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 April
Estimated hotel price
$169
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cary in April
Estimated hotel price
$169
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 American Airlines, Delta and Breeze Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Cary departs from White Plains and takes around 1h 40m.

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 American Airlines, Delta and Breeze Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Cary departs from White Plains and takes around 1h 40m.

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 (8,086 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,062 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,423 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,409 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,972 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,243 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,612 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,870 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (937 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,591 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,844 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,231 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,202 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,414 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,454 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (412 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,388 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,291 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 $134 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $422 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 $54 to $422 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Cary are about 57% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Cary by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Cary

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Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Cary Lenovo Center
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 556 reviews)
$112+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Raleigh Cary
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 358 reviews)
$129+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Raleigh - Cary
4 stars
Excellent (9, 315 reviews)
$126+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Downtown North
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1355 reviews)
$124+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Raleigh Crabtree Valley
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 507 reviews)
$105+
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Holiday Inn & Suites Raleigh-Cary (I-40 @walnut St) By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 311 reviews)
$97+
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Renting a car in Cary

Renting a car in Cary costs $64 per day, on average, or $193 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Raleigh-Durham.

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. Economy (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Cary, while also 49% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Cary costs $64 per day, on average, or $193 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Raleigh-Durham.

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. Economy (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Cary, while also 49% cheaper than other types, on average.

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