An NPS guide addresses a group in a cave passageway illuminated by lanterns.

Star Chamber Tour

Mammoth Cave National Park

  • Every day at 6:15 PM from April 19, 2026 to May 16, 2026
  • Fees apply

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Advance reservations are strongly recommended.

An evening tour in Mammoth Cave by lantern light, this tour winds its way to historic Star Chamber. Described as more of an experience tour than a sightseeing tour, the Star Chamber tour explores historic sections of the cave in the lighting of the earliest explorers, emerging from the cave in late evening. Focusing on early history of Mammoth Cave, this tour includes a trip into Gothic Avenue. This tour is ideal for visitors wanting a unique way to experience the cave and its history. Please note that this tour, at 2.5 hours, has no restroom facilities available.  

Portions of this tour are also seen on the Historic, River Styx and Gothic Avenue Tours. Only visitors age 16 and over may carry lanterns. To preserve the nostalgic atmosphere of the activity, there is no flashlight use permitted on this tour.

Duration: 2.5 hours
Distance: 2 miles (3.2 km)
Total Stairs: 170
Difficulty: Moderate
Ages: 6 years and older. Individuals under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult age 18 years or older.
Restrooms: No
Tickets available for each tour time: 40

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Fees

$30 Adults, $25 Youth

Location

This tour departs from the Mammoth Cave National Park Visitor Center.

Schedule

Days:

Every day

Dates:

April 19, 2026 to May 16, 2026

Time:

6:15 PM

Duration:

2 hours and 30 minutes

Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your tour time.

Event Type

  • Guided Tour
Tags: mammoth cave, cave tours, tour, ranger-led tours