Luray Caverns Reviews

I went to the Luray Caverns in the spring of 2023 and it was beautiful. The different places they have sectioned off for you to visit are really cool. My favorite was the Dream lake. My family and I got beautiful pictures taken by Abe and Savanna. They gave us a book, 2 big pictures, a magnet, picture frame, and a smaller picture for the great price of 45 dollars; however you can get the book and the 2 big pictures for 31. The whole experience there was wonderful and lovely. Will definitely come back with the rest of my family.

Awesome time and spectacular experience. My only criticism was the young people who were working the day I went were too interested other friends than to give us information. We saw the organ and hoped we would hear the music .when we were leaving we asked if they ever play the music and we found out it plays every 5 minutes but it has to be activated by an employee. There were four employees when we were there ignoring our attempts to get info about the organ and we finally left. It was disappointing that we could have heard the organ play.

This is a fantastic cavern! We have never been in a cave before and this was a great place to start. Prepare for a hike, so wear comfortable shoes, the temperature is also comfortable. A must see!!! 5 out of 5

This was my second visit, and I saw things that I didn't notice before. The self guided tour was the way to do this because you can go at your own pace. There was a guide a long the way that pointed out things to us that we had never seen; he was very knowledgeable! These caverns are worth seeing over and over!

These caverns were the best I've ever seen. We stopped here as part of a longer road trip with our 7 and 9 year old boys. I think you could walk through the caverns in about 45 min and see everything, but we were in there for 90 min and the kids would have absolutely stayed longer if we weren't wanting to get to the hedge maze before closing time. Pictures cannot do it justice.
We also loved the hedge maze...we didn't realize that they stop letting people in at 4 despite closing time of 5 (to give you time to make it out of the maze), but the guy at the entrance was nice enough to let us go in at 4:15. We were out by 5 easily, but they loved the maze!

Luray Caverns is a great place , the walk was not difficult and has plenty to see, you can walk at your own pace , it’s amazing what nature has to offer, well worth the trip off of I-81

Great place for kids. Self guided tour so you have plenty of time to read and learn about the formations around you. Not to mention a great pace to cool off on a hot day. There were a lot of people tickets online before coming to skip the ticket booth line. With that being said for the amount of people coming through it wasn’t crowded in the caverns and very spread out.

We LOVED Luray Caverns!! We personally had no issues with it being self guided. I would rather go through at my own leisure. There are attendants stationed at different points of the cavern that were able to answer our questions and provide us with other bits of information that was not on the brochure. There was a gal that worked there and moved about to different areas of the cavern, her name was Virginia and she was GREAT! The gift shop was very nice. I have been in several caverns in the past and Luray was the best!

We came as an older couple during the week and thoroughly enjoyed the caverns at a leisurely pace. Only a couple of school groups so not too noisy. Afterward we walked across the street to the village (which was well done) and lunch at Heartpine Cafe...so-so. Small options for food, NOT gourmet but there was a flight of wine which I had. Car & carriage museum exceeded my expectations and I'm a car gal from Detroit! Toy museum was poorly laid out, needs a curator's touch. Overall, a good value for the ticket place and I recommend it. BTW, the other cafe close to the caverns had more choices and indoor seating if it's cold.

Fun, beautiful and ancient American cave in the Shenandoah Valley worth to visit, we have a such a great time with My teenagers

We had been to the Shenandoah Caverns on this trip and I wasn’t sure I wanted to see more caverns. But these caverns were spectacular, better than Shenandoah, and were the highlight of our trip. It is self-guided with easy wide paths to walk.

Pretty neat to go inside a cave and see all the formations. Takes about an hour to walk through it all. We enjoyed the toy museum. The car museum was crazy good! So many old cars. Definitely worth the money to see all these things.

I’ve been to the caverns many times over the years but my last experience wasn’t the best. There are no longer tour groups but self guided. I felt that there was entirely too many people in there and they weren’t respectful of personal space or the caverns themselves. It was sad to see people leaning, sitting, and touching formations after being reminded not to. When you have a guide to monitor groups that doesn’t happen. There were also people holding up people from passing by spending 15+ minutes taking selfies. There are people (mostly teens) posted throughout to answer questions but it’s not the same as having a tour guide.

The caverns are still beautiful and my son really enjoyed it. I don’t agree with the change on how the “tours” are done. I hope it goes back to the old way because it wasn’t as enjoyable for me and overly crowded.

. A vast, long network of caverns with easy access, great lighting and not too crowded. From the “magical lake” to the “sea star” there a so many cool formations!

Weekend trip just to visit the Caverns. This is a must see for anyone!!! Reading the reviews beforehand, I was a little concerned that the crowd issue and the fact that they've suspended guided tours (COVID) adding to the flow issue would create a somewhat diminished experience. We arrived early to try to avoid crowds and couldn't have been happier with our visit. This place is amazing and while it's self-toured, there's enough in just what you see and the pamphlet they give you to be absolutely satisfied with your visit. You'll take a ton of pics because the views are amazing. AND...while there are no guided tours right now, there is staff throughout and many (SCOTT!!!!) will answer questions, provide a ton of great information and throw in as many jokes and puns as possible that I'm sure are the norm when they are acting as guides. It only added to a PERFECT visit. Note: According to the staff, they haven't decided if they'll go back to guided tours. If we hadn't planned to be there with minimal crowds, I can see how this could become a really frustrating experience. My suggestion...get back to the staff controlling the masses (and they really do provide so much more information!!) when it's possible again.

Very beautiful, but not worth $32. Took 35 minutes-$10 would’ve been ok. Similar to other caverns I’ve been in.

If you have been to other caverns, this isn't very different. The main difference to me is this cavern feels more commercialized and touristy and less natural. The area is set up as a one-stop shop for activities instead of centering this natural wonder.

The cavern tour is self-guided. I used the QR code to open an electronic brochure that was easy to read no matter what light the rooms offered. It was fun when someone accidentally turned the lights off and a small group of us were continuing by the lights of our cell phones. It was DARK!

I would say to plan for an hour underground in the cavern and additional time for souvenirs, chocolate chip cookies, stalactite Cafe, and the historical village.

The temp is about 55 inside and was perfect for wearing a light sweater. Had some breathing difficulty as we went deeper into the cave. Those with asthma should bring their inhaler.

It's a pretty amazing experience to be able to visit these caves. The site is beautiful, however, one cannot help but think of the preservation of this heritage with such a crowd ...
In any case, go without reservation,

Interesting and so beautiful. If you’re claustrophobic, you’ll be fine in here- our party had one participant who has real issues with closed in spaces, and they had no problems whatsoever. The organ was super cool, just wish they’d played it a little longer. Was a short musical piece. All in all, highly recommend!

Privately-owned tourist trap converted into almost an “assembly-line” process of relieving one of money, and then herding masses of humanity onward into this geological spectacle. Evidences of sustained damage to the formations due to prolonged foot traffic will make one wince. Nonetheless, this is a must see. Stunning. Extensive. Extraordinary formations. Suggest a light jacket. Suggest comfortable shoes. Be ready for some considerable walking. You will be in a tour group so you’ll have to be patient with others. It’s worth the money, the time, and the aggravation of being trapped with others for the duration of this.

Go there early to avoid crowds that arrive via the bus. We did this by accident and was really glad we had the place to ourselves. As we left 3-4 full busses showed up. I was advised to avoid the private tour because if you do the self guided one, you get to go at your own pace. Private tour is on a schedule and you can't go back in again without purchasing a self guided ticket.

Our mini-vacation to the Shenandoah region would have been far less satisfying had we omitted the caverns from our agenda. This was a fantastic experience, like nothing I'd ever seen before! (Those who have seen such caverns before may be less mindblown than I was.) Every step of the way there were amazing visages that cried out to be captured by photography--which we attempted to fulfill. It is set up as a "self-guided" tour, which means you walk at your own pace, stopping at points of interest, plaques with descriptions, and comments from a few guides posted along the way. As a musician, I was fascinated by the "organ" that produces sound through mallets on stalagmites and stalactites.

We were there on a Thursday afternoon and were able to walk right in without any lines. Based on the setup outside, there are VERY long lines on the weekend. The cavern is very spacious and we were able to explore at our own pace. My favorite moment was seeing and hearing the organ. We visited Skyline right before this cavern and thoroughly enjoyed it too. The two are different, so it depends on what type of experience you are expecting. (click profile for Skyline review)

National landmark. Well worth it, self guided tour took 3 hours if you read everything. Pack a picnic. Other activities included with admission so it takes all day. Best caverns I've seen!

The Caves were amazing! They were self-guiding so you could take your time. Definitely worth the price. The other attractions were so so but the restaurant in the Heritage Village across the street was very good. The Toy Museum was OK and provided some nostalgic conversations for 70 year olds.

Absolutely beautiful. Pictures don't do justice to the experience. Every formation is unique, and there are spaces that are several stories high/deep. The reflecting pools are incredible.

The price to take the tour was good ( senior discount) . Visit in April. You go in and your on your own. No tour guide. They give you a map of high points in the cave. Don't do like I did by putting it in my pocket and looking at it two hours later. Beautiful place.

Made sure to stop here on our winter road trip. $90 for 2 adults a kid. $45 for the photos and $27 in souvenirs. When I was a kid it was an educational guided tour, now it’s a self guided tour. That was a little disappointing but it was still a wonder to see. Kid thought it was cool. Husband was amazed. It’s expensive but really worth the stop. Took a little under 2 hours from start to finish.

Enjoyed this place but felt it was a little pricey. There is a 62+ senior discount and a AAA discount that apparently you need to get online ahead of time. My husband does not like small spaces but he was fine and enjoyed it. I would certainly try for a more relaxing quiet time - no school groups. We had the place to ourselves going mid-week and when they first opened.

Love the self pace. We arrived at 4pm and they closed at 6. We had time for the cave but not the other activities. It was awesome.

While it wasn’t on our original route to Shenandoah National Park, spending a half day at the huge Luray caverns was an absolute highlight. With general admission, we walked through the caverns at our own pace, using a brochure and signs to explain the strange formations. The reflective Dream Lake revealed a magical mirrored image of the stalagtites. Pluto’s Ghost and Titania’s Veil were likewise fantastical. More whimsical are the Fish Market formation as well as the actual organ placed at the cavern’s depths, playing notes struck on the formations. I wish we had more time for the Car and Carriage museum. Though I’m not a big car enthusiast, I was impressed by the breadth of carmakers and various models before Ford’s Model T. Breezing through the attracion’s Shenandoah Heritage Village, I realized we could have spent another couple hours here.

The caverns are amazing and a must see, but they are very expensive for a family. I feel bad that a lot of families would not be able to afford to see this wonder.

This was one of the most beautiful caves I've ever visited. It is a self-guided walk-through that needs no explanation. There are so many formations to see.

Amazing, enjoyed every minute of it and so beautiful. To see the water underground be so clear and the clean.
The people were every welcoming and the help was so amazing with helping and answering any questions you had

We've passes the signs for the Caverns for years and finally decided to visit. The self-guided tour takes an hour. The Caverns are fabulous. Lots off oohing and aching. Highly recommend this attraction.

The caverns are neat, beautiful with all the formations found in caves. It is developed to the point that it is easily viewed and traveled through. It is beautiful all the way through.
There are also neat old buildings all the way through.

The Luray Caverns are unlike anything I had seen before- it is a cool experience to be beneath the ground and see such impressive rock formations. We visited in December, so there were no lines to get in, but I would imagine there are decent crowds in the summer. The caverns are worth visiting if in the area.

We decided to visit the caverns as a rainy day activity. It was very busy and crowded with people when we went. Paths were easy to walk in the cavern. Temperature was good and not cold like I expected. I enjoyed the wishing well at the end of the tour the most. The fried eggs were also interesting to see.

Very unhappy to travel the distance to see and hear the worlds largest organ and pay to see and hear it to be told if they play it very much it will blow a fuse ! The guy played it less them
A minute . I didn’t go specific for the caverns. I went for the organ. Would not recommend and would not return .

Excellent visit. Self guided, but with expert guides around the caves.
Amazing experience, well paved throughout and so easy to access for all.

Great place to visit (once). Caverns are awesome and great photo opportunities. The entire tour took us about an hour. We did not stop to read the history. Hard to believe it is 7 million years old.

Staff was friendly (and young).

Probably would only return with family from out of town... but highly recommend going if you have not been there yet.

There just isn't any way to describe the experience of these caverns... Overwhelmingly awesome, thought provoking, spiritual experience.

Luray Caverns were on our way, so it gave us the opportunity to make a break in our journey.
It's not cheap, but it's worth to be seen and it's well organized, staff is very friendly !
It's OK even if you are claustrophobic, except when it's crowded I guess...
The path to walk is well defined, but depending on how good you are on your feet it could get difficult.

This has been on my bucket list for a long time, so I was thrilled to get a visit in during this east coast trip.

The caverns are stunning and so unexpected. It's hard to picture them from photos. In person, they wonderfully otherworldly.

I was pleasantly surprised that the footing is as smooth as it is. However, some of the inclines were a little steep for my balance going down and for my companion's stamina going up. It is damp - dripping, in fact. One of us experienced a little light-headedness with the cavern air. None of this was game-changer or seriously diminished the experience, but I could see that it could be a little problematic for some.

It was a little crowded. Too many people/families stopped traffic to stage family photos in the cavern - like their own personal photo studio, which was truly unfortunate.

I had really wanted to hear the stalactite organ - in fact, one of the major reasons the caverns were on my bucket list. It was played, but only barely - and I had the sense I was fortunate to be in that room at that exact time. Sadly, there was no recording for sale in the gift shop. I suspect the instrument has simply fallen into disrepair.

The associated Toy Museum can only be described as "creepy." Lots of old, sad, run-down toys and dolls. Don't take your kids in.

The associated cafe is a walk-up burger counter. It was fine, far from fab.

In all, however, it was a very cool and unexpected way to spend the day.

Luray Caverns is a must see. We traveled with people aged 4-87 and everyone thoroughly enjoyed it. Easy access in and out. Handicap accessible, easy to access absolutely everything. I cannot recommend this place highly enough. We will return again and again. It is awe inspiring and beautiful inside. So cool and interesting for all ages. The wall inside is approximately 1.25 miles with some inclines. Please go and visit!

I have seen the Grand Canyon and the Painted Desert but the Luray Caverns are far more awe-inspiring than either of them. There are no words that can truly be used to express the majesty and beauty you will encounter. It is an individual, in person visit that must be experienced. After a visit, it is hard to believe that so much beauty lies below our feet. Only God could create something so breathtaking and beautiful. I am so glad my sister and I got to see the Caverns and neither of us will ever forget.

I can't even begin to say how utterly amazed we were by this attraction! My husband and I went on a road trip to Cleveland, Nashville, Memphis, New Orleans and Florida. While in Florida we were told about Luray Caverns by a friend. I wasn't looking forward to going over the mountains on our way home to Ontario. We'd done them quite a few times already and as beautiful as they I just wanted something different. This route was a very nice break from the freeways and transports and just as beautiful. Luray Caverns is so well done and not expensive at all. Two seniors cost $34.00 each and a discount for CAA/AAA members. These Caverns are wheel chair accessible and have a nice wide walkway paved with interlocking brick and nice sturdy railings on both sides. It's a 1.25 mile walk but I was so enthralled at each turn that it didn't seem that long. There are a few uphill grades but plenty of room to just stop and rest and stand in awe of such natural beauty! I have nothing negative to say about Luray Caverns! We would definitely go back and absolutely recommend it to friends. There's also a giant maze and things for kids to do to make a fun day of it as well as a car museum and a lovely gift shop. These Caverns should be considered as one of the world wonders!!

The caverns are a self guided tour. There are 2 options, a website on your phone or a brochure with descriptions for each stop. It was crowded but you could go at your own pace and take photos. The caverns are gorgeous and it is cool to see the stalactites and stalagmites at various lengths. Near the end, there is a organ that uses the caverns to make the vibrations for the music. After we were done with the caverns, we went to the car museum. Almost all of the cars in the museum run. It was cool to see how they change throughout the years.

The bathrooms are a joke. There was a few hundred people in the lobby waiting to enter the caverns and only ONE stall in men’s room and a few urinals. They need to put their profits into making the caverns a more comfortable experience!

Wonderful caverns. So beautiful and easy to get through. It is a little over a mile but doesn't feel like it. Self guided so you can get through it as quickly or as slowly as you would like. There are employees stationed throughout the cave to answer any questions you may have. Nice gift shop.

We visited the caverns during the fall. We made a point of dropping in during a weekday and were glad we did so. From TA reviews before and since show the potential of Luray Caverns to become overly crowded and consequently poorly-managed and resulting in a less-enjoyable experience for all visitors. The lack of guided tours and docents is an issue. This was our first time to visit Luray but we have been to similar limestone caves in Europe and Asia where guided tours were the norm. I cannot comment on damage to the rock formations that other TA reviewers have noted and reportedly have occurred in the years since their prior visits. The damage is visible but the reasons for it is unclear.

Luray Caverns is one of the most-visited caves in the USA after Kentucky’s Mammoth Cave and Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico. The big difference is that the latter 2 are National Parks and with that comes the scientific inquiry of and appropriate care management of the natural wonders the caves contain. Luray Caverns are private property and the primary goal is different. The balance between profit and preservation is a difficult one to maintain.

That being said the caverns are an amazing sight. They also provide an amazing sound. Luray is most famous for the Great Stalacpipe Organ - technically a lithophone - in which specific stalactites were selected to be struck to create musical notes similar to that of a xylophone. This is all controlled by a large keyboard. This is one place where one could consistently find a docent to explain things. Be sure to be there to hear a demonstration of this amazing musical instrument.

The tall caverns soar high above in places. Stalactites hang and stalagmites reach. Where they finally meet a column or pillar is formed. There are sheets formed by these speleothems that look like folded cloth and have been described as scarves, shawls and draperies.

The colors vary depending on the chemical makeup of minerals and can range from pure white through yellow, amber, orange, brown. Hints of blue and green indicate copper but there was a lot of green tinge to the rock formations thanks to algae that can now grow due to the artificial light.

The most eye-catching area was Dream Lake, a shallow pond with a completely still surface that perfectly reflected the stalactites on the roof giving the viewer the illusion of stalagmites on a cavern floor.

It is damp inside and both pathways and railings could be slippery. The temperature is a constant cool 54° apparently and the need for a jacket depends on your cold tolerance and the outside temps that you will be coming in from.

Definitely try to visit during the week. It was quiet enough when we were there to simply enjoy the sights, no crowds of visitors trying to take selfies or shouting to hear their echoes.

Absolutely incredible and breathtaking! Largest and most impressive cavern I've ever seen! Highly recommend!

Great cave to visit and we have been several in Tennessee, Kentucky, Alabama and Carlsbad caverns. It had lots of rock formations and the reflection in the rock was awesome to see. They have an organ that plays music every 5 mintures.

Incredible caverns! The formations are beautiful and the cavern walk lasts for at least one hour. I was so surprised by the size of the stalactites and stalagmites and how spacious the caves were. Absolutely amazing and a must do adventure!

This is truly a breathtaking experience. It is astounding what nature can create. Easy to walk through. Pathways are well lit and have handrails when needed. A self-guided tour with the pamplet allows you to linger as long as you want at any given spot.

We took grandchildren (11, 9 and 6) on a road-trip to this area. We had taken our son (ie their dad) when he was little to visit Luray and it was awesome to get to show them the beauty. I was surprised that the guided tours are no longer (another casualty of COVID I guess) but they do supply you with a pamphlet to refer to at different numbered spots. The caverns are amazingly beautiful. We just wish people (saw two to three different groups) would NOT touch the formations - there are signs posted and there is a reason not to touch them. These were all adults that seemed to think nothing of having to rub their hands on formations - really sad. At any rate, was a great experience and we'd definitely highly recommend visiting here.

I have been to Luray Caverns many times over the years, mostly enjoyable experiences. I have been taking visiting relatives many times, but the quality of the tours has been declining from guided to audio to self-guided. At the same time the cost has more than tripled to an exorbitant $32. The management's motto is, "raise the fees, lower the quality of service". By making it self-guided, the tourists were touching all of the artifacts.

On the positive side, the new visitor's center does make it more accessible for the handicapped,a definite plus.

I will definitely not go to Luray Caverns anytime in the near future or encourage anybody to go there.

I love Luray Caverns, and I had an amazing visit a few years ago with an excellent guide. I just returned last week, and now that it is self-guided, it's too crowded and I didn't get as much out of it. Definitely go out of tourist season if possible. The entire mile-plus was basically a line in a cavern. It was much better organized with an actual guide. I hope they go back to that. Definitely do the sluicing gems across the way - that is a ton of fun and worth the cost.

After nearly 30 years we have returned -- and the cave system is still in excellent condition. There are only limited human induced changes, which is great given the number of visitors per year. The mirror lake is still my favorite, and other rooms are most enjoyable in neutral-white lighting rather than garish colored lights seen in other cave attractions. Disappointed by the lack of organ playing, but people age -- caves don't.

At the end of a week long vacation up and down the east coast, my kids stated the Luray Caverns was there favorite stop. Kids age: 21, 19 and 15.

My husband and I visited Luray Caverns on 9/11/23. I suggest that you visit the other attractions on the property first if possible as we were too tired to do anything other than stop off for a bottle of water and a piece of fudge after the tour of the caverns. Wear comfortable walking shoes as you will walk 1.25 miles through the caverns. Although it is paved, there are many up and down slopes along with wet paths to walk along. There are some handrails to help at the steepest spots. The tour is self-guided so you can go along at your own pace. There is nowhere to stop to sit along the way to catch your breath while inside the caverns. Although there are no steps to deal with, due to the sometimes wet & steep uphill and downhill inclines, I can't imagine it would be a good idea for someone with a rollator, scooter or wheelchair. We did see a couple of folks using canes though. My husband and I were concerned about slipping and falling but we just took our time and got through it fine. I have been in caverns many years ago that were mostly steps back then. My husband has never been before. We are in decent shape to be 55 & 56. It is something great to do once, however I can't see us going again.

We were staying nearby and decided to visit. Really interesting, self guided tour. Easy to get around, we heard the organ but honestly the caverns are what you are there for, they are spectacular.
I think a guided tour would be great here rather than people just taking themselves around.

Very cool cavern. Not crowded for a Sunday. If going try to make time to explore the Shendodah National Park too. This excursion can take 1-4 hours depending on how many extras you stay to explore on-site. There is also a small restaurant with decent food at a fair price.

Our visit to Luray Caverns was wonderful. The beauty and mystery of this underground wonder is a must see when in the area.

Like nothing else anywhere else. Mind boggling show of profound geological process. Beautiful and awe inspiring. Staff providing intro to self-guided tour very nice and helpful. Cool, simple graphic is provided to explain origin of the caverns and the valley. I do wish the organ was better used than the short eerie electronic renderings. Regardless, a MUST see. Worth coming even just for this one attraction.

This cavern is definitely worth a visit! Such an amazing and interesting natural wonder! Easy to follow path that takes you on about a mile walk through the cave. There were several employees along the way that answered any questions you might have. Nice and cool on those hot days too! Your ticket includes entering the car and carriage museum and antique toys. Several gift shops. Also some places to grab a snack. Lots of parking

Great natural resource, beautiful caverns, interesting to learn about. We got there early in the day so there were no lines and no advance tickets needed.

What a magical experience! This tour was self guided. We took our time and were just amazed at how beautiful the cavern was. There were guides stationed throughout the cavern to answer any questions. It took us a little over an hour to walk the entire cavern but we definitely took our time to take it all in.

The caverns are undeniably stunning, showcasing incredible natural beauty. However, if you’re considering this location for a wedding venue, I would advise against it. Accessing the ceremony site requires a mile-long walk over uneven, wet terrain with both inclines and declines, which can be challenging for older guests and those with accessibility needs. Additionally, there are no restrooms nearby, so be prepared for a half-mile trek if someone needs to use the facilities. The low lighting in the caverns also makes it difficult to capture great wedding photos unless you have a photographer who can bring in additional lighting. Overall, this venue may lead to an unhappy experience for your guests.

The Luray caverns are natural undergrone stone formations, basically stalagmites and stalagtites. They are certainly striking. Whether they are worth the $32 entry fee is a bit questionable, it depends on your point of view. There is not a lot of curation or education going on here, it's more a case of: here are some weird rock formations, look how weird they are. There is a short brochure on entry which contains a few comments about the main rocks, but it's a bit gloomy inside for reading. Don't go on a day or at a time when there are likely to be school groups going round or, if you do, take ear defenders to muffle the shouting and screaming.

We had been talking about stopping at Luray Caverns for years. We finally stopped and took the tour. We enjoyed the experience. We also got 3 other attractions included with the Luray ticket

amazing cavern! easy to get in, not too crowded, nice gift shops, unlike any other cave i've ever been through. wife had never been in a cave, wants to go spelunking now!

Limited experience. Nature wise it's a unique feature to visit but it doesn't justify the ticket price. No free guide or tours included with ticket. Hiring guides or tours are separate and expensive.
I visited similar Meramec caverns in MO, much better wholesome experience, with guides explaining the unique features and included shows.

This place is awesome. Went on a day it was 20 degrees outside but nice and warn in the caverns. The staff was great.

We took our daughter, son in law and their 3 young children (9, 5, 3) for an outing to the caverns. We had been there a few years back and enjoyed it just as much this time around. The kids loved it and our daughter took time to read the description provided for each posts (provided in the pamphlet). It's not cold in there - we brought jackets but never used them. They made some changes where you don't have to do the 70+ steps to go down - they built a ramp and it's easy to get around with a stroller. My husband has some mobility issues and didn't have issues walking the entire cavern - it does get a little slippery at times but there's railings to hold on too.
Your entrance ticket includes access to the toy junction and car museum as well as the market (same parking area). Kids enjoyed those as well and even had fun walking through the Maze (extra fee). Overall - it was a great outing for the family.

Added this stop to our road trip when I saw all the reviews, it was well worth it!!! The kids were blown away the whole time and loved following along and reading at each sign. What a beautiful way to look at what nature is capable of.

My second time visiting these spectacular caverns! Since Covid, the tours are self-guided, which moves the crowd along nicely. Unfortunately, the QR quote website wasn't working. However, we had our son who could read the pamphlet in the darker areas of the caverns. I would recommend going later in the afternoon, after 1:30 or super early, to avoid the school trips. Well worth the trip if you're doing the National Park. If it's a rainy day, it's a no brainer. The antique car museum was nice too.

Went to Luray because we love the caverns, well used to anyway. Not sure anymore.
When going to caverns we were told they don't use tour guides or groups anymore.
Went into entrance got our picture taken and that was the best part of the visit.
There were so many people in the cavern and so crowded some spots you just couldn't walk until everyone else did. Some people were setting up a tripod for pics in the isle where you are walking.
In fairness we were there on a Saturday in the fall. I ask if it was this crowded all the time and got different answers from different people. Will go back later and see for myself.

The caverns are very beautiful and amazing.. they are also stroller friendly. The only reason why I gave 3 star is there is no nursing/mothers room. I saw soo many families with babies .. when I asked the ticket counter/information center they asked me to use restroom to nurse. The place should definitely have mothers room and also educate staff that restrooms cannot be used for nursing

Easy to find, convenient parking, affordable, family-friendly, lots of activities onsite, friendly and well-trained staff. The caverns are breathtaking and very well maintained. Loved every minute of our time here!

The natural beauty was amazing, but it was impossible to read the small print pamphlet in the dark and keep moving. A pre-recorded headset would have made the experience sooooo much bettr for the main tour and the car tour.

We were there for a wedding and it was wonderful. Before the wedding, we did a tour on our own and was really beautiful. Would recommend going in the morning less crowded. They also have antique car show and a toy museum on the property which is free. Was worth seeing as well.

Self guided cave tour with easy to spot signs located at various features so that you can read up on them via the cave brochure. The caverns were well lit with paved pathways throughout; very easy to get around. The cave was quite crowded on the June Tuesday morning that we went, but we were still very impressed! Definitely stop here if spending time in Luray.

This is such a kewl place! Easy to navigate, even with toddlers in tow. Every turn had a jaw dropping view! Also did the garden maze, car museum, and gem mining. Highly recommend getting the extra large bag of gems! They have some amazing things in there! Worth every penny! Spent the whole day there! All attractions are right beside each other.

This place took long walk about an hour. There is no ramp or mostly has stairs. I do not think is wheel chair accessible at all. They should provide more benches to sit before halfway. I did got dizzy before halfway. But I fought my way out of this place. It took one hour trip on tbis cave. I was exhausted.

This was a fun experience. Definitely recommend if you visit Luray. I did the self guided tour. I visited during the week and didn’t have to wait in line. The museums were fun too. The staff was informative and polite.

You won't regret spending an hour or two exploring these amazing caverns. The lighting is incredible. Highly recommended.

We stopped on our Skyline Drive and amazed by another magnificent work by mother nature. It's very captivating by the formations and kudos to the staff for keeping it safe and informative. A must stop.

Loved our visit to the Shenandoah Valley and the Luray Caverns this Fall with the leaves changing. We were stunned at he beauty of this area.

The Luray Caverns are truly amazing. We were stunned by the pristine condition and the abundance of stalagmites and stalactites formations, full-length draperies, huge columns, and dazzling mirror pools that this ancient caved has formed over millions of years. The new step free entrance will accommodate wheelchairs; however, Luray Caverns is not listed as handicapped accessible. The paved walkways on the tour are 1.25 miles in length with some areas having moderate grades that may require assistance for visitors with disabilities.

This was a nice afternoon outing. We were able to leave our dogs with the staff while we toured the caverns, and ate lunch. The caverns were beautiful and the tour is self guided. Lunch at the cafe was nothing special, but we were quite hungry at that point. We then collected the dogs and explored the maze garden. We would have enjoyed the maze a lot more in the morning before it got too hot, but they have misters throughout to help cool you down.

I am so glad that we made a side trip to this venue!!! I had been to Ruby Falls, Tennessee) in the past but this place was absolutely magnificent!!!! It seems much larger, and they've done such a good job of highlighting all the specific areas with signs and lighting. We read about and heard the beautiful notes of The Great Stalacpipe Organ that was playing end of day but did not get there in time to see how it was done but it was beautiful. They have other attractions there also, but we arrived too late to do all of them. There are photos online

Incredible natural wonder that is absolutely beautiful. Staff was very knowledgeable and happy to answer questions.
We went for the 9:00 self guided tour and there were very few people in at the same time. The brochure gives details about the various named areas.
It is chilly - a light sweater or sweatshirt was enough. Wear comfortable shoes as it is a walk with some inclines.
Bring your camera!

Amazing Caverns !! I visited a few in different states and this one was BiG!! We took lots of photos we walked and admire the beauty and enjoyed it. You can take your time walking around no rush.

Absolutely spectacular and will be enjoyed by anyone who has at least an ounce of appreciation for nature and geology. Though it was more crowded than I would have liked with some people lingering too long, it was well worth the price of admission. Our grandkids, ages 7, 5 and 2.5 loved it too.

I visited this place 50 years ago when I was a child and I wanted to show it to my son. Since the early 70’s the walkways and lighting have improved the viewing in the most incredible way. It was an amazing experience to view the beauty of nature this way. I like the careful attention that was paid to preserving the natural state of the caverns. The ticket price of $34 per adult was rather steep, but you are not going to see this anywhere else. Lunch was reasonable price onsite. There was construction so we chose not to go into the museum or toy place. Gorgeous surrounding mountains.

Great visit. Went with many family members. Self-guided but with staff input at many points in the walk through. VERY interesting and fun for our family.

I thought this place was going to be good but it was astounding.

The stalactites and stalagmites are like something from a dream, especially when seen in the reflecting pools. The sheer size of the place is amazing.

I really like the way that they have designed the walkways and given different formations names so you have something to look for as you wander around (there is a set path to walk along that leads you past so many incredible things).

When we visited there weren't many people, which I think made a real difference to how much I was able to appreciate it.

This place is wonderful!
Beautifully designed for all ages and abilities! The path has been overhauled to make it a 100% stair free brick pathway into and through the caves. HUGE for people like myself with limited mobility, people in wheelchairs and strollers can access this site that would normally be so difficult for folks with wheeled needs. The caves were beautiful. The information so interesting, and easy to follow. A great experience!

Stunning caverns. They really did a lot of work. Miles of brick paths makes this handicapped accessible. (Though a wheel chair may need an assist on the uphill parts). Very clean. Well done attraction. Beautiful features and well lighted, not glaringly overdone. Use the app or the brochure to add information to this self-guided walk. Fairly easy walk at your own pace. Not too crowded. We did have a tour group enter at the same time but just let them go ahead and we mostly were alone. This is really a stunning attraction. Often, these attractions are over sold but not Luary Caverns. Can see it in less than 2 hours but don’t sell yourself short. Definitely has the WOW factor! It is part of a complex with three other attractions included in the ticket price. Two others are extra. (Maze and Rope Adventure Park). There are rest rooms and a café with an incredibly limited menu. Strangely, the café in the Shenandoah Village is only open sporadically. We went back into Luary to eat lunch. Totally worth a visit.

If you've never been, definitely go! And if you have a good camera, bring it with you! We went on the self guided tour which was just Meh, because you definitely need to pay attention to the markers so that you can look them up in your brochure to read about interesting facts. I wish that someone had mentioned that before we caught it, sadly a third of a way through...but what you see and experience is out of this world! Simply incredible and beautiful and certainly makes you state the fact that nature is The Master Artist.

GREAT PLACE - LOTS TO DO ;
CAR MUSEUM
TOYS MUSEUM
YESTERDAYS' VILLAGE- LOTS OF OLD HOMES, MUSEUM OF ANTIQUES OF OLD TIMEY PIONEER DAYS .

The caverns were beautiful but I was expecting a local road-side attraction. This entire attraction is like a Disneyland in Luray, VA. It was very crowded and loud. It's a great place to take a family with children but I was expecting an educational experience based on travel brochures.

We made a plan to stop by this attraction on the way home from west Richmond, VA. We arrived at 4:30pm bought tickets, which at the time I thought were pricey (they weren't), and entered the caverns at about 4:45pm. The cutoff for entrance is 5:00pm. I had been to the caverns when I was about 10, I was with my parents and it was fun and looked cool. I just couldn't appreciate what I was witnessing then like I did now that I am 60. The center of the caverns must be 35-40' tall and the the number of years that is took for all the rock formations to develop is truly mind blowing. This place is worth the money and it is worth more time spent than we allotted.

I stopped by when in the area to visit Shanandoah. The caverns were well marked and there was good descriptions inside the cave. It was warm inside even in March. There were a lot of people too but I could still move around easily. I found it to be a great experience.

Beautiful! God's creation after the flood. Though the world was judged yet He used even judgment to create beauty. A pleasant walk through a beautiful cavern!

A great trip through the Caverns. Self toured in the afternoon. Great time to do this as it wasn't crowded. Nature at its best. A light jacket or sweater may be needed. Beautiful formations!

As a nature attraction I would rate this a 5 out of 5; as a tourist attraction, I would rate this a 4 out of 5 since I only saw 2 guides. (There was only ONE tour guide who actually shared information with the public and a second guide who answered questions when asked). Other than that tourists were on their own—perhaps this was due to COVID so I wouldn’t discourage anyone from visiting because it is indeed a phenomenal natural attraction. It is surreal what nature has created here and continues to create. From the time I learned about the Luray Caverns in grammar school, (60 years ago) I have wanted to see the Caverns—-I was not disappointed!!! I highly recommend it.

This is a must do if you are in the area. It is a self-guided tour and it is easy to get around in the cavern. IMO, the best area was Dream Lake.

The caverns were absolutely beautiful, amazing, and well run by the staff. It was even better than we expected. There were activities available for all ages - rope courses and a maze for younger people, as well as museums and experiences for older people as well as all other ages.

On one Sunday in June my son & I decided to leave Washington DC and head off in search of the Luray Caverns. We found them quite easily and parked for free in the extensive car park which was already quite full. It is clear that this place is fully designed for tourists. The facilities here are quite commercialized with a range of attractions, cafe, restrooms etc. We decided to focus on the "main event" – the caverns.

Having paid our entry fee in the shop and general reception area we walked the long, windy covered pathway down to the actual entrance to the caverns themselves. There is a good deal of information available on the history of the discovery of the caves themselves and you are provided with a short, informative flyer which provides details of the dozen or so main viewing points within the caves. And they are magnificent. The clear, easily walkable path leads into the bowels of the earth. And the well illuminated points of interest are fantastic. The caves are full of impressive chambers with flowstone draperies & hundreds if not thousands of stalactites and stalagmites with reflective rock pools which provide wonderful opportunities for reflective photographs. We took our time and, like many other visitors, took loads of beautiful photographs. I was reminded of my geology lessons at school – stalagmites go up and stalactites go down... To me it was clear that when they constructed the pathway they must have destroyed quite a few of these geological formations which had taken literally millions of years to form.

All in all, a special day out for us to view another aspect of our beautiful planet

Very cool place to visit however, I wouldn't visit it multiple times. We walked at our own pace and there were very few times the crowd was large. If we did get into a crowd, we let them walk ahead and we were alone again.

Really amazing site! Went in the middle of the week in between bus tours and practically had the caverns to ourselves. Hearing the organ play was outstanding. Don't miss the restored autos exhibit.

Lurray Caverns in Virginia, USA is an incredible tourist spot that offers breathtaking views of nature's wonders. It is the perfect destination for nature lovers who want to witness the beauty of God's creation. In addition to the natural beauty, visitors can also enjoy browsing through the souvenir shops to bring home a piece of this amazing place.

Beautiful cave formations easily accessible on well-lit paved pathway. Brochure and signage was very informational and interesting. We could tour at our own pace so could let larger groups pass us which allowed us to have the cave to ourselves at times so we could take time to appreciate the views.

Beautiful nature site but overall an overcrowded tourist trap run more like a prison camp than a fun family adventure. They pack you in the caves like sardines with no rules or flow, then when the line stands still because the family in front needs their 7 millionth selfie the staff hollers at you that you need to keep moving and no one needs 15 picture. One even hollered that the line hadn’t moved in a d*** hour get going. They herd you through the most packed difficult areas. This is the most chaotic disorganized experience I have ever had and it took everything I had not to yell at the staff as they yelled at all of us. If you want to be treated like crap and pay a whole lot of money to do so, then this experience is for you. Otherwise, skip it all together, there is SOOOO much better to do and see here. You can’t even enjoy anything being shoved around the whole time or pause to read the narrative

After living in Maryland for almost 40 years, we finally made it to the caverns. We picked a good day to visit because there was hardly anybody else there. We could take our time going through the cave without continually bumping into people. For the most part, it seemed we had the cave to ourselves. The entrance fee is somewhat pricey, but the Car Museum and Luray Valley Museum entrances are included in that price. We’re glad we visited.

During Spring 2022 I went here with my family and it was beautiful and just amazing to just explore the caverns. I would recommend this place if you are nearby

Luray Caverns offer spectacular views of stalactites and stalagmites via a paved walkway through the cavern. Strategically placed lighting shines on the various formations, and a brochure gives details about what you're seeing as you make your way through the self-guided tour. There were a few school groups the day we were there, and the children really enjoyed the caverns. It's a great place to bring the whole family.

Great break from driving and hiking. Large, well lite caverns with plenty of different formations and friendly staff

First time in caverns. We got there early and were first people in. I recommend this as it was super quiet, peaceful and no large groups of kids. We then really enjoyed the car museum and heritage museum. Amazing collection and documentation- if you enjoy this type of American History. Hint: if looking for an activity to fill your day, I recommend Lake Arrowhead.

We are still in awe of the sights we saw within this cavern. The path was paved - easy to walk on, many had strollers. For someone with mild mobility issues, smart to have a cane or an arm to lean on once and awhile. The lighting was just perfect to show off the points of interest which were in a self-guided pamphlet. Such magnificent and varied structures brought about by minerals and water. There also is an organ that is connected electronically to little paddles that hit certain tonal stalactites as the organ plays. It was a nice 56 degrees there as well yet we were pretty perspy by the time we got out as it is a mile long with short inclines here and there. The rest of the property was very very clean and interesting especially the car museum, one of the best we have seen, and the village both which come with the ticket. The maze and ropes cost a nominal fee. Definitely recommend!!!

Luray Caverns is a breathtaking natural attraction, featuring impressive rock formations and easily accessible, well-lit paved paths. Highlights include the famous Great Stalacpipe Organ, which is a must-see. It's recommended to wear comfortable shoes and bring a light jacket, as it can be cool inside. To save money, you can present the Giant members card, and a discount is applied to tickets purchased on-site at the ticket booth only. After the tour, you'll exit through the same route you entered. There is also a souvenir shop and historical displays in glass cabinets worth checking out before you leave.

Unlike what others have stated, the self guided tour was just fine, and there were tour guides scattered through the walking tour. Everyone was very professional and kind.

Well-maintained trails in the caverns, helpful guides along your self- guided walk. Beautiful. Antique car museum included. The cars are unique, originally part of a family collection. Also included are a small toy museum and a lovely historical ( local history mostly) open air and inside museum.

The foot traffic needs to be decreased if the integrity of the caves is to be put intact. Boring place.

We visited mid week and it was not too busy. The path is easy to walk. The caverns exceeded our expectations. Dream Lake was really amazing - could have stated at it for a lot longer than I did. Giants Hall and the Cathedral were stunning. There are also two cute museums for tots and transportation. The Shenandoah Hertiage Museum is also on site and worth visiting.

Overall a great experience. A self guided walk through of the cavern, with a numbered brochure explaining points of interest.

Went when the crowd numbers were very low. Which made the experience so much better. Would think that when very busy this would detract from the overall experience.

Luray Caverns is absolutely stunning! I do not have much experience with any other cavern, so I cannot provide a good comparison. However, my wife and I are glad we went. The business that owns the caverns knows what they have, so it is expensive and all the building have a touristy feel. However, the cavern's themselves are beautifully shaped by the hand of God. My wife and I are certainly glad we visited and would recommend it to others.

The ticket also includes access to a Car and Carriage Museum (which was very cool) and a Shenandoah heritage museum (which was decently cool).

Quick note: If anyone found the heritage museum interesting, my wife and I would greatly recommend going to the Frontier Culture Museum in Staunton.

A must see! Netherworld experience in an extremely massive cavern. Self-guided at your own pace. Our trip had NO STAIRS. Long walk of incline and declines of varying degrees. Pushing or using a wheelchair would be a huge challenge. Not for your overweight, out of shape 75 yo grandmother- there are some steeper inclines. A heavy duty scooter could get someone in and out. There is puddles waters and wet in a few places… choose footwear accordingly. Several places to visit on the Luray Caverns grounds. The car museum was great, wanted to visit the winery but it was not open-check the times! Heritage Museum was entertaining. Use your Giant Card for 1/2 off a second adult ticket!

I initially wasn't too excited about touring the cavern, thinking that it might be boring, but I was so wrong! These caves were amazing!! There was so much to look at- something new and exciting at every turn. The facility did an amazing job with the path leading to all areas of the cave, and with installing the lighting that highlighted many of the especially interesting features. The staff was super friendly. I highly recommend this experience for all ages.

My wife and I decided to surprise our grand daughter, by driving over 3 hours to take her to the cave. After purchasing the tickets, we had to wait in line to use the restrooms. While in line, the lady behind my wife informs her that there is no longer a guide for the cave. Everyone gets to go on their own. This was crazy. There was no order and people were wondering about like they were lost. It was very difficult to take pictures, sometimes. They gave you a pamphlet to read so you could learn about the cave, but there is not enough light underground to see it. We will not be visiting again until there are guides to show you around and explain the history and the formations.

Overall, the caverns were pretty cool to walk through. However, for $34/person, you would expect a guide to explain what you are looking at instead of a pamphlet that you are given with short descriptions of certain areas. There's no reason they don't hold groups of 20-30 and then have a guide walk them through and explain things. Instead, there are teenagers that, for the most part, weren't really able to answer questions. If you are looking to do this to check it off your list then do it. However, if you are looking for caverns that provide guides and other tours, this isn't the one you want to choose considering there are others in the general area.

Luray Caverns is one of those rare attractions that exceeds most expectations. But I was truly amazed by how much they have improved the experience since I last visited in 2018, with a dramatically improved entrance and wider, more user friendly walkways (no more descending down slippery stairs). It also feels like they’ve doubled or tripled the route through the cavern and have artfully lit so many more additional features so there’s much more to see. Even with a lot of visitors the caverns can still feel intimate and inspiring; and you can walk at your own pace which is great for those who want to spend a little more time, say at the amazing reflection pool.

We brought out of town family guests including to tween boys. It’s not inexpensive (although the lunch cafe was surprisingly affordable.) They absolutely loved it and they’re not normally easy to impress. There’s the usual gift shop trappings, but the adjacent car museum gives fresh meaning to the notion of vintage automobiles and is definitely worth visiting if you have any interests in old cars.

The heritage museum across the road now includes a gold mining sluice which the boys also enjoyed. (It costs about $10 for you a gallon size bag of dirt to screen for gems on the sluice.) All in all, Luray Caverns is definitely worth the trip.

Luray Caverns is extremely Commercialized!
It’s like the Walmart of Caverns. The cave has been altered a lot to accommodate a large walking path which seems very unnatural. The tour is self guided so you’ll have to stop and read the tour brochure along the way.
They herd many people through at a time like cattle.
It was a bit disappointing.
The car and carriage museum on site was really nice.
Endless Caverns in the area is a much more authentic Natural Cavern. Barely touched or changed since it was founded and so much more incredible to see and experience.
I don’t think I’d come back to Luray Caverns.

For many years, we traveled I-81 and would pass by and see signs for this. Finally, this year, made the plan to stop on the way to see family. It's definitely worth the trip, and will definitely go back. Did the self-guided tour, took our time, and was just over an hour. It was amazing to see the formations over the years.

Wow! These are impressive caves and well lit and presented. The walks are cemented or bricked. Rails for safety where needed.
We enjoyed our walk through. There was construction going on outside yet it has no bearing on visiting the caverns.
Go! It’s worth it!

These are the premier caveman’s of the East coast. A must do! Great for families, anyone really. The walk is gentle. Great formations from stalagmites to stalactites as well as flows and columns. The organ is and added bonus. Great facilities here. Toy, car, and historic Virginia museums represented here. Places to eat as well.

It was a great experience, and the family loved it. Luray Caverns is the best known in the area, but there are other Caverns worth a trip. Luray was beautiful, but it’s clearly popular because it’s well known. The tour was crowded, but the guide did take his time and let all the groups take photos before moving along. There are other small museums on site that we explored too. Definitely a great day trip or excursion if you’re staying in Luray.

The caverns are beautiful and worth visiting. We did the selfguided tour, and there were several employees along the way to answer questions about the formations. The cathedral and the organ were breathtaking. My children's favorite feature was the Dream Lake.

It was 90 degrees above ground but felt cool, like 70s, in the cavern.

The paths underground are lighted and paved. There are a few places that felt slippery. There were people using walker canes and pushing strollers through the caverns.

If you are an AAA member, there is a significant discount for purchasing with AAA online ahead of time.

It is a long walk underground away from restrooms, so make sure your little ones go 'just in case' before entering the caverns. As a note, there are insufficient restrooms for a very crowded Thursday morning, I have a hard time imagining the weekends.

There were significant renovations going on above ground, adding things to do after you finish your cavern tour. We did not experience those extras.

We went here when it was in the upper 90s outside. A good activity to avoid the heat. I'm not a huge fan of cave touring, but this was an incredibly well-done cave for tourists. The paths were safe and well-marked, and there are a lot of interesting formations to see. I'd say it took about an hour for us to tour, but you can do it at your own pace. It was not at all busy when we were there, but there was a long queue, which leads me to believe it can be at times. The website provides some great photos/videos to give you a good idea of what you will see. The cost was about $100 for three adults.

Magnificent! Photos/videos don't do this place justice. My husband and I actually became a little dizzy/nauseated because of the uneven terrain (although well-paved) and looking up and down so much - it is truly overwhelming! We visited on a Wednesday in June and there weren't many people which was a plus. It's not too cold, so you will only need a light jacket, and shorts would probably be OK to wear. The sounds and sights are amazing. Revel in Mirror Lake. One of the water-pools is where people throw coins into water - I was repulsed at first because years of pennies has caused the water to turn aquamarine because of the copper, but once I read the sign and saw how many hundred of thousands of dollars have been donated to various organizations because of it, I was OK. Be sure to learn about how the stalacpipe organ works and how they tested approximately 3,000 stalactites before finding only 37 that had the desired pitches. From the gift shop I purchased a book called "Discovery of Luray Caverns, Virginia" which is an amazing, short read; I wish I had read it before visiting the Caverns because I would have truly had an enhanced perspective of this site and what it took to find it and then turn it into the attraction that it is. I enjoyed reliving the visit through some videos that are posted to You Tube by other tourists. This is a MUST SEE!!!!!

The dripstone cave is incredibly large. You are on the circular route in the cave for over an hour. But I am sure that the actual cave is even bigger. Everything is quite good but not too brightly lit. Although I am 187 cm tall, I only had to pull my head in a few times. For a whole hour, I couldn't get out of the astonishment

You certainly don’t need to be a geologic to appreciate the wander of Luray Caverns! Such a spectacular & wonderful experience. If anyone is looking for something to do in the area - this should be on your list. The cavern is a phenomenal experience!

Try to remember though… Leave nothing but footprints, take nothing but pictures & memories!

Also have the Car & Carriage Museum & Garden Maze which are great fun also.

Outstanding. We only went to pass some time pre flight and stayed way longer than anticipated. The whole experience was marvellous. The only thing missing is a photo book at the gift shop as there's no way any camera can do it justice.

The Luray Caverns is an incredible experience. I have visited caverns in Pennsylvania, but the Luray Caverns in Virginia is truly amazing! It feels like as you are walking through the paved walkways you are at the Moon or on the planet Mars as mentioned by one of the younger guests. The beautiful towering formations that are both stalactites and stalagmites is a wonder of nature. The sparkling lake reflections are breathtaking.

The Caverns are a nice one time novelty visit. They are cool and great for groups, families, and couples. They are beautiful but definitely not something I would do more that a few times here or there. They offer military discount tickets and it is close to several other attraction or points of interest like vineyards the Shenandoah National Park and Mountains.

It's unbelievable in its scope, magnitude and size. Amazingly spectacular. It is not a guided tour and it can become quite (over) crowded and way too many people looking to take that perfect pose with a stalactite or stalagmite. Cue eye roll. It could be so much more but the sheer "tourism" theme park setting left a sour taste in our mouths. It's a bit much with all the bells and whistles and shops and paths and dining. Personally, we would have liked to have seen the caves in a more natural setting. More crowd control and a bit more interest and dedication to keeping the integrity of the caves more natural. Hands and human touch are not good to these caves and formations, let alone all the lighting.
Glad we visited - it is truly spectacular but does not need to be a spectacle.

If I could give myself advice for next time I would say avoid a weekend afternoon to avoid the crowds. Otherwise it was perfect. It’s a very easy walk into the cavern. A leisurely stroll of a little over a mile to get around the cavern. I noticed folks in wheelchairs, and yes you can, but be aware that there are a few places that seems a bit steep to push a wheelchair up. Nothing too bad if you have a strong person, but just be aware. There was plenty of lights on the formations, so flash wasn’t necessary. I’ll definitely go back.

It’s beautiful and crowded. We visited in the summer so it’s to be expected that there’s a thousand people. I’d probably visit in winter next time to have a more peaceful experience. The tour guides are hilarious and helpful.

Driving thru on a road trip. Decided to stop because I could get discount tickets thru AAA. Full price is a little steep I feel. But it is a cool experience. Went on a Saturday afternoon. It was pretty crowded and took about 2 hours from check in until we left. That’s with a store stop and the car museum too. I am claustrophobic and was a little leery but it is open enough that I had no issues. It is like 1.5 miles I think they said, with a path through it. So it’s not like you need hiking shoes. However it does get slippery.

These caverns are worth a visit! It absolutely beautiful inside with easy paths to follow inside. It only takes an hour to two hours to walk through depending on how often you stop. We were glad we drove over from Front Royal to venture inside.

For generations, people have enjoyed Luray Caverns. Tour guides took groups of 20 – 30 people through the underground caves explaining its history and telling stories about the many rock formations. Recently, Luray changed how they operate. Now they just let hundreds of people roam around the caverns in an uncontrolled manner. We purchased tickets for an 11:40 am tour of the caverns this past weekend. When we got there, there was a long line of people. An attendant said the tour time on the ticket means nothing and we had to get in line and wait. We were shocked to find out they no longer provided tour guides but rather gave us a brochure that was supposed to be informative but was totally useless because you are in a dark cave and cannot read it. As we toured the caves, people kept stopping along the way creating long backups. Even the restroom facilities are poorly done with only three stalls to accommodate hundreds of tourists creating long lines. In my opinion, Luray Caverns has become an unpleasant experience and is not worth the time or money to visit.

Really amazing caverns! So many photo opportunities especially the wishing well. Lots of other things to do on site included with ticket purchase.

Really enjoyed this stop. So much to do, we stayed all day. Caverns are beautiful. We found ourselves saying "wow" at every turn. Also enjoyed the maze and village. Grabbed lunch on-site at decent prices.

Unfortunately we were uninformed hw difficult it was to manuver an electric wheelchair thru this place. I would definitely not take any type of wheelchair in the cavern. The floors are very steep in parts, very bumpy,and extremely slick. Without the assistance of some very kind fellow visitors we would not have made it out without injuries as we slipped repeatedly into the rails on the bumpy, slick floors
The young staff need o explain this to all visitors who are using a wheelchair!

Most fantastic caverns that we have visited. The path through is very well paved and walkable. We visited just when they opened in the morning as it gets more crowded as the day goes on. I would recommend visiting on a weekday to avoid the biggest crowds. we went through in about an hour and half, but you can go as slow as you want and spend more time.

Wonderful, amazing morning here. Get there early to beat the crowd! Well worth the cost of admission. Bathroom lines were super long so plan accordingly

Beautiful cave. I visited around New Year’s Eve and it wasn’t super busy so I could get some nice photos. I went there about 15 years ago and went on a tour with a guide. During COVID they are self guided tours and employees are inside the cave to ask questions. I can’t image going in the summer and how packed it. Bring some coins for the “wishing well” at the end. $32 an adult to get in

We decided to visit this place on the recommendation of some friends. It is an incredible place, out of the ordinary, you feel like you are on another planet. These caves are indescribable, the natural creations, figures and changes over time make this place a natural wonder worth admiring and visiting. It takes 2 to 3 hours to tour the caves and enjoy the entire landscape. I highly recommend this place.

Absolutely Amazing! We pass nearby occasionally and finally made time for a visit. Mind-blowing, it was really hot outside, cooler in the caverns but still plenty warm. Very much worth the admission fee, and will take a couple of hours if you take your time and take pictures like we did. Not very crowded at all. The car museum was way more than I expected, don't miss that while you're there. And try a bottle of the root beer on ice in the gift shops there, it's delicious!! I was plenty warm in cavern but my girlfriend wore a light jacket, pathway was wide and well lighted, it was a great experience!

Overall the cavern is beautiful and very clean. It’s a very cool experience and just amazed at how the stones are transformed.
It’s been 4 years since we last visited and things have changed. They now have a new entrance that has no stairs which is great for people with a stroller( like me) and wheelchairs. There are a couple steep areas and water so be careful! Also the new entrance requires you to walk through the very crowded gift shop.
The self guided tour is nice and they give you a brochure to follow with a number about each important location. There are also plenty of employees explaining as well.
The only issue that we had was that their were so many foreigners there that did not understand English or the directions that the employees where giving out. ALOT of shoving and trying to squeeze past me with my stroller. There was even one point by the wishing well area that the employee was telling people to keep moving and no one did. I was stuck and ended up saying loudly over and over again to keep moving. I pretty much had to move people long with my stroller.

My second trip to the cavers in 25 years, first time was a guided tour which was much better, this time it was self guided. Greer place to be on a super hot day but unfortunately the other 10k people thought the same thing. Great to see but I would suggest going on a week day or early in the morning to avoid the crowds.

Very interesting; do the outside first and save the cool caverns on a hot day for last. It was a great trip and also enjoyed the Civil War museum of VA.

The whole thing. It's a truly wonderful experience in any season. Pack a picnic lunch if you want to save a little bit, there are plenty of places to picnic right on the grounds. Its not terribly expensive for entrances to all the sites.
Our family goes every other year. Its just so nice and very relaxing.
Any season any weather!
Although the fall is quite breath taking( bring a jacket).
Its gorgeous anytime.
Its a full day, but you get to do and see so much in just a few hours.
I sometimes need a wheel chair now- fully accessable- easy through the caverns and all the other sites are within site and very very easy walking distance. All parking is very easy to walk to entrances. Even with my knee condition, on a good day, I have been able to walk the entire trip. Just really nice.
Its an old time feel, lots to do, fun for the kids, and a very Virginia!

We really enjoyed exploring this fascinating cave system that is million of years old. It’s very accessible, as there’s a paved walkway. Not to be compared with the caves we explored in Thailand!

Interesting fact: as it’s a closed cave, you will not find any bugs or critters on this cave. Again, totally different experience than Thailand :)

Visited on a Sunday morning during a weekend trip to Luray. Glad we went early, as it was definitely more crowded as we were leaving. Was able to hear the largest instrument in the world! Had a GREAT time chatting with a gentleman who was actually responsible for the caverns’ maintenance (remember: SOMEONE has to replace those lightbulbs and pick up the money people throw in the water - #rude). He was so knowledgeable and spent time previously doing tours, pre-COVID. You could tell how much he genuinely cares for the caverns and their preservation. I’m sorry we missed getting his name, but can’t thank him enough for great tidbits not in the brochure.

Please follow the directions you’re given and contribute to that preservation!

I have very mixed emotions about this place. This was my second time visiting. Once a few years ago we visited it was just my wife and I and we loved it. This last time we went we were very disappointed. The fact that there is no guided tours available is not enjoyable at all. Tour guides are what make a cave tour a tour they are the life of the cave. The tour guids give more info than any brochure can. I used to tell people that if you were going threw the area to stop and see Luray caverns because of how massive it is and how nice the walk ways are. As of now that won't happen I would still talk about how beautiful it is but will let them know you are literally in the dark about any info about the cave.

Because of the volume of visitors coming to these caverns, the parking is HUGE! Check in was a breeze, although a little cramped as the line to show your ticket almost merges with the line to get into the few restrooms in the back of the gift shop. Once you present your ticket you walk down a wide covered walkway to get to the cavern’s entrance. Th tour is self-guided, which is good since the caverns are immense and a guided tour would take days to get through. The passages are narrow in only a few spots, so the crowd moves at a steady pace. You can easily spend 2-3 hours inside the caverns if you stop and enjoy the formations. We also visited the Car and Carriage Caravan Museum, which is included in the cavern ticket. It is worth seeing after caverns.

Beautiful caverns, worth visiting for anyone in the DMV area. Spent around an hour roaming underground and loved it!!!

Its a great place to visit, but their prices are no longer worth visiting. It just costs too much for the average family and they are taking advantage of inflation.

These caverns are truly miraculous spectacles of a lifetime. It is such a treat to walk through and stand among these marvelous wonders. I really can’t believe it is so open and accessible for so many patrons to explore. I would love to come back, but probably only on a weekday. It was quite busy on Saturday afternoon, and I got a bit annoyed by the amount of people I had to wait behind or shuffle around. The employees in the cave giving occasional “presentations” were not very helpful, excited, or professional, and most of the time you could barely hear them. And if you did hear them, they never said anything that really caught your attention. In the caves it is a wonderful, cool temperature (at least in the summer, I don’t know if it changes) with occasional water droplets on your head. I took off the jacket I brought in after just a couple minutes of being in there. The walkways are not strenuous or dangerous, but sometimes a bit steep and mildly slippery - although they have handrails along almost all of the pathway. It is not quite as loud as you might expect; a baby crying behind you is still pretty loud and annoying, but not as ear-piercing or enduring as you may think. I didn’t visit any of the other attractions, and they didn’t really seem worth it at all. My main impression of them was that they were made to add on to the caverns, so that a visit to Luray Caverns could be an all-day trip. And I suppose if you did visit everything else, you would get your money’s worth out of that $32 ticket. But for just those incredible caverns, if I were local I would only return on very special occasions to see the caverns again. Still, I would love to take it all in again, they really are incredible. I highly recommend!

Beautiful place, we booked our tickets online. We were late for the time slot but it’s a self guided tour unless you opt for the guide. These are beautiful caverns and worth the visit. They also have a toy museum and antique car museum which are just on the right of the entrance and included in the ticket.

The caverns had fascinating views. The path through the caverns is relatively easy. The path is well lighted, and fairly gradual in height, not very steep, and smooth, not rocky, with some handrails. It takes about an hour at a moderate pace to complete the cavern route. The property also has other attractions. We viewed the Auto & Carriage Museum and the Toy Town Museum. Both were worth the stop. The ticket also includes Shenandoah Heritage Village, but we did not have time to visit this attraction. There is plenty of free parking.

The guided tour was a must and having Jackson as our tour guide was awesome. He was friendly and full of information not only about the caverns but also the local areas.

Changed in the last 10 years since we last went. Rocks looked dried up, green algae and fuzzy mold everywhere. Didnt used to have mold and algae at every light and above. No more tour guides or small groups, just a large number of people crowded into a cave path and covering all of the structures in the brochure. Definitely an emergency hazard with the large, large crowd. Rocks were broken off at every area a person could reach for a “souvenir”. Disappointed.

I went to Luray as a kid and had the opportunity to go back with my parents and share this my own child. It brought back ALL the nostalgia! Highly recommend this for anyone fascinated with geology or just looking for a nice cool scientific and fun afternoon!

Well, the caves are truly amazing and huge. The only problem we had was a couple of rude members of staff that were checking the caves for trash and checking the alarms. The caves are very very steep in places and very narrow, I am very slow due to knee ligament so was letting people behind us go past. We were in probably the narrowest part and heard people behind us so as soon as we were able we just moved to the side to let them through. They barged past without a word of thanks at all :( The staff dotted about throughout the caves are lovely and helpful but these two were just plain rude, they need to learn good manners. If it hadn't been for these I would have give 5 stars easily.

We went on a weekday in June, and we were often the only people in sight. It’s now a month later and the 6yo still talks about it. Above-ground it’s hilariously touristy (you not only exit through the gift shop, you enter through it as well), but underground it’s just…amazing.

The kid is now urging her grandparents to visit; they have mobility issues and have had challenges getting around other caves, but she correctly insists “it’s all ramps and flat and flat and ramps!”

The Caverns were Amazing!! Mother Nature at her Best. Well worth the time to experience it no matter your age.
Scott was one of the hosts inside the cavern and gave a few pointers.
The only downer on this experience was the young girl who job is to try and sell you a picture of your party as you enter the Caverns. She didn't handle No very well in fact she was rather rude because we didn't want to buy the picture package at $45.00.
She really needs to accept a no with a smile and not to rip away the pictures before you finish the word no thank you.
Other than that, Fantastic !!

This cavern system is amazing!! So cool and so much to see. We did the self guided tour which took about an hour. We listened to the organ. The guides are very knowledgeable!! We asked a few questions and they had more knowledge than I expected. It is definitely worth the trip!

It is a beautiful natural formation BUT it is way overpriced for a self-guided visit and even crazier for a guided one. How can a family with older kiddos afford this breathtaking visit? Check out a YouTube video instead I guess!

I request whoever to maintain the pristine condition of what is undoubtedly a tourist attraction. This many people this close to sensitivity natural phenomenon is not nice.

This is a well formed natural cavern. It is formed by natural evolution process that took place over years. Well preserved and with all safety parameters that are taken care of is a natural wonder. One of the best creation of nature one must visit to know its glory.

Had an amazing family visit to the Caverns. Got their before the crowds so we had time to leisurely walk the path. It became obvious that it was becoming crowded as we neared the end. Suggest starting tour at an off hour so you aren't slowed or need to speed through the tour

Haven't been to the Luray Caverns for 40 years. The caverns were just as spectacular as we remembered them. The natural beauty of the caverns is enhanced by the installed lighting. Every turn in the tour provided another wonderful sight.

We took our grandson of a tour of the caverns. We all enjoyed them very much and especially enjoyed our self-paced trip through. I think that a short, perhaps no more than 20 minute, presentation would have given us a better experience.

After more than 20 years in Virginia we finally made it to Luray Caverns. It was a fun day seeing the interesting attractions and of course Luray Caverns. We enjoyed our visit.
However, as trivial as it may seem, it was a bit disappointing that when we asked, the discount on our tickets was not given - We tried both .... The senior discount (my husband is 65+) and we also tried using our Martin's Bonus card -- So, if you're not going to give a break on the tickets, then please take the **** "50% off second adult ticket with a Giant or Martin’s BonusCard (only available for tickets purchased on site)*** OFF your website.

I have always been fascinated by caves & caverns, & have visited many throughout the US. An opinionated friend told me these were the best and he was right. The price is a bit steep but the tour is well thought out, quite extensive and shows care has been taken to keep the caverns “alive” and thriving. You can go at your own pace, which is great. Although there were quite a few people touring when we did, they hardly affected the experience, partly because the caves are so huge and lavishly “decorated” and partly because the tour walkways & lighting are very well set up. There were no lines or waiting at any time on a Monday afternoon. Since this is a commercial enterprise, we expected a much cheesier presentation than we got, thank heavens. The educational aspects of the caves are not at all obvious, but the info is easily available if you choose to look for it.
The entire tour is handicapped accessible, but there is a lot of up and down which might be problematic for some folks.

A wonderful visit! It takes about an hour to walk through the caves. Be aware that it can get crowded depending on the time of day (we went in the morning on a weekday and it was fine).

Most amazing caverns I've ever visited. Arrived at opening time and was one of few people which made my visit even more special as it was so calm, quiet and peaceful. Stunning formations and massive scale are awe-inspiring. Well worth a visit and worth getting up early.

Must see when in the region, it’s quite large, fascinating and quite impressive, pleasant walk while the crowd is not huge, years back we experienced a holiday weekend with very long lines for everything (yes bathroom line too), that was painful. But definitely worth a visit!

Luray Caverns is a great place to visit. My wife and I spent 4 hours there touring the cavern, the antique car museum and the old museum and village. The cavern was amazing! The car museum was top notch with excellent cars, horse drawn wagons and buggies. The museum village was awesome! One ticket included everything.

The caverns are good but the valley is beautiful to drive through. Skyline drive is even better, and can help to take you from d.c. to luray.

Notable aspects:
1. Massive formations with nice colors (though some of the color is due to algae and moss)
2. Well paved and marked self guided tour path
3. Unique stalacpipe organ with live demonstrations
4. $32 also gets you into adjacent Car & Carriage Caravan Museum, Shenandoah Heritage Village and Toy Town Junction for free
5. Next to Shenandoah National Park and close to Skyline caverns with rare anthodite formations

Allocate at least one hour for the cave and two hours overall to cover the included attractions.

This is a great site and a must see if you’re in the area. Beautiful and well maintained. Very crowded but it didn’t impede our experience. It’s just so pricy.

What’s fabulous cavern!
And I say that having visited Mammoth Cave in Kentucky and Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico.
Spectacular formations, beautifully lit.
The tour is self- guided which was good. We took our time, taking lots of pictures. A small brochure explained about 20 of the features.
There are a few other attractions included in the admission fee which was about $30. We didn’t do them, but felt we got full value just doing the cave tour.
Doubtful you would need advance tickets, although we were there on a Monday morning in April.
Just, go! It’s

Very neat to see. It's unreal how all of this is underground. Nice to learn the history of how it was found and how old this is.

This is a must!!!!! my and my son jimmy John came not expecting anything crazy but this trip was incredible!!!! Jimmy loved it he said in the car on the way home that this trip was incredible his favorite one yet this trip was incredible one problem though I did loose Jimmy in the cave to a bat when I got him back he said DAD THAT WAS A HUGE BAT MAN made me chuckle this trip was incredible

We love visiting this caverns. It is huge and the walk is not that long in my opinion. So many great background to take pics!

Amazing caverns and sights to see. It was too bad that people were not thoughtful of others and taking too long taking pictures. Other than that, the caverns were breathtaking, and we were just amazed at every turn at the beauty of the cavern. The organ was under whelming, too bad there wasn't someone actually playing the organ. The whole experience was worth the money for admission.

Wow, amazing to see the natural formations.

WARNING ABOUT HANDICAP ACCESSIBILITY!
unless you have a high powered motorized wheelchair or scooter with excellent brakes, this is NOT ACCESSIBLE! If you are pushing a wheelchair, please heed this warning. Once you’re on the 1.25 mile journey there are significant incline grades and downhill slopes of greater than 20 degrees. There are no elevators and you have to come back up the long steeply graded entry/exit ramp. I’m so glad I took my wheelchair bound charge there to see the sites but I needed help from strangers to make it up some of the long inclines. The floor while scored or bricked laden provides some traction, they are wet or damp and I was fearful of losing my footing both up and down the steep hills. You need strength and stamina to do this if you are pushing someone. Be very careful!

We were in the area visiting Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Dr. so we decided to take a side trip and visit Luray Caverns. Having previously visited the caverns almost 20 years ago when our children were younger, we knew what to expect. The caverns are amazing and one can't help but be amazed at the formations. When we visited previously you toured the caverns with a guide, but now it is a self guided tour. I kind of miss the tour guide providing insight into the caverns. I would recommend visiting early in the day as it seemed to get very crowded later in the day. Overall I'm glad we decided to visit Luray Caverns again.

I saw these on several Airbnb listings I was looking through and after loving the crystal caverns in Bermuda I wanted to check these out. It’s a little bit expensive - $75 for 2 people (and that was with a senior ticket) but you supposedly get access to the caverns as well as several other little museums and exhibits. We caught it on a bad weather day so we wanted to finish up and head back to our room so that inhibited us from doing some of the other stuff but it is included. You could likely make most of a day of it. The caverns themselves are beautiful. Really interesting. You can spend as much or as little time as you’d like in there. It is pet friendly which was a plus - although the dog does have to be carried through the caverns themselves. We had mine in a stroller and they didn’t have any problems with that. Keep in mind though that while it is paved, some of the paths are kind of steep so it can get hard pushing too heavy of a stroller up and down. I can imagine it would also be a little difficult carrying a dog (especially too heavy of one) because the caves take probably an hour or more depending on how long you spend. They didn’t have a problem letting him come out for the picture before the caverns and also were fine with him on a leash on the grounds outside. There’s a nice gift shop with a variety of local goodies and souvenirs. Reasonable prices. I don’t know if we’d ever need to go back but it’s definitely something you should visit and see at least

Several things that I loved about the caverns. One is that it is self guided, you do not have to walk with a guide. You can go as slow or as fast as you like. Another thing besides all of the beautiful views is the Stalacpipe organ. This is the coolest thing I’ve ever seen in a cavern. It’s an actual organ in the caverns that plays off the stalactites. Rubber-tipped plungers strike against certain stalactites to create a certain pitch. Very cool

Very interesting . Take your time to view everything . Easy to walk inside. Great place for when it is hot or rainy.

Beautiful caverns, but not economical for a family. For our family of 4, we paid $137 to visit the caves. They are self-guided with a brochure (no tour guide provided). If your child is over 12, their tickets are priced as adult tickets ($34 each). Well-preserved cave with some cool formations.

The caverns were interesting. The walk was not hard. Probably best for young kids to be in a stroller for everyone to enjoy. Worth a visit.

Lots to see and do. Self guided tour of caverns was nice but guided would have been nicer. Caverns are a bit less authentic than Shenandoah Caverns were. Garden maze was fun even for 2 middle aged sisters! The historical museum and grounds was a great find. Restored outbuildings were neat to explore. Handicapped accessible a plus!

The Caverns were beautiful and a must see. It is nice you can go as a self guided tour, I think a guided tour is worth it.

There are also other museums (toy, car, etc) next door which were nice to visit as well.

The whole experience was amazing! So glad we took the time to visit the caverns. It wasn’t uncomfortably cold, we didn’t need a sweatshirt. Staff very friendly. Make sure to visit the car museum which is included in the ticket price.

Prepare for a self guided tour. Bring your kids as they can yell and scream the whole way through in the world’s largest echo chamber. Let them eat Doritos and gummy worms in between the calls of their people. Bring your dogs for a walk through to their own personal below ground fire hydrants. Talk as loud as you want and not embrace the quiet and beauty this cavern holds.
That should be the commercial script for this cavern. It’s so sad because this could be one of the most GLORIOUS caverns I have ever seen, but instead it was tarnished by the above mentioned. So many things could be tweaked to make this THE BEST CAVE EVER! You set the tone for your guests and it’s unfortunate that people can’t seem to monitor themselves. In this case, guides who right now are standing around with their hands in their pockets, shooting the breeze with each other, could be stationed throughout the cave giving history or telling about the formations. To keep the health of this cave, drinks and food should be stopped at the door. Allowing people to still have short control over how long they linger, but actually hearing a guide keeps them in check a little better and keeps their attention. You are already paying the people in the cave, give them a job besides telling Suzie the latest tea on Sally. Could be SO MUCH MORE!!

Not having the steps to climb from my previous trip in the early '70s! The cavern beat my expectations! I do love the paved walkways! My husband is using a cane these days and he had no problem walking the entire cavern! It is amazing what Mother Nature gives us! We went during the week to avoid crowds! We took our time walking and enjoying the time together.

This is a very awesome place to visit. I was disappointed they were doing construction so the toy museum and car/carriage museum were closed. There were kids on tour who were loud and the buses blocked the view of the backdrop when taking photo of the “Love” sign. There are some wet spots and steep incline and descend areas so wear comfortable shoes with traction.
The cafe was closed during our visit, too. Take your own food and have a picnic or grab a bite before arriving in downtown Luray there are several options.
You can save half off a second adult admission by showing your Martins shopper card.
Lots for sale in gift shop but not the desired postcards of the signs they have up on the walkway.

The caverns were worth the detour from our road trip home! Expensive but well worth it. Amazing formations. Whole cave tour took about an hour and the other attractions included are about 10 min each. We got there at 915 on a Saturday and it was already getting crowded.

My family and I visited Luray Caverns and had a good time. The caverns extend 1.4 miles and is completely under ground. There were a lot of unique formations. Highly suggest wearing close toed shoes due to the wetness and dirt within the caverns. There were people with strollers that were struggling to push in up and down hills within the caverns. There is the usual gift shop along with a car museum, candy store, historical toy museum, cafe, rope course. It was worth the visit

The trails were all paved and very easy to do! The white lights made the caverns colors natural looking. So many different rooms if that's what you call them.The auto museum rocked.

Great time in the carverns with family, advised please take a sweater can be cold inside. Great time, beautiful patterns inside de the cave. Very easy to navigate with small children. Entrance fee person to visit, which come with luray museum, and other facilities except for maze additional fee to enter.

The caverns here are very impressive but the place is run like Disneyland. We were just shuffled through the path with people pushing, kids yelling and parents putting their kids in restricted areas to get the perfect photos. We purchased tickets days ahead for tours that supposedly go every 20 minutes but it's actually a free for all and they let as many people in as possible without any kind of timing on the paths to avoid the Disney-like lines once inside. Unlike other caverns we've visited, they are not about preservation and education, it's a tourist attraction but in all fairness, the cave itself is amazing.

We decided to stop here while in Luray visiting Shenandoah National Park and I'm glad we did! The caverns are so cool. The "tour" is really a self-guided walk-through but there are a few employees placed at certain points who were happy to answer questions. There is a paved walkway and we saw people of all ages visiting. We got here fairly early in the day on a Saturday, which I think was good as it was getting a bit crowded. Some areas on the path through the cave are a bit narrow, so it is easy to get stuck behind people and not be able to get around them easily. We also visited the toy and car museums, which are included in the ticket price. We enjoyed both of these. Everything is pretty touristy and I thought the ticket price was a bit steep at $32/person. However, I also thought it was worth the visit at least once.

Spectacular! Amazing! Mother Nature at her best!
This is a MUST if you can get to it. A bit off the "beaten path" but definitely worth the visit.
And the free car museum is totally awesome as well.

We went Memorial Day weekend. They were packed. No fun. Way to many people. Long long lines for bathrooms. Merch store packed. They really should limit entries.

This cavern is amazing, some of the largest openings I have ever seen. What is upper impressive is that the entire thing is ADA accessible. You can literally go thru the entire cavern path in a wheel chair! Now there are some inclines and declines that are significant, but it is doable!!!! Highly recommend for anyone, but a nature experience for those that might be mobility impaired!

This is a highly commercialized cave! The price is very high, especially because it is self guided. However, once you get into the cave you can see why you are paying the price! The lighting alone must cost a fortune! The older gentleman is not very pleasant at the ticket counter and they only give military discount to the service member. However, even with that discount two children and two adults were just under $100. The gift shop is so overcrowded with things you really can’t shop especially if a lot of other people are there. The paved areas are easy to walk and very well lite. The formations are sadly being damaged by people with no respect. We seen a beautiful drapery that was damaged that looked like someone punched it. Even though you are told to not touch formations the evidence throughout is that people just can’t help themselves. However, if you are able to pick out formations as you go through this is a cave that will show you many great ones! The self guided tour has an app that works in the cave if you pull it up before you head in with the QR code on the poles on the covered path. However, the tour lacked pointing out formations like bacon, popcorn, soda straws even stalagmites and stalagmites. It is interesting about the organ that plays off of the formations. How the constant tapping is not somehow hurtful is bewildered to me. We spent over two hours in the cave with a 7 and 9 year old and had a great time pointing out things. However, many would rush past us and may have taken less then an hour. The rest of the touristy things found in the parking lot we didn’t go into. Also, be very careful parking lot! We had cars quickly pull out in front of us as well as many kids running out in front and adults cutting us off walking across the parking lot. Overall, if you know cave formations this is a really neat one because of how well lite it is. However, the price with the self tour may keep many away. Also, only three bathroom stalls for females make it very distressful if needed!

I took my fiancé here as a getaway trip! It was a great drive down from Maryland, it took us about 2 hours and 30 minutes. Leave early to avoid traffic. The drive was very scenic and there were also a lot of turns and twists the closer we get to the location.

The lines moved quickly and the staff was very nice. We visited the caverns, car show and the maze. It was amazing and the maze was a fun activity to simply release! It took us about 45 minutes to get out of the maze, as other families were helping us, so it may have taken us longer lol! Great trip for a getaway and relaxation. I paid $ 86 bucks to see the caverns, car show and the maze! Very affordable and great deal! Have fun, we sure did!

We have visited caves/caverns all over the United States and these are my new favorite. The stalagmites and Stalactites were incredible. We were amazed by the high cavern ceilings, openness of the cave and the overall size. There is a whole area of the cave that is set up as a chapel, even with an organ. The path around the cave is flat, well lit and easy to navigate. It is a self guided tour that is well marked and informative. Luray caverns were impressive!

The beautiful, expansive Luray Caverns are punctuated with unique history and fun facts during a self- guided tour. About an hour to walk the mile long trail through the caverns. Dreamlike is my favorite. Thirty-five per adult. Ticket price includes car and carriage, toy, and Shenendoah Valley museums. The garden maze was nine dollars extra and worth the activity. Luray does it well and continues to expand to offer additional family fun activities.

Worth it! After paying, you take self-guided tour through a really comfortable path for about 6000 steps. The stalactites and stalagmites are well lit, and I would consider it a world class cave.

We visited Luray Caverns as a nice break from driving all day. The facility is beautiful and well maintained. Although the website indicated that you would go on a group tour this was not the case during our visit. We were able to walk through the cavern and stop when we wanted and enjoy the spots that were more interesting to us. There are well informed and friendly staff strategically stationed throughout the cavern. All were knowledgeable of the caverns and were happy to field any questions you may have. We loved going at our own pace and were able to self manage social distancing. Luray Caverns is well worth the stop and is good for an individual on their own, a couple or a group. We did arrive early and were the first people in the cavern. When we left about 1 1/2 hour later the parking lot was filling up.

Over the past 25 years I have visited Luray Caverns a handful of times. I got the impression after this last trip recently that they just don’t want people coming there anymore.

It seems like there has been significant damage done over the last several years. I didn’t remember so many stalactites being broken. Do people walk through and grab souvenirs that way? That’s horrifying.

Otherwise the tour hasn’t changed. It’s still beautiful.

The “cafe” was notably terrible 25 years ago. This time the only lunch food available was pork bbq, the nastiest looking hot dogs, or nachos.
Is this a statement?

It’s overpriced and still overcrowded. People love visiting. But if people are ruining it and you don’t want us to come anymore, then close. Preserve what’s left. And I hope you have cameras everywhere and prosecute the people who are breaking it.

And for anyone reading this who decides to visit, please do not bring your baby. Babies don’t like it, they scream and absolutely no one wants to be stuck in a long tunnel with a screaming baby, especially you.

A truly amazing place. Easy walking path. Great brochure with imformation along the way. Give yourself plenty of time to asborb and enjoy. Loved!

Luray Caverns is a must see if you are in the area. It’s fascinating to see the formations and the grandness of these underground caverns. The car museum next door is also included and was a nice addition.

Having never been to anything like this before, three of the four of us enjoyed this. Our youngest (10 yo girl) was not impressed. Some fellow visitors made this a little less enjoyable with their constant picture-taking in the walkway, loud noise, and inherent crowded-ness which comes from a group of 10-12 people touring together. The staff was trying to be funny, the the various puns were not only repetitive, but didn't fine their mark the first time.

The place itself is in the middle of nowhere and we skipped the other (included) things. The guide pamphlet was helpful.

This is a well-decorated cave near Luray, Virginia. It is very close to the Shenandoah National Park. We took a self-guided tour, 1.25 miles. There are 19 stops, described in the brochure you get on admission. The cave has nice formations, and a musical device that creates music by tapping on various formations in the cave. Dream Lake was very interesting. The cave is cool but overall comfortable temperature, and wet in some places. The $29 entrance fee was worth it. Very nice!

It’s was a wonderful experience, amazing formation and well guided tour ❤️ good walking path , lights are very good and very nice staff .

I saw the billboard signs for this cavern.

I had an extra day and I thought this would be a fun place to go.

I went on the 8:30 AM guided tour.

They only do this tour once a day at 8:30 AM with a Guide all the way through.

Our Guide‘s name was Scott. And his name is probably still Scott but I get confused about tenses.

Anyway Scott is enjoyable. He is informed and cheerful.

I enjoyed every bit of our tour through the cave with Scott.

I enjoyed his inflection of humor regarding what we were looking at in the rocks mixed with the science and the history of the rock and the cave and the formations.

Thank you, Scott and thank you to everyone who works at this wonderful venue.

At the beginning of the tour, I had the opportunity to get a picture taken. I got a picture at the end of the tour at a counter. Fabulous picture of me and happy frog! My thanks to the photographer who remembered me and happy frog and was happy to get a happy frog card..📸📷

The Luray caverns are large and involve lots of walking. It is amazing that all of this was found underground. Although the caverns were ok I really enjoyed the other museums ( car museum and Heritage museum) on the grounds

We have been to several caves and these caverns by far are my favorite! Luray Caverns are the largest caverns in the eastern United States. There are so many unique formations within this cave. It is also home to the Great Stalacpipe Organ, a unique musical instrument played by tapping on the cave formations. It played Mighty Fortress is our God by Martin Luther. We did a self guided tour so we could go at our own pace.

Definitely a must visit. Caverns were amazing. There are also multiple things to see & do at the same location, which was great. Car museum was interesting as well.

I have been lucky enough to have visited Luray caverns several times prior to today. My wife and I decided to take our to boys. Unfortunately it is a self guided tour with no direction kids running every where touching everything it was a real shame. Hopefully tour guides are introduced back sooner than later this is a real gem and hate to see it managed like this.

Beautiful ! If you are close to this area do not miss Luray Caverns. They are AWESOME. Easy to walk with nice paved pathways

Caverns changed since we last went. overcrowded and very hot; it was too humid to maintain a healthy cave environment. We saw fluffy MOLD growing from the stalactites which caused severe asthmas symptoms in several of the people in our group. Many of the formations were broken off probably due to vandalism since tours were self guided and people were leaning over and touching and going off path throughout their tours. The organ played about 15 sporadic notes in the 5 minutes we waited for the show. Bring a grocery card to help get a discount on the expensive 65$ ticket.

Pros:
- very friendly staff
- very well organized, layout
- PET FRIENDLY! (They have a kennel in the back for your dog)
- easy parking
- convenient location off the highway
- huge. Beautiful cave
- lots of lighting and handrails
- tour guides inside providing information about the cave

Cons:
-none

Overall great experience. I came with my dog and was allowed to take her into the cave as long as she was in a carrier or carrying her. She’s small so it was so problem, but I wouldn’t recommend it for a large dog.

5/5 would recommend

This is a very interesting place to visit. The ticket price is worth every penny. The self guided tour take about 1-1.5 depends on the crowd. It’s probably more relaxing to go on a weekday for a less crowded experience. The admission ticket also includes Car & Carriage Caravan Museum, Shenandoah Heritage Village, and Toy Town Junction. The garden maze costs additional $10 per person and the rope adventure park is $11 per person. They also have a cafe and candy on site, the cost of food is very reasonable.

A great experience, definitely worth visiting, this place needs solid 4 hours time to enjoy its beauty and enjoy other attractions this place offers

Really thrilled and enjoyed a lot . Earlier i visited to two caves in india . This is my First one in USA. Every Place is having their own charm , but here at Luray Caverns the stalactites and stalagmites, columns (where stalactites and stalagmites growing from the top and bottom of the caves meet), reflecting pools with mirror image effect and draperies. I recommend this attraction is a must visit in eastern USA . One can easily walk around entire caverns with out any problem. Parents with their little kids can also visit this caverns

It was a family tradition as kids to visit Luray Caverns every summer, so as a parent I was looking forward to taking my littles. While the Caverns were amazing and we had a good time, I was disappointed that as a veteran, they offered zero veterans discount on admission. Ironically, they have signs around the property thanking service members, but when the rubber meets the road and you don't actually provide a discount then why the thanks?!? And oh by the way, admission is really expensive,so a discount would go a long way!

We were so impressed with the caverns. The walking paths are well-done and easy to maneuver. They provide info via QR code or paper. So many beautiful sights with helpful guides along the way to answer questions. After the caverns, we went through the car and carriage museum and WOW,they have a huge collection with lots of information about each vehicle. We spe t quite a while in there.
Garden maze was fun too!!!

Amazing caverns. A great place to visit on a rainy or hot day. Self guided tour of the caverns . Not too many stairs but there are some sloped walkways that are a little wet. Beautiful areas throughout the caverns. I would suggest going after lunch. We arrived around 12:30 and several school busses with children on a field trip were just leaving. Might not have that in the summer though. The car museum next door is included in the admission price. You absolutely must go into the museum. The cars and history presented are just amazing. You won't be disappointed. It's pretty cool.

At $32 bucks a person they will herd you in there like cattle to a claustrophobic slaughter. Crammed into the cave via a winding path barely wide enough for two people. Exit and entrance at 1 single point, so once you're in you'll have to fight against a flow of people to turn around - or just continue for an hour.
No influx management so there's endless people behind you and endless people in front of you. Spent most of the time waiting for the gaggle of people to move forward 2 feet. I can't stress enough how you will feel trapped in the cave there is only 1 entrance and exit to surrounded by strangers that you are shoulder-to-shoulder with

Management needs to let 1 family in every 5 minutes, even if it means not milking tourists and the local population for all of their money.

Funneling cave-goers through the gift shop (not once! But twice!!) just to enter and exit the cave was also top-notch get-your-money planning by whoever owns this place.

Will never go back again.

Also kids under 3 are a no go. Not enough to do or touch to keep their attention while you wait forever to move 4 feet.

Drove all the way from Jersey to visit the caverns and I can say it was worth it. These caverns are the most beautiful and best preserved I've been on. The complex around Luray Caverns also has other attractions like a garden maze, a car and carriage museum, and more. There is also a good souvenir shop that you will pass going in and out of the caverns. The following comment is a personal mistake I made but I want to point it out just so other people don't commit it. I took a wheelchair user to the caverns and I regret it big time... Even though I carefully read what the attraction's website states about accessibility I got too excited reading that the whole tour was step-free and all walkways were paved. The problem was that some areas had very steep inclines going up and down so this required a lot of effort to do. It can also be dangerous because the floor is also wet so please don't try it.

This cavern was absolutely breathtaking! It is a Self-guided tour with an easy accessible pathway. A must see. You will also have access to the Toy Museum, Car and Carriage Museum and Shenandoah Heritage Village.

WOW! There are really no words to describe how beautiful, magical, and unreal this experience was. I have never seen anything like it! Definitely a must-see if you are in the area!

🔑 Some key points:
- The caverns run around 55 degrees, but definitely dress in layers. We dressed warm and wore jackets but actually ended up getting pretty warm in there since there is no air-flow.
- Go earlier in the morning before all the crowds! I know some people who have waited in line an hour plus to get in. We went on a Sunday around 10:00 and walked right in. There were definitely other people but it was not crowded and we were able to get great pictures! As we were leaving around 11, there were huge crowds coming in and I don’t think I would have enjoyed it as much with that many people.
- The tour is self-guided and took us about an hour. We enjoyed moving at our own pace but also kind of wish there would have been your guises along the way to tell you about things and answer questions. There was only one employee who was down near the organ to explain a little about it before it played music.
- Ticket cost is $32 and includes the car medium, gem mining and the Shenandoah Heritage village. Worth it!! :)

I am so happy I stumbled on the Luray Caverns while searching Google Maps for a lunch stop!! We stopped here on our way between Gettysburg, PA and Lewisburg, WV. It gave us a nice opportunity to stretch our legs and take a break from the motorcycle for a while. It was just another example of the astoundingly beautiful things out there that I have never even heard of! Definitely wear tennis shoes for this outing. The pathway is clear, but you will go up and down and condensation can form on the ground. The tour is self-paced, so you can go as quickly or slowly as you’d like.

This is the largest cavern on the East Coast. The cavern is absolutely stunning and was the best cavern I have ever visited. I had a guided tour with Scott who was a plethora of information. There is also an organ that plays the stalagmites. Good place for families. I would highly recommend.

It was a wonderful experience courtesy my Co-brother and SIL. We could experience stunning views inside the cave!! It was really nice to see the reflections of cave over water!!!

FYI even though it is 54 degrees in the cavern it is 87% humidity. That makes it feel like 70 degrees. I wore a t-shirt. Some people worn light jackets. Anything more and you will be taking the extra clothes off.

We went on Thursday morning at 10 am Oct 27 and there was hardly anybody there.

We visited the Cavern on September 2, 2023. We were very disappointed with the visit. We had previously visited several years ago and had a great experience. This most recent visit was terrible. There was no tour guide but instead a free for all self-guided tour with people who had no respect for the cavern or it’s formations. People were touching all the formations and even climbing on them to take pictures. There were a couple of employees in the cavern who clearly were being ignored by the customers. Very disappointing to see the condition of the cavern where the straws have been broken off recently. It is very disappointing to have paid $175 for a cave tour only to be pointed in the direction to funnel through with a large disrespectful group. The pipe organ sat there not being played and there was trash on the ground in the cavern as well. What a shame that money overtook the care of the structures.

My wife and I visited Luray Caverns many years ago when we were both young and spry.
This time around,still spry but much older,we
visited these Caverns with our daughters and grandchildren.
The experience was still amazing This time we had the chance to appreciate it through different eyes, looking through our grandchildren's lens.
They were fascinated by all the wonderful stalactites and stalagmites and helped us return to that wonderful moment when my wife and I experienced this cavern for the first time.
Luray Caverns is the largest cavern on the East coast and is truly one to behold.
Take the self-guided tour and let your children/grandchildren read sections of the pamphlet you'll receive which will only enhance their experience.
I'm positive you'll agree with me that this cavern is truly worth seeing.
Enjoy every moment!
Noel M.

This is a pretty spectacular site. Easy to navigate and get around. The staff was very friendly. The one drawback was a lot of people brought little children who lost interest in about 10 mins and were basically being dragged through the remaining mile of the walk.

Caverns were amazing to see and even carrying oxygen and using a small walker it was pretty easy to get around. Caution needed in some areas due to damp ground but i was surprised how accessible it felt for someone with health issues. Staff was friendly and helpful and more than willing to offer advice about where i needed to be a little more careful. All of the staff was very knowledgeable about the caves.

Really well setup. It’s just one route throughout the cavern so you can’t get lost. Natural pillars are amazing and really unique. Ticket also covers the car museum and the village.

This place is amazing and unlike anything I’ve ever seen. I first visited 10 years ago with my husband. We now have three kids and it was fun to come back and share this experience with them. A lot has changed since then. The caverns are now wheelchair and stroller accessible and so everyone, regardless of age or mobility can enjoy the experience.

Having wanted to visit these most-popular caverns since we were kids, my other half and I finally managed a stop on the way back from a North Carolina trip.

First, I would say that there really aren’t any amount of words – or pictures to capture the beautiful wonder that is these caverns. Its something you have to experience.

It took us almost two hours to do the self-guided 1.5 mile walk. Highlights for us included the “reflecting pool” (Dream Lake) where the water is so still you don’t realize the “floor” is actual a reflection of the ceiling; The Totems, and the Great Stalacpipe Organ.

The $32 adult admission includes access to the Shenandoah Heritage Village and the Car & Carriage Caravan Museum (next door). The car museum is great as well – I’d plan for 30-45 minutes to get through it.

Stunning. It is impressive what nature will do if it is left un touch. we loved going through the Caverns. We were just in awe of everything the caverns had.

Absolutely beautiful! Currently tours are self guided so you can really take your time going through the caverns. Spectacular formations every step of the way. Absolutely absolutely a must do.

Loved the self guided tour! They take amazing group photos before entering the cavern to sell afterwards. Abe at the photo center was super friendly!

My wife and I enjoyed these caves. The many colors and differing landscapes got your imagination going.

Luray caverns is indeed amazing and normally I would say that it is well worth the visit and worth a much high rating. However, visitors should know that there is extensive construction work going on and as a result bathrooms are reduced to 2 stalls for women. This means that the wait to use the facilities when I visited was much more than 30 minutes. This is appalling and totally unacceptable and certainly affected the pleasure of the visit. When questioned staff blamed it on the construction but I fail to see why they could not provide more temporary facilities. Also, I did not receive any self-guided tour information which would have also been very useful. No customer service.

I have always wanted to visit Luray Caverns and I'm so happy we had the opportunity to do it this weekend! We were visiting nearby Harrisonburg with our three kids (ages 6-12) and decided to visit on our way home. I experienced a bit of sticker shock with the admission price ($32 per adult and $16 per child ages 6-12 ... totaling over $100 for our family of 5) but it was WORTH EVERY PENNY! These are timed tickets, so it's recommended that you plan ahead and purchase tickets in advance. The tickets allow you entrance to the caverns, toy museum, car & carriage museum, and Shenandoah Valley Historical Village. (You have to pay extra for the ropes course and garden maze located on the same property.) We spent just about one hour walking through the caverns, exploring the features and taking lots of pictures. I think we hit it at the perfect time, too, because it wasn't obnoxiously busy like other people report. (Our tickets were for noon, when everyone else was eating lunch ... we saw a massive group coming in as we were leaving around 1:00.) There are guides staged along the pathway to answer questions and make sure everyone stays on the path and doesn't touch anything. (I saw a few people breaking that rule when it says everywhere DO NOT TOUCH.) The organ was a pretty cool feature - it's automated and plays about every 10 minutes. During our visit it played "A Mighty Fortress Is Our God." Definitely recommend bringing a jacket or rain slicker. It's pretty chilly in the cave and the ceiling will drip water on you. The pathways had puddles throughout, so you had to watch your step. There are some steep inclines, so individuals with mobility issues may have some trouble. However, there are no stairs; it's all a continuous path with non-slip traction. They finished the new entrance in 2019 so that you don't have to walk down 1,000 stairs to get to the bottom anymore.

The "Toy Town Junction" toy museum looked a bit shabby, very dusty, and forgotten. The Car & Carriage Caravan Museum was immaculate and fascinating! They had such a unique collection of carriages, wagons, cars, and more. I could have spent hours in there! The Shenandoah Heritage Museum and Village was delightful. Beautiful collection of artifacts from families throughout the Shenandoah Valley. I also loved exploring the village and buildings throughout.

When all was said and done, with everything included in the regular ticket price, I think it was well worth the price of admission.

Absolutely awesome attraction. Mother Nature’s beauty is beyond anything you will see in the caverns! Do not miss this one when I’m the area.

Amazing caverns and very nice car and buggy museum. There was also a toy museum and a historic village. It was all well done.

Visited the caverns for my birthday. Awesome place with amazing rock formations. Our visit was self-guided which was perfect. Had coffee after and visited a small toy museum which was on the same site. It was fun. Highly recommend visiting this amazing treasure of nature.

Sadly removed group tours with a guide & charge more! Kid "guides" sparsely placed. Won't be back. The end..

The caverns are very interesting. It’s just fascinating to see them, and if you’re a geology buff, that will make it more interesting. What made the trip excellent rather than just very good was the maze, the ropes course, and the two museums. You could spend days in the Shenandoah museum. The car museum is also great if you have any interest in old cars. Even if you don’t, it was still nice. The maze is a great maze; and the ropes course is challenging (but not too hard). Thus, all in all, there’s enough to do for pretty much a whole day. And, if the caverns wow you, it will be a great day.

The caves were magnificent. We have visited many caves, and none have come close to these. However, you need to be aware that there is a fair amount of walking and most of it is up and down. My wife is in a wheelchair and with the help of the couple we were with, we were barely able to push her through the cave.

We went on a Saturday and this cave is so commercialized and crowded it’s not worth the cost. My family loves going to caves and exploring but the people really made this a terrible experience. They need to spread the people out and not make it feel like you’re in a line for a Disney ride. They say don’t touch anything you might disturb the cave. But the one guy spent 3 years touching everything to make a cave organ. They have a power station down there with a huge shed they brought in. Don’t get me wrong the cave is cool and I bet I would have had a better experience on a weekday.

These caverns are great. The entry is easy and the tour self guided. The caverns are some of the best in the country and are worth the trip.

These caverns are spectacular. This cave system us forests of stalactites and stalagmites as well as what appear to be waterfalls but made of stone. There is a reflecting pool that looks exactly like a mirror with thousands of spikes coming out of it. This place compares favorably to some of the great western parks in terms of extraordinary geology. It is also an easy one hour walk on a smooth walkway and lighting which is just right. This would also be a great place for kids of any age.

Pros: Beautiful caverns and nice walkways, if you don't have any disabilities. We enjoyed the beautiful formations.
Cons: This establishment is NOT very friendly for those in wheelchairs. If you look at the website there is a picture of a small elderly man with his small elderly wife in a wheelchair. So, it LOOKS like this is a wheelchair friendly place, but in reality it has the opportunity to cause harm to a person in a wheelchair or the one assisting them. If you investigate the website thoroughly in the Accessibility in the Caverns section, you will find a statement saying, "Our step-free entrance will accommodate wheelchairs; however, Luray Caverns is not listed as handicapped accessible. The paved walkways on the tour are 1.25 miles in length with some areas having moderate grades that may require assistance for visitors with disabilities." This is an understatement! My 115 pound daughter was in a wheelchair. It took 3 other grown women to push her up one incline and while going down the last decline, which was extremely narrow, barely wide enough for a smaller wheelchair, I almost lost control of it. We were moving so fast as I was trying to keep the chair from getting away from me that a visitor behind our group came running after us to see if he could help. The establishment should have strong staff members stationed at these inclines/declines to help with these situations. They make plenty of money off all the attractions.

Marvelous- rivals Mammoth Cave in Kentucky. Biggest difference is this is a self-guided tour and filled with lights and well-built paths with rails. Mammoth is left very original and dark. We visited Luray last of the 8 best known caverns on this stretch so we were informed per geology and formations and enough guides were available to answer questions within the cavern. Strongly recommend arriving when they open. An hour after we arrived a bus load of school children arrived, and their shrieks echoed everywhere. Once they were in the gift shop and other activities on the surface, it was bedlam. We were informed last 4th of July, 6000 visitors were there, so AVOID HOLIDAYS. The caves are magic and spectacular when seen alone (as we had at opening) and you can spend all your time looking at them instead bumping into others or trying to take photos through a crowd. Quite a big cave, many levels but all on ramps, no stairs. On the surface, hedge maze, rope course, several museums of cars, toys, yesteryear and historic buildings. Extra cost for some. The car museum was lovely and I don't care for them. Excellent examples, beautifully cared for. Take advantage of the free tickets for small samples.

What a fun trip! The caverns are really cool and I took some amazing pictures. The tour is self guided and took about an hour and half. It could be shorter or longer depending how crowded it is and how often you stop to take pictures. The admission fee also includes several museums connected to the caverns. Also there is a garden maze, ropes course, gem mining. gift shop, and restaurant. It's a one stop shop for a full day of adventures!

Beautiful! I haven’t been to any caverns since I was a kid and this destination did not disappoint. It was beautiful. We went on July 4th and it was surprisingly not busy. We walked straight in and were able to enjoy the self guided tour at our own pace. The formations we so cool and the caverns were well-maintained. I was really glad to learn that they donate the money people thrown into the wishing well to charity. Staff were all very friendly and helpful. The pipe organ was surprising and beautiful. Don’t miss this place!

Touring the caverns was like a journey to the center of the earth. We were totally captivated by its beauty and mystery. If you are visiting the Shenandoah area, this is a must!

Wow, this is a cavern that everyone should experience. You will be in awe of all of the formations! Not only are there caverns to check out, there are some classic little museums on site to see. Go and spend a few hours there, you will be glad that you did.

A must see! Well worth the detour. Kid enjoyed seeing and learning about these interesting natural phenomenas. Highly recommend.

I came here many years ago, back when the organ still clearly played "A Mighty Fortress Is Our God." Now it sounds like off-key random sounds. They still say it's playing the hymn, which is embarrassing. They need to fix the organ. Also, I saw several older people struggling to walk the whole thing. Pregnant women and older people don't need wheelchairs, but they do need seats every once and a while. When we went, Nov 23, there were no tours. It was self-guided with numbers and a pamphlet. Don't know if that is always the case. It used to all be guided, but maybe that is just summer months? The walkways are all wheelchair accessible, but it is a long walk. You no longer have to climb down stairs from the gift shop. If you are an older person or pregnant lady and can't walk a long way without a break, I recommend getting a wheelchair.

We were impressed by these magnificent caves. It is easy to get around and the entrance fees are very reasonable. I recommend this visit which is worth the detour

I was skeptical about going here as sometimes these places can be hokey. But the caves are simply spectacular. They are quite extensive, and just walking along the paved walkways is incredible and all you need.

The caves are lit beautifully, and weren’t too crowded when we went during the week, around noon. Not to be missed if you’re anywhere near this area.

We took a long weekend to return to Luray Caverns. The self-guided tour is great, you can proceed at your own pace. Make sure you are wearing comfortable shoes, because you are in for a long hike uphill and downhill. There are benches placed along the hike to the cave entrance and benches along the route within the cavern. There are some personnel within the cavern to answer questions and we had one that offered to take our picture at one of the formations.

Being able to observe a natural wonder at close distance is an amazing privilege. Luray Caverns have been beautifully excavated to preserve their beauty and also allow human beings to feel safe. It's worth the trip.

This is one of the best caves I have ever been through! I was so surprised at how big and long it was. It is self guided with written material, but that is nice because you can take your time. There was an employees inside the cave if you have questions and they are very knowledegable. The organ was amazing!

Very nice visit. Caverns are well worth the trip when doing the skyline drive. Very few tourists when we were there also.

Comes with free automobile and toy museum which is nice.

Entree is steep. 32 dollars

What a marvelous way to understand the beauty of Mother Nature, and most of all, God's wonders!

As you slowly proceed into the cavern, you will be amazed of the spectacular views within the cavern. The walk is around a mile long, or perhaps a little less. I don't recall any steps up or down the pathway within the cavern.

The staff was very friendly.

We stayed at the Luray Caverns hotel across the street from the cavern, and the price was reasonable, but the room was a little dated.

We went on a Saturday, arriving just after it opened at 9AM. I highly recommend you arrive and start the tour before 10AM. When we exited the caver, around 10:30 AM, school buses had arrived, and the crowd had grown; there was hardly anyone in the cavern at 9AM.

The antique car museum (free with cavern ticket) was amazing.

The little village across the street was interesting.

Luray Caverns is a National Landmark for a reason! Besides the multi-million year old rock formations, the staff are so helpful and entertaining. My favorite was "Scott", whom shared his knowledge on the Stalacpipe Organ or the "Rock Band" (haha). This place is sure to inspire you in some way.

I've been wanting to go for quite awhile and finally did.
It is spectacular!
I spent a lot of time when I first went into the caverns in awe. The "later" part of the tour is spectacular and that doesn't do it justice.
It's 58°F, so it does feel chilly. I wish I had brought a light jacket by the end I was feeling the chill.
I'll probably go back and spend more time on the later part of the caverns

The caverns were spectacular but could use a bit of seating for seniors on the self guided tour. Also did not realize until we got back from our vacation that there was a great addition we never knew about. I was looking at the info and the ticket gentleman handed us our passes and info and that was it. We would have definitely loved to see the old buildings and historical info about the area but were not aware of it. I feel the ticket person should have told us of the extras that were included with our cavern ticket.

95/100

This spot was an excellent stop in my travel around Virginia. When I first bought my ticket, I didn't quite realize that there was even more than the awe-inspiring caverns, but also museums, toy collections, and buildings to explore!

The caverns were absolutely stunning and beautiful. Included is a little guide that correlated with posts every now and then that talks about the area you're in. The time I went, you also got to see (and hear!) the organ in action! As a music nerd, it was fantastic to actually get to hear it in person!

The museum across the street was also nice (and included in your ticket, make sure to keep your receipt!). There's artifacts and stories to hear in this quick little stop worth your time. Outside, you can also tour some older buildings and learn their history and where they are from.

The toy collection was a neat and very quick stroll right next to the cafe. Worth a look to see some of the things you may have grown up with (the Buzz Lightyear was my favorite).

The car and carriage museum is also a must-stop (and also included in your ticket). Definitely make sure you check out some century-old automobiles and even older carriages and a sleigh!

Overall, this is definitely one of the best places I have ventured to while travelling.

Kids had an awesome time exploring — not one complaint about being tired of walking. This is the perfect activity for a hit day — I was wearing jeans and tshirt and was comfortable inside the cave. My 12 year old tracked the self guided tour signs and read the details. They all took turns taking pictures at the amazing formations. My favorite part was the organ. The Stalacpipe Organ is played live during each tour by an automated system. And they learned a ton. What an amazing, historical treasure.

A few important details — no masks were required and there were no virtual signaling signs anywhere to be seen! Also, the historical information is the way it should be — without woke, revisionist or virtue signaling nonsense! This is a wonderful peek at a historical tourist attraction, not only beautiful but educational.

There are several ways you can get discounts on your entrance to Luray Caverns.

Children 5 and under: no charge when accompanied by a parent or guardian
Groups of 20 or more receive discounted admission.
$9.50 student tickets (through grade 12) for school-sponsored educational groups with 15 students. 50% off second adult ticket with a Giant or Martin’s BonusCard. (Download the app and open an account if you don’t have one.) $5 off admission from participating military bases. Tickets are available at the entrance to Luray Caverns.

But wait! There is more! We walked through the Car & Carriage Caravan museum was so cool. What an amazing collection of vintage restored cars. This is must-see for a car lover. I was so enthralled I barely took any pictures.

Glad we went and looking forward to visiting again to see what we missed. There is a nice covered/shaded area outside the gift shop with 4 picnic tables (with shade umbrellas). We enjoyed a picnic lunch with a stunning view.

The caverns are very beautiful and interesting to see. BUT they are NOT ADA for viewing. The paths are paved but they are also very steep inclines to go up and going down them you must be very careful not to fall. I had a mobility scooter and had to be pushed to go up them and helped to go down. You also need to know there are no benches to stop to rest on the 1.5 mile walk thru. The path is wet and slippery in places.

This was incredible!!! We have been to several caverns over the years, but this one is the best...hands down!!!
Super clean, great path ways, amazing formations, in wonderful condition.
We took a self guided tour, and we were on absolute awe!!!
Definitely worth the visit...