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Park Hours -

All times are for the CENTRAL TIME ZONE!

Directions to KDU -

Kentucky Down Under is conveniently located off Interstate 65 about halfway between Louisville, Kentucky and Nashville, TN off Exit 58 near Horse Cave, Kentucky.

Our physical address is 3700 L and N Turnpike Road, Horse Cave KY 42749.

Our GPS Coordinates are: Lat. 37.21562 and Lon. -85.91846

Ticket Prices -
All tickets include entrance to Kentucky Down Under and Kentucky Caverns unless otherwise stated. Any applicable taxes are added on at the time of purchase and are not included in prices listed. All regular non-discounted admissions to Kentucky Down Under are valid for 2 consecutive days (Group and Educational rates are not eligible for 2 day admissions). All prices are subject to change without notice.

AAA Members receive 10% discount off regular admission prices.
Active Duty (with ID) are admitted free and family and dependents receive 10% Discount.

*Kentucky Caverns Pricing - VALID NOVEMBER TO MARCH ONLY
Adults: $10.95 plus tax
Children (5-14): $6.95 plus tax
Children 4 and under admitted free
AAA, Senior (age 62 or older), Military 10% Discount: $9.86 plus tax
Active Military (with ID) admitted free

Season Passes -
Enjoy Kentucky Down Under/Kentucky Caverns over and over again with a WALKABOUT PASS. It allows unlimited visits to the park for an entire year from the date of purchase. Plus includes discounts in the Gift Shop and coupons for friends and family! WALKABOUT passes can be purchased in the Park's Visitor Information Center, or ordered by telephone using Mastercard, Visa or Discover Card.
Prices -

Group Rates -
Group Rates apply to groups of 15 or more and you will receive one complimentary ticket for each 10 paid child admissions. Motor Coach Drivers are admitted free.

Educational Rates -

Educational Rates apply to certified school or educational groups of 15 or more. You will receive one complimentary ticket for each 10 paid student admissions. Bus and Motor Coach Drivers are admitted free.

Group/EducationalPolicies -

• PAYMENT: A 50% deposit is required at least three weeks prior to the date of your trip. The balance is due on the day of your visit. To be eligible for group rates, all party members must be included in a single payment made at the ticket office. You may be billed by prior arrangement. Please have an accurate count of ALL adults and children ready when you arrive at the ticket office. Tax will be added unless a copy of your tax-exempt certificate is provided or is on file with in a ticket office.

• RESERVATIONS: Please call our Group Coordinator at groups@kdu.com or call 800-762-2869. If your requested day is not available we will contact you with alternative dates – reservations are NOT confirmed until you form is returned.

• CANCELLATIONS/ CHANGES: If you need to cancel for any reason, we must be notified in writing at least two weeks prior to your scheduled visit. If we are not notified, you will be billed for the number on your reservation. Please notify us of any changes in arrival/departure times or significant changes in the size of your group (15 or more).

• DRESS: Most of the activities at Kentucky Down Under are out-of-doors. Visitors should dress for the days weather, including rain. Cave temperatures remain 58-60º year-round.

• LUNCHES: A sheltered picnic area is available for picnic lunches. Upon arrival, please have them boxed (or in coolers), labled with the group name and bus number if applicable, and unloaded next to the bus. Kentucky Down Under staff will transport coolers and boxed lunches to your picnic site. Catered meals are available from the Outback Café by prior arrangement.

• GIFT SHOP: Souvenirs are priced at $.25 and up. Kentucky sales tax is 6%.

• PARK ACTIVITIES: Teacher and Chaperones will be responsible for guiding the groups between areas of the park. Helpful and knowledgeable Kentucky Down Under staff will be stationed in most areas to interpret the animals and the cave. Park maps and itineraries will be ready for you upon arrival. It takes approximately 4½ to 5 hours for a complete viewing of the animal exhibits and the tour of Kentucky Caverns (including a ½ hour lunch break). If your time is limited, we will be pleased to work out a schedule that best suits your needs but we must know your preferred areas in order of importance at least one week prior to visit. When planning your trip, remember to include ½ hour for unloading motor coaches, rest room needs, and travel to your first areas upon arrival.

• MANNERS: Kentucky Down Under staff reserves the right to remove members temporarily from the group if that person poses a threat to an animal or the cave or causes disruptions to the group as a whole.

Food Stuff -
The Outback Café is located near the Outback Walkabout with enclosed seating overlooking the Outback Walkabout and Woolshed field. Whether it is just a snack or a full meal, you are sure to find something here to please the palate with Sandwiches, Sides and More!

All Cafe items are subject to seasonal availability and are subject to change. Always contact the park before your visit if you are craving a particular menu item!

Catering -
From Sack Lunches for your school or scout group to catered meals for your corporate picnic - Kentucky Down Under can offer catering for your next visit.

KDU Manners -
While you are visiting us - please follow these guidelines:

• RESPECT THE ANIMALS! The magnificent animals at KDU are wild and possess all their natural instincts. You are a guest in their home. They are sensitive and have feelings. PLEASE don't tap on glass, cross barriers, throw anything into exhibits, make excessive noise, tease or call out to them. Please report any disturbance to the wildlife to a staff member immediately.
• We feed our animals carefully balanced diets to meet special nutritional needs, so please keep them healthy by not feeding them anything. You may feed the birds in Terra Rosella and Land of Lories or you might be chosen to bottle feed in the Woolshed.
• Coins in water are very harmful to the cave and the animals that live there, so please don’t toss coins into Martha’s Pool.
• Pets can unknowingly spread diseases to our exotic animals. No dogs or other pets are allowed on KDU grounds, except service dogs with proper paper work.
• The use of tobacco products is not allowed on KDU property.  Tobacco is VERY harmful to our animals.
• Kentucky Down Under is a family park. Foul language and unruly behavior will not be tolerated. No alcohol, weapons, knives or firearms allowed on premises. No running, spitting, or throwing of objects permitted. No solicitation or unapproved distribution of literature on park property.
• Kentucky Down Under does NOT close for rain. If there is lightning in the immediate area, animal areas may temporarily close and reopen as soon as it is safe to do so. We encourage your family to wait out the storm and enjoy the rest of your day.    
• Wagons, wheelchairs, electric scooter and strollers are welcome – however please note that there are gravel paths and steep hills at KDU.  The Kentucky Caverns IS NOT ACCESSIBLE with wagons, wheelchairs, electric scooter or strollers.  However, we do have a safe place to store them while you are on your cave tour. 
• Skateboards, roller blades and “wheelie” or roller shoes are NOT ALLOWED. 
• Photography is welcome, but please remain in the public areas at all times. Please do not use photos of Kentucky Down Under for commercial use with for obtaining permission from our Marketing Department. If you get some exceptional shots and would like to donate them to the KDU (photo credit cannot be guaranteed), send a CD to Kentucky Down Under,  Marketing Department, PO Box 189, Horse Cave, KY  42749.

Area Links -

Hart County Tourism Commission
American Cave Museum
Dinosaur World
Hart County Chamber of Commerce
Cave City
Mammoth Cave Area Information
Diamond Caverns
Hartland Animal Hospital
Horse Cave Theatre
Munfordville 
Bowling Green
Shaker Museum at South Union
Lost River Cave
Corvette Museum

KY Sites

Official Kentucky Vacation Guide
Lodging
Kentucky State Parks
National Parks in Kentucky
Kentucky Atlas & Gazetteer
Kentucky Historical Society
Kentucky Horse Park and Museum
Kentucky Travel Guide
Raptor Rehabilitation of Kentucky