Wonderland Under Warrior
Visitors experience a cave transformed into an underground winter wonderland along a 1-mile walking tour. Guests can visit with Santa on select dates and stop by the decorated gift shop to browse ornaments, gifts, snacks, and hot cocoa. The subterranean environment stays at a comfortable 62 degrees throughout the season.
What to Expect
Underground holiday wonderland inside a cave maintaining a constant 62-degree temperature.
Event Details
Ages
ages 5 and up
Organizer
Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
Food & Drink
Snacks and hot cocoa are available for purchase at the event’s decorated gift shop.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and visitors who enjoy unusual holiday experiences
Vibe
Festive and unusual
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $12.00 per person, ages five and up. – Get tickets
- Hours: 2:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M.; Santa visits are 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM on the listed Santa dates.
- Accessibility: The tour includes approximately 30 stairs and excludes the regular tour's 110 stairs to ease mobility.
Tips & Advice
- Reserve your tour ahead of time online or at the park gift shop, since reservations for Wonderland Under Warrior are highly recommended.
- Pick one of the Santa dates if the kids want to meet him, since he only visits on certain late-November and December days.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes, since the tour covers about a mile through the cave and includes roughly 30 stairs.
- Bring a light layer instead of a heavy coat, because the cave stays around 62 degrees even when it's cold outside.
- Don't plan a visit for Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day or New Year's Eve, because Wonderland Under Warrior is closed on those days.
Special Events & Promotions
- Santa visits November 27–29 and December 2–6, 9–13, 16–20 and 27–29.
- School groups of 100 or more who book at least two weeks ahead can reserve a slot before regular hours, with an optional Santa visit.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the walk through the cave like?
It's about a 1-mile walk through the decorated cave with roughly 30 stairs. The 110 stairs at the end of the regular tour are skipped during Wonderland Under Warrior.
What should we wear?
The cave stays around 62 degrees all year. A light layer is plenty, even on cold days.
Which days can we see Santa?
Santa visits November 27–29 and December 2–6, 9–13, 16–20 and 27–29. He's there for the full operating hours on those days.
Is there food or drink?
The decorated gift shop sells snacks and hot cocoa, along with gifts and ornaments.
Can school groups come?
Yes. Groups of 100 or more can get limited reservations on regular operating days. If you book at least two weeks ahead, your group can reserve a slot before regular hours, with the option to see Santa.
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