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 March
Estimated hotel price
$199
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cary in March
Estimated hotel price
$199
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 6 miles 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 Tampa and takes around 1h 49m.

Train

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

Car

Another option to get to Cary is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 122 miles from Cary. You’ll find branches of Turo and CarWiz, among others, in Charlotte.

Plane

When flying to Cary, you’ll arrive at Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU), which is located 6 miles 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 Tampa and takes around 1h 49m.

Train

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

Car

Another option to get to Cary is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 122 miles from Cary. You’ll find branches of Turo and CarWiz, among others, in Charlotte.

Airports near Cary

RDURaleigh-Durham
GSOGreensboro/H. Point
FAYFayetteville

Airlines serving Cary

Lufthansa
Good (7,946 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,508 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,910 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,325 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,926 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,195 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,579 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (906 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,643 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,759 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,560 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,961 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,189 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,390 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,220 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,295 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 $139 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $459 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.

Most popular hotel in Cary by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Cary

Most booked hotels in Cary

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Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1541 reviews)
$134+
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Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1344 reviews)
$132+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Raleigh - Cary
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 314 reviews)
$137+
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh/Cary
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 340 reviews)
$109+
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TownePlace Suites by Marriott Raleigh Cary/Weston Parkway
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 127 reviews)
$115+
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Comfort Inn Raleigh Midtown
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1185 reviews)
$101+
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Renting a car in Cary

Renting a car in Cary costs $62 per day, on average, or $185 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 1% cheaper than airport locations in Cary.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. 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 rental cars (Class Commercial Truck or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Cary costs $62 per day, on average, or $185 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 1% cheaper than airport locations in Cary.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. 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 rental cars (Class Commercial Truck or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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