Cary Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A calm lake with reflections of houses and trees, surrounded by a forested area.
Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina at sunrise.
A calm lake at sunset with reflections of the sun, surrounded by trees and houses.
The pinkish bloom of a Star Magnolia (Magnolia stellata) in late February. Raleigh, North Carolina.
A wooden mill with a water wheel, a waterfall, and a forested shoreline.

Where to stay in Cary

Find the best Cary areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Cary Arts Center, cary downtown, north carolina

Downtown Cary

If you're spending some time in Downtown Cary, Bond Brothers Beer Company and Cary Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.

Preston

While Preston may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Park West Village and Fred G. Bond Metro Park.

MacGregor Downs

While there might not be top attractions in MacGregor Downs, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Koka Booth Amphitheater and Lochmere Golf Club.

Lochmere

Though Lochmere may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lochmere Golf Club and Koka Booth Amphitheater.

Hillsdale Forest

When in Hillsdale Forest, you can plan a visit to Cary Towne Center and Crossroads Plaza, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

The Umstead Hotel and Spa

The Umstead Hotel and Spa

5 out of 5
100 Woodland Pond Dr Cary NC
The price is £334 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
£334
28 Jun - 29 Jun
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! (782 reviews)
"The experience was just amazing. From welcome truffles made in house and spring water waiting for us in our room to the cozy robes and amazing room service."

Reviewed on 13 Jun 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 £126 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
£126
3 Jul - 4 Jul
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel i will stay there again"

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Research Triangle
Sonesta ES Suites Raleigh Cary

Sonesta ES Suites Raleigh Cary

3 out of 5
2900 Regency Pkwy Cary NC
The price is £102 per night from 27 Jun to 28 Jun
£102
27 Jun - 28 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cary. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"This is the third time we have stayed at this location. We find it clean, comfortable and in a great location for our purposes."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

Sonesta ES Suites Raleigh Cary
See all 2,883 properties in Cary
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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 ...
Cozy 3BR/2.5BA House near RTP, RDU & Downtown Cary
NEW Cozy Townhome w/ Pool, Patio, Dogs Welcome

NEW Cozy Townhome w/ Pool, Patio, Dogs Welcome

Cary NC
Stay at this holiday home in Cary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and laundry facilities. Popular attractions North Carolina State Fairgrounds and Lenovo ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"Clean great hosts easy check in and out"

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026

NEW Cozy Townhome w/ Pool, Patio, Dogs Welcome
Centrally Located Modern Cary Townhome

Centrally Located Modern Cary Townhome

Cary NC
Stay at this holiday home in Cary. Enjoy free breakfast, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions North Carolina State Fairgrounds and Lenovo Center are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
"Clean, great location, check in and check out were easy, l"

Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Centrally Located Modern Cary Townhome
See all properties in Cary
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Cary attractions

Aerial view towards suburbs of a city in central Kentucky with Lexington greens shopping plaza on Nicholasville road and New Circle road on the foreground

Crossroads Plaza

8.6/5 (312 reviews)
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Crossroads Plaza during your trip to Cary. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.
See properties

Things to do

Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour

£14
per adult
Downtown Durham 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
Durham African American History Tour

Durham African American History Tour

£14
per adult
Durham African American History Tour
See all activities in Cary

Cities near Cary

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

Raleigh