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A grand library interior with high wooden bookshelves and busts lining the walls. 1
A stone tower with arched windows and a bell tower in the background. 2
An arched stone gateway leading to a historic building with a cobblestone path. 3
A group of people standing in front of a statue of a woman on a cart. 4
A statue of a woman with a cart and baskets. 5

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

By LetzGo City Tours
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is S$106 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Skip the line
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

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 30m
    2h 30m
  • English

English: Our Award Winning Book of Kells and Dublin Castle Tour with English Guide

Language options: English
Price details
S$106.42 x 1 AdultS$106.42
Total
Price is S$106.42
Until Wed, 12 Aug

Tour in Spanish

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • Spanish

Spanish: Our Award Winning Book of Kells and Dublin Castle Tour with Spanish Guide

Language options: Spanish
Price details
S$116.77 x 1 AdultS$116.77
Total
Price is S$116.77
Until Wed, 12 Aug

Small Group Tour

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English

Max 15PAX: Smaller group size for a more intimate guided tour experience.

Language options: English
Starting time: 14:30
Price details
S$161.11 x 1 AdultS$161.11
Total
Price is S$161.11
Until Wed, 12 Aug

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. 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

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

Meeting/Redemption Point

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

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