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St Patrick’s Cathedral, Book of Kells and Dublin Castle Tour
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3 Hours 30 Minutes
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Offered in: English
Overview
Embark on a privileged journey through Dublin's historic center on this exclusive priority timed access tour. Gain entry to iconic landmarks, including St. Patrick's Cathedral, where you'll have ample space to admire its architectural wonders. Next, you'll enter Trinity College Library to witness the Book of Kells, an illuminated manuscript of unparalleled beauty before visiting Dublin Castle & Gardens.
Packed full of incredible insights and up-close historical visits including a visit to the must-see St Patrick’s Cathedral & Garden Park. Learn about Ireland’s patron saint and his incredible life story while your expert first-class local friendly guide offer a fully guide tour of this Dublin top landmarks.
This tour continues to the Trinity College established in 1592 by Queen Elizabeth 1. Enjoy priority timed access ticket entry to the Book of Kells.
Next, continue this fascinating walking tour to explore the 13th century Dublin Castle and Gardens.
What's Included
- Entry to the College Treasury to view the 9th Century Book of Kells
- Visit to the 16th Century Trinity College campus
- Wander the gardens and grounds of Dublin Castle
- Book of Kells 360 & Long Room reimagined Experience
- Discover the Book of Kell’s up-close
- See the largest medieval cathedral in Ireland
- Entry to the Oldest Vaulted Library in Europe
- Walk through Europe's largest vaulted library
- Visit the spot in the Gardens where St. Patrick conducted the first Christian baptisms in 5. century
- Learn about the rich symbolism of the Book of Kells
- Exterior tour of the13th Century Dublin Castle
- Gaia - See the spectacular illuminated sculpture of Earth by Luke Jerram
- Skip the Line Entry to St Patrick's Cathedral
- This triple-headliner tour is led by an expert first-class local friendly guide
- Hotel Pick-Up
- Interior visit to Dublin Castle
- Transportation
- Gratuities
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
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Start time
02:00 PM
What To Expect
Saint Patrick's Cathedral
Enjoy Skip the Line access and avoid the long lines for a fully comprehensive tour of Ireland's most famous Cathedral and Gardens where you will learn about the works of Johnathan Swift, Dean of St. Patrick's Cathedral as well as Bram Stoker, author of Dracula and student of the 16th century Trinity College.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
Dublin Castle
Continue on this fascinating fully guided tour to Dublin Castle. 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. Rebuilt in the 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th centuries, Dublin Castle awaits to enthrall all who enter her gates. 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.
40 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Molly Malone Statue
Visit Dublin's mascot 'Molly Malone Statue' where your local guide will introduce you to Dublin's heroine and her famous song. The song's tragic heroine and her barrow have come to stand as one of the most familiar symbols of the capital. As well as being known and sung internationally, the popular song 'Cockles and Mussels' has become a sort of unofficial anthem of Dublin city.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Book of Kells & Old Library
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.
1 Hours 5 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Trinity College Dublin
After your visit to the Book of Kells and Library enjoy 10 minutes at the venues souvenir shop.
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.
- THIS VOUCHER IS NOT AN ENTRY TICKET. To participate in your tour, you must first check-in with the guide. You can only access the venues as part of your organised group tour.
- Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.
- It is recommended that all guests purchase travel insurance that provides complete coverage for any number of issues that may arise.
- Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Wheelchairs, motorised scooters, or any other device to assist mobility are not suitable for this tour.
Operated by LetzGo City Tours
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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