Watch The Polar Express deep inside Grand Caverns
2 hours
Cave tour, The Polar Express
Descend into Grand Caverns for a screening of The Polar Express in Cathedral Hall. A short cave tour leads to an underground cinema setting beneath the surface.
No refunds or exchanges within 24 hours of showtime.
Chairs are provided. You may bring a small camp chair and a blanket, but do not bring lounge chairs, loveseat camp chairs, or large camp chairs because space is limited.
Stone Lodge at Grand Caverns, 5 Grand Caverns Drive, Grottoes, VA 24441
America's oldest operating commercial cave delivers a genuinely impressive underground experience, and the guides are a big reason why. Evan, Kai, Anne, and Adrienne come up repeatedly in reviews for being knowledgeable, engaging, and great with kids. One parent specifically credited Adrienne for easing her nervous children into the experience and keeping the pace comfortable for everyone in the group. The geology tour in particular seems to be a standout option for curious visitors. The caverns themselves are massive, well-lit, and feel authentic rather than overly commercialized. Multiple visitors mention returning more than once, which says a lot. The cave stays a cool 54 degrees year-round, the walking path is mostly flat with some stairs, and the two-hour tour moves at a comfortable pace with rest benches along the way. For those looking for a less crowded alternative to nearby Luray Caverns, this is a solid choice.
Great experience on a hot summer day. The temperature is perfect during the tour and our tour guide Anna was a lot of fun and great with kids. Recommend the cavern for kids with great imagination. The ticket price is fair but wish the cavern is a bit bigger to explore.
Bubble Bubble
July 6, 2026
Great experience on a hot summer day. The temperature is perfect during the tour and our tour guide Anna was a lot of fun and great with kids. Recommend the cavern for kids with great imagination. The ticket price is fair but wish the cavern is a bit bigger to explore.
Bubble Bubble
July 6, 2026
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