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.
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
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.
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 34h 30m.
Car
Another option to get to Cary is to pick up a car hire from Raleigh, which is about 8 miles from Cary. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Dollar, among others, in Raleigh.
Airlines serving Cary
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 $276 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $714 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 $96 to $714 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Cary are about 63% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Cary
Most booked hotels in Cary
Hiring a car in Cary
Expect to pay $2.27 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 $27.14 and $36.18. 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 Standard car hire (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.