Unearth Real Treasures: Interactive Gem Mining Experience for All Ages at Roaring River Mining Company
Highlights
Interactive Gemstone Mining: Delight in a hands-on adventure as you sift through mining rough to uncover real gemstones, crystals, and fossils.
Keep Every Find: Treasure your discoveries forever with the incredible benefit of taking home every single gemstone or fossil you unearth.
Educational Fun for All Ages: Engage in a beginner-friendly and educational activity that's perfect for families, inspiring a love for geology in kids and adults alike.
Year-Round Indoor Adventure: Enjoy a comfortable, climate-controlled experience inside the Houston Galleria, making it an ideal outing regardless of the weather.
A Perfect Gift: Give the gift of discovery and fun with this unique and engaging experience, ideal for birthdays, playdates, or family outings.
What To Expect

Plan Your Visit
- Operating HoursHours may vary. Please check the merchant's website for the most up-to-date information.
How It Works
1. Grab the Deal
Buy your Groupon first!
2. No reservation needed!
Just show up whenever you’re ready.
3. Redeem your Mobile Ticket
Scan your Groupon upon arrival.
4. Enjoy the Experience!
FAQs
What kind of treasures can I expect to find during the gem mining experience?
You can expect to uncover a variety of real gemstones, sparkling crystals, and fascinating fossils. Every bag of mining rough holds a unique collection of treasures waiting for you!
Do I get to keep the gems and fossils I find?
Absolutely! One of the most exciting parts of the experience is that you get to keep every single gemstone, crystal, and fossil you uncover, making for truly memorable souvenirs.
Is the gem mining experience suitable for all ages?
Yes, the interactive gem mining experience is designed to be fun, educational, and beginner-friendly for both kids and adults, making it a perfect activity for the whole family.
Is Roaring River Mining Company an indoor attraction?
Yes, our attraction is conveniently located indoors at the Houston Galleria, providing a comfortable and enjoyable experience year-round, regardless of the weather outside.
What kind of occasions is this activity great for?
It's ideal for a wide range of occasions, including family outings, playdates, unique birthday celebrations, and engaging hands-on homeschool activities, offering fun and learning for everyone.
Is prior experience in gem mining necessary?
Not at all! The experience is beginner-friendly, and our staff are available to help guide you through the process of sifting and discovering your treasures.
Highlights
Interactive Gemstone Mining: Delight in a hands-on adventure as you sift through mining rough to uncover real gemstones, crystals, and fossils.
Keep Every Find: Treasure your discoveries forever with the incredible benefit of taking home every single gemstone or fossil you unearth.
Educational Fun for All Ages: Engage in a beginner-friendly and educational activity that's perfect for families, inspiring a love for geology in kids and adults alike.
Year-Round Indoor Adventure: Enjoy a comfortable, climate-controlled experience inside the Houston Galleria, making it an ideal outing regardless of the weather.
A Perfect Gift: Give the gift of discovery and fun with this unique and engaging experience, ideal for birthdays, playdates, or family outings.
What To Expect

Plan Your Visit
- Operating HoursHours may vary. Please check the merchant's website for the most up-to-date information.
How It Works
1. Grab the Deal
Buy your Groupon first!
2. No reservation needed!
Just show up whenever you’re ready.
3. Redeem your Mobile Ticket
Scan your Groupon upon arrival.
4. Enjoy the Experience!
FAQs
What kind of treasures can I expect to find during the gem mining experience?
You can expect to uncover a variety of real gemstones, sparkling crystals, and fascinating fossils. Every bag of mining rough holds a unique collection of treasures waiting for you!
Do I get to keep the gems and fossils I find?
Absolutely! One of the most exciting parts of the experience is that you get to keep every single gemstone, crystal, and fossil you uncover, making for truly memorable souvenirs.
Is the gem mining experience suitable for all ages?
Yes, the interactive gem mining experience is designed to be fun, educational, and beginner-friendly for both kids and adults, making it a perfect activity for the whole family.
Is Roaring River Mining Company an indoor attraction?
Yes, our attraction is conveniently located indoors at the Houston Galleria, providing a comfortable and enjoyable experience year-round, regardless of the weather outside.
What kind of occasions is this activity great for?
It's ideal for a wide range of occasions, including family outings, playdates, unique birthday celebrations, and engaging hands-on homeschool activities, offering fun and learning for everyone.
Is prior experience in gem mining necessary?
Not at all! The experience is beginner-friendly, and our staff are available to help guide you through the process of sifting and discovering your treasures.
Need To Know Info
- 3-day hassle-free refund guarantee - Free cancellation for up to 3 days after purchase for unredeemed vouchers.
- Limit 3 per person, may buy 1 additional as gift(s).
- May be repurchased every 30 days.
- Valid only for option purchased.
About Roaring River Mining Company
All the action takes place at Roaring River Mining Adventure! Fun for the whole family; experience the thrilling adventure of discovering unique gemstones and fossils from around the world. Simply place a scoop of rough material into the sifter… then rinse it with clean water. Like magic, the gemstones appear!
The beautiful wet gemstones sparkle in the sunlight, revealing a stunning variety of colors and crystal shapes. Use the Gemstone Chart to identify your finds. There are so many different gemstones to discover!
Have fun comparing your treasures with friends and family, and help each other figure out what you’ve uncovered. Miners from all over the globe have found amazing gems and minerals, including genuine emeralds and other exotic specimens from all five continents.