Title: Cary Travel Guide: Best of Cary, Raleigh Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Cary](https://expedia.co.uk/Cary-Hotels.d7290.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Cary](https://expedia.co.uk/Cary-Holiday-Rentals.d7290.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Cary](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Cary.d7290.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Cary Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Cary.d7290.Car-Hire-Guide)[Cary Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Cary.d7290.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Cary Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Young woman kayaking on river in forest, Cary, North Carolina, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7290/3754e6d5-e4c4-4b0f-91e8-7b901be69f82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Young woman kayaking on river in forest, Cary, North Carolina, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7290/3754e6d5-e4c4-4b0f-91e8-7b901be69f82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cary, North Carolina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7290/db85d2a0-9a9a-4e72-878d-2f4b865c5173.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![0_215653444](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7290/f55583e0-f7fe-4f93-a6e1-0d613b0ce38c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![japanese camellia flowers 🌺](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7290/7c2c994a-08c5-4ad3-b4df-f4cdd23d2ec1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Cary Where to stay Things to do Reviews ### Where to stay in Cary ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cary-Highcroft.dx553248635976471253) - Top hotels in Cary - Top Holiday Rentals in Cary ![The Umstead Hotel and Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1570000/1563700/1563626/d009d67d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Umstead Hotel and Spa 100 Woodland Pond Dr Cary NC £292 8 Feb - 9 Feb 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 ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (724 reviews) Great property: However, both the restaurant and guest attire was not congruent with a what a 5- start restaurant should be. Portions were nonexistent and after spending $360 for dinner I left the table starving; not to mention, allowing jeans and t-shirts for "fine dining" is embarrassing. Needless ... Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=1563626&PinnedHotelID=1563626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=7290) ![Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Research Triangle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/74600/74577/ad5ede6e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Research Triangle 201 Harrison Oaks Blvd Cary NC £124 8 Feb - 9 Feb 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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) Everything was as expected when staying at Embassy. Breakfest was good, pool was clean and didnt smell. Room was good. Would and will stay again in the future. Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=74577&PinnedHotelID=74577&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=7290) ![Sonesta ES Suites Raleigh Cary](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/210000/202300/202263/592e5e69_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sonesta ES Suites Raleigh Cary 2900 Regency Pkwy Cary NC £100 8 Feb - 9 Feb 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 ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews) Amazing stay Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=202263&PinnedHotelID=202263&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=7290) [See all 2,780 properties in Cary](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=22%2F01%2F2026&endDate=23%2F01%2F2026®ionId=7290) 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. ![Cary Apartments by Landing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109550000/109542200/109542129/b0887bf4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cary Apartments by Landing 3000 Renaissance Park Pl Cary NC Stay at this aparthotel in Cary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Lenovo Center and North Carolina State Fairgrounds ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews) Outstanding! Very clean, comfortable, and spacious. Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Raleigh-Hotels-The-Arboretum-Apartments-By-Barsala.h109542129.Hotel-Information) ![Prime Location, Close to Everything, Fresh Market, Downtown Cary, Bond Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89800000/89798900/89798806/8ffceb5f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Prime Location, Close to Everything, Fresh Market, Downtown Cary, Bond Park Cary NC Stay at this holiday home in Cary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Fred G. Bond Metro Park and Park West Village are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews) Host was very responsive and welcoming. The kitchen was well equipped and you could walk to Fresh Market. Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Raleigh-Hotels-Prime-Location.h89798806.Hotel-Information) ![Beautifully Updated Penthouse Condo in West Cary](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111250000/111246900/111246862/a17b818e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beautifully Updated Penthouse Condo in West Cary Cary NC Stay at this condo in Cary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions USA Baseball National Training Complex and Phillips Farms of ... 10/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews) Excellent VRBO! Super well equipped, comfortable beds and they have everything you could possible need. Great Hosts!! I highly recommend. Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cary-Hotels-Beautifully-Furnished-Penthouse-Condo-In-West-Cary.h111246862.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Cary](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=7290&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check Cary hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=7290&startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22)[21 Jan - 22 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=7290&startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=7290&startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23)[22 Jan - 23 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=7290&startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=7290&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026)[23 Jan - 25 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=7290&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=7290&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026)[30 Jan - 1 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=7290&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![durham north carolina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066239/212e46bf-55a6-4645-9d2e-1c49ed3cbbe8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Duke-University-Raleigh.d6066239.Attraction) ![0_65015416](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066157/45ee3cc8-1e93-4b22-ac70-219ecf1127fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Carolina-State-University-Southwest-Raleigh.d6066157.Attraction) ![Not many flowers on the beach - had a bad winter I guess](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2967/3f99f4db-02c7-4ac4-982d-2dcaddedfafe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lenovo Center Catch an event at Lenovo Center during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/PNC-Arena-Raleigh.d6066171.Attraction) ![Fun & Rides](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2967/2641ca7c-5652-47fb-b27c-8bf7c2116929.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Carolina-State-Fairgrounds-Raleigh.d6127519.Attraction) ![The Old Well at UNC Chapel Hill during the spring with azaleas blooming](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087239/f3c64fc6-070e-4076-be5d-81fd2a4377ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-North-Carolina-Raleigh.d6087239.Attraction) ![This is a part of the blackened tuna nachos. So good! They have really unique food combining fish and beef! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2967/2842c8e7-734f-419a-b745-e6b4e089266c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### North Hills Shopping Center You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at North Hills Shopping Center during your stay in Raleigh. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Hills-Shopping-Center-North-Hills.d6126996.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48146077/17ae77cc-d8a5-496e-903f-9e1d4634160c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Walking Tour £14 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/downtown-durham-historian-guided-walking-tour.a48146077.activity-details) ![Step into the shadows and discover the haunting tales of our city's past.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47518493/d016b61f-130d-4521-a30d-23e7a66520f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rust, Rebels & Ruins: Raleigh Ghost Tours £24 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rust.a47518493.activity-details) ![Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47660001/693fa4b2-b992-479b-8f6d-05e2a6bd2044.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham £14 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guided-walking-historian-tour-in-downtown-durham.a47660001.activity-details) ![Durham African American History Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48351953/6b398a72-a8c8-458d-9d5d-06315436faa4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Durham African American History Tour £14 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/durham-african-american-history-tour.a48351953.activity-details) ![Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47557587/7167c905-60ad-4b90-9ca2-cb6afd8c5dab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour £15 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/raleigh-historian-guided-downtown-walking-tour.a47557587.activity-details) ![Raleigh True Crime Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49198152/a83780b0-2919-42f2-b3c3-77483f406e23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Raleigh True Crime Tour £14 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/raleigh-true-crime-tour.a49198152.activity-details) [See all activities in Cary](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Cary.d7290.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Reviews of Cary 5 Top destination 5 - Excellent 1 4 - Good 0 3 - Okay 0 2 - Disappointing 0 1 - Terrible 0 ### 5/5 - Excellent Verified traveller Perfect for RTP ## Cities near Cary ![Aerial view of Raleigh, North Carolina skyline on a sunny day.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178300/cf38e887-a567-4cef-82e4-90eda2035221.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Raleigh - Cities near Cary - Places of interest [Raleigh](https://expedia.co.uk/Raleigh.dx178300) - [Cary Towne Center ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cary-Towne-Center-Raleigh.d6238244.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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