This former Raleigh suburb has become a destination for foodies, adventurers, and arts lovers.

Read on for the best things to do when visiting.

Its location surrounded by majestic pine trees alongside Symphony Lake gives every show there that little special something.

Cary, North Caorlina

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It’s also a good place to catch the North Carolina Symphony, which performs there throughout the summer.

The Quiche Lorraine or Croque Madam both give the perfect French boulangerie experience.

Order a flight and rank your favorites.

Koka Booth Amphitheater

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The gluten-free fried chicken with ancho chili-garlic-honey glaze is also a standout.

Every meal starts with complimentary hot tea.

You’ll also find favorites like enchiladas, tortas, and fajitas.

Cary Arts Center

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Order a stacked-high breakfast sandwich, and grab a specialty cake Bdonut for good measure.

Their signature baklava flavor features giant chunks of the traditional Greek dessert.

Other standouts include ube, peanut butter fudge, and rose pistachio.

Page-Walker Arts and History Center

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Expect live music programming in the summer and an ice-skating rink in the winter.

Other park amenities include a ropes course, playground, amphitheater, baseball fields, and several trails.

The inn is beautifully appointed and also features on-site restaurant Peck & Plume.

NC Chinese Lantern Festival

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themayton.com;301 South Academy Street, Cary, NC 27511; 919-670-5000

La Farm Bakery

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Bond Brothers Beer Co.

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Andia’s Ice Cream

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NC Courage

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Fenton

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Downtown Cary Park

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Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve

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The Umstead Hotel and Spa

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The Mayton

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