Top Things to do in Cary, NC
A crossroads of charm and culture, Cary provides an abundance of opportunities to fall in love with the Triangle. Dedicated support of the arts? Check. Charming downtown? Double check. Enticing restaurants, breweries and bakeries? Check, check and check! To help you on your way to exploring all this vibrant city has to offer, our team at NC Pro Realty has highlighted some of the best of Cary’s many attractions.
Take a self-guided tour through the Page-Walker Arts and History Center. Built in 1868 by the town founder Allison Francis Page, the historic Page-Walker hotel is flanked by a modern annex devoted to all manner of education and artistic endeavor. Sit a spell on the front porch or wander through the lovely Anne B. Kratzer Educational Herb garden surrounding the historic Page Smokehouse. Plan to spend some time on the third floor, where the Cary Heritage Museum walks visitors through a detailed timeline of the city’s history.
Fancy a game of chess? Head over to Downtown Park, a true treasure in the heart of Cary, located just steps away from the city’s state-of-the-art library. Pack a lunch to enjoy at one of the many tables surrounding the park’s magnificent fountain. Then get your game on! Bocce ball, checkers, table tennis, foosball – all are available for park patrons to enjoy! The park hosts special events throughout the year so check out the calendar for the next outdoor performance,.
Slip into the 1957 time capsule that is Ashworth Drugs. A fully functioning pharmacy, this downtown staple runs a bustling lunch counter. Polish off a delicious hot dog (they offer pork, beef and veggie options) and dreamy ice cream float at the old-fashioned soda fountain. Then be sure to check out the colorful mural at the rear of the building before strolling around the rest of Cary’s charming downtown.
Immerse yourself in the arts with a visit to the Cary Arts Center. Home to a 431-seat theater, this cultural cornerstone of the city hosts classes and camps in visual, performing and ceramic arts. Explore public art installations and gallery exhibitions before taking in one of the many theatrical or musical performances that grace the center’s stage.
Escape to Fred G. Bond Metro Park a 310-acre oasis in the heart of the city that truly offers something for everyone to enjoy the great outdoors. Walk along a beautifully wooded path, take the kids to play on the Lazy Daze playground, relax on the screened porch overlooking Bond Lake or play a ball game on the athletic fields. In warmer months, the boathouse rents out all manner of water craft from kayaks to Sunfish sailboats to row boats.
Prepare to be entertained with a visit to the Cary Theater. This art house dates back to 1946 and has been lovingly restored by the community to be a cultural center. Watch an independent film, tap your feet to live music, laugh at improv and embrace nostalgia with classic movie showings. Don’t forget to grab a sweet treat at the theater’s partner coffee shop, Brew at the Cary Theater!
These amazing attractions are just a small sample of the vibrant cultural and recreational opportunities that Cary offers! We encourage you to step outside and start exploring!
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