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
$236
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cary in December
Estimated hotel price
$236
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 43h 22m.

Train

The train station in Cary is called Cary, and is located 0.4 km from the city centre.

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 43h 22m.

Train

The train station in Cary is called Cary, and is located 0.4 km from the city centre.

Airports near Cary

RDURaleigh-Durham
GSOGreensboro/H. Point
FAYFayetteville

Airlines serving Cary

Lufthansa
Good (7,207 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,366 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,091 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,983 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,654 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,894 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,819 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,861 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,472 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (809 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,286 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,594 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,678 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,416 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,092 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (352 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,351 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,306 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,224 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,912 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 $267 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $763 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 $102 to $763 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Cary are about 71% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cary

Most booked hotels in Cary

Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Airport Brier Creek
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$316+
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Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$208+
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Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$138+
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Hilton Raleigh North Hills
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$222+
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Hiring a car in Cary

Expect to pay $1.55 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 $18.58 and $24.78. The most frequently booked car type in Cary is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai Accent or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.55 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 $18.58 and $24.78. The most frequently booked car type in Cary is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai Accent or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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