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    Luray Caverns

    4.2 (774 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Nehal A.

    Luray Cavern is one of the largest cave system in Eastern USA, spreading over 64 acres. The cave maintains a year round temperature of 54F (12C) and has a 97% clean air quality. It gets chili on hottest of summer days, so a light jacket is recommended to bring along. The main pathway is about 1.5 miles long, 160 feet deep at the lowest point, takes about an hour to walk and explore the whole place. It is one of the most popular tourist destination in Virginia. We bought tickets for the 8:30am guided tour on July 4th. There's only one guided session offered each day. We were glad do pick the tour because 1. we got the cave before it got super crowded and 2. Scott was a fantastic tour guide, throwing historical notes, facts and bunch of dad jokes for the 2 hour long session. The cavern itself was so stunning to explore. I had never seen a cave so closely before. The rocks and the formations really displayed the crazy workings of Mother Earth. Whole place had wonder ambient lighting, highlighting the best parts of the cave. The pathway was smooth and had guard rails in steep places. After we were done with the cavern, we went to the other museum in the area that were included with our ticket. The gift shop was also huge, full of amazing merchandise. We bought a bunch of stuff like magnets, stickers and photo frame. The shop was giving a free Luray cavern tote bag for shopping over $100.

    Joe H.

    Such a cool place!! (literally, it's like 50 def down there) At first I thought the ticket price was a bit high, but once we went thru the cavern and wound our way through the labyrinth, I feel like the price matched the experience. We spent a good 2 hours working our way around, and it seemed like every turn there were new interesting formations to see. At one point I told my kids it felt like a real life gravel rock set, but sadly they don't know that reference . The car museum was a cool surprise as well with a bunch of really cool vintage cars and carafes that I was not expecting but made the visit even more worth it. Overall 10/10 would recommend!

    Darlene B.

    Visited this natural, largest caverns in the US, on June 13, 2026. If you plan to go solo, like I did, with friends or family; headed over to Triple AAA website and purchase your tickets. By doing that you save around $6 , per ticket. The check in process is fairly easy, they scan your ticket before entering the Cavern, and at the Luray Valley Museum to keep track of attendance. For your ticket purchase, it includes the Car & Carriage Museum, Luray Caverns, Toy Town Adventure and the Luray Valley Museum. The cavern was beyond beautiful, from the history of when it was found back in 1878; to the informative brochure that tells you about the cavern and it's formation. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes and if you get chilly , depending on your visit take a jacket. Well worth the visit for all. Breathtaking, unbelievable inside the cavern. Check it out , and learn as you go, well enjoy nature beautiful creation; the Luray Caverns.

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    Jerry H.

    If you are wheelchair bound, disabled or having trouble walking, the Luray Caverns is not for you. Otherwise, there is plenty to do all in one day. Wifey and I have never been to caverns and did not know what to expect. The caverns goes up and down, round and round and through and through. It is for the young and the very young at heart. We asked at the welcome center if the caverns were handicapped accessible. It is not so do not be fooled. After the caverns, we exited. We were too exhausted to do anything else. We were all pooped out. The wheelchair got away from us a couple of times but no matter. We handled it. Thank you Lucay caverns for an awesome by tiring afternoon. I mean this literally!

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    Lana K.

    Researched this place we arrived. We were really excited about seeing and hearing the organ. We were lucky that it was very busy; however, overall, it was overhyped. It was interesting, but we really were hoping for the organ to play longer than it did so that we could appreciate it. It does play every 5 minutes if you want to wait until the next play, which we did. It was made to be more of a tourist attraction with the maze and other museums rather than an appreciation of a natural wonder.

    Pamela S.

    I have been to many Caverns in my travels and this one by far is the best I've ever seen. Some you must travel far down under ground this one you just walk into no elevators, making it nicer for people with fear of tight spaces. To begin with the parking lot is huge and they also have parking for RV's which is great. Walked into the welcome center and purchased our tickets. If you have a Giant grocery card you get a discount. Walked down a ramp into the caverns. We took so many photos. Every step you take is spectacular. Finally, we visited the display of cars and carriages. What a wonderful collection. They also have a rope park, a village and a garden maze. Fun for the whole family.

    Lisa M.

    Omg! So much fun! I've always wanted to tour this place so this was a dream! It's a beautiful cavern and since it was mid week, it wasn't busy at all. I am pretty claustrophobic so at the tail end when things kinda got smaller I had to get through quickly. So glad we made the trip.

    Hammed A.

    Luray Caverns is a great all-purpose experience whether you're on a romantic date, solo, or with the family. Having visited multiple times, it is a great experience for all. For what comes with your entry pass, the sale is a very good value. $36 for adults and $34 for seniors. $18 for children 6-12 and children under 6 are free. Included in your entry ticket is your Luray Caverns self-guided tour, which simply means you walk through the caverns at your own pace, the Car & Carriage Caravan Museum, Shenandoah Heritage Village, and Toy Town Junction. If you have time, there is also a garden maze nextdoor which is $12 for adults, $8 for children ages 6-12, and children 5 and under are free. I recommend purchasing tickets in advance, online, as ticket lines in person can someone be long with many tour groups. What I love about Luray Caverns is it is the largest cavern on the east coast and has an interesting history. Young boys walking in a field and noticing air coming from a sinkhole led to the discovery of the caverns in the late 1800s. There are huge chambers in the caverns, making space for large groups to gather. You'll also observe wishing pools, sparkling lakes that present an optical illusion, and original paved walkways. Seeing the stalactites and stalagmites is a wonder. The Great Stalacpipe Organ is also a must-see as it is the world's largest musical instrument in the caves. If visiting in the summer, you'll appreciate the drop in temperature as you descend the caves, making for a cool summer activity. The temperature in the caves remain consistent throughout the year. One thing to note is there are narrow ramps and walking paths throughout the caverns, so keep this in mind if visiting with guests with mobility concerns. Overall, a very good experience and one worth visiting.

    A few areas near the exit have low ceilings - watch your head!
    Adam K.

    WHY should you see Luray Caverns? Luray caverns are beautiful, true. Undeniably stunning vistas. But why here specifically? Apart from the fact that to come to this exhibit, there is a lot to do in the small town of Luray and its surrounding areas. In a smart move, some smaller museums have been established right along the same walkway as the entrance to Luray Caverns - museums you might otherwise never go out of your way to see, but still enjoy. A short drive from Luray is Shenandoah National Park. At the end of the day, appreciating the beauty of the caverns themselves is AN EXISTENTIAL EXERCISE. When you look at the hundreds (probably thousands, really) of stalagmites and stalactites and realize that each cubic inch takes a century to form, when you realize it took millions of years to form, you can't help but feel the awe of standing in this place that existed before people, that was forming when dinosaurs still walked the Earth. That alone makes it worth it. I liked the SELF-GUIDED TOUR. My family likes to take our time with such things, and we got to slow down and appreciate each notable spot and not feel like others were waiting for us. Conversely, there were groups that moved through rather quickly. A little pamphlet with numbers gives a little info on each spot. My personal favorites were the DREAM LAKE and the STALAGPIPE ORGAN. The Dream Lake really does feel otherworldly, surreal. With no more than 18 inches of water, it reflects a mirror world of deep chasms and at times you feel like you could fall in. The Stalagpipe organ is an amazing feat of engineering with an ethereal, almost haunting sound. They play a few tones on it periodically. No wonder some people choose to get married in that big hall where it is located. Indeed, a wedding party gathered outside as we were leaving. There are RAMPS and SLOPING PATHS, but I would not call the caverns ADA-compliant by any stretch. Child #3 rolled along in his stroller and most of the time this was fine, but at least once I had to really push at a steep angle to get him up to another level. It would be difficult for some folks in wheelchairs, depending on arm strength or motor. This goes without saying, but the caverns are a consistent temperature and humidity. Pleasantly cool; having a light sweater or jacket isn't a bad idea. And it is that way year-round, so you don't have to worry about the weather outside! The gift shop is pretty standard with tchotchkes galore. Nothing too outrageously priced. The whole experience was a wonderful one and I would recommend it to anyone who appreciate natural beauty.

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    skyler a.

    Overpriced. Good experience but overpriced. Adults are $36. And the children's price ends at 12 years old. So you can have two 13 year olds and two adults and it will be $144. Good experience but make sure your wallet can take it.

    Jennifer D.

    My first time in a cavern and was blown away at nature's hidden beauty. The tour was self guided and easily navigated. The walkways are mostly lined with rails to hold on to. Some spots get slick. I saw a few older folks have a hard time going down some of the pathways. Take Baby steps to stay safe. My photos do not do justice to in person views. After we finished the caverns we toured the property. Everything was great.

    Alise R.

    Wow this was a tremendous site. It's crazy to learn about the stalactites and the stalagmites. They grow 1" every 100+ years. So crazy to see what formed here over time. Def take a tour here if you are in the area.

    One of many gorgeous formations in the cave.
    Lucille T.

    This cave is a must see if you are ever in the Luray, Va., area, or anywhere within a couple of hours drive. It is the largest cavern on the east coast and is just truly gorgeous. It's an easy walk all through the cave on a fairly even path that lets you behold beautiful stalactites and stalagmites in their true element. There are lakes of water in the cave that offer beautiful reflections. The temperature stays an even 54 degrees as you wind through the attraction taking in some unique and unbelievably pretty formations. There's also the world's largest natural musical instrument -- a stalacpipe organ -- that self plays some great tunes. This was truly an enjoyable way to spend an afternoon.

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    Do we have to stay with the tour? Is there a time limit in the caverns? Can we bring a tripod?…

    Just went yesterday and we had no guide for a tour. We took ourselves. 12.17.24

    How many hours should one plan to spend?

    2-4 there are more than just the caves and you'll want to break and enjoy it all has to offer.

    Is Luray Caverns open on Black Friday 2020? If yes, what are the timings?

    Luray Caverns is open every day of the year (including Black Friday). First entry into the caverns each day at 9 a.m.… 

    How long is the walk through the caverns? And if you want to turn around and exit can you?

    The tour is about an hour. There is a self guided tour but that depends on how fast you go. At a… 

    Is it handicapped accessible?

    I do not believe so, they are in the process of completing a ramp that will get you down into the cave, but as of 2 weeks ago it was not yet open. I'd call and ask.

    Is it better to purchase tickets in advance or just purchase them upon showing up? Is there a likelihood that we'd have to wait long to purchase tickets or that they would be at capacity for the day?

    Agree with all the previous posts. Also, you wont be able to use any of the discounts if you buy online. There are a number of discounts available. The ticket office has… 

    How was the ropes course and how long can you spend doing this... ?can you pay for it separate or is it an add on to the cavern admission?

    Each trail consists of several poles that are connected by different acrobatic elements. The park in-corporates a sophisticated safety system using ropes, belay devices, harnesses and helmets with trained personnel supervising every participant. We… 

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    The coolest parts of the cave are the reflecting pool "Dream Lake" and the stalagpipe organ in the grand hall.

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    Car and Carriage Caravan Museum

    Car and Carriage Caravan Museum

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    This museum is part of the Luray Cavern complex and the ticket is also included as part of it. The…read moreentrance is next to the cafe shop. From entrance to exit, it's looped red carpet walkway with cars and carriages on both sides. As I was walking through, I loved the collection of cars and carriages on display. The sections were split by decades starting from beginning of 19th century to the mid 70s. It was so amazing to see the older models and to visualize the evolution of car models from its old days. There were really well known models on display like Delaunay, Winston, Ford, Buick, Benz, Lincoln and Dodge. All car models were tip top clean. There were no staff members inside the museum. It was mostly self exploring. But there few of them available in the sweet shop near entrance and in the gift shop. The gift shop was a separate one from the big Luray cavern one, and they also had mostly different products in the shop.

    Probably not a place I would seek out if I were not already visiting Luray Caverns. But this is one…read moreof the random museums in the same strip whose price of admission is included when going to the caverns, so we checked it out. The tour is self-guided, starting from old 19th-century coaches to mid 20th century luxury cars. No guides or staff, just a little path taking you on a tour through the years and getting to explore what there is. If you like antique cars or are a mechanic nerd, you'll love this place. It is pretty cool to see how the styles changed over the decades, especially with various Cadillac, Rolls-Royce, and Ford models. You can get through the whole museum in 10-20 minutes, depending on how quickly you move along. For the the variety of cars and the price of admission, it's worth checking out.

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