Visit Downtown Cary
Popular places to visit
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.
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 Fairgrounds
Enjoy an outing to North Carolina State Fairgrounds during your stay in Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Lenovo Center
Catch an event at Lenovo Center during your trip to Raleigh. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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.
Cary Arts Center
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Cary Arts Center during your travels in Cary. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Raleigh Downtown Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Raleigh Scavenger Hunt: Raleigh Round The Capitol
Raleigh North Carolina Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game
2 Hour Sushi Making Class With Local Chef in Raleigh
Guided Walking Historian Tour in Downtown Durham
Top hotels in Downtown Cary
The Mayton
Great vibe — elegant and cozy (but not stuffy). The hotel location drew us and did not disappoint. The Downtown Cary Park is easily accessible! Also walked to restaurants a few blocks away.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Downtown North
Ms Cassandra at the front desk is amazing! I had a minor issue with my room initially, and she fixed it immediately. The room itself was clean, bed comfortable, AC worked great, but Ms Cassandra really made it a wonderful stay after a very long drive!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hilton Raleigh North Hills
Clean and large lobby with very pleasant hosts that were efficient and fast.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Raleigh Durham Intl AP
Great experience
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Sonesta Select Raleigh Durham Airport Morrisville
The lobby was festive for the holidays, which was an added touch to the property. The rooms were basic, but it served our purpose for one night; we were flying out of the country for vacation the following morning. The staff greeted us and were pleasant. The shuttle drivers to and from the hotel ...
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Raleigh-Durham Airport, NC
we had car trouble ,they were very helpful
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Cary
Southwest Raleigh
While visiting Southwest Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like J.C. Raulston Arboretum and J.S. Dorton Arena.
Northwest Raleigh
If you're spending some time in Northwest Raleigh, Crabtree Valley Mall and North Carolina Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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 North Carolina Museum of History.
Warehouse District
If you're spending some time in Warehouse District, CAM Raleigh and Boylan Bridge are top sights worth seeing.
Midtown Raleigh
While visiting Midtown Raleigh, you might make a stop by sights like North Hills Shopping Center and Village District.
