Trinity College Library, Book of Kells & Dublin Castle Tour

Discover Dublin's treasures with a guided tour of the Book of Kells, Trinity College's Old Library, Dublin Castle, and George's Street Arcade.

Book of Kells & Dublin Castle Tour

At the scheduled time, we'll meet at the Edmund Burke Statue in Dublin. The tour is designed for those interested in history.

We will first visit the Book of Kells, a Celtic manuscript over 1,200 years old, known for its medieval illustrations. Our guide will lead us through the “Turning Darkness into Light” exhibition, covering the book's origins and painting techniques.

Next, we will explore the Old Library at Trinity College, which includes the Long Room containing 200,000 ancient books, the “Brian Boru Harp,” and an original copy of the Declaration of Irish Independence.

Following this, we will proceed to Dublin Castle, built in the 13th century. Our guided tour will visit the gardens, Record and Octagonal Towers, and the Upper and Lower State Yards, with historical insights from our guide.

Next, we will head to the 18th-century George’s Street Arcade, featuring nearly 50 shops and restaurants. This is an ideal spot for souvenirs.

The tour concludes by visiting the statue of Molly Malone, with a duration of 3 hours, ending near Dublin Castle. Slán!