Mitchelstown Cave

Accidentally discovered in 1833 by a labourer quarrying limestone, Mitchelstown Cave has three large caverns featuring stalactitles, stalagmites, calcite curtains and columns, the famous one being named the Tower of Babel.

Visitors are taken on a guided tour through the caverns. The tour is approximately one hour in duration.

Unlike other cave attractions, this one is more raw and more real. Deliberately without a gift shop and the usual tourist trappings, it is simply focused on the cave. Nothing fancy on the outside/above ground, but inside, it's spectacular.

The largest cavern is 51 x 31 metres in size, with a roof tapering up to 21 metres high. The superb acoustics of this space has ensured an amazing experience for the concerts and musical events held in this natural auditorium

Mitchelstown Cave is located off the M8, 16km south west of Cahir. If coming from Cahir, take the R639 south west. Click the map pin icon to view the location on a map.

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