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1. Admire rock formations in Diamond Caverns ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. See life-sized dinosaur replica statues at Dinosaur World Kentucky ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Tour Onyx Cave

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4. Learn about local geology at Hidden River Cave and American Cave Museum

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5. Go horseback riding in Mammoth Valley Park

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6. See animals at Kentucky Down Under Adventure Zoo

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7. View taxidermy animals at the Mammoth City Wildlife Museum

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8. Go on an adventure with Green River Canoeing

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9. Sign up for Mammoth Cave Adventures

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10. Book a trip with Mammoth Cave Canoe and Kayak

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11. Shop for crystals at Big Mike's Rock and Gift Shop

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12. Test your skills at Raven's Cross Escape Games

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13. Enjoy lake views from Karst Beach

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Amid the gentle rolling hills of Central Kentucky lies Cave City, a small town of approximately 2,000 people.
  • Cave City is a unique tourist destination in that it offers visitors two areas to explore.
  • There are shops, restaurants, museums, and other attractions on the surface.
  • Below the surface lie hundreds of miles of shallow caves that cross the Kentucky landscape.
  • Visitors can view rock formations, underground rivers, and caverns thousands of years in the making.

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