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Fast-track Easy Access Book of Kells Tour with Dublin Castle
Dublin Castel
Trinity College

Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour

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Free cancellation available
Price is $79 per adult
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  • 2h 30m
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Overview

Enjoy ease of access with online fast-track ticket entry to the Book of Kells. Discover one of the most important highlights of Irish heritage on this early access fully guided tour. You will explore the 9th Book of Kells' rich ornamentation, multi-layered symbolism and meaning. It is known for its world-renowned artistry, as well as its many hidden secrets and mysteries dating back to the 800 AD. This timed access tour offers visitors an extraordinary opportunity to enjoy the exhibition experience without the hustle and bustle of large crowds. Next, continue on this fascinating walking tour to explore the 13th century Dublin Castle and Gardens along medieval streets located within the original city walls of Dublin. Enjoy the history of Ireland and Dublin dramatized in extraordinary stories narrated by expert english speaking local guides.
From Autumn/Fall 2023 the Library at Trinity College will be closed for renovations. The 9th century Book of Kells will still be on display.

Activity location

  • The Book of Kells and the Old Library Exhibition
    • College Green, Trinity College Dublin
    • 2, Dublin, Ireland, Ireland

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Edmund Burke Statue
    • Trinity College Dublin College Street
    • 2, Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

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Tour in English
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m2h 30m
  • English

English: This tour starts by delving into the Book of Kells' rich ornamentation/symbolism, and is followed by a fully guided engaging

Language options: English
Starting time: 4:00pm
Price details
$79.34 x 1 Adult$79.34
Total
Price is $79.34

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedEntry to the College Treasury to view the 9th Century Book of Kells
  • What's includedWhat's includedVisit to the 16th Century Trinity College campus
  • What's includedWhat's includedBook of Kells 360 & Long Room reimagined Experience
  • What's includedWhat's includedExterior tour of the13th Century Dublin Castle
  • What's includedWhat's includedEntry to the Oldest Vaulted Library in Europe
  • What's includedWhat's includedGaia - See the spectacular illuminated sculpture of Earth by Luke Jerram
  • What's includedWhat's includedTour is led by an expert english speaking local guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTransportation
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedInterior visit to Dublin Castle
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGratuities
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedHotel Pick-Up

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.
  • Wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.
  • Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.
  • THIS VOUCHER IS NOT AN ENTRY TICKET. To participate in your tour, you must first check-in with the guide. You can only access the venues as part of your organised group tour.
  • Wheelchairs, motorised scooters, or any other device to assist mobility are not suitable for this tour.
  • It is recommended that all guests purchase travel insurance that provides complete coverage for any number of issues that may arise.

Activity itinerary

The Book of Kells and the Old Library Exhibition
  • 40m
  • Admission ticket included
Visit the 9th century Book of Kells, described in the 1007 Historical records off Ulster as 'the most precious object in the western world'. The cultural and historical value of the Book of Kells has only increased in the millennium since - this exquisite work of art has stood for 1,200 years as the greatest example of medieval illumination. This tour starts by delving into its rich ornamentation and explores its dense symbolism and meaning and its merit as an artistic masterpiece.
Trinity College Dublin
  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
After your visit to the Book of Kells and Library enjoy 10 minutes at the venues souvenir shop.
Dublin Castle
  • 50m
  • Admission ticket included
Continue on this fascinating fully guided tour to Dublin Castle, the heart of historic Dublin. Originally built in the 13th century on a site previously settled by the Vikings it functioned as a military fortress, a prison, treasury, courts of law and the seat of English Administration in Ireland for 700 years. Rebuilt in the 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th centuries, Dublin Castle awaits to enthrall all who enter her gates. On this fully guided exterior tour, see the original 13th century Record & Octagonal Towers, the Upper & Lower State Yards and their architectural highlights. Led by an expert local English-speaking guide who will unveil incredible secrets including tales of intrigue and mystery, this tour is a "must do" for anyone interested in the history of Ireland. Enjoy and added bonus on this magnificent tour of the 13th century Castle to visit the Castle Gardens, which is the very location where the first Vikings landed in Dublin in 795 AD. Today it is a magnificent Celtic inspired landscaped lawn. (This tour does not visit the Castle Apartments)
Molly Malone Statue
  • 5m
  • Admission ticket included
Visit the Statue of Molly Malone and join your guide and tour group for a few lines of good Irish cheer as you sing "Cockles & Mussels" alive alive oh"s well as being known and sung internationally, the popular song 'Cockles and Mussels' has become a sort of unofficial anthem of Dublin city. The song's tragic heroine Molly Malone and her barrow have come to stand as one of the most familiar symbols of the capital.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESThe Book of Kells and the Old Library Exhibition
    • College Green, Trinity College Dublin
    • 2, Dublin, Ireland, Ireland

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEEdmund Burke Statue
    • Trinity College Dublin College Street
    • 2, Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

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