Plan Your Visit
Cave Admission Prices
Regular Admission (Ages 13+) ……. $23.99
Child Admission (Ages 4 – 12) ………. $14.99
Tot Admission (Ages 3 and under) .. Free
Regular Admission (Ages 13+)
$23.99
Child Admission (Ages 4 – 12)
$14.99
Tot Admission (Ages 3 and under)
Free
Ticket times are assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Ticket times are assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Tour Schedule
Open daily from 9 AM to 5 PM
Depart Frequently starting at 10:00 AM
Weekday entries are hourly
Last entry at 4 PM
ALL Traditionally Guided Tours
Weekdays: Every hour starting at 10:00AM
Weekends: Every 30 minutes starting at 9:30AM
Last entry at 4:00PM
What is a
Self-Paced Guided Tour?
Take a self-paced stroll through this geologic wonder with entries available every day of the year. Your walk will guide you past a stunning array of colorful crystal formations on paved lighted walkways. Cave of the Mounds is the premier cave in the upper Midwest and the jewel box of America’s major show caves. Plan your visit while Illustrated map of the Cave of the Mounds grounds that can be used while visiting places in Wisconsin.
FAQs
What is a
Museum-Style Tour?
Museum-Style Tours operate much like how you would visit a museum.
Tour Guides are waiting in each room of the cave, ready to give you information, answer questions, or provide assistance as you make your way through the cave at your own pace.
When you receive your tickets, you will be assigned an entry window (for example, 12:15pm-12:30pm). You will enter the cave between these times.
Once in the cave, you may walk as fast or slow as you’d like, and you can be in the underground until 5:00pm or until our Traditional Guided Tours resume, whichever comes first.
What is a
Traditional Tour?
A Traditional Tour is what you think of when you think of cave tours.
A tour guide will lead a group through the cave from start to finish, stopping in each room to point out interesting facts and formations.
When you receive your tickets, you will be assigned a tour time (for example, 11:00). You will enter the cave at this time.
Traditional Tours take between 45 – 55 minutes to complete.
Stay & Play at Cave of the Mounds
- Discover crystalline treasures and ancient fossils at the Gemstone Mine
- Explore stones from around the world at our Rock & Fossil Shop
- Reveal glittering crystals for the first time by cracking open a Geode
- Complete a scavenger hunt to get certified as an Adventure Ranger
- Learn about Earth’s history along the Geologic Timeline
- Hike through the Driftless Region on our Interpretive Nature Trails
- Appreciate the landscape across the Rock & Perennial Gardens
PARKING is FREE!
Handicap parking is available at the bottom of the service drive.
Accessibility
The Cave is not wheelchair, walker or stroller accessible, however, most above ground activities are.
PET Policy
Pets are NOT allowed on the grounds. However, we do have free dog kennels available seasonally.
PARKING is FREE!
Handicap parking is available at the bottom of the service drive.
Accessibility
The cave is not wheelchair, walker or stroller accessible; however, most above ground activities are.
FREE WIFI available
Guest WiFi is available above ground near the Visitor Center and Gift Shop.
PHOTOGRAPHY is welcome!
Flash photography doesn’t hurt the cave. Professional/staged photography requires a purchased photo permit.
PET Policy
Pets are NOT allowed on the grounds. However, we do have free dog kennels available seasonally.
For your safety and to protect our fragile cave:
Take Photos
*No Tri-pods, monopods, or selfie -sticks
Do Not Touch the Cave
The oil from your skin will stop cave formations from growing.
No Food, Drink or Gum Allowed
*Only bottled water in the Cave
No Strollers & Framed Carriers
*Nothing is allowed on your back
Cave is Cool, Dress Appropriately
*50°F/10°C in Cave
No Pets Allowed
No Smoking or Vaping in the Cave
Leave Backpacks in Vehicle
*Nothing is allowed on your back
