Beat the crowds early access to the treasury to view the incredible book of kells and the old library. Get in touch if you would like to discuss any of the tours shown on this site, or if youre looking to. The campus tour tickets i think, as i usually see people manning it are sold at a little stand just inside of the main gate of trinity, however then i think book of kells tickets are for sale within the gift shop of the old library where the book of kells library. Admission to the treasury to view the book of kells, entrance to the exhibition turning darkness into light and a fully guided visit to the old library of trinity college. Home dublin glendalough and dublin highlights private tour with book of kells visit. Enjoy ease of access with online fasttrack ticket entry to the book of kells. Visit the historic book of kells at trinity college, duvblina,viking trading port to a walled medieval city, georgian dublin and st.
It was created in a columban monastery in either britain or ireland and may have had. Private tours dublin tour guides dublin ireland with. First your guide takes you through the colleges library, exploring the area known as the long room thats lined with books and statue busts of famous masters of science, literature, and art. A relaxing tour of dublins two main galleries, with cathy is the answer. This official guide by the former keeper of manuscripts at the library of trinity college, dublin, where the book of kells is on permanent display, provides fascinating insights into one of the greatest surviving examples of medieval art. Chauffeur tours ireland luxury tours of ireland private. Youll be able to view an exhibition on how the book of kells was made, and general exhibits of ireland, while waiting for entry to the viewing area. Fasttrack easy access book of kells tour with dublin castle.
Explore kells private tour guide in kells, ireland tourhq. This tour offer a nice overview of our history and culture and visits many of the important historical sites. Great tour with a student guide then on to view the book of kells. A ticket to the book of kells includes access to the trinity college librarys long room, where youll find an original copy of the 1916 proclamation of the irish republic and a medieval harp. It is known for its worldrenowned artistry, as well as its many hidden secrets and mysteries dating back to the 800. The book of kells, dating from about 800 ce, is a beautifully decorated manuscript of the four gospels. After the book its upstairs to walk the long room of the library. The best way to see the book of kells is early in the morning, before the rest of dublin is awake. It is known for its worldrenowned artistry, as well as its many. Book of kells tour monastic treasures with a historian context. Changes or cancellations requested less than 24 hours before the tour departure time are not possible. You will explore the book of kells rich ornamentation, multilayered symbolism and meaning.
Glendalough and dublin highlights private tour with book. 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. Tour dublin personal and private dublin tours with tourdublin. The trinity college walking tour, which can include book of kells entry if you buy that version of the ticket, makes it far more interesting and memorable. This beautiful and fascinating masterpiece is considered the greatest example of medieval illumination for over 1,200 years. Throughout the tour i can also make suggestions for places you might like to visit during the rest of your stay. The monks from his community on the island of iona off the west coast of scotland moved to kells in the 9th century to escape savage viking raids. Maximize your time in irelands vibrant capital with a 24. Saint patricks cathedral dublin castle grounds trinity college and the book of kells exhibition georgian dublin 16 people. Explores tours focus on culture, history, religious, food and drink, walking, story telling, education, sightseeing. Discover the rich tradition of illuminated manuscripts and irish mythology. Book of kells early access and dublin castle guided tour. Discover one of the most important highlights of irish heritage on this early access fully guided tour.
Learn about the storied history of the old library and some of the treasures contained within on our book of kells tour, examining how the light of learning shined brightly in dublin throughout the middle ages, and learning how the unbelievably intricate illuminated manuscripts of the era. Tripadvisor fasttrack easy access book of kells tour with. It is known for its worldrenowned artistry, as well as its many hidden secrets and mysteries dating back to. Kells historic town kells or ceanannas mor in irish meaning great fort was a celtic royal residence before st. Situated just off grafton street in the heart of dublin, trinity is perfectly located to explore the city. Fasttrack access book of kells and dublin castle tour dublin. Its a celebration of books as objects and an account of the deeply personal nature of these hallowed spaces by one of australias leading bibliophiles. Prepaid admission to the treasury to view the book of kells as well as to the exhibition turning darkness into light. The 5 best kells private tours with photos tripadvisor.
Trinity offers iconic meeting and event space, stylish dining and over 600 bedrooms on its historical campus. Stop at trinity college where you will visit the library that holds the famous book of kells, a. History, culture, architecture, irish society, irish language, literature, and manyajoke to be heard during our preamble around the fair city. Check out the best tours and activities to experience the book of kells. The book of kells here, is a manuscript of the gospel. The magnificent book of kells is widely regarded as irelands most valuable national treasure. Learn about its dense symbolism and rich ornamentation. Do dublin your way with this customizable private tour of the city. Get in touch if you would like to discuss any of the tours shown on this site, or if youre looking to customise your own tour and just want to pick our brains we.
Trinity college tour the book of kells ireland with locals. Visit the trinity college library, home to the famous book of kellswidely considered among the most important of all irelands ancient treasures. Dublin is the starting place for your grand adventure. This illuminated manuscript gospel book is housed in trinity college. The monks from his community on the island of iona off the west coast of scotland moved to kells. With over 2000 of the oldest books housed in this gorgeous library, plus the book of kells, the 9th century gospel manuscript, what else could you ask for. The book of kells is located at the trinity college in dublin and it is open for public visits, most times the book of kells contains the four gospels of the christian scriptures written in black, red, purple, and yellow ink in an insular majuscule script, preceded by prefaces, summaries, and concordances of gospel passages. Aug 12, 2010 an introduction to the book of kells and the beautiful film the secret of kells made by the studio cartoon saloon. It is indeed an interesting place to explore and spend some time at. The abbey of kells mainistir cheanannais in irish is a former monastery in kells, county meath, ireland, 40 miles 64 km north of dublin. Aug 29, 2017 there are a few things to consider when deciding whether an early access book of kells tour is worth while, mainly the access and the price.
A 5 hour tour covering the celts, viking, medieval and english dublin. This is not to missed,long lines but worth the wait. I am doing some research into ticket options for trinity collegebook of kells on their website which shows they offer a regular ticket at the door for 10 or online fast track ticket for for old library exhibition and book of kells then i found a link on their website for the trinity college tour which is a scheduled 35 minute guided tour of the four squares of the campus followed. Book of kells tour context travel tours private tours. The book of kells was probably produced in a monastery on the isle of iona, scotland, to honor saint columba in the early 8th century. Enter the old library at trinity college dublin to see the illuminated manuscript of the book of kells. You will explore the 9th book of kells rich ornamentation, multilayered symbolism and meaning. Our guide oisin was just the nicest and most accommodating person who made everything run. A halfday whistle stop tour of dublin with no standing in line and a chance to take in the heart of dublin, with free exclusive access to the trinity college long library and the book of. A catalogue of wonders is a fascinating and engaging exploration of libraries as places of beauty and wonder. Checkin is 15 minutes prior to the booked tour start time. Avoid the crowds and explore irish history in peace on this book of kells and dublin castle exterior tour. First your guide takes you through the colleges library, exploring the area known as the long room thats lined with books and statue busts. Walk the historic streets of dublin on an awardwinning private tour created by renowned author and.
At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place. Private tours dublin tour guides dublin ireland with locals. 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. Book your book of kells tickets online and skiptheline. Tripadvisor fasttrack easy access book of kells tour. Trinity college dublin and the book of kells is one the most popular visitor attractions in ireland and well worth a visit during your tour.
It is known for its worldrenowned artistry, as well as its many hidden secrets and mysteries dating back to the 800 ad. An introduction to the book of kells and the beautiful film the secret of kells made by the studio cartoon saloon. The book of kells is one of the finest and most famous, and also one of the latest, of a group of manuscripts in what is known as the insular style, produced from the late 6th through the early 9th centuries in monasteries in ireland, scotland and england and in continental monasteries with hibernoscottish or anglosaxon foundations. Enjoy a walking tour of the th century dublin castle exterior and gardens. Begin your day with a stroll through the lovely grounds of trinity college, established in 1592, making sure to visit the beautiful book of kells at the old library. The library is like a piece of heaven on earth for book lovers of course and also for others as it is exceptionally calm and informative. That means less time repacking and checking in more time for a truly. The old library and the book of kells is a lovely library thats often crowded. Known as one of the oldest and most famous universities in ireland, trinity college dublin is located in the centre of our capital city, dublin, ireland, on college.
Dublins seven wonders in a private half day walking tour. Much of the book of kells may have been created there, but historians cannot be. Nov 22, 2019 the book of kells was probably produced in a monastery on the isle of iona, scotland, to honor saint columba in the early 8th century. For guests who are travelling alone and are therefore not sharing a room, the single occupancy supplement for the 6 day iconic scenes of ireland tour 2020 is 300. Not all sites on this tour are wheelchair accessible. The book of kells and the old library exhibition dublin.
The deposit for the 6 day iconic scenes of ireland tour 2020 is 300 per person. Beat the crowds early access to the 16 th century college to view the world renowned 7 th century book of kells and trinity colleges old library europes longest vaulted library experience a fully guided visit to both venues with an expert local english speaking guide. Book of kells and the treasures of dublin context travel. The book of kells and trinity college had been on my must see list for years. Prepaid admission to the treasury to view the book of kells as well as to the exhibition turning darkness.
Book of kells, dublin ticket price timings address. The book of kells exhibition is a mustsee on the itinerary of all visitors to dublin. It was stolen in the 11th century, at which time its cover was torn off and it was thrown into a ditch. At the conclusion of the tour, you may remain in the center of dublin for shopping or independent sightseeing, or return with your guide to your ship.
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. Take a private dublin tour with a knowledgeable local guide and get ready to be charmed by one of europes liveliest capitals. Then, tour dublin castle to gain insight into irish history spanning 3 millennia. Trinity college and the book of kells are truly mustsee attractions for any visitor thats interested in immersing themselves in the rich culture of the celtic homeland. Fasttrack easy access book of kells tour with dublin.
Authenticity tours, which operates trinity tours, can facilitate any tour requests from members of the public or tour groups. Confusion over trinity collegebook of kells tours dublin. Visit all the unmissable irish destinations including the famous wild atlantic way while still experiencing ireland at your own pace. The library is open all year round except for a week around the christmas and new year period. Beat the crowds for earlyaccess to the old library in trinity college to get an upclose look at this celebrated text. Book of kells early access and dublin castle guided tour 2020. After a viking raid, the book was moved to kells, ireland, sometime in the 9th century. Guided tours visitors and book of kells trinity college dublin. Glendalough and dublin highlights private tour with book of. The book of kells located within the walls of trinity college dublin was written around 800ad. In this historianled book of kells tour with skiptheline tickets, we will visit the book, explore trinity colleges famed old library, and examine celtic artifacts at the national museum of ireland, revealing how the light of learning shined brightly in ireland during the dark ages. The tour of the book of kells and dublin castle plus a very informative walk between the two places made for a fascinating couple of hours. The guide gave a lot of information out in a light hearted manner and kept us interested throughout.
It was founded in the early 9th century, and the book of kells was kept there during the later medieval and early modern periods before finally leaving the abbey in the 1650s. Avoid waiting in long lines at the book of kellsone of the most important highlights of irish heritage dating back to the ninth centuryon this earlyaccess tour. Choosing this hubandspoke tour, guests on the sixday iconic scenes of ireland stay in two quality hotels for the duration of their vacation. Frankly i feel its not worth just seeing the book of kells without more trinity college context.
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