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, 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 December
Estimated hotel price
$407
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cary in December
Estimated hotel price
$407
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 43h 25m.

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 43h 25m.

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 (1,429 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,639 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,021 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,600 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,108 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,817 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,055 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,099 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,685 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,509 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,549 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,337 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (880 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,102 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,618 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,339 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,414 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,492 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,153 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 $254 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $720 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 $108 to $720 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Cary are about 51% 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, Excellent reviews)
$264+
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Raleigh Marriott City Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$256+
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Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$212+
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Comfort Inn Raleigh Midtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$139+
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Ramada by Wyndham Raleigh
2 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$129+
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Hilton Raleigh North Hills
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$184+
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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 $18.14 and $24.18. Compact (Chevrolet Aveo Sedan or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Cary, while also 48% 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 $18.14 and $24.18. Compact (Chevrolet Aveo Sedan or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Cary, while also 48% cheaper than other types, on average.