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 April
Estimated hotel price
RM 688
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cary in April
Estimated hotel price
RM 688
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 10 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Cary, you’ll arrive at Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU), which is located 10 km from the city centre.

Airports near Cary

RDURaleigh-Durham
GSOGreensboro/H. Point
FAYFayetteville

Airlines serving Cary

Lufthansa
Good (8,136 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,539 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,116 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,447 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,004 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,472 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,253 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,626 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (943 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,988 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,743 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,624 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,882 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,211 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,341 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,420 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (423 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,479 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,410 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,338 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 RM 575 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 1,705 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 RM 176 to RM 1,705 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Cary are about 69% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cary

Most booked hotels in Cary

Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Cary Lenovo Center
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
RM 456+
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Comfort Inn Raleigh Midtown
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
RM 387+
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Hilton Raleigh North Hills
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
RM 465+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Crabtree
3 stars
Okay (5.1, Okay reviews)
RM 269+
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Hiring a car in Cary

Expect to pay RM 4.44 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 RM 53.28 and RM 71.04. The most frequently booked car type in Cary is Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay RM 4.44 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 RM 53.28 and RM 71.04. The most frequently booked car type in Cary is Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard car hire (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.