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Meramec Caverns

I-44 W, exit 230, Stanton, MO 63079
800-676-6105
Ranked #1 of 1 attractions in Stanton
4.0 of 5 stars 79 Reviews
Type: Caverns/ Caves
Activities: Hiking
Description: Discovered in 1716 and later used as a hideout for the notorious Jesse James, this large cavern contains five floors of unusual formations.
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Saint Louis, Missouri
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012
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We went Meramec Caverns to try their new zipline since have never zipped before and wanted try. There are 4 zips. 2 long lines over the parking lot and river and 2 very short lines in the woods. If you have never ziplined before or if you have kids, this is decent experience to give you a feel for what... More

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St-Louis, null, Senegal
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012
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Nice place to cool off during a hot summer day. Make sure you have your walking shoes pack no free ride here and there are a few steep hill climbs but well worth it . They also have boat rides on the river also which is relaxing.

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Jefferson City, Missouri
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

Unique opportunity to see nature at its best! Beautiful natural caverns and awesome wonder of nature.

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Glen Carbon, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

Enjoyed another tour of the caverns, we liked the boat ride and the activities. also enjoyed the motel at the park.

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Arnold, Missouri, United States
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32 reviews 32 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

It stays cool in the Caverns all year round. The tour is great and very educational.

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St. Louis
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012
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great family day--nice and cool inside--very interesting and beautiful!!

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Fairview Heights, Illinois
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012
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1person found this review helpful Camping is more pricey than other places. I made sure to have coupons ready in case we did the cave tour, boat tour or zipline. The scene: We arrived on Memorial Day. 2 days after the water receded from the campgrounds.(The mosquitoes were out in force) There were lots of people there when we arrived... More

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Saint Peters
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50 helpful votes 50 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012
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Not my favorite thing to do. I like the parking lot more than the attraction. The river is beautiful here. The Caverns are a unique part of Route 66 history though. So, it doesn't hurt to give it a look. But over the cave tours are very expensive.

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Downers Grove, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012 via mobile
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This is a definite must see!! Well worth the price! The tour is over an hour long! They do not rush you and you can take your time looking and taking pictures! The tour guides are very informative. It was amazing to find out the caverns are privately owned. It is truly magnificent!!

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Saint Louis, Missouri
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012
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Made easily accessable without ruining the unique and natural beauty. Affordable for a family.

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