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
$236
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cary in December
Estimated hotel price
$236
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 Akron and takes around 1h 22m.

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 NU Car, 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 Akron and takes around 1h 22m.

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 NU Car, among others, in Charlotte.

Airports near Cary

RDURaleigh-Durham
GSOGreensboro/H. Point
FAYFayetteville

Airlines serving Cary

KLM
Good (1,468 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,841 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,781 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,277 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,249 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,894 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,133 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,413 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,543 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,540 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (901 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,708 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,800 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,425 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,183 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,202 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,472 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (389 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 $141 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $440 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 $60 to $440 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Cary are about 60% 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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Hilton Garden Inn Raleigh-Cary
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 385 reviews)
$124+
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Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1411 reviews)
$134+
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Hyatt Place Raleigh/Cary
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1330 reviews)
$135+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Raleigh - Cary
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 312 reviews)
$130+
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The Mayton
4 stars
Excellent (9, 99 reviews)
$248+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh Crabtree Valley
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 489 reviews)
$112+
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Renting a car in Cary

Renting a car in Cary costs $37 per day, on average, or $110 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 38% cheaper than airport locations in Cary.

Expect to pay $3.37 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 $40.43 and $53.90. 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 Intermediate rental cars (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Cary costs $37 per day, on average, or $110 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 38% cheaper than airport locations in Cary.

Expect to pay $3.37 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 $40.43 and $53.90. 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 Intermediate rental cars (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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