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at Ruby Falls
Tour Options Shopping Dining Views ZIPStream Aerial Adventure
A favorite destination for over 88 years, Ruby Falls is home to the tallest and deepest underground waterfall open to the public in the United States. Descend 26-stories by elevator and then explore on foot during a guided tour along the scenic path to the thundering waterfall 1,120 feet underground. See magnificent geological formations plus learn about the cave's storied history. Above ground, take in the beautiful scenery of the Tennessee Valley and Tennessee River and experience adrenaline-pumping adventure at Ruby Falls ZIPStream Aerial Adventure, featuring soaring zip lines, climbing tower, and obstacle courses in the treetops surrounded by spectacular views.
Ruby Falls Entrance & Ticket Atrium
The new Entrance and Ticket Atrium features a stunning 37-foot waterfall mural, geode-encrusted ticket desk, self-serve ticket kiosks, and guest locker rentals. Ruby Falls now offers timed-entry tickets.
Skip the ticket line and ensure your preferred check-in time with online advanced purchase.
Ruby Falls Village Plaza
A gathering place and crossroad to adventure, the Village Plaza is the perfect spot to relax, savor time with friends and family, and take in the spectacular view. Enjoy the mountain breeze while creating memories to last a lifetime.
Ruby Falls Tour Options
Classic Waterfall Tour
Discover the hidden treasures of Ruby Falls with a Classic Waterfall Tour. Led by a knowledgeable Ruby Falls guide, visitors explore the cavern trail to the tallest and deepest waterfall accessible to the public in the United States. Learn about the accidental discovery of the cavern and see stunning rock formations created over thousands of years.
Available daily, 8 am – 8 pm
Skip the ticket line and reserve your preferred check-in time with online advanced purchase.
Lantern Tour
Experience Ruby Falls in a new light! Discover the wonder of the cavern like Leo Lambert in 1928. During this specialty tour, the cavern and its trail is illuminated only by hand-held lanterns. Rock formations and shadows take on new intriguing dimensions as elite guides share stories exclusive to this tour. Lantern Tours are a unique way to explore the falls and cavern after hours with a fun, extended tour featuring a laid-back pace and limited-sized group.
Friday Nights, January - November and by Advanced Request for Groups of 8 or More.
Extended Cavern Experience
Explore the amazing caverns of Ruby Falls on this in-depth, extended tour led by senior-level guides. The Extended Cavern Experience features additional time at the waterfall and detailed information about the geology and history of the cave with plenty of time to view the majestic formations, ask questions, and take photos.
Presented on select dates year-round
Ticket Pricing
Ruby Falls Classic Waterfall Tour
Adults: $19.95
Children (3-12): $11.95
Ruby Falls & Rock City Combination
Adults: $36.90
Children (3-12): $21.90
Ruby Falls, Rock City, & Incline Combination
Adults: $49.90
Children (3-12): $26.90
Ruby Falls Lantern Tour
Adults: $29.95
Children (5-12): $29.95
Includes miner's helmet for children
Reservations Required
Extended Cavern Experience
Adults: $29.95
Children (3-12): $17.95
Reservations Required
Shopping
Designed to encourage curiosity in caves and geology, the Village Gift Shops offer an extensive collection of curated keepsakes and gifts. Tried-and-true favorites and new classics, including a rock candy mountain, make this shop a pleasure to explore.
Dining
The Back Porch on the Village Plaza offers a respite for guests to kick back and grab a bite to eat while enjoying the spectacular views at this umbrella-shaded, outdoor dining area. Seasonal food carts offer Nathan's hot dogs, ice-cold Coca-Cola beverages, and Bill's Famous Lemonade.
The Cavern Café is nestled in the historic Ruby Falls Castle and offers a variety of deli sandwiches, wraps and hot dogs with booth-style dining.
Spectacular Views
Delight in breathtaking views of the Tennessee Valley, Cumberland Plateau, and Tennessee River from the historic Lookout Mountain Tower and accessible Blue Heron Overlook. Blue Heron Overlook is connected by elevated walkway to the Lookout Mountain Tower, where you can enjoy panoramic views overlooking the Tennessee River. Beautiful scenery is abundant at Ruby Falls!
ZIPStream Aerial Adventure
Open seasonally, ZIPStream Aerial Adventure is the ultimate zip line advetnure and obstacle courses spanning across three-acres of forest tree tops on Lookout Mountain. Featuring 700-feet of rushing zip lines, a 40-foot climbing tower, suspended obstacle courses and an incredible view of the Tennessee River and Tennesseee Valley. ZIPStream offers varying skill levels wiht Orange, Green, and Blue Diamond ropes courses.
ZIPStream Aerial Adventure is a separately ticketed activity. Height, age, and weight requirements vary by course. Discounted Ruby Falls + ZIPStream combination packages are available.