10,000 years elapsed in which Inner Space Cavern was hidden from the world. Then one day the cavern was unearthed showing hidden wealth in the form of knowledge. When the cavern was discovered, it was a wealth of geological information as well as being important for biologists. There were many prehistoric animals uncovered in the cavern.
In 1963 Inner Space Cavern was discovered in Georgetown, Texas. The Texas Highway Department was doing core drilling, and when they got through the 40 feet of limestone a bit broke. When they stopped to fix the tool they found the opening of the cavern. An employee with the state went into the hole and found the cavern beneath. Now everyone is welcome to join in the beauty and magnificence offered in the cave system.
To reach the cavern one must take IH 35. It will take a person to the hill country of Texas. Once at the cave it is possible to join one of the tours to experience the beauty. Nature has created artwork that locals titled "The flower Stone of Time'', "Lake of the Moon'', and "Soda Straw Balcony''. All of the artwork is limestone and other cave formations like stalactites. Giant columns run from the top of the cave to the bottom. The guided tour will explain the geological history for those who take it.
Tours leave every twenty to thirty minutes. They typically last for an hour. Reservations are not required; instead it is a first come first serve basis for the tours. The cave is 72 degrees all year round with humidity of 98 percent. Tour prices are $16.95 for adults and $8.95 for children unless under three. School tours must reserve a tour to ensure they get through the cave.
There is an explore tour offered on the weekends. This tour lasts an hour and 35 minutes. The price is $19.95 for adults and $11.95 for children. Group rates provide a discount to twenty or more people. They also have a wild cave tour that is 3 and a half to 4 hours. Anyone taking part in this must be 13 years or older. Parents also have to give consent. Four to eight people are allowed on this tour. It takes a person deeper into the cave and more education is provided. There are discounts available such as military.
Operating hours are seven days a week 9am to 6pm in the summer. In winter the cavern closes at 4pm. Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day Inner Space Cavern is closed. The park has a calendar of events to help schedule tour buses and other events. For guests who want to make reservations they can check the calendar online and call up with a date in mind.
Inside the Inner Space Cavern is a pool with water. This area can be reached on the tour and it is possible to look down at the water below. One may even see a frog or other animal during the tour, so be on the lookout.
