Visiting Cary

Families will find kid-friendly activities in Cary, and visitors give high marks for the shopping and top-notch restaurants. This city also attracts tourists with its sporting events. Top sights around the area include PNC Arena, North Carolina State Capitol, and Kenan Stadium.

• You'll find 329 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in the larger area of Raleigh
• The closest major airport is in Raleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.), 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from the city center

Sightseeing and Staying in Cary

The picturesque setting of Fred G. Bond Metro Park and Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve exemplify the city's natural beauty. Shopping is one of the favorite things to do, so consider an excursion to Cary Towne Center, Park West Village, and Crossroads Plaza. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Bond Brothers Beer Company and Cary Arts Center.

As you plan your vacation, you'll find 26 hotels and other lodging options available to pick from in Cary. Here you'll find top ones based on our user reviews:

• Homewood Suites by Hilton Raleigh Cary I-40 - This 3-star hotel features free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi.
• The Umstead Hotel and Spa - Our customers like the overall value and comfortable, quiet rooms at this resort. This 5-star resort features a full-service spa, a restaurant, and free WiFi.
• The Mayton Inn - With a stay at this 4-star hotel, guests can enjoy access to free breakfast and a restaurant, along with free WiFi. Expedia customers like its central location and room size.

Outside the city, popular places to see include Lenovo, located 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from the city center, and PNC Arena, which is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) away.

Getting Around Cary

If you want to explore the larger area, ride aboard one of the trains from Cary Station. Cary might not have many public transit options to choose from so consider renting a car to explore more.

Dressing for Cary

• Between January and March, you can expect the daytime average to be around 68°F and the nighttime average to be 31°F
• From April to June, temperatures average about 90°F during the day and 44°F at night
• July through September averages 90°F during the day and 56°F at night
• In October-December, the average temperature is 77°F during the day and 31°F at night
• About 43.31 inches of rain falls on Cary each year
• Hottest months are usually July and June with an average temperature of 89°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 32°F