Linville Caverns
Linville Caverns
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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792 reviews
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286
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Kristi H
4 contributions
Feb 2023
This was a great morning excursion even though it was raining. The tour guide did a terrific job giving us history that dates back before the civil war and interesting facts about the caverns over the years. The gift shop has a little something for everybody. We enjoyed our visit!
Written March 5, 2023
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Denise S
22 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
It was worth the time and price! To say the beauty exceeded my expectations is an understatement! Our tour guide was great! Very informative, funny and was great with all ages from small children to adults. Highly recommend!
Written February 26, 2023
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Melissa N
Lexington, SC115 contributions
Feb 2023 • Family
Unless you plan on being there when they open to purchase your tickets, I recommend skipping this attraction. Super frustrating to arrive after a long drive and they are sold out for the weekend. There is nothing else to do close by so it ends up being a wasted trip. The staff does not care and is not sympathetic at all. I can’t believe that a tourist attraction like this would not offer online sales/reservations to prevent disappointed customers. There were so many of us walking in to purchase tickets and leaving empty-handed with disappointed families. We likely won’t be back to try again on a future trip - not worth the risk of another disappointment.
Written February 19, 2023
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K cup
10 contributions
Dec 2022 • Family
A very fun experience for the whole family. Fairly short, maybe half an hour and part of the cave was closed due to flooding, but a very unique experience especially if you’ve never been in a cave, highly recommend if you’re in the area.
Tickets can only be purchased on site, and I imagine a busy weekend that there can be long lines and large groups. A large to her group would have trouble hearing the tour guide.
Tickets can only be purchased on site, and I imagine a busy weekend that there can be long lines and large groups. A large to her group would have trouble hearing the tour guide.
Written December 17, 2022
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1218bailey
Bluffton, SC22 contributions
Nov 2022 • Family
This was a great stop for our family while we were in the area to see Mt. Mitchell. Our kids are ages 8-12 and it was perfect for them. It’s a very organized, well thought out tour. It’s not so long that people lose interest. I think it’s best for ages 5 and up. You aren’t able to touch the rocks and it would be hard to keep little hands off. And if they cry, it ruins the whole tour for everyone. I think it’s best for older kids. We absolutely loved it!
Written November 25, 2022
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Richard Graham
Bedford, Canada25 contributions
Nov 2022
Good cavern tour with friendly tour guide. The tour is well organized and easily accessible with concrete walking paths. The experience is both fun and interesting with a gift shop on site. There is no dining experience on the property. The total darkness moment in the tour offers a great feel for under ground caves and mines. You've never seen darkness until experiencing and underground blackout. Reasonably priced for the experience, while not as grandeur as some of the caverns in the northern area is is still a fun way to spend some time and see something new.
Written November 24, 2022
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shayrockett
Savannah, GA13 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
Definitely enjoyed our cavern tour! Only downside was that the tour was fast paced and we couldn’t hear or understand our tour guide with his N95 mask on. We also didn’t realize you had to wait on the BACK porch and missed 5 mins of our tour (30 min tour total) because we were waiting on the front porch (not the clearest instructions). They were very nice though and helped get us in so we didn’t have to wait for a later tour which was very generous and helpful, making up for the confusion for sure!!Otherwise, the shop is cute and the cavern itself is beautiful and a really cool experience. People are nice. Great thing for us to do on a rainy day. And it is only about 10 mins or so from Linville Winery, win win!
Written November 13, 2022
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Michael A
Chesapeake, VA996 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
Nice show cave. Tour takes about an hour. It has a nice gift shop and bathrooms. No food, just a drink machine and some snacks in the gift shop. It was a busy day and we had to wait about 45 minutes. Not much to do while waiting, so folks with little ones might want to plan ahead.
Written November 8, 2022
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Robert R
Jacksonville, FL127 contributions
Oct 2022 • Friends
We arrived around 9:30 on a Thursday and had over an hour wait. So we drove to the Linn Viaduct to see some scenery and then made it back in time for the cavern tour. We had a group of 5 adults (mostly in their 60s). We all thought it was great, which is a major accomplishment. Our tour guide was excellent and she was very enthusiastic. It was just the right amount of time in the cave - about 30 minutes. We’re glad we went.
Written October 19, 2022
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Storyteller682583
North Myrtle Beach, SC17 contributions
Sep 2022 • Family
Horrible experience with unprofessional staff. Quickly rushed through the tour with minimal care. They have raised the prices and shortened the tours. And only go if you support Brandon, they require masks on all and children (July 2022) with absolutely no scientific basis for such. No thanks, never again.
Written September 30, 2022
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Are masks still required? May 28, 2022
shacrna
Raleigh, NC16 contributions
I doubt masks are still required. When we went in the fall, customers and staff reluctantly wore them inside the tour. Now that it’s optional, I imagine no one is wearing them there at this point…
Do you have to hike to get to it?
And should you wear sneakers or hiking boots?
Kathy E
Portage, MI1,961 contributions
No hike, I wear sneakers and was fine. It is wet rock, water drips down from the ceiling. A light jacket is a good idea.
Can I bring a infant 14 months old in his stroller?
Jason J
3 contributions
The last time I was there you were not allowed to bring strollers into the caverns. However they do have a place you can park it.
Can I bring a infant 14 month old in his stroller?
jeanine m
Wareham, MA5 contributions
Not in stroller. Narrow passageways.
I don't have a dog but i do have three bearded dragons at the time, i don't know if they are aloud as it will be my first time going, they don't get spooked easily, they can stay stationery on your body for over an hour, i have a pet carrier backpack that i can put one in and my other two can ride on my shoulders. two of mine are not much bigger then a foot and my little one is like nine inches, (she is a dwarf) i really hope they can come.😜😊😎😁
Darrah C
Glenwood Springs, CO243 contributions
It's always easier to call the caverns. We can all guess if they are allowed in the caves but who really knows?
I work at a Caverns in Colorado and they would not be allowed.
Do they have tours during very heavy rains?
joseph l
Belleview, FL196 contributions
no, i do not believe so as the cavern is subject to flooding during heavy rains
LindaLosAngelesCA
Los Angeles CA87 contributions
Hi - I am a large 250+ pound woman... will I fit through the entire cavern? ALSO I use a walker. Will that impede my trip?
Peg K
Knoxville, TN245 contributions
You will most likely have trouble as it is moist and the floor of the cavern is wet and slippery in many of the areas. Also, there are many narrow areas and as some groups may have to pass your group on the tour, it does limit your accessibility.
Linville Caverns (Marion) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Linville Caverns
- Linville Caverns is open:
- Thu - Mon 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Hotels near Linville Caverns:
- (2.30 mi) Linville Falls Campground RV Park & Cabins
- (2.55 mi) Beautiful Cabin w HOT TUB 1 mile to Parkway! Walk to Waterfalls
- (2.78 mi) Spacious Skies Campgrounds - Bear Den
- (2.36 mi) Linville Falls Lodge & Cottages
- (9.75 mi) Switzerland Inn
- Restaurants near Linville Caverns:
- (7.15 mi) The Tropical Grill
- (2.43 mi) Famous Louise's Rock House Restaurant
- (9.75 mi) Chalet Restaurant
- (9.92 mi) Switzerland Cafe & General Store
- (6.33 mi) Christa's Country Corner
- Attractions near Linville Caverns:
- (2.01 mi) Linville Falls Visitor Center
- (3.32 mi) Linville Falls Winery
- (3.57 mi) Linville Gorge
- (0.94 mi) English Farmstead Cheese
- (5.19 mi) Whiteside Mountain