We are going to take a trip below the earth's surface, to take a look at history frozen in time. One of the world's largest man-made caverns, founded in 1860 as on of history's earliest deepearth lead mines. This was the world's largest producer of lead ore until it was closed in 1962. The mine has five levels. The two upper levels are lighted and used for guided walking tours along the old mule trails, showing were miners dug with pick and shovel in the 1860s. There are many tools and carts frozen in time, because they were left behind when the mine closed.
BONNE TERRE MINE TOUR
Over 100 Feet Of Visibility - Year-Round! Located in BONNE TERRE MISSOURI 63628 FOR RESERVATIONS CALL: West End Diving/Bonne Terre Local: 314-209-7200 Toll Free: 888-843-3483 http://www.2dive.com/btm.htm |
Walking Tour
Take a one hour guided walking tour through the first and second levels of the mine along the "Old Mule Trail". |
Boat Tour (Includes Walking Tour)
A guided tour by boat, of the Billion Gallon Lake with its crystal clear water, and spectacular view of the largest parts of the mine. |
Hours & Rates
Hours:
Summer Hours (May18 to Sept 8) Everyday - 9:00am to 5:00pm Tour Times: Everyday - 9:30am to 4:30pm 930,1030,1130,1230,130,230,330,430 Fall Hours (Sept 9 thru Oct 31) Weekdays: Mon - Thu 1030, 1130, 1230, 130. . . Fri, Sat, Sun - 9:00am to 5:00pm 930,1030,1130,1230,130,230,330,430 Winter Hours (November - May 17) Fri, Sat, Sun - 9:00am to 5:00pm 930,1030,1130,1230,130,230,330,430 |
Rates:
Tour Prices: Boat & Walk Tours $27.00 Boat & Walk Tours (Under 11) $20.00 Walking Tour Adult $20.00 Walking Tour Child (Under 11) $12.00 *Boat Tour includes Walking Tour *Boat Tours are offered everyday at: 930,1030,1130,1230,130,230,330 Group Rates Available for 20 or more. Inquire for group scheduling tour times. Call 314-209-7200 |