Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 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 December
Estimated hotel price
$242
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cary in December
Estimated hotel price
$242
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Cary in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 32 °F, with an average temperature of 41 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 5.2″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Cary, with an average rainfall of 3″.

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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 center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Cary include Delta, American Airlines and Southwest. The shortest domestic flight to Cary departs from New York and takes around 1h 35m.

Train

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

Car

Another option to get to Cary is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 197 km from Cary. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and NU Car, among others, in Charlotte.

Plane

When flying to Cary, you’ll arrive at Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU), which is located 10 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Cary include Delta, American Airlines and Southwest. The shortest domestic flight to Cary departs from New York and takes around 1h 35m.

Train

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

Car

Another option to get to Cary is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 197 km from Cary. You’ll find branches of Economy Rent a Car and NU Car, among others, in Charlotte.

Airports near Cary

RDURaleigh-Durham
GSOGreensboro/H. Point
FAYFayetteville

Airlines serving Cary

KLM
Good (1,443 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,752 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,705 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,124 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,207 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,863 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,099 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,213 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,528 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,489 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (895 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,666 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,672 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,375 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,176 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,356 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,148 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,439 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (381 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 $153 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $429 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 Suburban Studios Cary - Rdu Airport. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Cary, with prices from $62 to $549 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Cary are about 25% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Cary by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Cary

Most booked hotels in Cary

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Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Cary I-40
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 277 reviews)
$134+
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Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1411 reviews)
$125+
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Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1317 reviews)
$125+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Raleigh - Cary
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 314 reviews)
$131+
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The Mayton
4 stars
Excellent (9, 99 reviews)
$251+
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Comfort Inn Raleigh Midtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1038 reviews)
$75+
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Renting a car in Cary

Renting a car in Cary costs $43 per day, on average, or $129 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in Cary.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Cary (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27. The most frequently booked car type in Cary is Standard (Jeep Grand Cherokee or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 42% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Cary costs $43 per day, on average, or $129 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in Cary.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Cary (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27. The most frequently booked car type in Cary is Standard (Jeep Grand Cherokee or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 42% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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