Explore West Texas' HIDDEN GEM this Spring Break!
Crystal Palace Tour
$22-28
Children under 4 are free
This is a full 1 hr and 45 minute tour of the entire show cave!
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Horseshoe Lake Tour
$18-24
Children under 4 are free
Our short tour begins at the natural entrance, proceeds through the dormant section and proceeds through the active part of the cave. It is a 1 hr and 15 minute tour.
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STROLL HISTORIC DOWNTOWN SONORA
STOP FOR BBQ NEAR THE CAVERN
PLAY A ROUND AT SONORA GOLF CLUB
STAY AT ONE OF OUR FRIENDLY HOTELS
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This cave, which has seven miles of passageways, has garnered gushing praise from speleologists and guidebook writers.
Hands-down the best tourist cave in Texas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are your hours?
Tuesday after Labor Day to February 29th - 9am to 5pm
March 1st to Labor Day - 8am to 6pm
The Caverns of Sonora is open daily year round, and is only closed on Christmas Day.
Where are you located?
For help in locating us, please see our CONTACT US page.
How long does a tour last?
1-2 hours depending on the tour chosen. The Crystal Palace tour is about 1 hour and 45 minutes, whereas the Horseshoe Lake tour is about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Can I bring my camera?
Yes, cameras are allowed. We want you take all the pictures you want of our hidden Texas gem! However, camera bags, purses and other personal items are not permitted inside the caves.
What should I wear?
Cave Temperature- 72F/22C and 98% humidity (feels like 85F/29C). We are a WARM cave. No need for sweaters or jackets!
There are approximately 360 stair steps, we recommend wearing a comfortable walking shoe.
Are the caves pet friendly?
Due to the sensitive nature of this cave, animals are not allowed into the cave system but we do provide free, onsite kennels.