More than 150 years after its discovery, Howe Caverns remains one of the most popular attractions and vacation destinations in New York State, recently voted in the Top 5 Northeast family attractions by Disney's Family Fun readers. When you visit, you'll journey 156 feet (48 meters) underground to discover a prehistoric world formed millions of years ago. You don't have to be a serious "caver" or spelunker to appreciate the geology of Howe Caverns: your knowledgeable tour guide will point out magnificent limestone formations. Into the elevator we go. 156 feet down, 48 meters, 15 or 16 stories, 32 seconds, 52° Fahrenheit (12° Celcius), 70 to 75% humidity. You'll cap off your tour with a memorable quarter-mile (400 meter) boat ride on the waters of the underground Lake of Venus.

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Because of the stairs and walkways that allow for safe foot travel through the cave's natural terrain, we're unable to allow wheelchairs or strollers into the caverns. We offer a complimentary Courtesy Tour to our wheelchair-bound guests, which includes

• Elevator ride down 156 feet to the vestibule of the cave,
• Videotaped documentary about the cave in our Visitor Center,
• WAIVED ADMISSIONS CHARGE OF $18 PER ADULT.

For the protection of the cave and the well being of all those who come to enjoy this natural wonder, as well as those who will come in the future, please secure the following items in your vehicle before you begin your cavern tour:

• Backpacks and baby backpack carriers;
• Large bags, including diaper bags, camera bags, and large purses;
  
• Strollers and walkers.

(Please note: we can accommodate baby front carriers.)

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause but are bound by Mother Nature's creation and the safety of our valued guests.