Directions to trinity and the book of kells exhibit. Kells abbey was plundered and pillaged by vikings many times in the. The book of kells site is open daily with varying hours by season may to september. Trinity to shelve book of kells for four months the irish times. Located in the heart of the city centre in trinity college dublin, the exhibition displays the book of kells, a 9th century manuscript that documents the four.
An experienced driver navigates the roads safely and a guide transports you to premium viewing spots you may have missed if exploring independently. Authenticity tours offers a combined ticket which incorporates discounts on the cost of a guided tour of trinity college dublin and the admission fee to the book of kells and old library exhibition. Britains prince harry and his wife meghan markle viewed the book of kells during their visit to dublin in july 2018, which the college said led. A visit to the book of kells at the old library in trinity college dublin is a journey. Trinity college dublin 2020 all you need to know before. Discover one of the most important highlights of irish heritage on this early access fully guided tour. We recommend booking trinity college dublin tours ahead of time to secure your spot. Stay at trinity college dublin in the heart of dublin and explore all that tcd has to offer including the book of kells exhibition, trinity gift shop and more. See all 44 trinity college dublin tours on tripadvisor.
If you book with tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. You will explore the 9th book of kells rich ornamentation, multilayered symbolism and meaning. View the book of kells gift range and trinity 1592 collection. The book of kells exhibition is located in the 18th century old library building in the heart of trinity college dublin. The book of kells and the old library exhibition dublin. Buy tickets to trinity college old library and book of kells exhibition. The book is a major dublin attraction and attracts many travelers, particularly during summer. On exploring the long room, get a close up view of the brian boru harp. Enjoy ease of access with online fasttrack ticket entry to the book of kells. The book of kells and the old library exhibition dublin 2020 all. Our online book of kells brochures are available in the following languages. Lasting 35 minutes, the tour encompasses the four major squares of the college. This book contains the harmony of the four evangelists according to jerome, where for almost every page there are different designs, distinguished by varied colours. The book of kells exhibition is a mustsee on the itinerary of all visitors to dublin.