Downtown Cary Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Cary Arts Center, cary downtown, north carolina
Cary Arts Center, cary downtown, north carolina
A couple of giant whirligigs in downtown Cary, NC. Vollis Simpson from Wilson made these and also many other whirligigs, many of which are in his hometown of Wilson, NC. Mr. Simpson passed on in June, 2013. His work can also be seen in several folk art collections around the country.
The restored Page-Walker Hotel building in downtown Cary, NC

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
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
Not many flowers on the beach - had a bad winter I guess

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
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

Activities

Raleigh African American History Tour

Raleigh African American History Tour

AU$27
per adult
Raleigh African American History Tour
Raleigh Downtown: Historic Walking Tours

Raleigh Downtown Historian-Guided Walking Tour

AU$27
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Raleigh Downtown Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour

Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour

AU$28
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Raleigh Historian-Guided Downtown Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Downtown Cary Hotel Deals

The Mayton

The Mayton

4 out of 5
301 S Academy St Cary NC
The price is AU$303 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$303
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Cary. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (736 reviews)
Wonderful no issues

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

The Mayton
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville

Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville

3 out of 5
2001 Hospitality Ct Morrisville NC
The price is AU$163 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$163
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,797 reviews)
didn't use the hot tub

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Downtown North

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Downtown North

3 out of 5
2610 Westinghouse Blvd Raleigh NC
The price is AU$202 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$202
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,259 reviews)
Unsafe to park car

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Downtown North
Hilton Raleigh North Hills

Hilton Raleigh North Hills

3.5 out of 5
3415 Wake Forest Rd Raleigh NC
The price is AU$182 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
AU$182
4 Apr - 5 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Raleigh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,522 reviews)
Quick weekend visit easy check-in

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Hilton Raleigh North Hills
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP

3 out of 5
1001 Hospitality Ct Morrisville NC
The price is AU$145 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$145
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,588 reviews)
Toilet made a loud noice when flushed. gutter outside window broken and on ground - lot of noice when raining . States shuttle service but when asked , no driver available

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
Quality Inn & Suites Raleigh Durham Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Raleigh Durham Airport

2.5 out of 5
1001 Aerial Center Pkwy Morrisville NC
The price is AU$115 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
AU$115
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free breakfast, a free airport shuttle and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,013 reviews)
A few hours after getting in the room, my wife was just finishing up in the shower when the door to the room opened. An other couple were given our room. The other couple and myself went to the desk to find out what happened. The guy was like so, what’s the problem, I thought the room was empty. ...

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Quality Inn & Suites Raleigh Durham Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Cary

There's a beautiful view of this lake from the top of James B. Hunt Library on Centennial Campus. They allow fishing on this lake too

Southwest Raleigh

While visiting Southwest Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Johnson and J.C. Raulston Arboretum.

Southwest Raleigh
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University Park

If you're spending some time in University Park, Raleigh Little Theater and Raleigh Rose Garden are top sights worth seeing.

University Park
Garden on Good Friday

Northwest Raleigh

If you're spending some time in Northwest Raleigh, Crabtree Valley Mall and Laurel Hills Park are top sights worth seeing.

Northwest Raleigh
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Crabtree Valley

You'll love the popular shops in Crabtree Valley, and you might want to stick around to check out Crabtree Valley Mall, a top place to visit.

Crabtree Valley
This is a really unique bar that just opened down town. You can poor yourself as much beer as you want of each beer and you pay by the ounce. They're constantly changing the taps out too. They have a pretty good sized menu, but the food isn't spectacular.

Glenwood South

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Glenwood South and surrounding area, you can visit North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences and Raleigh City Hall.

Glenwood South
Trolley Pub Raleigh, it's always a fun time with a few friends, rain or shine!

Warehouse District

If you're spending some time in Warehouse District, CAM Raleigh and Boylan Bridge are top sights worth seeing.

Warehouse District

Downtown Cary Travel Guide

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