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Howe Caverns

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    David D.
    "wear jeans and a sweatshirt"(3 Tips)
    Shirley Y.
    "never been to a cavern"(3 Tips)
    Angela L.
    "I really enjoyed the lantern tour."(2 Tips)
    Nicholas W.
    "The tour guides know more about this area then you would think."(2 Tips)
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  • Brian P.
    Brian PurcellJune 22, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    If you have a dslr, go to the photo area and ask for Brian, and show him what kind of camera you have. Ask him what settings you would recommend when shooting in the cave.
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  • Libster C.
    Libster CSeptember 1, 2012
    Get here early & be the first group to take the tour. Bring a jacket or sweatshirt. Temp in the cave is 52. It's a walking tour. Not recommended for babies in strollers, wheelchairs & hard of walking
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  • Shirley Y.
    Shirley YApril 7, 2013
    For those who have never been to a cavern before, this is definitely a good intro to the cavern world. Enjoyed the entertaining historical intro and appreciated the hand-powered river ride!
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    Holly BowenAugust 9, 2018
    It was a neat tour. Great cool activity on a hot day. The twisty part at the end was my favorite. The wedding chapel was pretty cool too!
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  • David D.
    David DanAugust 2, 2012
    Take the Adventure Tour and ask for Carson, he's fun, knowledgeable and took a lot of cool pictures for us!! Like people said, wear jeans and a sweatshirt as it's 52 degrees year-round....
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  • Nicholas W.heart icon on user image
    Nicholas WoodFebruary 13, 2017
    Ask a lot of questions on the tours. The tour guides know more about this area then you would think.
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  • Tamara D.heart icon on user image
    Tamara DApril 25, 2016
    Fun place to go for a day ride. Interesting. Had a new guide on@boat ride and kept slamming into the walls. Ha wear a helmet!
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  • Tina
    TinaJune 11, 2010
    It's busy during the school day but a lot of fun. Don't forget to bring a jacket or sweater, as the caverns are 52 degrees year round. The kids like the mining, so it's worth doing in lieu of the gift Read more
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  • Ryan M.
    Ryan McMorrowJuly 22, 2017
    Mattie the boat driver is one of a kind - if you see her, tell her "The Secret Waterfall"s said hello!
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  • Angela L.
    Angela LeeOctober 7, 2011
    I really enjoyed the lantern tour. Our tour guide looked like Jason Segal. And yes, it's always 50ish degrees in the caves!
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  • Jennifer K.
    Jennifer KaufmanOctober 2, 2011
    This place is amazing! I really enjoyed the lantern tour and being left to wander with our candles after.
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    Reynaldo CorderoAugust 18, 2013
    I brought a tripod and set the camera to night mode with no flash and got some amazing colors to show
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  • Sunflower
    SunflowerOctober 9, 2011
    Soooooo much fun! From outside of the building it has an amazing view!!
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  • Cara F.
    Cara FriedmanJune 9, 2012
    Bring a sweatshirt with a hood. It is always 52 degrees and it drips on you!
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  • Brian P.
    Brian PurcellMay 29, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    There are no large bags or backpacks allowed in the cave
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  • Joe P.
    Joe PruntyJuly 24, 2011
    The boat ride is wild, and they shut the lights off for it. Watch for falling cave kisses!
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  • Norma Atheart a.heart icon on user image
    It’s as impressive as those I have been to out of the country
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  • Lite 98.7
    Lite 98.7July 22, 2011
    Selected as one of the best places to cool off in Upstate NY. Read more
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  • Dawn   :o) D.
    Dawn :o) DamnYourNosey!October 30, 2011
    Check out the Bike that OCC made. So loving it.
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  • Kory P.
    Kory PfeifferSeptember 30, 2010
    Turn the flash off on your camera. The lights make for amazing shots.
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  • Jeff K.
    Jeff KerrJuly 25, 2010
    Yes don't forget a jacket, cause they are 52 degrees year round.
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  • Jennifer B.
    Jennifer BMarch 2, 2011
    Winter is the best time to go!
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  • Dawn   :o) D.
    Dawn :o) DamnYourNosey!October 30, 2011
    Loved it ....
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  • Terri T.
    Dress warm.
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  • Peter Z.
    Peter ZanghiJuly 19, 2011
    Semi-decent tourist trap.
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