The Book of Kells Private Visit
Discover Ireland’s literary soul at Trinity College, from the 9th-century Book of Kells to the majestic Long Room, where 200,000 historic volumes evoke centuries of scholarship and storytelling.
Area
Dublin and the Midlands
Type
Community & Culture
Grade
Standard
Who
Adults
Teens
Difficulty
Leisurely
Duration
1-2 Hours
Enjoy a private visit to the scholarly heart of Dublin at Trinity College, following in the footsteps of Ireland’s literary greats. With a private guide, uncover the stories behind the exquisite Book of Kells, a 9th-century masterpiece, before stepping into the atmospheric Long Room, home to 200,000 historic volumes. With privileged insight into these remarkable treasures, this is an intimate journey into Ireland’s literary and intellectual heritage, reserved for those seeking a deeper connection to Dublin.
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