Below Ground

Discover more about the Jewel Box of Caverns in Wisconsin

Cave Admission Prices​

Regular Admission (Ages 13+) ….. $21.99

Child Admission (Ages 4 – 12) ….. $12.99

Tot Admission (Ages 3 and under) .. Free

Ticket times are assigned on a
first-come, first-serve basis.

Cave Admission Prices​

Regular Admission (Ages 13+)

$21.99

Child Admission (Ages 4 – 12)

 $12.99

Tot Admission (Ages 3 and under)

Free

Ticket times are assigned on a
first-come, first-serve basis.

Hours

Open daily from 9 AM to 5 PM

Depart Frequently starting at 10:00 AM

Weekday entries are hourly

Last entry at 4 PM

Stalagmite and stalactite almost touching in one of the coolest places in Wisconsin
Rules for the protection of the cave. Do not touch the cave. Leave backpacks in vehicle. No strollers or framed carriers. Cave is 50 degrees, Dress appropriately. Photos are okay. No smoking or vaping in the cave. No food, drink or gum allowed. Bottled water is okay.
Rules for the protection of the cave. Do not touch the cave. Leave backpacks in vehicle. No strollers or framed carriers. Cave is 50 degrees, Dress appropriately. Photos are okay. No smoking or vaping in the cave. No food, drink or gum allowed. Bottled water is okay.
What is a
Self-Paced Guided Tour?

Take a guided self-paced stroll through this geologic wonder. Tours depart regularly. Your walk will guide you past a stunning array of colorful crystal formations on paved lighted walkways. As you explore, NEW signage will explain the science and history and our staff are stationed in the cave to make sure that you enjoy your experience.

Visitors enjoy the Cave’s constant 50-degree temperature which makes the cave feel cool in the summer and warm in the winter.

Whether you’re a curious tourist or a budding cave enthusiast, Cave of the Mounds has something for everyone to discover at one of the caverns in Wisconsin.

Photo of Onyx Ridge with People at this must see place
Photo of Onyx Ridge with People looking around a little further back.

Seasonal Tour Times

Summer

Memorial Day through Labor Day

EVERY DAY

Traditional Guided Tours at 9:15 AM, 9:30 AM, and 4 PM

Self-Paced Guided Tours from 10 AM until 3 PM

Last entry at 4 PM

Fall

After Labor Day through October 31st

All Traditional Guided Tours, except Saturdays from 10 AM until 3 PM

Weekdays: Every 30 minutes starting at 9:30 AM

Weekends: Every 15 minutes starting at 9:30 AM

Last entry at 4 PM

Winter

November 1st through March 15th

All Traditional Guided Tours

Weekdays: 9:30, 10, 11, 12, 1, 2, 3, 4 

Weekends: Every 30 minutes starting at 9:30 AM

Last entry at 4 PM

Spring

March 15th until before Memorial Day

All Traditional Guided Tours

Weekdays: Every 30 minutes starting at 9:30 AM

Weekends: Every 15 minutes starting at 9:30 AM

Last entry at 4 PM

*Tour Times are subject to change*

What is a
Self-Paced Guided Tour?

Take a museum-style stroll through this geologic wonder. Your walk will guide you past a stunning array of colorful crystal formations on paved lighted walkways.

As you explore, NEW signage will explain the science and history, and our staff are stationed throughout the cave to make sure that you enjoy your experience.

Visitors enjoy the Cave’s constant 50-degree temperature which makes the cave feel cool in the summer and warm in the winter. These museum-style tours are typically run from Memorial Day through Labor Day Weekend.

Photo of Onyx Ridge section of the cave with People
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What is a
Traditional Tour?

A guide will lead a small group through this geologic wonder. Your guide will explain the beautiful stunning array of colorful crystal formations while walking on paved lighted walkways.

These tours take 45 to 55 minutes. The guide will show you all the amazing features of our unique destination.

Whether you’re a curious tourist or a budding cave enthusiast, Cave of the Mounds has something for everyone to discover at one of the caverns in Wisconsin.

Cave VIP Private Guided Tours
Photo of family in the cave.
Captivating Cave
VIP Experience

$249.99

Exclusive private guided Tour for your group of 10 total family or friends!

MUST BE PURCHASED 48  HOURS IN ADVANCE

Specific time and date must be booked by phone (608) 437-3038 x0

9am and 4pm daily by advance reservation only  (not on Saturdays or Holiday weekends)

**PLEASE INDICATE  THE DATE YOU ARE INTERESTED IN**

Tickets are non-refundable.

Upgrade to Fluorescence Package to an additional $50

Cathedral Room in Cave of the Mounds one of the coolest places in Wisconsin
Deluxe
VIP Experience

$349.99

Exclusive guided cave tour for your group of 10 total family or friends plus a combination of 10 items of your choosing (choose from gem mining, fossil mining OR geodes).

MUST BE PURCHASED 48  HOURS IN ADVANCE

Specific time and date must be booked by phone (608) 437-3038 x0

9am and 4pm daily by advance reservation only  (not on Saturdays or Holiday weekends)

**PLEASE INDICATE  THE DATE YOU ARE INTERESTED IN**

Tickets are non-refundable.

Upgrade to Fluorescence Package to an additional $50

Column in Cave of the Mounds
Ultimate Cave
VIP Package

$459.99

Exclusive guided cave tour for your group of 10 total family or friends plus a combination of 20 items of your choosing (choose from gem mining, fossil mining AND geodes).

MUST BE PURCHASED 48  HOURS IN ADVANCE

Specific time and date must be booked by phone (608) 437-3038 x0

9am and 4pm daily by advance reservation only  (not on Saturdays or Holiday weekends)

**PLEASE INDICATE  THE DATE YOU ARE INTERESTED IN**

Tickets are non-refundable.

Upgrade to Fluorescence Package to an additional $50

Photo of Cave under blacklight
Fun with Fluorescence
VIP Package

$299.99

Exclusive VIP private guided Black-light Tours for your group of 10 total family or friends!

(Recommended for age 8 and older)

MUST BE PURCHASED 48  HOURS IN ADVANCE

Specific time and date must be booked by phone (608) 437-3038 x0

9 am and 4 pm daily by advance reservation only  (not on Saturdays or Holiday weekends)

**PLEASE INDICATE  THE DATE YOU ARE INTERESTED IN**

Tickets are non-refundable.

Photo of family in the cave.
Captivating Cave
VIP Experience

$249.99

Exclusive private guided Tour for your group of 10 total family or friends!

MUST BE PURCHASED 48  HOURS IN ADVANCE

Specific time and date must be booked by phone (608) 437-3038 x0

9am and 4pm daily by advance reservation only  (not on Saturdays or Holiday weekends)

**PLEASE INDICATE  THE DATE YOU ARE INTERESTED IN**

Tickets are non-refundable.

Upgrade to Fluorescence Package to an additional $50

Cathedral Room in Cave of the Mounds one of the coolest places in Wisconsin
Deluxe
VIP Experience

$349.99

Exclusive guided cave tour for your group of 10 total family or friends plus a combination of 10 items of your choosing (choose from gem mining, fossil mining OR geodes).

MUST BE PURCHASED 48  HOURS IN ADVANCE

Specific time and date must be booked by phone (608) 437-3038 x0

9am and 4pm daily by advance reservation only  (not on Saturdays or Holiday weekends)

**PLEASE INDICATE  THE DATE YOU ARE INTERESTED IN**

Tickets are non-refundable.

Upgrade to Fluorescence Package to an additional $50

Column in Cave of the Mounds
Ultimate Cave
VIP Package

$459.99

Exclusive guided cave tour for your group of 10 total family or friends plus a combination of 20 items of your choosing (choose from gem mining, fossil mining AND geodes).

MUST BE PURCHASED 48  HOURS IN ADVANCE

Specific time and date must be booked by phone (608) 437-3038 x0

9am and 4pm daily by advance reservation only  (not on Saturdays or Holiday weekends)

**PLEASE INDICATE  THE DATE YOU ARE INTERESTED IN**

Tickets are non-refundable.

Upgrade to Fluorescence Package to an additional $50

Photo of Cave under blacklight
Fun with Fluorescence
VIP Package

$299.99

Exclusive VIP private guided Black-light Tours for your group of 10 total family or friends!

(Recommended for age 8 and older)

MUST BE PURCHASED 48  HOURS IN ADVANCE

Specific time and date must be booked by phone (608) 437-3038 x0

9 am and 4 pm daily by advance reservation only  (not on Saturdays or Holiday weekends)

**PLEASE INDICATE  THE DATE YOU ARE INTERESTED IN**

Tickets are non-refundable.

Photo of family walking in the cave. that can bee seen on a Tours in Wisconsin coolest places in Wisconsin
Photo of Column Room with people inside the cave at this must-see place in Wisconsin​
What is a
Membership?

Help support the conservation of Cave of the Mounds National Natural Landmark by becoming a Keys to the Cave member. Membership is good for 1 year from the date of your first Cave visit to our caverns in Wisconsin. You can purchase a membership for multiple members at once. All proceeds of memberships go towards protecting this geologic treasure. You can purchase your Annual Memberships in person the day of your visit.

Membership Benefits include: Keys to the Cave card, granting you unlimited Cave Tour admissions at Cave of the Mounds for 1 year

Free subscription to our email newsletter

Other great email offers throughout the year!

Photo of family walking in the cave. that can bee seen on a Tours in Wisconsin coolest places in Wisconsin

What is a Membership?

Help support the conservation of Cave of the Mounds National Natural Landmark by becoming a Keys to the Cave member. Membership is good for 1 year from the date of your first Cave visit to our caverns in Wisconsin. You can purchase a membership for multiple members at once. All proceeds of memberships go towards protecting this geologic treasure. You can purchase your Annual Memberships in person the day of your visit.

Membership Benefits include: Keys to the Cave card, granting you unlimited Cave Tour admissions at Cave of the Mounds for 1 year

Free subscription to our email newsletter

Other great email offers throughout the year!