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Crystal Cave tickets and prices
Guided tours are $30 for adults and $18 for children 4 to 12. Under 4 is free. Book online or just walk in.
Guided cave tour
About 1 hour
| Adults | $30 |
| Children 4 to 12 | $18 |
| Children under 4 | Free |
Walk-ins are welcome. Reservations are encouraged but not required.
Cave Adventure Tour
1 hour cave tour, plus the Dino Trail at your leisure
| Adults (ages 13 and up) | $40 |
| Children 4 to 12 | $26 |
| Children under 4 | Free |
Prices as shown by FareHarbor on 2026-10-24 and can vary by date.
Wild Cave Tour
2 hours, off the trail
| Per person (ages 16 and up) | $100 |
Groups of 2 to 10. Tours start at 5 pm on Saturdays. Arrive at least 30 minutes early. Guests under 18 need a parent or guardian. Helmets, headlamps and knee pads are required and provided.
Prices and hours as listed on the official Crystal Cave site on 2026-10-15. Confirm when you book.
Hours
| Summer (Memorial Day to Labor Day) | Daily, 10 am to 5 pm |
| Winter | Wednesday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm |
| Closed | Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day |
Ticket questions
How much are Crystal Cave tickets?
A guided cave tour is $30 for adults and $18 for children ages 4 to 12. Children under 4 are free. The Cave Adventure Tour adds a walk on the Dino Trail and is $40 for adults and $26 for children 4 to 12. The Wild Cave Tour is $100 per person.
How long is the Crystal Cave tour in Springfield, MO?
The guided cave tour takes about one hour. The Wild Cave Tour takes two hours.
What are the Crystal Cave hours?
From Memorial Day to Labor Day the cave is open daily from 10 am to 5 pm. In winter it is open Wednesday to Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm. It is closed on Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.
Do I need a reservation?
Walk-ins are welcome and reservations are encouraged but not required. You can book online ahead of time.
Is the cave cold? What should I wear?
The cave stays about 60 degrees all year. In summer that feels cool, so bring a light layer, and in winter it actually feels warm and cozy. Comfortable closed-toe shoes are a good idea, because the tour includes flights of steps.
Does the tour have stairs?
Yes. You walk down a flight of steps at the entrance and two more flights to reach the cave floor, and there is a stairway up to the Cathedral Chamber on the upper level.
What is the Wild Cave Tour?
A two-hour guided tour off the beaten trail. Guests walk, crawl and climb through a creek bed, with running water, loose stones and mud. You must be 16 or older, and helmets, headlamps and knee pads are provided.