Trinity College Library, Book of Kells & Dublin Castle Tour
Book of Kells & Dublin Castle Tour
At the indicated time, we'll meet at the Edmund Burke Statue in the heart of Dublin. If you're a history buff, you can't miss out on this!
First of all, we'll head to the home of the famous Celtic manuscript. Once hailed as 'the most precious object in the western world,' the Book of Kells is over 1,200 years old, and perfectly exemplifies medieval illustration.
Our guide will lead us through the “Turning Darkness into Light” exhibition, explaining the book's origins, intricate symbolism, and the meticulous painting techniques used to create this artistic masterpiece.
Next, we'll explore the Old Library at Trinity College, home to the world-renowned Long Room. This vaulted chamber holds 200,000 of the library's oldest books, including the 15th-century “Brian Boru Harp,” named after Ireland’s famous 11th-century king, and an original copy of the Declaration of Irish Independence from the 1916 Easter Rising.
From here, we'll make our way to Dublin’s historic heart: Dublin Castle. Originally built in the 13th century on a former Viking settlement, this castle has served as a fortress, prison, treasury, court of law, and the seat of English power in Ireland for 700 years.
On our guided tour of its exterior, we'll stroll through its well-groomed gardens and explore the Record and Octagonal Towers, as well as the Upper and Lower State Yards. Our guide will bring the castle’s history to life with tales of intrigue and mystery.
We'll continue our adventure at the 18th-century, red-bricked George’s Street Arcade. This vibrant shopping district, once Victorian, now boasts almost 50 trendy stores and restaurants. It's the perfect place to find a special souvenir after your tour!
No visit to Dublin would be complete without paying your respects to the beloved statue of Molly Malone, the mascot of this beautiful Georgian city. And if you're feeling brave, why not sing a few bars of her famous song?
Finally, after a total of 3 hours, we'll bring this tour to an end near the Dublin Caslte. Slán!
More Information
Duration
3 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
English–speaking guide
Skip–the–line admission to Trinity College Library
Admission to the Turning Darkness into Light exhibit
Admission to the Book of Kells
Not included
Admission to Dublin Castle
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
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Letzgo City Tours
Corporate name: Letzgo City Tours Limited
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 4 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
Edmund Burke Statue
Where does the activity end?
Dublin Castle
