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The World’s 100 Best Show Caves

Mitchelstown Cave

Burncourt, Ireland

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST SHOW CAVES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 68 2026
Mitchelstown Cave

Limestone show cave reached by steep steps, with large chambers of stalactites, stalagmites and other formations, lit throughout. Visits run as guided tours in small groups, on foot through three or four chambers.

Highlights

  • Cathedral chamber acoustics
  • Stalactites and stalagmites
  • UV light demonstration

Good to know

  • Tour lasts about 45 to 50 minutes
  • About 88 steep steps with handrails
  • Book ahead by phone; 12°C inside

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