Howe Caverns is a limestone solutional cave, operated as a show cave, in the hamlet of Howes Cave, Schoharie County, New York. Howe …
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Apr 15, 2025
Fat lady wuth nose ring in guest services is rude,obnoxious and gives false information. I asked to purchase tickets because cell reception was slow. She responded she doesnt have time and to figur…Full review by P4479GBchrisb
Mar 9, 2025
We've visited Howe Caverns multiple times over the years - each time is just as fun as the first. The cave is one of the biggest in the Northeast area, and the size alone is impressive. Make sure to …Full review by egwanderlust
Dec 4, 2024
The caves itself was fun for the kids. The guide however was very young, no approach to young kids, was very dismissive and behaved like the kids were a nuisance. As a family oriented activity, I wou…Full review by Dr0rit
Instead of elevator, are there stairs to go down and up for the tour? (one of our group was stuck once and hates elevators)
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No - they're probably only used for emergency access only. I'm slightly skittish about elevators too so be forewarned on busy days you are PACKED inside the two of them. If you're in …
No - they're probably only used for emergency access only. I'm slightly skittish about elevators too so be forewarned on busy days you are PACKED inside the two of them. If you're in good shape the nearby Secret Caverns are stairs only (about 100 but you stop at various points to catch your breath and look around).
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