Fast-Track Book of Kells Ticket & Dublin Castle Tour

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WHEN Tuesday 16 September to Fri Jan 10th 2025

ADDRESS , Grafton Street

COMPANY Dublin: Fast-Track Book of Kells Ticket & Dublin Castle Tour

Highlights

Discover up close the finest example of Ireland's most important medieval illuminated manuscripts
Wander the gardens and grounds of Dublin Castle
Learn about the rich symbolism of the Book of Kells with an expert local guide
See and walk through Europe's largest vaulted library
Book of Kells 360 & Long Room reimagined Experience & Gaia

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Discover the “most precious object in the western world,” according to the 1007 Chronicles of Ulster, on a cultural fast-track easy access tour of the Book of Kells at Trinity College Dublin. Meet your local Dublin guide at the main entrance to Trinity College and marvel at the rich ornamentation and dense symbolism of the 8th-century Book of Kells. This is an illuminated manuscript of the 4 Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Get up close and admire one of the finest examples of medieval illumination. On the second part of this fascinating tour visit the 12th-century Dublin Castle built by King John where your professional local English-speaking guide will show you all the exterior highlights including the Castle gardens, affording you one of the best tour experiences in Ireland. The Library at Trinity College is currently closed for renovations. The 9th-century Book of Kells is still on display.

Includes

Entrance ticket to the Book of Kells at Trinity College English speaking local guide

Important Information

Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of 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. Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable compliant ramps. Operates in all weather conditions. Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.

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16th Sep · Tuesday

Fast-Track Book of Kells Ticket & Dublin Castle Tour

Fast-Track Book of Kells Ticket & Dublin Castle Tour

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