Fantastic Caverns

Category: Tourist attraction in Springfield, Missouri

Address: 4872 N Farm Rd 125, Springfield, MO 65803, USA

Phone: +14178332010

Opening hours

Sunday: 8AM–9PM

Monday: 8AM–9PM

Tuesday: 8AM–9PM

Wednesday: 8AM–9PM

Thursday: 8AM–9PM

Friday: 8AM–9PM

Saturday: 8AM–9PM

Reviews

Delisabel Lopez

Jul 25, 2022

Best place to visit and with a lot of history. The tour is in a jeep ride so anyone can visit the cavern, enjoy this natural beauty without any difficulties. The tour is 55 minutes long at nice 60 degrees. They also provide a group photo as part of the tour at no additional cost. Beautiful place and highly recommended. It is open most of the year. You and your family will not regret it.

James Marsh

Jul 6, 2022

Fantastic Caverns is a wonderful little surprise just outside Springfield Missouri. We had a group of eight, four adults, four children, and we were able to get on a tour within 10-20 minutes of arrival. The unique thing about this cave tour was that the whole tour is done from the comfort of a trailer being pulled by a Jeep. This makes it a great choice for young children, elderly or any visitors with mobility issues. Mark, our tour guide, gave us all the pertinent safety info before we headed out. During the tour he stopped and got out at specified stops along the way to give us a little history on the cave, and to show off the magnificent structures inside. This made it easy to get some good photos inside. He delivered the history and stories about the cave with all the wit and humor you expect from a great tour guide. If you are in the area, I recommend stopping in and checking it out.

Abby Jones

Jun 7, 2022

Worth the stop for sure! Great history & science info on the guided Jeep tour. Cave is amazing. We took lots of pictures & they turned out great. Plan just over an hour (if there’s no wait & you plan on visiting the gift shop & looking around). Perfect for adults & children 4 & up.

Dillon

Jun 5, 2022

We had the most outstanding guide for our cave tour! The lighting inside the caves were fantastic (pun intended) a very soft and indirect lighting that really set the mood throughout the whole tour. The seats were fairly comfortable, but could have used some kind of padding. The souvenir shop had plenty of items to choose from. And the whole staff were super friendly and very informative. Overall this was an experience of a lifetime, and if you get the chance, I recommend taking it.

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Questions & Answers

Is fantastic caverns a ride through cave

mazie mize | Apr 11, 2020
Arika Hamilton | Apr 12, 2020

Yes it is a ride through a big fantastic cave

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My son is confined to a wheel chair would he be able to ride it in his chair?

Tim Sommer | Apr 12, 2019
Lorraine Henry | Apr 13, 2019

There is a ramp to the loading area. The tram is like a trailer with bench seats on both sides. The jeep that pulls the tram has regular seats, he would probably be transferred from his chair to a seat in the jeep.

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How much are tickets

Phillip Stewart | Apr 12, 2018
Francesca Alliman | Apr 13, 2018

I believe it was $25 a person. It's worth it.

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Can I buy tickets sameday?

micha congdon | May 16, 2021
Kevin Peterson | May 17, 2021

Yes you can

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Is there a gift shop? Ive never been but my daughter is going on a field trip there and i was hoping she could bring home some pretty rocks.

Timey Meyer | Apr 12, 2019
The epik xFixn2Winx | Apr 13, 2019

Yes. There is a gift shop. Shirts, rocks, mining helmet's, and much more.

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Is there big rig parking

Juan Guerra | Apr 12, 2018
Fritz B | Apr 13, 2018

Not really large.

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What is the cost

Tamatha Lomax | Apr 12, 2018
Dana Bowers | Apr 13, 2018

It was worth it

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Are masks still required

William Miller | Jul 15, 2021
Dana Cox | Jul 16, 2021

No

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Is it open all year

rob war | Apr 11, 2021
George Kennedy | Apr 12, 2021

Yes

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How long is the tour?

Michael Berns | Apr 12, 2019
Christopher Branscum | Apr 13, 2019

It's too short for the money you pay, in my opinion.

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Is fantastic caverns appropriate for 3 year olds ?

Mary Bulk | Mar 12, 2022
Raymond Jessop | Mar 13, 2022

My 3 year old was really excited to go to the cave. He almost made it all the way through without complaining about wanting to do something else. It is worth a try. The older 2 had fun.

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How many people can fit in a tram?

Stacy Heckadon | Mar 12, 2022
Zeth Pankhurst | Mar 13, 2022

Depends on how busy but they fitted about 20 people per tram

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Is it open on Sunday

Mille Bergendahl | Aug 14, 2021
Fantastic Caverns (Owner) | Aug 15, 2021

Yes

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Can I spilt my visit up into to days with purchasing the combo are will I need to purchase a ticket each time? I'm a senior with limited walking so I know it'll take me a couple of days to see everything

Cleatus Lynch | Apr 11, 2021
christina dillon | Apr 12, 2021

This tour is a ride through tour! Only walking you do is into the building to buy tickets and down the ramp to get onto the tram.

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How much is it?

Donna Peterson | Apr 11, 2020
Lionna Sky | Apr 12, 2020

From their website... General Admission Adult: $26.00 General Admission Child: (Age 6-12) $17.00 Children 5 and Under: Free with Parent Adult Group Rate:$18.50 Child Group Rate: (Age 12 & under)$7.00 Adult Season Pass: $31.00 Child Season Pass: $22.00

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What are the prices?

Douglas Bell | Apr 11, 2020
dedonna mcmillan | Apr 12, 2020

My boyfriend paid, but I think it was around $25 a person, but I don't know if they have different prices for kids

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Can someone in a wheelchair be able to enjoy this and explore the area as well

JANE “DOUBLE G” CULWELL | Apr 11, 2020
Gracie Cooley | Apr 12, 2020

I'm not that sure but I think Arika Hamilton is probably right

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How muc is the toll for exit 75

Swaleha Junaid | Apr 12, 2019
Mark Porter | Apr 13, 2019

There's no tolls

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What does it cost for a two year old and a 4 month old with class on class field trip

Tressa Hull | Apr 12, 2019
Leslie Anchors | Apr 13, 2019

Not sure but i dont think there is a charge for one that young.

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Do you need reservations

Dorothy Woods | Apr 12, 2019
Robert M | Apr 13, 2019

Reservations are not needed jeeps leave every 20 - 30 minutes and tickets are only sold for the next jeep

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How long is the tram tour?

Caroline Anderson | Apr 12, 2019
Lucia Dorr | Apr 13, 2019

1 hour

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Are there any senior discounts? Because I’m going with my grandma

Konstantin Titarenko | Apr 12, 2019
M Girkinger | Apr 13, 2019

Yes there are discounts for children, and seniors with IDs.

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Do they have group rates?

Brandy Cook | Apr 12, 2018
jaime galindo | Apr 13, 2018

Yes ,they do.call them and make reservation so you can fet the best price

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Are pets allowed on ride thru?

Sherri Eckhoff | Apr 12, 2018
Shirley Gilmore | Apr 13, 2018

Pets are allowed on the tour. Just tell them at the ticket counter.

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can you walk in the cave?

Christopher Pinzke | Jan 11, 2022
Martin Ramon | Jan 12, 2022

No it's only ride thru.

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How many years did it take to developed fantastic caverns geogicaly?

Elijah Beld | Dec 12, 2021
Kathi Rig | Dec 13, 2021

100 years per inch

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Clusterphobia people is this a good place to be in?

Edith Almanza | Nov 12, 2021
Kerry Williams | Nov 13, 2021

We went on a weekday and there were only 4 of us on the tram. My husband is very claustrophobic and he didn't have any problems. We thought there was plenty of space. A few overhead places to watch for but not closed in.

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Are there snakes in the caverns? 😟

Misty Miller | Nov 12, 2021
Glenn blount | Nov 13, 2021

No

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Will we be allowed to bring a small, 7 pound dog on the tour? She will be held and/or sit in our lap?

N W | Aug 14, 2021
Fantastic Caverns (Owner) | Aug 15, 2021

Yes. Fantastic Caverns is pet-friendly. Pets are welcome to accompany their people. Pets should be friendly and remain on a leash. Simply let the team at Fantastic Caverns know that you have a pet.

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What time do you open on Saturday?

Dana Hill | Aug 14, 2021
Kimi Holmes Corrigan | Aug 15, 2021

8am? Nice!

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Is fantastic caverns pet friendly

Bryan Meisberger | Aug 14, 2021
Fantastic Caverns (Owner) | Aug 15, 2021

Fantastic Caverns is pet-friendly. Pets are welcome to accompany their people. Pets should be friendly and remain on a leash. Simply let the information counter team know that you have a pet.

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Do you have senior discounts?

Elvira Blair | Jul 15, 2021
Jeremy Abbott | Jul 16, 2021

I don't believe so, they don't offer a military/veteran discount either

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How much does it cost this year?

Janeane McPeek | Jun 15, 2021
Jesse Williams | Jun 16, 2021

$28 per person.

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Hello, good day, a question how much does the tour cost to enter and how long does it take?

Antonio Montelongo | Apr 11, 2021
Fantastic Caverns (Owner) | Apr 12, 2021

For the year 2021, admission for ages 13 and older is $ 28 per person, and admission for ages 6 to 12 is $ 17 per child. Children five and under are free with their parents. Tours are presented in English and the tour takes about an hour to get through the cave.

Can someone that is wheelchair bound able to take the tour?? Is unable to b moved to vehicle.

Kathy Wagner | Apr 11, 2021
Fantastic Caverns (Owner) | Apr 12, 2021

Yes. The Jeep-drawn trams used at the cave are equipped with pull-out ramps and can accommodate wheelchairs no larger than 28 inches wide and 45 inches tall.

Can I bring my dogs

Tammy Wilson | Apr 11, 2021
Susie | Apr 12, 2021

I read online that they are indeed pet friendly, but I would recommend giving them a call to confirm. Great tour you will definitely enjoy it.

hi... is the cave open to public?

Sadeep Singh Kapali | Apr 11, 2021
nick walton | Apr 12, 2021

It is, my wife and i were just there for a tour. They do require a face mask since you are close to other visitors.

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Do they happen to offer military discounts ?

Ronald Clift | Apr 11, 2021
Jennifer Philpot | Apr 12, 2021

Yes they do. My son in law used his last week when we visited.

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camping anywhere nearby?

Mark Lasky | Apr 11, 2021
Rafael Flores | Apr 12, 2021

Its a camping place in same park, or several along the route there

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How much does the ticket cost to enter

YESY Cruz | Apr 11, 2021
Fantastic Caverns (Owner) | Apr 12, 2021

For the year 2021, admission for ages 13 and older is $ 28 per person, and admission for ages 6 to 12 is $ 17 per child. Children five and under are free with their parents. Tours are presented in English and the tour takes about an hour to get through the cave.

What is the price

Bev Schrock | Apr 11, 2021
Valerie The Queen | Apr 12, 2021

General Admission Adult:$28.00 General Admission Child: (Age 6-12)$17.00 Children 5 and Under:Free with Parent Adult Group Rate:$18.50 Child Group Rate: (Age 12 & under)$7.00 Adult Season Pass$33.00 Child Season Pass$22.00

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Can you walk along the Little Sac River? Is there a gravel trail along it still or is there now a viewing platform?

Tamarie Hall | Apr 11, 2021
Dino DiMaso | Apr 12, 2021

I only saw a viewing platform.

Can u bring a small dog

Barbara Morey | Apr 11, 2020
Jared Dennis | Apr 12, 2020

I dont think it would be a problem

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Is there a military discount?

Andrew Alexander | Apr 11, 2020
Penny Bless | Apr 12, 2020

I am sure there is.

How much is this for two people to go to

Luke neal | Apr 11, 2020
Kyle Neblett | Apr 12, 2020

I paid 98 for 2 adults and 2 kids just a month ago

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What are the days F.C. is closed?

Cyndie Green | Apr 11, 2020
Giorgio Dicesare | Apr 12, 2020

Only closed on Christmas.

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Is there senior discount for fantastic caverns

Cheryl Martin | Apr 11, 2020
jeanetta henderson | Apr 12, 2020

And they give you a free group picture for every ticket holder. We bought 2 separate tickets so we got 2 given to my hubby and I. Another group had bought tickets together and their froyo only had gotten one. They had an elderly uncle from another state that wanted one so I gave him our 2nd copy is the family member wouldn't have to mail him a copy. So am sure they must structure it into the fee. Talking Caverns charged ten bucks for the picture they took when we went there. Fantastic Caverns was a much better tour. You will want to go

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What would be the temperature at this time in the caves

Robert Ndauwa | Apr 11, 2020
Susan White | Apr 12, 2020

60 degrees

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Is this handicap accessible?

Kathy Nofziger | Apr 11, 2020
Char Leet | Apr 12, 2020

Yes, No worries. Have a good time.

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Are the caves open year round? I have a friend visiting in October and would like to take her there.

Carol Howard | Apr 11, 2020
Monique Harrison | Apr 12, 2020

Yes they are open. Holidays may change hours of operation. The tram ride is covered. There is an inner cave that you can walk into. Ask your guide about it.

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How much does it cost

Kenny Watts | Apr 11, 2020
Family Schill | Apr 12, 2020

$26 adults, $17 child 6 to 12 yr, 5 and under free

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Are they open on Sundays?

Carol Martin | Apr 11, 2020
Thomas Denney | Apr 12, 2020

Yes; 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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Are the tickets very high?

Margarett Stuart | Apr 11, 2020
Rodney Davidson | Apr 12, 2020

Here are the admission prices General Admission Adult:$26.00 General Admission Child: (Age 6-12)$17.00 Children 5 and Under:Free with Parent Adult Group Rate:$18.50 Child Group Rate: (Age 12 & under)$7.00 Adult Season Pass$31.00 Child Season Pass$22.00

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Can I take my dogs as I am doing a road trip

Mary stuart | Apr 11, 2020
Estelle Boeger | Apr 12, 2020

I saw other people take in dogs. Don't know if they we re service dogs. Call them and ask

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In the Gift Shop, do they sell Post Cards?

maya x | Apr 12, 2019
Erick conley | Apr 13, 2019

Yes 3 3.00 $

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How old do you have to be to get a Senior's Discount? I dont have any Apps on my mobile!

maya x | Apr 12, 2019
Debbie Joy | Apr 13, 2019

I was there a few days ago. There are no senior discounts.

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Is there a Seniors Discount?

maya x | Apr 12, 2019
Jeremiah Cullins | Apr 13, 2019

I didn't see a sign for one when i was there but it doesn't hurt to call and ask i guess.

How much for kids 9 years old

Marian Squires | Apr 12, 2019
Kim Haapala | Apr 13, 2019

Kids 6-12 $17 adults $24

Are there bats in the cave system?? One of my girls is deathly afraid of them and I don't want her to get freaked out!

Patrick Allen | Apr 12, 2019
Erick conley | Apr 13, 2019

There are 36 bats but you don't get near them. Or see them.

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Are you able to ride through with an infant?

Mama Cole | Apr 12, 2019
Tommy Thompson | Apr 13, 2019

I wouldn't recommend it either there are some pretty steep grades.

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Is this a state park

Rose Annunziato | Apr 12, 2019
Jennifer Stephens | Apr 13, 2019

No it's owned by an individual

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Is there bathrooms

Deisy Ambrocio | Apr 12, 2019
Deana Schmidt | Apr 13, 2019

Not during the ride in the caves. But yes

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Is there a bathroom

Deisy Ambrocio | Apr 12, 2019
Tor Møller | Apr 13, 2019

Yes, No problem

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Do you offer any Military, AARP or Senior discounts.

Melody Weston | Apr 12, 2019
kenny blades | Apr 13, 2019

I believe it was 10%

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Is it cold inside caverns?

C G | Apr 12, 2019
Nilo Cortex | Apr 13, 2019

The cave sits naturally at 60'f all year round

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How long is it and how much

Dawson Binning | Apr 12, 2019
Linda Reed | Apr 13, 2019

25 for one adult ticket

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Would this be a good experience for children 3 and 6?

Jordan Rowe | Apr 12, 2019
Phillip Dyer | Apr 13, 2019

My 18 months old girls loved it ... my 4 and 5 yr old boys thought the formations were amazing but did not like the total darkness part... All in all though when we finished it they wanted to go again...would have to agree with the others depends on the kid.

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What hotels are near

Cyndy Huff | Apr 12, 2019
Fro | Apr 13, 2019

None super close

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is it handicap accessible? unable to walk stairs or long distances.

Donna Rangel | Apr 12, 2019
Cortney Pitcher | Apr 13, 2019

It is! They have ramps from the parking lot to the building and from the building to the tram. The entire tour through the cave is on a tram. Only issue you might have is there is an area where the ceiling is low and you need to tuck your head. It might be an issue if you have trouble with that.

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Do they take reservations?

Amy O'Neal | Apr 12, 2019
Larry Rhonda Hamilton | Apr 13, 2019

They will take reservations or you can just show up.

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How far from the Springfield/Branson Airport?

Debbie Perrone | Apr 12, 2019
Cherilyn Cheadle | Apr 13, 2019

19 min (10.4 mi) via I-44 E

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How late do they run the guided tours?

Brandy Michelle | Apr 12, 2018
Aneva Hiser | Apr 13, 2018

All tours are guided. Visitors ride through the cave in wagons pulled by a jeep driving tour guide. The hours are 8AM until 7PM. Easter hours may vary.

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How much for kids under age 12

William Ring | Apr 12, 2018
Peggy Garrison | Apr 13, 2018

How. Long on tour

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Is it worth 25$?

Mystic_ YT-TTV | Apr 12, 2018
Tommy Thompson | Apr 13, 2018

You bet! I'm planning on going again this summer. The gift shop is awesome also.

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Is picture taking allowed?

Richard Rutherford | Apr 12, 2018
Kim Wiley | Apr 13, 2018

Yes. I video taped the whole thing.

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How much is the admission for the tour

Christy Weaver | Apr 12, 2018
Greta Wilmeth | Apr 13, 2018

25.31 with tax per person

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Are you open all?

Heidi Holdner | Apr 12, 2018
John Morrison | Apr 13, 2018

I believe they are open all year

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How much is admission?

Amber Johnson | Apr 12, 2018
doug cox | Apr 13, 2018

25 per person,it's well worth it :)

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And what are the showing times

Mark & Tari Grayson | Apr 12, 2018
Jeff Wever | Apr 13, 2018

If i remember correctly, they are every half hour. They cycle the trams fairly efficiency. We only waited 10 minutes.

How much are tickets for two adults

Mark & Tari Grayson | Apr 12, 2018
doug cox | Apr 13, 2018

25 $ each,well worth it !!

What is the admission price to the caverns

Chuck Webb | Apr 12, 2018
John Thrapp | Apr 13, 2018

$24 adults $17 (6-12) 5 and under free. Group pic was $12 There are group rates also.

When does Fantastic Cavern close for the season?

joanna streety | Apr 12, 2018
Troy Collins | Apr 13, 2018

It's open year round

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