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, Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen - Cary (7307 Tryon Rd) and Colletta - Cary, NC (1 Fenton Main Street) are great picks.

When to visit Cary

Cary in August
Estimated hotel price
$255
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cary in August
Estimated hotel price
$255
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 34h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Cary is to pick up a car hire from Raleigh, which is about 13 km from Cary. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Sixt, among others, in Raleigh.

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 34h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Cary is to pick up a car hire from Raleigh, which is about 13 km from Cary. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Sixt, among others, in Raleigh.

Airports near Cary

RDURaleigh-Durham
GSOGreensboro/H. Point
FAYFayetteville

Airlines serving Cary

Lufthansa
Good (8,279 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,591 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,265 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,107 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,454 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (980 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,715 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,019 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,682 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,389 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,544 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (437 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,381 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,782 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,522 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 $267 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $741 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 $98 to $741 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Cary are about 72% 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)
$219+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Crabtree
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$293+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh Midtown
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$196+
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Hilton Raleigh North Hills
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$205+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Crabtree
3 stars
Okay (4.9, Okay reviews)
$128+
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Hiring a car in Cary

Expect to pay $2.18 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 $26.10 and $34.80. The most frequently booked car type in Cary is Full-size (Ford Explorer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.18 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 $26.10 and $34.80. The most frequently booked car type in Cary is Full-size (Ford Explorer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.