Dublin Castle and Book of Kells Tour Highlights
Visit major tourist attractions of Dublin on a walking tour with a guide and learn about the rich history of Ireland
Enter one of the most beautiful libraries in the world, the Old Library of Trinity College, and take a stroll in Long Room with its massive collection of 200,00 book
Explore Trinity College Campus, & see 9th-century old 'The Book of Kells' which is a Celtic manuscript & Ireland's greatest cultural treasure
Marvel at the sight of magnificent Dublin Castle and roam around peacefully in its Victorian Gardens, situated south of State Apartments and Chapel Royal
Dublin Castle and Book of Kells Tour Overview
Activity Location: Main Front Gate, College Green, Dublin
Activity Time: Various time slots are available
Activity Duration: 2h 30mins
About Dublin Castle and Book of Kells Tour:
Embark on an insightful tour of a few iconic tourist attractions of the capital city including Dublin Castle and Old Library. Explore various monuments of historical importance around Trinity College including libraries, vaults, gardens, and exhibitions. Take this amazing walking tour with a local English-speaking guide and learn about the city's history, culture, and traditions with hassle-free entry tickets and The Book of Kells.
About the Activity:
- Reach the activity location at least 15 minutes before the scheduled time and meet your professional and English-speaking tour guide.
- Enjoy the walking tour while you cross Dame Street and visit the stunning Dublin Castle, a government complex and one of the most sought-after tourist destinations.
- Explore the campus of one of the most prestigious universities in the world, Trinity College Dublin, dating back to the 16th century.
- Stroll across the vaulted Long Room in the 'Old Library' of 16th-century Trinity College in Dublin and marvel at the huge collection of approximately 200,000 books.
- Popularly known as Ireland's greatest cultural treasure according to 11th-century archival records, The Book of Kells is a detailed documentation of Irish history.
- Attend the exhibition 'Turning Darkness into Light' and get to know about the origin of the ancient Book of Kells and how it is beautifully decorated with unique painting techniques.
How to reach?
- By Car: 3.2 km away from Dublin city center and can be reached in approximately 20 minutes by car/ cab.
- By Bus: Alight at College Green, stop 1278; from here your destination is a minute's walk away.
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Know Before You Go for Dublin Castle and Book of Kells Tour
- ID proof is mandatory for each individual guest at the time of arrival.
- All foreign nationals must share their passport and visa details at the time of arrival.
- Children aged 0-3 years can enter free of charge. Child tickets are applicable for individuals aged 4-12 years. Adult tickets are applicable for individuals aged 13+ years.
- Wheelchairs or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended. There is no guarantee that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ADA/EU compliant ramps.
- No strollers.
- Meeting point: the main front gate facing on to College Green at Trinity College Dublin.
- Show your smartphone ticket to the tour guide at the meeting point.