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Crystal Cave


TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 8 attractions in Springfield
Traveller Description: See waterfalls, stalactites, stalagmites and other beautiful formations in this cave.
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Attraction type: Cavern/cave
Address: 7225 N. Crystal Cave Lane Springfield, MO 65803
Tel: 417-833-9599

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1 of 5 stars
Littleton, Colorado
8 Apr 2009

I went on a Wednesday afternoon only to find a sign in the window stating it was "closed." No further information as to when it might be reopened. Disappointing since I drove a considerable distance to visit it based on "open year around" advertising. more

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5 of 5 stars
Kansas City
12 Jun 2008
1
person found this review helpful

This cave is wonderful. It is full of many formations including helictites, soda straws, stalactites, stalagmites, columns, popcorn, cave bacon, and rimstone pools. The cave does not have as many stairs as some caves making it easier to visit. There is still some tight and low places and a few steep steps. The tour was fantastic.. Just my wife and... more

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5 of 5 stars
Lexington, KY
28 May 2007

The cave is privately owned and very interesting. The history and the formations in the cave are really cool. The cave is natural and very much alive and growing. This cave has been preserved in as natural a state as possible and still be in a condition to be easily toured! But watch your head as many paths have very... more

19 Aug 2006
1
person found this review helpful

be sure to call in advance, it was closed on Thursday last week at about 3pm...very disappointing! more

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5 of 5 stars
Buffalo Grove, IL
1 Aug 2006
6
people found this review helpful

Crystal Caves is an experience not to be missed if at all possible! Not only is the cave tour interesting, but the tour guides are an important part of the experience. Crystal Caves is only open limited hours - mostly in the morning and early afternoon. You would be well advised to call ahead. This is a two person operation... more

Great Cave
4 Feb 2006
3
people found this review helpful

When we first arrived at Crystal Cave we thought about not staying, but we were already there. Good thing we did. It was a very beautiful cave and a great tour by the owner of the cave. more

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4 of 5 stars
Chicago, Illinios
16 Oct 2003
14
people found this review helpful

All the billboards around Springfield tout Fantastic Caverns, but you'll have a much better cave experience at Crystal Cave. Crystal Cave is more interesting, you experience the cave more intimately, and the price is better. This is not a world-class cave, but for the Springfield, MO area this is the one to see. That is, unless you have mobilty problems,... more

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Crystal Cave Address

7225 N. Crystal Cave Lane, Springfield, MO 65803
Tel: 417-833-9599