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Mitchelstown Cave is a limestone cave near Burncourt, County Tipperary, Ireland. Situated 12 kilometres from Mitchelstown, County Cork, it became the first cave in Ireland to be developed for the public in 1972. The cave is located near Mitchelstown, County Cork, but is actually in Tipperary off the R639 Mitchelstown.
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Mitchelstown Cave is a limestone cave near Burncourt, County Tipperary, Ireland. Situated 12 kilometres from Mitchelstown, County Cork, it became the first cave in Ireland to be developed for the public in 1972. The cave is located near Mitchelstown, County Cork, but is actually in Tipperary off the R639 Mitchelstown.
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Beautifully natural cave, no kiosk, souvenir sales or tourist catch, just an amazing place nature has produced over thousands of years. The tour guides are very professional, informative and friendly. Entry fees are reasonable for Ireland. I've been to this cave several times over the years, and it does not fail to amaze me every time. You have to book in advance by ringing them, but this keeps groups small so that it's a comfortable tour. The tours run every hour and last approx 45 mins. Access to the cave is via 88 steps, which are steep in places and sometimes with quite low ceilings, so not suitable if someone has reduced mobility, ie requires a walker or for very young children. Saying that, we went in with our 4 year old and there was no issues at all - as long as they can walk independently and are somewhat stable on their footing.
Lotta RosslerLotta Rossler
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Mitchelstown Cave is a notable limestone cave located near Cahir, County Tipperary, Ireland. It is one of the largest and most impressive show caves in the country. Here are some key details about Mitchelstown Cave: 1. **Discovery and Opening**: The cave was discovered in 1833 by a local farmer named Michael Condon. It was later opened to the public in 1972, allowing visitors to explore its stunning underground features. 2. **Geological Features**: The cave is renowned for its magnificent stalactites, stalagmites, and calcite formations. Some of the most striking features include the "Tower of Babel," a massive column, and the "Cathedral," a large chamber with impressive acoustics. 3. **Guided Tours**: Visitors can take guided tours to explore the cave's intricate passageways and chambers. These
Augustine SebastianAugustine Sebastian
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Very cool experience that is not always on the top of the tourist list. As an Irish resident now, it took me 3 years to get over to it, but I wish we had gone sooner. Not the easiest spot to get to. Have to drive on some typical Irish roads. Ample parking in a lot next to the house at the entrance (though could overflow on a very busy day). There is a slight walk to get to the cave and then many steps down in and up out. If you have anxiety about enclosed spaces, this is not for you. Once you are downstairs, everything opens up and there is lots of space to move around. We went with a mixed group of about 20 total. There is a guide who walks you through the history. Some picnic tables with nice views before entering the cave too. Definitely recommend.
Kevin McCabeKevin McCabe
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We visited Mitchelstown Caverns in March 2019. Take the tour of this place because it is amazing! The formations are plentiful in these caverns and we saw three separate chambers that got bigger the farther in we ventured. There are many stairs to descend in order to enter the caverns, so be sure you're up for the hike in and then out again. At one point, the guide turns the lights out and it's so dark you can't see even the hint of a shadow. The acoustics are fantastic and I think hearing a musical program in here would be awe inspiring. This is a privately owned property and the people who run it do a great job. Mitchelstown Caverns are a must see on a trip through Tipperary, so be sure to stop and enjoy them!
Melissa PapkeMelissa Papke
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From the initial interaction with John arranging our visit, while on our 2 week Ireland holiday , the experience was great. The caves are about 40km from Cork city and a short drive of 20minutes from the Rock of Cashel. There are guided tours of about 1hr and costs €10pp when we visited in April. The underground trip is about 1km and you pass through a few caverns. A number of concerts have been held inside the caves. The caves are well lit and wet inside. The stalactites and stalagmites are impressive , the Tower of Babel the most impressive. The tour guide was informative and fun. We preferred these caves to Doolin caves , also a lot cheaper. The views around are also wonderful
Andre HackartAndre Hackart
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Personally it wasn't worth the stop or wait for the next tour. The guides were friendly but didn't seem well informed of the caves. We had questions that we generally ask at other caves we have visited but were generally answered with "mmm good question. I am not sure." If this is your first ever cave then it allows you to to be wowed by other caves. Expectations set low. They don't really seem to enforce the no touching rule. The cave seems to be more "destroyed" due to human presence. It is a good cave for small children since they can touch things without getting in trouble. There is a steep climb down with steps just FYI They do take cards for payment upon entry.
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