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El Paso Crystal Mine Museum Pass

5.016 reviewsAttraction tickets

  • 1–2 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 2 languages
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Step into the El Paso Crystal Mine Museum — a hidden gem in El Paso, TX. Your self-guided pass gives you access to an incredible collection of rare minerals, ancient fossils, and breathtaking crystal formations gathered over decades. Explore standout highlights including a towering amethyst stalactite, a stunning quartz crystal tree, the remarkable "Mother and Child" geode, and a glow of mesmerizing onyx lamps. Wander at your own pace — most visitors spend around 1.5 hours — and try your hand at interactive gem panning for a fun, hands-on family moment. A family-owned business proudly serving El Paso since the 1960s, we've built this collection with care. Whether you love rocks and minerals, are traveling with kids, or are simply curious, it's an experience you won't find anywhere else. Free parking on site. Book today and become part of our rich history!

Inclusions

What's included

  • Free outside parking available on site
  • Self Guided Museum Pass

What's not

  • Meals
  • Gratuities
  • Souvenirs

Itinerary

  1. Discover the Wonders of the Crystal Mine Museum Pass Step into the Museum and explore a breathtaking collection of rare minerals, fossils, and dazzling crystal formations. See ancient ammonite fossils, a massive amethyst stalactite, and stunning citrine and amethyst butterfly wings. Admire a world-class mineral and geode collection illuminated by glowing agate and onyx stone lamps and so much more! Discover minerals from around the world, each with unique colors and formations. Learn about the fascinating process of geode formation and witness their sparkling interiors. Explore interactive exhibits that showcase the beauty and science behind these natural treasures. Try gem panning for an additional fee or ask about our geode cracking experience to reveal the beauty inside a real geode. Walk-ins are always welcome. No reservations needed. Get your regular museum pass today and embark on a sparkling adventure.

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Tickets
Tickets are redeemed at a different location from the meeting point.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
Crystal Mine Museum
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in El Paso

  • Its from-price is 89% below the median of the 23 experiences we list in El Paso.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 3 of 23.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About El Paso

El Paso is a Texan border city on the Rio Grande opposite Ciudad Juárez, below the Franklin Mountains, with old missions, desert parks and Tex-Mex food.

El Paso lies in the far west of Texas, where Texas, New Mexico and the Mexican state of Chihuahua meet, on the Rio Grande opposite Ciudad Juárez. The Franklin Mountains rise inside the city, and Franklin Mountains State Park, one of the largest urban parks in the United States, has desert trails and views over the border. Downtown has the Plaza Theatre, a 1930 movie palace, and the old San Jacinto Plaza.

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