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When in Shenandoah - go to the caverns! Skyline Caverns is a must-visit if you're in the area and have the time. My boyfriend and I just walked in and there's basically a tour around every 45 minutes so fear not, if you have some time to kill their gift shop is enormous. Everything from sweet treats, apparel, stones, little trinkets to chess sets. Truly something for everyone. Once they announced our time we headed on over and met with our tour guide. It was very fun overall. I do recommend wearing sneakers, it's not an incredibly long walk but some parts of the ground were rocky. It's an incredible sight and everything is really detailed and explained. I loved the whole tour. You can take pictures of everything and I sure took advantage. My boyfriend got very into the tour and I can imagine everyone does. Very well thought out and rehearsed - these tour guides do a great job. I do have to mention because I think it's hilarious, as a woman if you go in with straight hair and you have a natural curl - prepare for it to curl. My hair was a fuzzball by the time I got out because the moisture in the caves is so high hahaha, just a warning! Still go though - it's a fun experience and a beautiful one too.
Tony and I visited Skyline Cavern in Front Royal, VA. The cavern opens at 9am and first tour is at 930am. We had a private tour because no one else was there. It cost us $48 for both of us. The tour lasts about an hour. Our tour guy Samantha "SAM" was very young but very informative. She did a wonderful job. It was so sad seeing something from my youth which used to be packed so empty. It is very sad. The souvenir shop is full of lovely items. The parking lot is large. We enjoyed ourselves so much. Highly recommend to everyone.
This place was really cool. We had just done the caverns at luray yesterday so I wasn't expecting them to be much different. These were much smaller, but it was so neat because it was so much more intimate. When we came inside, we purchased our tickets and were told the next tour didn't start for 20 minutes. I was like oh great. I hate tours. We browsed the gift shop until it was our time. Luckily we're in the offseason so we had a private tour. I can see why they do tours here. You definitely need one to walk around. Plus all the lights are off, so your tour guide turns them on for you. We learned so much on the tour and our guide, Courtney, was outstanding. She was so funny and so smart. I really loved her and was really glad we got her as our tour guide. These caverns were so cool. They even had trout inside! Apparently there's also salamanders, snakes, and crickets. So glad I didn't see any snakes or crickets, but I'd be down to see a salamander. She said to come after it rains as the salamanders like the water. Good to know! I would definitely come back here. It was soo cool!
Looking for a rainy day activity, my air bnb host pointed me towards Skyline Caverns. I have been to Luray Caverns, so my host said while Skyline is much smaller it's also less crowded. I was sold once he said he had a $5 off admission coupon. As a note, you can get the same coupon on their website. I went on the tour, which is about one hour. Our tour guide was new but she had the script down pat for sure. There are lots of fun facts along the way-a government agency has placed a fish in a pond area in the caverns. I love the lighting in the caverns! It's chilly down there-even when it's warm outside. I think that while it may not be as overwhelming as Luray Caverns, it has its own charm. Apparently they have a lot of wedding requests. When bringing children, you should consider if they will follow the "no touching" rule. Also if they can stand, walk, and climb a flight of steps for an hour. I know I couldn't take my toddler, mostly due to the former. I definitely recommend stopping by for a visit. It's a great side trip while in the area.
My husband and I (23yo) did this tour. You don't need any special clothes/ shoes but it is quite chilly down there. There are stairs, "ramps" up and down and a few low ceiling areas but nothing crazy. Definitely good for little children, no adrenaline junkie appeal. The cavern has a lot of historical significance and many scientific aspects that were very appealing to us- however it was only lightly touched on. You can tell that it isn't catered towards any real educational purpose- but very good family experience. Overall, it was $30 a person and about a mile walk through the cavern, taking about an hour and some change. I don't necessarily think it's worth $30 going to, but I don't regret the memories made :)
We had a very knowledgeable and funny tour guide named Andrew! We thought that the caverns themselves were beautiful and loved seeing the unique formations!
Ever heard of the narrows out west? This is like that but underground! We have been to 5 caves at this point, mammoth being one and we really enjoyed this one. I liked it better than lurary caverns . Amazing tour and cave! Don't forget to bring a jacket.
A group of nine adults came for a tour on a late Saturday morning. Our tour, along with maybe 10 other people, was surprisingly interesting and was fitting for a range of ages and abilities. The tour was also a good length, not too long or short, worth the money. We learned about a unique rock formation called anthodites, this cavern is one of the few places in the world to see them! Tristan was a personable guide with lots of jokes. There's an extensive gift shop, many non carven adjacent items. Would recommend but it wasn't as extravagant as we had hoped.
The caverns were beautiful and our tour guide was fantastic. She was very knowledgeable and funny and was great with the group. The credit card machine was down which caused some stir as we tried to Find cash and we ended up going to 711 twice to get it sorted but it was worth it. Highly worth checking out if you're in the area and try to find a coupon online like we did to save some money!
Finally found an activity during covid times that was safe. Hubby and I went on a weekday so there were no crowds and just one other couple with us! Pro's -Friendly service! Was greeted and directed to the right area immediately. -Covid safe activity. Masks worn at all times, even on the tour. Social distancing strongly encouraged. Hand sanitizer right when you walk in the door. -Large parking lot -Across is a mirror maze... Fun for smaller kids -Our tour guide, I think her name was Kate, was super knowledgeable, funny, and kind. -The tour itself was beautiful and magnificent! I learned so much history and knowledge of different types of rock formations. -Tour is walking heavy about a hour with no bathrooms. So you may need to go before the tour takes off. -A bit chilly in there. I think it's about 50 degrees in the cavern. A light jacket or a sweatshirt would do. Con's -Gift shop was a bit cramped with a lot of stuff but guess folks have tons of choices! I would definitely revisit but this time with the kids!
This could have been a dull experience, but the staff made it so fun! Our tour guide, Andrew, was super cool and we had a great time! Super fun for all ages :)
Fascinating geological site in Front Royal, Virginia. One hour drive from Dulles Airport area. Definitely worth the time and trip. Nice guided tour, informative and friendly tour guide. Coupons on their website. Did you know that this is only one of a few places in the world where you can find an Anthrodite?? It sure is. We saw one that is carbon dated at 126,000 years old and it's only 18 inches in length. So that's an extremely slow growth rate. Family fun. Nice for anyone who enjoys natural beauty.
The caverns are not quite as extensive and interesting as Luray but they are still worth a visit. There were stalactites and stalagmites but very small. The personal guide for groups is a big plus. She was very informative as well as, at times, quite amusing.
Skyline Caverns is basically located in Front Royal. You spend over an hour exploring the cave with interesting formations. Our guide was spirited and did a nice job explaining the formations. It was interesting especially when you realize how long these formations have existed. Plan to bring a light jacket as it can be chilly. read more
This place is amazing. $75 for 2 adults and one kid. Takes about two hours to cruise through. They take credit cards and have a great gift shop. Bought some cool stuff. Your guides are fun - tip at end - don't be cheap. Definitely worth a visit - discovered in 1937 on purpose - as they were looking for a tourist destination. read more
Haven't been to see caverns since I was a child and it was such a good time being back. Our tour guide was so informative and actually pretty funny. Thoroughly enjoyed my time, plus it was nice to get out of the heat being the caverns are much cooler. Would definitely head back to visit. read more
2 months ago
11 months ago
When in Shenandoah - go to the caverns! Skyline Caverns is a must-visit if you're in the area and have the time. My boyfriend and I just walked in and there's basically a tour around every 45 minutes so fear not, if you have some time to kill their gift shop is enormous. Everything from sweet treats, apparel, stones, little trinkets to chess sets. Truly something for everyone. Once they announced our time we headed on over and met with our tour guide. It was very fun overall. I do recommend wearing sneakers, it's not an incredibly long walk but some parts of the ground were rocky. It's an incredible sight and everything is really detailed and explained. I loved the whole tour. You can take pictures of everything and I sure took advantage. My boyfriend got very into the tour and I can imagine everyone does. Very well thought out and rehearsed - these tour guides do a great job. I do have to mention because I think it's hilarious, as a woman if you go in with straight hair and you have a natural curl - prepare for it to curl. My hair was a fuzzball by the time I got out because the moisture in the caves is so high hahaha, just a warning! Still go though - it's a fun experience and a beautiful one too. read more
2 years ago
4 years ago
Tony and I visited Skyline Cavern in Front Royal, VA. The cavern opens at 9am and first tour is at 930am. We had a private tour because no one else was there. It cost us $48 for both of us. The tour lasts about an hour. Our tour guy Samantha "SAM" was very young but very informative. She did a wonderful job. It was so sad seeing something from my youth which used to be packed so empty. It is very sad. The souvenir shop is full of lovely items. The parking lot is large. We enjoyed ourselves so much. Highly recommend to everyone. read more
1 year ago
This place was really cool. We had just done the caverns at luray yesterday so I wasn't expecting them to be much different. These were much smaller, but it was so neat because it was so much more intimate. When we came inside, we purchased our tickets and were told the next tour didn't start for 20 minutes. I was like oh great. I hate tours. We browsed the gift shop until it was our time. Luckily we're in the offseason so we had a private tour. I can see why they do tours here. You definitely need one to walk around. Plus all the lights are off, so your tour guide turns them on for you. We learned so much on the tour and our guide, Courtney, was outstanding. She was so funny and so smart. I really loved her and was really glad we got her as our tour guide. These caverns were so cool. They even had trout inside! Apparently there's also salamanders, snakes, and crickets. So glad I didn't see any snakes or crickets, but I'd be down to see a salamander. She said to come after it rains as the salamanders like the water. Good to know! I would definitely come back here. It was soo cool! read more
Looking for a rainy day activity, my air bnb host pointed me towards Skyline Caverns. I have been to Luray Caverns, so my host said while Skyline is much smaller it's also less crowded. I was sold once he said he had a $5 off admission coupon. As a note, you can get the same coupon on their website. I went on the tour, which is about one hour. Our tour guide was new but she had the script down pat for sure. There are lots of fun facts along the way-a government agency has placed a fish in a pond area in the caverns. I love the lighting in the caverns! It's chilly down there-even when it's warm outside. I think that while it may not be as overwhelming as Luray Caverns, it has its own charm. Apparently they have a lot of wedding requests. When bringing children, you should consider if they will follow the "no touching" rule. Also if they can stand, walk, and climb a flight of steps for an hour. I know I couldn't take my toddler, mostly due to the former. I definitely recommend stopping by for a visit. It's a great side trip while in the area. read more
2 years ago
My husband and I (23yo) did this tour. You don't need any special clothes/ shoes but it is quite chilly down there. There are stairs, "ramps" up and down and a few low ceiling areas but nothing crazy. Definitely good for little children, no adrenaline junkie appeal. The cavern has a lot of historical significance and many scientific aspects that were very appealing to us- however it was only lightly touched on. You can tell that it isn't catered towards any real educational purpose- but very good family experience. Overall, it was $30 a person and about a mile walk through the cavern, taking about an hour and some change. I don't necessarily think it's worth $30 going to, but I don't regret the memories made :) read more
2 years ago
We had a very knowledgeable and funny tour guide named Andrew! We thought that the caverns themselves were beautiful and loved seeing the unique formations! read more
2 years ago
Ever heard of the narrows out west? This is like that but underground! We have been to 5 caves at this point, mammoth being one and we really enjoyed this one. I liked it better than lurary caverns . Amazing tour and cave! Don't forget to bring a jacket. read more
A group of nine adults came for a tour on a late Saturday morning. Our tour, along with maybe 10 other people, was surprisingly interesting and was fitting for a range of ages and abilities. The tour was also a good length, not too long or short, worth the money. We learned about a unique rock formation called anthodites, this cavern is one of the few places in the world to see them! Tristan was a personable guide with lots of jokes. There's an extensive gift shop, many non carven adjacent items. Would recommend but it wasn't as extravagant as we had hoped. read more
The caverns were beautiful and our tour guide was fantastic. She was very knowledgeable and funny and was great with the group. The credit card machine was down which caused some stir as we tried to Find cash and we ended up going to 711 twice to get it sorted but it was worth it. Highly worth checking out if you're in the area and try to find a coupon online like we did to save some money! read more
Finally found an activity during covid times that was safe. Hubby and I went on a weekday so there were no crowds and just one other couple with us! Pro's -Friendly service! Was greeted and directed to the right area immediately. -Covid safe activity. Masks worn at all times, even on the tour. Social distancing strongly encouraged. Hand sanitizer right when you walk in the door. -Large parking lot -Across is a mirror maze... Fun for smaller kids -Our tour guide, I think her name was Kate, was super knowledgeable, funny, and kind. -The tour itself was beautiful and magnificent! I learned so much history and knowledge of different types of rock formations. -Tour is walking heavy about a hour with no bathrooms. So you may need to go before the tour takes off. -A bit chilly in there. I think it's about 50 degrees in the cavern. A light jacket or a sweatshirt would do. Con's -Gift shop was a bit cramped with a lot of stuff but guess folks have tons of choices! I would definitely revisit but this time with the kids! read more
3 years ago
This could have been a dull experience, but the staff made it so fun! Our tour guide, Andrew, was super cool and we had a great time! Super fun for all ages :) read more
Fascinating geological site in Front Royal, Virginia. One hour drive from Dulles Airport area. Definitely worth the time and trip. Nice guided tour, informative and friendly tour guide. Coupons on their website. Did you know that this is only one of a few places in the world where you can find an Anthrodite?? It sure is. We saw one that is carbon dated at 126,000 years old and it's only 18 inches in length. So that's an extremely slow growth rate. Family fun. Nice for anyone who enjoys natural beauty. read more
2 years ago
The caverns are not quite as extensive and interesting as Luray but they are still worth a visit. There were stalactites and stalagmites but very small. The personal guide for groups is a big plus. She was very informative as well as, at times, quite amusing. read more
3 years ago
Was a fun tour with lots of good information. Cool lights and creative creatures in the caverns. Would recommend. Had a nice time with family. read more
It's a roughly an hour tour of the cave, they say we only see 20% of the cave. The guided tour for $24 per adult is pretty good. The guide was very informative. The formations were pretty cool also. A good activity for a winter day. My 6 year old nephew also enjoyed thoroughly. They have miniature train ride, it's great if you are going in summer or spring. It was too cold for us. All in all a good place to enjoy and explore nature underground. read more
We came here at the end of October 2021. This cavern is smaller than Luray cavern but it is still worth a visit. The ticket includes a guided tour which was very informative but our guide talked so fast it was hard to catch some of the things she said. The price is cheaper than Luray caverns. Overall it was a great rainy day activity and recommended to visit this place if you're in the area. read more
4 years ago
The caverns were great! The tour guide (male - cannot remember his name with long brown hair and glasses) did an amazing job. He was very very informative and explained the cavern's history and geological formations very thoroughly. I would definitely recommend going to these caverns before Luray as Luray Caverns are more self-guided than these caverns, which had a guided tour with no additional cost of your ticket. They had some great colored lights and it made everything so pretty. Go early in the morning (9 AM) and you will get a smaller tour group. read more
5 years ago
Took my 12yr old niece here on Saturday for something to do and we enjoyed every bit of the tour. It's about an hour long and our tour guide was very knowledgeable. The caverns were really pretty especially when they had the colored lights hitting them. I recommend you wear sneakers and maybe a light sweater because it was pretty chilly down there. There's also some steps that you have to climb at the end of the tour which I heard some people complaining about (it's really not that bad) so just keep that in mind. Also, since these are covid times you do have to wear a mask throughout the tour. The entrance and exit to the caverns is through the gift shop which has a lot of cool things for purchase. I recommend checking this place out. read more
5 years ago
This was a great attraction! Our tour group was small, which made it easy to see everything and hear our guide. Our guide was great! He was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. The caverns are incredible, and the Anthrodites, which are exceedingly rare, were amazing to see. I highly recommend a visit. It is cool and very humid in the caverns, dress warmly, and be prepared for your glasses to be fogged up. read more
Awesome caverns! Great information about how they came to be and the formations inside. kids had a great experience, especially in the gift shop! The species of beetles that were discovered in the cave was quite interesting. The men found several that were alive in the waters inside the cave and then the killed them, somehow, and the beetle has never been seen again. Discovered and then sent into extinction! AMAZING! They have a mini train that runs along a track above the parking lot, and I wish I would've sent the kids but time was not on our side that day. There is also a mirror maze, which I have no idea about but I can give you an educated guess to what it's all about. read more
I had wanted to visit the caverns since moving to Virginia and finally got a chance to go over the weekend. The drive from Northern Virginia to the caves was just over an hour, making it a perfect day trip. Conveniently, the tours run throughout the day, so we only waited a couple minuted before we were led to the cavern entrance. While I didn't buy anything, the gift shop had an eclectic mix of souvenirs, toys, jewelry and geology related items. Our tour guide, Sonny, was very knowledgeable above the cave creation and history. He left plenty of time for photos and exploring the more open areas. In addition to the interesting rock formations, we saw lakes, a unique type of crystal and windy paths nearly 400 feet underground. A great experience and perfect amount of time for individuals or families. read more
6 years ago
Billy was an amazing tour guide who was very informative and passionate about the cave. He helped to make it such a memorable experience for everyone in our group of 6. I definitely recommend coming here! read more
I had a great time at Skyline Caverns. My tour guide was a very knowledgeable young man with a pony tail (I can't remember his name). I didn't know much about caverns before I went here, but I feel like I am an expert now from the tour that I was given. If you're in the area check it out! read more
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Should they name the Trout Billy? Doesn't have name unlike the column named Jeff.
Would you recommend this experience for a 4.5 year old or is it too nd scary?
No. Not scary. Went through it with my five year old.
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