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    Natural Bridge Caverns

    4.4 (771 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Dana K.

    One of the most amazing places I have been too..Makes you wonder what still hasn't been discovered under our feet... Very well paved and the handrails are a life saver...the descent and ascent is still tough, but benches and such to take a break...I have had a knee replacement and am not in the best shape and I had a lazy 5 yr old with me, (LOL)...and we made it...Everyone should see these caverns...My grandson also did the geode splitting which we loved and the bags for fossils...He would have loved to do the climbing , but gma is too chicken...Really a fun place for all ages....Only downfall, our tour guide had a very heavy accent so I heard quite a few saying they couldn't understand her....also the group was quite large...so would have been better to limit to a smaller group

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    Erin Y.

    Only came for Twisted Trails and the only negative thing I have to say is that I wish a ticket came with more time!!! Your 45 minutes goes by soooo quickly, especially if you spend most of it on the first level getting used to being in a harness and in the air. Speaking of the harness, it's full-body and you're connected to the structure at all times, which is very reassuring. Try something new and adventurous!!

    Renee J.

    Natural Bridge Caverns is a magnificent natural wonder hidden below ground. I had no idea how large this cavern was and how spectacular it is to see, a true natural wonder. I loved learning the history and science behind it all through our tour guide. The tour had a few difficult spots to navigate through but is a must see. Who knew something so remarkable was right here in San Antonio?

    Leigh P.

    Excellent tour, wear good shoes with rubber soles, warm and humid in the caverns. Enough stopping points to take pictures in the caverns. Friendly tour guides. To pay for parking ($10) there is a QR code, but pay when you get to the visitor center and connect to the free wifi. Your cell phone likely will not work in the lot.

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    Christina L.

    Great family place to spend a day exploring caverns and gold mining with the kids. 2 caverns to explore and able to see the bats flyi out of the cavern in the evening weather permitting.

    Sandra M.

    Everything was an amazing experience Do not leave without visiting the gift shop It's so beautiful and easy access No complaints here Even the restrooms where super clean and the snack place staff was friendly and inviting

    Our tour map...3 days/2 nights...amazing experience
    John M.

    This is where we started our Texas Cave Trail Adventure...1 of 5 caves on the round trip...Being our first cave ever we didn't know what to expect...Super friendly and knowledgeable tour guide...and technically this is a 2 for 1 cave experience...separate tickets required...The caves are cool and very humid...So you know your in Texas...We all had a great time and the scenery was exceptional. Well worth our time.

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    John P.

    On today's activities I visited a local place, "Natural Bridge Caverns". The park has another unique attraction the nature reserve with various animals that can be seen, I chose the cave area. As you drive up to the main entrance you can see a large parking area. Entering the park entrance you can get your tickets or have them validated if you purchase them in advance. There's a small snack area for drinks or some food before the adventure begins, also a nice gift shop is there too. We choose the Discovery trail which is about a 3/4 of a mile walk. It does get a tad humid inside but not to much. I don't know about other times of the year but when we went it was a little damp the handrails and the floor, so extra caution needs to be taken when walking. But inside is like another world and you begin to wonder how the original explores mapped this place out. The guides are quite knowledgeable and enjoyable as they explain the different places inside the cave. And inside the park area there's a restaurant, another gift shop and plenty of adventures for the family to enjoy. It's fairly priced but still it's not cheap for a large family, but it's worth the experience. I highly recommend this place.

    Gwen A.

    We had a great time tom our cave tour. Our guide, Kay, was fabulous. We want to come back for a latern tour.

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    Sophia E.

    The tour was so awesome I felt inclined to leave a review. The parking is $10 (personally I didn't mind) and for 2 adults for the guided tour for the hidden cavern was $80. Our tour guide was Richard who was so kind and educated on the cavern. I would highly recommend him for anyone whose a first timer. So many experiences for children and adults. One of Texas staples, as a Texan myself I will never not be wowed by the caverns especially when seeing it through the lens from a tour guide like Richard.

    Chelsea L.

    First time! It was a nice break to escape from the TX heat by hiding underground. We got tickets the day of, but if you buy in advance, you can get them on sale. Make sure to save your tickets in advance. It's difficult to find signal down there. You may not be able to pull up the tickets from your email, but they can still look you up by using your email. Arrive a bit earlier to check-in. They have different tours-we did the newest Hidden Wonders tour. This is perfect if you are just wanting to stroll and not do anything too physical. Don't need any gear, but do recommend closed toe shoes. There's a guide who explains what you are looking at as you go through the cavern. The tour is a little over an hour. Love looking at the stalagmites and stalactites. Really cool! I really liked riding the B.A.T. (Conveyer system ride) on the way out instead of walking all the way. You have to step on it naturally. If you hold on to the handrail while stepping onto it, it's easy to fall.

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    I was there in the 70's ?Has any thing changed inside the cave ? Do they turn off the lights? Or turn on some black lights for the rocks to glow? Or the formation of the rock that looks like a fry egg! Is it still there?

    Hi! We were just there a couple months ago and it is all the same. The cave hasn't changed a bit. They do turn the light off for a min or so. And they have soft dim lights throughout that come on and off.

    First time visiting and only have time for either the discovery tour or hidden wonders tour, which one should we do? Possibly the least crowded option?

    I recommend the discovery tour

    Are masks required?

    No, masks are not required. Only recommended.

    Are kids under three free?

    Yes, anyone under the age of 3 gets on the cave tour for free.

    Does the zip line and maze cost extra?

    Yes, they are separate attractions. You can purchase the maze as an add on to your tour ticket, and the Twisted Trails are priced separately at $24.99 per person.

    Do you recommend purchasing tickets ahead of time or the day of? Is it cash only?

    We recommend buying tickets online in advance. If you can buy the tickets days in advance, you can save money. Depending how early in advance you buy. We also accept all major credit cards, just no personal checks.

    Is this handicap accessible for inclines?

    Hi Andrea! Everything on the surface at Natural Bridge Caverns is handicap accessible. Unfortunately our tours are not handicap accessible. I hope this helps, if you have more questions you can call us at 210-651-6101 anytime during business hours.

    How much does it cost to enter the park?

    Ticket cost varies by date and by age of the visitor (child or adult). There are two cavern tours, so prices for each or a combo of both are available. Visit the website naturalbridgecaverns.com for specific prices on the date you choose. They… Read more

    Which would you suggest between the zip line, maze, and mining? ....asking for a 9 year old lol

    I was just there a few days ago and I did a few of the cave tours. The zip line and the maze seemed kind of tame from others that I've seen in the past. If it's your first time then it will be fun if you have done things like this in the past I'll… Read more

    Has anyone done the lantern tour? I'm interested in avoiding crowds and especially avoiding children. Any tips on which tour to take are appreciated.

    I'm not aware of tours.

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    Review Highlights - Natural Bridge Caverns

    If you have limited time and money and you want to pick only one tour, I suggest you pick the Discovery tour.

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