Shenandoah Caverns
$25–$50Ride an elevator down into a lit show cave and follow a guide through 17 chambers of formations, including the 'bacon' stones once shown in National Geographic.

A seasonal exhibit near Shenandoah Caverns that presents large, handmade parade floats from notable American parades.
261 Caverns Rd, Quicksburg, VA 22847 · Quicksburg, VA
Located at the Shenandoah Caverns property in Quicksburg, Virginia, this seasonal attraction centers on guided tours of parade floats. Visitors learn about large, historical floats built for well-known parades, including presidential inaugural parades. The exhibit is run separately from the caverns, with its own admission. Pages list it as closed for the current season, with tickets to return in spring 2027, so call ahead before visiting.
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Ride an elevator down into a lit show cave and follow a guide through 17 chambers of formations, including the 'bacon' stones once shown in National Geographic.
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