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Mammoth Cave


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 8 attractions in Mammoth Cave National Park
Traveler Description: A mysterious limestone cave that has fascinated people for 4,000 years.
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Attraction type: Cavern/cave
Activities: Group tours/walking tour, Group tours/air tour
Address: Mammoth Cave National Park, KY

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4 of 5 stars
otownrob   155 contributions
orlando
Nov 26, 2009

So you've been to Carlsbad and really enjoyed the awesome formations and the light show. Mammoth is nothing like Carlsbad. And that's OK. Mammoth is a real caving experience. We did the New Entrance tour. You'll crouch, slip, bend and trip your way through this one. No, you won't see a lot of eye candy. But you'll get a good... more

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5 of 5 stars
MAWifey   28 contributions
Chicago, Illinois
Nov 17, 2009

My family had a great time. We learned a little history about the caves as well as feeling like we had a little adventure. Try to get a tour-guide Jerry he is a local celebrity because of his family ties to the caves. more

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3 of 5 stars
QuonsetKitty   32 contributions
La Grange, Texas
Oct 21, 2009

We took the Frozen Niagara tour, which is described as including the most, and best, cave formations, and it is described as taking 1 hour and 15 minutes. However, more than half of that time is spent taking the bus ride to the cave opening and listening to the polite tour guide give warnings and instructions. The actual time in... more

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5 of 5 stars
krcrew   1 contribution
Chicago
Oct 17, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

We took our two kids, ages 10 and 12 and went on the Grand Avenue Tour, which we booked a few months in advance. It was not strenuous if you are used to walking, a bit slippery in places and very narrow in others. We brought a bag lunch and water bottle along to save some cash. They had plenty... more

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5 of 5 stars
kentuckyjim   5 contributions
Kentucky
Sep 16, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

It is hard to say anything about Mammoth Cave that has not been said before. I live close to the area, and go a couple of times a year and it never gets old. The park area is amazing (I have been in the evening several times when deer are everywhere!) The caves are unreal. So much of the cave... more

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5 of 5 stars
eriecamperlober   4 contributions
erie
Sep 6, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

This was a beautiful cavern and well guided tour. A must see for anyone who likes to tour caverns. more

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5 of 5 stars
lynhe   11 contributions
Aug 23, 2009
2/2 found this review helpful

We took this tour in August 09. I had taken the New Entrance several years ago which is an altogether different experience so if you have a chance, stay an extra day and do both. This tour was easy although around 500 steps. Great tour guide and the Fat Man's Misery was a highlight. Again, I would highly recommend this... more

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5 of 5 stars
KentuckyFamilyman   1 contribution
Kentucky
Aug 1, 2009
2/3 found this review helpful

We took the New Entrance Tour on July 2009. The tour was fun and well worth it. Our kids, 7 and 9 year-old boys, both enjoyed it. It is as good as the more-heavily-advertised Ruby Falls Cave in Chattannogah TN. The two-hour tour including the bus ride was not too long, just fine. It is strongly advisable to buy tickets... more

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5 of 5 stars
chung96   5 contributions
chicago
Aug 1, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

I was a little concerned about a 4 hour tour. But it was worthwhile. Even my 12 year old enjoyed it. Lots to see. It is a lot of walking but there are many rest stops along the way. The tour guides were very knowledgeable. I would recommend this tour. It is a lot of walking and a lot of... more

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3 of 5 stars
TravelingBosnian   17 contributions
Kentucky
Jul 30, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

There are a lot of steps, and even though the tour is about 2 hours, there is not that much of walking. Our guide was just great and funny. If you are looking to find some interesting rock formation, this tour might not be for you. Towards the end you will see few interesting sights, but you probably will be... more

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