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

Cary travel guide

Cary Tourism | Cary Guide

You're Going to Love Cary

With a population of 135,234, Cary is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 37 days in order to fully appreciate everything Cary has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Cary

If you’re looking for affordable options, Naos Hellenic Cuisine (2800 Renaissance Park Pl) and Cary - M Sushi (4 Fenton Main St suite 120) are great picks.

When to visit Cary

Cary in December
Estimated hotel price
$405
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cary in December
Estimated hotel price
$405
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 6 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Cary from New Zealand departs from Wellington and takes around 32h 18m.

Train

The train station in Cary is called Cary, and is located 0.2 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Cary, you’ll arrive at Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU), which is located 6 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Cary from New Zealand departs from Wellington and takes around 32h 18m.

Train

The train station in Cary is called Cary, and is located 0.2 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Cary

RDURaleigh-Durham
GSOGreensboro/H. Point
FAYFayetteville

Airlines serving Cary

KLM
Good (1,477 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,860 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,813 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,318 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,273 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,903 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,147 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,547 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,462 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (902 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,541 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,722 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,835 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,182 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (393 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,429 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,173 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,224 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 Courtyard by Marriott Raleigh Cary Crossroads, Cary offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $243 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $794 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Extended Stay America Select Suites - Raleigh - Cary - Regency Parkway South and Red Roof Inn Raleigh Southwest - Cary. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Cary, with prices from $97 to $797 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Cary are about 50% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cary

Most booked hotels in Cary

Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Cary Lenovo Center
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$205+
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Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$238+
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Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$226+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh Midtown
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$192+
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Hilton Raleigh North Hills
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$213+
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Hiring a car in Cary

Expect to pay $1.86 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 $22.22 and $29.63. The most frequently booked car type in Cary is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.86 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 $22.22 and $29.63. The most frequently booked car type in Cary is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.