Cary Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Houses by the Cary Lake Park under golden light sunset on a winter day
Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina at sunrise.
Sunset by the Cary Park Lake on a summer day
A scenic festive view of the gristmill at Historic Yates Mill County Park, Raligh, North Carolina with dramatic clouds during golden hour.
The playground at Downtown Cary Park, a newly renovated public park with family friendly activities and a dog play area

Where to stay in Cary

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Highcroft

While there might not be top attractions in Highcroft, you can explore the larger area and discover places like USA Baseball National Training Complex and Parkside Town Commons.

Highcroft
The Umstead Hotel and Spa

The Umstead Hotel and Spa

5 out of 5
100 Woodland Pond Dr Cary NC
The price is £343 per night from 25 May to 26 May
£343
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Cary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (764 reviews)
Best Hotel in the Triangle by a wide margin

Reviewed on 9 May 2026

The Umstead Hotel and Spa
Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Research Triangle

Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Research Triangle

3.5 out of 5
201 Harrison Oaks Blvd Cary NC
The price is £116 per night from 24 May to 25 May
£116
24 May - 25 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cary. Enjoy free breakfast, a free airport shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
Clean, easy parking. safe location

Reviewed on 7 May 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Research Triangle
Hampton Inn Raleigh/Cary

Hampton Inn Raleigh/Cary

2.5 out of 5
201 Ashville Ave Cary NC
The price is £59 per night from 24 May to 25 May
£59
24 May - 25 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cary. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
Breakfast was mediocre. No plates just small bowls to put food in. Carpet was old and worn. Not what I expected when staying with Hampton Inn.

Reviewed on 9 May 2026

Hampton Inn Raleigh/Cary
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Cozy 3BR/2.5BA House near RTP, RDU & Downtown Cary

Cozy 3BR/2.5BA House near RTP, RDU & Downtown Cary

Cary NC
Stay at this holiday home in Cary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions USA Baseball National Training Complex and Phillips ...
10/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
This was our first Vrbo stay and we wish we had more time to stay longer.

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Cozy 3BR/2.5BA House near RTP, RDU & Downtown Cary
Deluxe Studio at Extended Stay Cary 5

Deluxe Studio at Extended Stay Cary 5

Cary NC
Stay at this apartment in Cary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Popular attractions Lenovo Center and North Carolina State Fairgrounds are located ...
5.8/10 (6 reviews)
The room was clean. The bed was comfortable.The photos were VERY misleading. The photos made the room look warmly decorated and comfortable. The actual room was bare bones. No lamps - only harsh overhead lighting. It was called an extended stay, but there wasn’t even a coffee pot. Full kitchen with ...

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Deluxe Studio at Extended Stay Cary 5
Kasa Village District Raleigh

Kasa Village District Raleigh

4 out of 5
2128 Clark Ave Raleigh NC
Stay at this aparthotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Popular attractions North Carolina State Fairgrounds and Lenovo Center ...
Kasa Village District Raleigh
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Popular places to visit

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Duke University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area around Duke University, a top university in Durham. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's stunning cathedral.

Duke University
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North Carolina State University

Walk around the campus at North Carolina State University as part of your travels around Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

North Carolina State University
Raleigh Convention Center

Raleigh Convention Center

Learn about the events happening in Raleigh Convention Center during your trip to Raleigh. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Raleigh Convention Center
North Carolina Historic State Fairgrounds Commercial and Education Building

North Carolina State Fairgrounds

Enjoy an outing to North Carolina State Fairgrounds during your stay in Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

North Carolina State Fairgrounds
Lenovo Center

Lenovo Center

Catch an event at Lenovo Center during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Lenovo Center
The Old Well at UNC Chapel Hill during the spring with azaleas blooming

University of North Carolina

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of North Carolina during your travels in Chapel Hill. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

University of North Carolina

Things to do

Raleigh African American History Tour

Raleigh African American History Tour

£14
per adult
Raleigh African American History Tour
Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour

£14
per adult
Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Raleigh Downtown: Historic Walking Tours

Raleigh Downtown Historian-Guided Walking Tour

£14
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Raleigh Downtown Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Rust, Rebels & Ruins: Raleigh Ghost Tours

Rust, Rebels & Ruins: Raleigh Ghost Tours

£24
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Rust, Rebels & Ruins: Raleigh Ghost Tours
Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham

Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham

£14
per adult
Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham
Durham African American History Tour

Durham African American History Tour

£14
per adult
Durham African American History Tour
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Cities near Cary

Aerial view of Raleigh, North Carolina skyline on a sunny day.

Raleigh