Fantastic Caverns
Springfield, MO, 60°F inside, from $36
A Springfield, Missouri cave open year-round at a constant 59°F, with a Dino Trail of more than 30 dinosaur models outside.
Tickets and timing
- Hours
- Memorial Day–Labor Day daily 10am–5pm; rest of the year Wed–Sun 10am–5pm. Closed Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.
- Booking
- Book online or call (417) 815-2283.
Dogs, weather and what to wear
- Temperature
- 59°F year-round
Special tours and events
Dino Trail: an easy nature walk past 30+ dinosaurs.
Getting there
Crystal Cave is in or near Springfield, MO.
- Springfieldabout 8 miles
- Bransonabout 47 miles
- Kansas Cityabout 142 miles
Distances are straight-line from each city center.
Questions people ask
How cold is it inside Crystal Cave?
59°F year-round.
Do you need to book Crystal Cave in advance?
Book online or call (417) 815-2283.
Checked on 2026-10-22 against visitcrystalcave.com (official site). Prices and hours change, so confirm on the official site before you drive out.