Location
Visitor tip
Plan your visit around the cavern tour first since it's the only fully weather-protected attraction. Save outdoor activities (petting zoo, mini golf, maze) for after in case of rain, and always bring rain jackets and waterproof shoes since the venue operates rain or shine.
Visitor tip
The cave tour features self-guided audio recordings that explain the history and geology — listen carefully to these as they enhance the educational experience beyond just seeing the formations.
Best time
Visit during seasonal special events like the Moms & Moos Mother's Day event (May 10) or Made by Me Markets (second Sunday monthly, June-October) for unique programming and extended activities beyond the standard attractions.
About Olentangy Caverns | Rock & Gem Gift Shop
Ancient caverns with Delaware history. The local Delaware tribe used to inhabit these caverns, now accessible for tours in season only.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Family Activity Park with Cavern
- Highlights
- Cavern tours, gem mining, petting zoo, miniature golf, fire truck slide
- Season
- March 19 - November 1
- Hours
- Sat & Sun 9:30am-6pm, Mon-Fri 9:30am-5pm
What visitors say
Such a neat place with so much to do. The price for the ticket to do everything was less than $30 a person. Mini golf, a petting zoo (and you can feed the animals), a maze, paning for gemstones and the Cavern were all included. There…
This place is such a fun place to visit! There is something for everyone young and old. The caverns are very pretty and have recordings that will tell you the history, as well as information in the building above. The maze is super fun,…
It's a decent place, most of the staff were very friendly. We got there with just enough time to visit the gift shop, tour the caves and pan for gems, and visit the gem shop. The caves were great, but there were definitely some tight…
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Did You Know?
- The caverns have historical significance as they were inhabited by the local Delaware tribe, making them an important archaeological and cultural site in Delaware, Ohio
- The cavern portion of the attraction is completely protected from rain while all other activities are outdoors, allowing year-round operation during the March 19 - November 1 season regardless of weather
- The venue offers an all-inclusive activity package with admission under $30 per person that includes cavern tours, petting zoo with animal feeding, gem mining, miniature golf, treasure hunt maze, and fire truck slide access
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