Book Kents Caverns tickets! Visit Britain’s oldest home & explore the award-winning Kents Caverns in Torquay
Journey deep beneath the hills of Torquay and discover Kents Cavern, one of Europe's most important Stone Age sites and one of Britain's finest prehistoric caves. With expert guided tours, fascinating archaeology and family-friendly activities included, it's one of the best heritage attractions in Devon.
- Explore a spectacular network of prehistoric caves with an expert guide
- See 400-million-year-old rock formations, stalagmites and stalactites
- Discover evidence of ancient humans and Ice Age animals
- Experience the famous cave blackout in Bear's Den
- Enjoy access to the Woodland Trail and Stone Age Zone
- Visit the on-site café and gift shop during your visit
Everything you need-to-know about Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves near Devon
- Please book your tour time slot; this is the time that your tour will begin.
- You must take a tour to explore Kents Caverns.
- There is a minimum of two people required to operate tours.
- Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time.
- Any child must be accompanied by an adult. Under 3's go free!
- Duration: Cave tours last just under one hour.
- Tour Times: Tour times begin at 10:30am daily and continue throughout the day.
- Includes: Your cave tour ticket includes the guided tour, access to site facilities, the Woodland Trail and Stone Age Zone.
- Age Restriction: Suitable for all ages!
- Please note: Kents Caverns only allows assistance dogs onsite.
Guided tour, access to site facilities, the Woodland Trail and Stone Age Zone - all included in your cave tour tickets!
Explore a labyrinth of chambers and passageways, where some of Britain's most important archaeological discoveries were made. Learn about the 15-year Victorian excavation, see ancient artefacts and uncover stories dating back hundreds of thousands of years, discover how the cave system formed millions of years ago and how generations of explorers uncovered evidence of Britain's earliest inhabitants.
- Join a guided cave tour and uncover fascinating stories from one of Britain's most important prehistoric sites.
- Walk through Long Arcade and discover how these incredible caves were formed over 2.5 million years ago.
- Marvel at stalagmites and stalactites as you explore beautiful underground chambers and ancient passageways.
- See Ice Age animal remains, including real bones and teeth from creatures that once roamed Britain.
- Experience the famous Bear's Den blackout, a unique part of the tour that's been delighting visitors since the 1930s.
- Visit the Water Gallery and Great Chamber to learn about Stone Age discoveries and Victorian excavations.
- Follow in the footsteps of early explorers who uncovered remarkable artefacts hidden beneath the ground.
- Enjoy the cave's constant 14°C temperature, making it a great attraction whatever the weather.
- Explore the Woodland Trail and hunt for prehistoric creatures and hidden Ice Age secrets.
- Get hands-on in the Stone Age Zone with interactive activities inspired by archaeology and prehistoric life.
- Take a break in the Café with a range of food, drinks and sweet treats available throughout the day.
- Browse the Gift Shop and pick up a prehistoric souvenir to remember your adventure.
From prehistoric discoveries to family-friendly outdoor activities, Kents Cavern offers one of the most unique days out in Devon. Book Kents Cavern tickets for one of the best attractions in Torquay!