You can take a guided tour of the limestone caves daily through November. If you've never visited one, you'll be astonished at the incredible beauty that awaits you underground. Acidic groundwater hollowing out marble over thousands of years formed the caverns and created a wonderland of formations. Stalactites hang from the ceiling, stalagmites grow from the floor and, where they join, create columns that seem to support the ceiling. The Ghost Room is impressive.
Formations look like white-robed figures.
Spotlights illuminate the way, but years ago people used torches and unwound string to help them find their way out of the caves. The tour inside the caves covers approximately a half-mile, climbs 218 feet and takes about an hour and 15 minutes. It is not recommended for anyone with heart, breathing or walking problems. Warm clothing and good walking shoes are essential. Tours depart regularly from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. through Sept. 6, from 10 a.m. starting Sept. 7.