Natural Bridge Caverns

Natural Bridge Caverns Two spectacular caverns, adventure above ground, concerts, events, and more! Texas' Largest Underground Attraction!
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Natural Bridge Caverns is so much more than one of the most treasured natural attractions Texas has to offer. This beautiful and historical cavern system offers an experience that is high energy, educational, fun and family oriented. Whether you are a first timer, an avid caver or someone in between, Natural Bridge Caverns awaits with a once in a lifetime experience you'll never forget. Pan for precious stones, take to the skies on the Twisted Trails zip rails, go caving on an adventure tour or simply experience nature on the original Discovery Tour. Bring your family, your church group or your classroom. With so much to do, see and learn, once you've experienced Natural Bridge Caverns, we promise you'll be coming back for more.

There is no GPS in the maze. You're welcome?
09/29/2026

There is no GPS in the maze. You're welcome?

09/28/2026

So many songs about Geology, we get why they call it rock and roll.

09/25/2026

We are a tiny bit obsessed. Come find out why.

We are proud to share that The Texas Markers Project has recognized cave developer Jack Charles Burch. The Texas Markers...
09/24/2026

We are proud to share that The Texas Markers Project has recognized cave developer Jack Charles Burch.

The Texas Markers Project recognizes over 345 individuals, groups, technologies, and events that have shaped conservation in the state. The overall goal of the project is to make it easier for Texans to learn about the history of conservation, to explore these places, and to understand how past efforts continue to influence the stewardship of natural resources and public health today.

Jack Burch grew up exploring caves in the Arbuckle Mountains of Oklahoma. In 1957, he visited what was then know as the Mayfield Cave near Sonora, Texas. Together with fellow caver James Papadakis and the Mayfield family, he developed what became known as the Caverns of Sonora. When it opened to the public in 1960, it brought a novel way of both sharing and protecting the cave’s marvels, using carefully installed walkways and lighting and humidity controls to celebrate, yet guard, the cave’s delicate stalactites, stalagmites, and helictites. Carrying on the same idea of conservation through commercialization, Burch worked with our Wuest family to develop our cavern.

We have always felt strongly that Jack's work deserves every possible recognition - his approach protected caves that could otherwise have been lost to development above ground. It takes a visionary to find a way to save these underground wonders. We count ourselves blessed to have Jack as part of our caverns story.

09/22/2026

Skipping at work is completely appropriate when your fav song comes on.

Yes, you could have your event underground. You could make it an event where YEARS from now everyone says "remember when...
09/21/2026

Yes, you could have your event underground. You could make it an event where YEARS from now everyone says "remember when we had that amazing event and we were in a CAVE?" Venues matter and here we make sure every part of the experience is memorable.

09/18/2026

There's turning off the lights and then there is TOTAL DARKNESS. For some people it's their favorite part of the tour. Other people are holding their hands in front of their face when we turn the lights back on.

Before and After. If you've walked into the Ballroom in our Hidden Wonders Cavern you know how stunning it is. But just ...
09/17/2026

Before and After. If you've walked into the Ballroom in our Hidden Wonders Cavern you know how stunning it is. But just a few years ago we had to scramble over boulders under the massive breakout dome. In the first photo you can see our team examining the spot we'd drill through in a matter of hours. The second shot is how it looks today. It's been an incredible journey - with more fun coming up soon!

09/16/2026

🦇 FREE FALL FUN? We’re a little batty about that.

Cavern Bat Fest returns every weekend in October, and festival admission is FREE!

Bring the family for:

🍂 Mini hay maze
🦇 Bat-themed scavenger hunt
🎶 Live music
🎃 Fall photo stops
🍁 Seasonal treats
👻 FREE AMAZEn’ Ranch Round-Up maze ticket for kids in family-friendly costumes

Plus, join us on Halloween, October 31, for FREE trick-or-treating!

And this year, Bat Fest gets a dramatic kickoff October 3 when Ballet Texas brings Dracula underground to the Hidden Wonders Ballroom. Dracula is a separately ticketed special event.

Come for the bats. Stay for the caves, adventures, and all that fall fun.
📍 Natural Bridge Caverns
🦇 Every weekend in October
🎟️ Cavern Bat Fest admission: FREE

09/15/2026

Sometimes break time around here is pretty intense.

Address

26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Road
San Antonio, TX
78266

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(210) 651-6101

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