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.
Product ID: V69PXR
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.
Tours are hourly on the half hour. Tim was our tour guide and he did well with telling us all about the history of the cave and all its wonders. Very informative and we had a great time. You can buy tickets online but you definitely do not need to. All of the staff were helpful and informative and very pleasant.
Raveling Madness
August 29, 2026
Tours are hourly on the half hour. Tim was our tour guide and he did well with telling us all about the history of the cave and all its wonders. Very informative and we had a great time. You can buy tickets online but you definitely do not need to. All of the staff were helpful and informative and very pleasant.
Raveling Madness
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