70% cheaper than other types, on average.

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