Overview
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1 hour
Mobile ticket
Explore the history of Cary, one of North Carolina's most interesting municipalities. From its earliest foundation, Cary has been a center of innovation, featuring one of the earliest public schools in North Carolina, as well as serving as the home of one of North Carolina's most impactful inventors of agricultural machinery, to the foundation of North Carolina's oldest racially integrated social club. Experience this guided jaunt written by a local historian and hosted by an enthusiastic, passionate, and knowledgeable guide.
Some of the sites we will visit include the Page-Walker Hotel, Ashworth Drugs, the Ivey Ellington House, Pasmore House, Cary Arts Center, and more.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Cary
Travelers will travel between a selection of historic sites in downtown Cary, including the old WPA Cary High School, Ivey-Ellington House, Pasamore House, Ashworth Drug Store, and the Page-Walker Hotel
Options
Downtown Cary Historian-Guided Tour
What‘s Included
A talented and informed guide to share the city's wonderful character
A tour of historic sites in downtown Cary
Bottled water
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun and informative tour!
Discover594566,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was a great tour! Had no idea of the history of Cary. Andrew was well informed and answered all our questions! Excellent way to spend an hour!
Worthwhile
L5480TNjamesv,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience. The tour guide was friendly and very knowledgable. He was very open to questions and fun to interact with. The tour had a great flow, as he tied the beginning to the conclusions. Interesting aside facts.
Historic Cary walk
NancyVA1950,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andy led our group of capable senior citizens on a very enjoyable walk through historic Cary Downtown. With at least 2 opportunities to sit down and rest in the shade, while he carried on his lively commentary, the group was impressed with his knowledge and delivery.
The cultivator was invented in Cary, FIRST High School in North Carolina and Hotel for Rail Passengers
936laquittab,Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andrew Nason was a wealth of knowledge as he explained the History and people that built Cary North Carolina as we walked
Historical tour of downtown Cary
L1121HAmaryw,Apr 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Historical Tour of Downtown Carey NC was given by Andy! He was amazing and very knowledgeable about the area. We would highly recommend this tour and ask for Andy
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