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Marble Arch Caves

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43 Marlbank Road, Legnabrocky, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, BT92 1EW
Cuilcagh Lakelands Geopark

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The landscape encompassing the Marble Arch Caves was formed over 330 million years ago. Today this natural environment of caves, rivers, mountains, ancient woodlands, waterfalls and gorges offer an opportunity for visitors to enjoy the incredible range of activities and experiences the Marble Arch Caves have to offer. 

Our Guided Cave Tour - Under the vibrant green hills of Fermanagh lies a labyrinth of caves, sinkholes and subterranean rivers. Amongst them is the Marble Arch Caves which is the most active river cave in Ireland and the UK.
On a guided cave tour our carefully constructed paths enable you to comfortably traverse the Marble Arch Caves whilst discrete lighting displays the cave features and delicate cave formations to their optimum. Our enthusiastic guides will lead you through awe-inspiring passages and further enhance your experience by interpreting the stories of this wonderous show cave.

Our Cave Explorer Virtual Reality Experience -  Why not try this first of its kind VR Experience. The VR offers a 360 degree panoramic experience in our designed VR room. Through cutting edge virtual reality technology, 8K footage, surround sound and graphics the user is placed in the real-world cave system which invites a “deep time” understanding of the cave that spans over 340 million years.

Equipped with just a Virtual Reality headset and simple head movements, visitors will be instantly whisked away into this subterranean world to discover its beauty and fragility, explore its landscape and surround yourself in its serene ambience. The  experience offers a 5-minute virtual trip underground through the cave system. Begin your journey on Gortmacconnell viewpoint and delve underground and explore our cave system.

Explore the Landscape - Explore the landscape draping over the Marble Arch Caves, its rivers, gorge, waterfalls, mountains and ancient woodlands are the perfect backdrop. The Marble Arch Caves Visitor Centre is a venue for walks, family activities and events providing the opportunity to explore the landscape encompassing this captivating setting.
Explore this breathtaking landscape set in the heart of the Cuilcagh Lakelands Geopark.

Experience the Facilities - Visitors to the Marble Arch Caves Visitor Centre can enjoy Guided Tours and Experiences, Visitor Information point, Café, Exhibition areas, Souvenir Shop, WiFi and free car parking.

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Facilities

Accessibility

  • Guide dogs permitted
  • Toilets for disabled visitors

Attraction Facilities

  • Gift Shop
  • Guided Tours Available
  • Open Mondays
  • Open Sundays

Catering

  • Cater for vegetarians
  • Local Produce
  • Picnic Area
  • Restaurant on Premises
  • Serve lunch
  • Tea-room/Cafe onsite

Children & Infants

  • Accept children (Minimum age)
  • Baby changing facilities

Establishment Features

  • Accept coach parties
  • Family Fun
  • First Aid
  • Fitness level required - low
  • Gift vouchers
  • Groups accepted
  • Lift/Elevator
  • Online Booking
  • Route maps available
  • Self guided walks/cycle rides
  • Shop
  • Toilets
  • Visitor information
  • Wi-fi available

Leisure Facilities

  • Outdoor activities
  • Wifi

Parking & Transport

  • Car parking
  • Coach parking
  • On site parking
  • Parking (free)
  • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors

Payment Methods

  • All major credit/debit cards accepted
  • Euros accepted

Provider Preferences

  • Educational Visits Accepted
  • Forest Location
  • Guided Tours Available for Individuals
  • In countryside
  • Marketed Towards Children
  • Marketed Towards Families
  • Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
  • Marketed Towards Students / Youth
  • Non smoking establishment
  • Outdoor Attraction
  • Unique venue

Travel & Trade

  • Family Discount
  • Room/unit allocations available

Guide Prices

Marble Arch Caves :Admission Prices April 2024

Guided Cave Tour: Owenbrean River Walking Tour (online booking price)
Adult (18+) £15.50
Child (5 – 17 years) £7.80
Family (2 Adults +2 Kids) £39.00
Family (2 Adults +3 Kids) £47.00
Student Concession (18+) £12.50
Senior Concession (65+) £12.50
Private Tour (group of up to 21 people) £294.00

(please note: you are automatically upgraded to the Martel Tour (which includes the short boat trip) complimentary if it is running on the day of your visit.

Children 4 years and younger are free but do require a ticket.
16 year olds and under are required to be accompanied by an adult.
Valid ID required for concessions.

Cave Explorer Virtual Reality Experience
Adult (18+) £3.00
Child (5 – 17 years) £3.00
Suitable for 5 years and over (parental guidance is advised)

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Events

Sunday, 1st December 2024 - Sunday, 5th January 2025

Christmas at Marble Arch CavesWhether you’re looking for a festive adventure with your loved ones or home for the holidays, Christmas at Marble Arch Caves has something special for everyone!
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Saturday, 8th February 2025 - Saturday, 8th February 2025

Mind Of Sound - In The Heart Of The CaveImmerse yourself in a Spiritual Sound Journey deep within the heart of the show cave. Join us in a musical meditative event that will quiet your mind and deeply relax the body, while you recline and breathe in the ambience of the cave. The Sound Bath in the Cave is a powerful and transformative…
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Saturday, 15th February 2025 - Saturday, 15th February 2025

Think Deep- Marble Arch CavesThink DeepThe Marble Arch Caves provide a glimpse into a fascinating underground world of rivers, passages and chambers sculpted by natural processes over many thousands of years. Join us for the day and learn about the hydrology of the caves whilst watching the Shru Croppa River turn an astonishing luminous…
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Opening Times

* THE MARBLE ARC CAVES ARE OPEN YEAR-ROUND.
What’s Open & When December 2024

Facilities
Marble Arch Caves Visitor Centre – 9:00am – 5:00pm, Daily (Visitor Information, Shop and Toilet Facilities available)
– Open 1st to 23rd December
– Closed from 24th to 26th December
– Open 27th to 31st December
– Closed 1st January
Marble Arch Café
– 11.00am – 3.00pm – Daily (1st – 22nd December)
- Closed from 23rd December
Car park – Closed outside of operational hours.

Experiences
Guided Cave Tours – 1st to 23rd December 10:00am – 3:00pm, daily.
Home for the Holidays – Cave Tours also running 27th to 31st December 11:00am – 2:00pm.

Events
Elf Escape – Heroes Vs Villains– Sunday 1st – Saturday 21st December, 10:00am – 3:00pm daily.
Elf Escape– Sensory Space- Monday 2nd – Saturday 21st December,10:00am to 2:00pm daily.

Local Attractions
Cuilcagh Boardwalk Trail – Daily – Privately Owned Car Park (Daylight Hours).
Killykeeghan National Nature Reserve -Daily (10:00am – 4:00pm). (car park, toilet facilities, interpretation centre). Interpretation Centre closed from 31st November– 17th December and 24th - 26th December.
Cladagh Glen Nature Reserve– Daily (Daylight Hours)

What’s Open & When January 2025

Facilities
Marble Arch Caves Visitor Centre – 9:00am – 5:00pm, Daily (Visitor Information, Shop and Toilet Facilities available)
– Closed 1st January
– Open 2nd to 31st January
Marble Arch Café – 11:00am – 3:00pm, weekends only.
Car park – Closed outside of operational hours.

Experiences
Guided Cave Tours – 2nd – 31st January, 10:00am – 3:00pm, Daily.
Cave Explorer Virtual Reality Experience –2nd – 31st January 10:30am – 3:30pm, Daily.

Events 
Earth Yoga- 25th January, 9:00am - 10:15am. Adult Event

Local Attractions
Cuilcagh Boardwalk Trail – Daily – Privately Owned Car Park (Daylight Hours).
Killykeeghan National Nature Reserve -Daily (10:00am – 4:00pm). (car park, toilet facilities, interpretation centre) -Closed 1st January.
Cladagh Glen Nature Reserve– Daily (Daylight Hou

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Road Directions

Plan my route: Click on this link HERE . We have made it easy just put in your location and your route will be planned.  

Nearest town:  The island town of Enniskillen is just 12miles from the Marble Arch Caves. From Enniskillen town follow the A4 Sligo Road, join A32 after 3 miles, follow signposts for the Marble Arch Caves. 

Distance from major cities:

Dublin City to Marble Arch Caves - 103 miles /2hours 18 minutes  Belfast City  to Marble Arch Caves - 94 miles/1 hour 55 minutes  Derry/Londonderry to Marble Arch Caves- 75 miles/ 2 hours  Galway to Marble Arch Caves - 121 miles /2 hours 49 minutes

Public Transport Directions

Taxi Services available from  Enniskillen Town, 12 miles from the Marble Arch Caves   

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