Book of Kells, Dublin Castle, Christ Church Cathedral Walking Tour in Dublin
by Rosotravel - Ireland City Tours
Choose from 2 available options
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Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$48.72Overview
This walking tour in Dublin lasts about three hours and covers three major landmarks: the Book of Kells at Trinity College's Old Library, Dublin Castle, and Christ Church Cathedral. The tour begins at the corner of Wellington Quay and Fownes Street Lower near The Ha'penny Bridge Inn in the Temple Bar area. The guide leads a group of up to 25 people through Dublin’s cultural quarter along the River Liffey. The first part introduces the neighborhood’s cultural institutions, historic pubs, and aspects of Irish whiskey, beer, rock’n’roll, and film. Next, the tour moves into the historic city center to explore sites linked to Dublin’s Viking past, Anglo-Saxon rulers, and events like the Great Irish Famine. Stops include Christ Church Cathedral, the Georgian City Hall, the inner courtyards of Dublin Castle (admission not included), St. Andrew’s Church, and the Molly Malone statue. The final part is a visit to Trinity College’s Old Library, built in 1712 and home to over 200,000 books. The tour includes skip-the-line tickets to see the Book of Kells, a medieval manuscript with detailed illustrations and calligraphy. The guide keeps commentary to a minimum inside the library to respect the quiet atmosphere. Tickets to Dublin Castle and Christ Church Cathedral are not included in the price.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Meeting Point at Wellington Quay and Fownes St Lower
The group meets on the street corner by The Ha'penny Bridge Inn, 42 Wellington Quay, Temple Bar, Dublin 2. Guests should wait outside and not enter the building, as staff there are not informed about the tour.
10 min
Temple Bar Neighborhood Walk
This 3-hour walking tour begins on the bank of the River Liffey in the Temple Bar neighborhood, known as Dublin's cultural quarter and nightlife district. The guide covers the city’s key cultural institutions and historic pubs while explaining Irish whiskey, Irish beer, Irish rock’n’roll, Irish film, and more.
60 min
Historic City Center and Landmarks
The group explores Dublin’s historic core, learning about Viking heritage, Anglo-Saxon kings, and events like the Great Irish Famine. Stops include Christ Church Cathedral, Georgian City Hall, and Dublin Castle’s inner courtyards (entrance not included). The tour also passes St. Andrew’s Church and the Molly Malone statue.
50 min
Trinity College Old Library and Book of Kells
The main attraction is a visit to the Old Library at Trinity College, one of the 7 ancient universities of Great Britain and Ireland. The Old Library dates to 1712 and holds over 200,000 books, including the Book of Kells, a rare medieval manuscript noted for its intricate illustrations and calligraphy. Skip-the-line tickets are provided so the 25-people group avoids long queues.
60 min
Meeting point
Meet your guide on the corner of Wellington Quay and Fownes St Lower, on the left side of The Ha'penny Bridge Inn, 42 Wellington Quay, Temple Bar, Dublin 2, D02 Y103, Ireland. Please wait on street and do not approach the entrance, as the staff is not informed about the tour.
End point
Meet your guide on the corner of Wellington Quay and Fownes St Lower, on the left side of The Ha'penny Bridge Inn, 42 Wellington Quay, Temple Bar, Dublin 2, D02 Y103, Ireland. Please wait on street and do not approach the entrance, as the staff is not informed about the tour.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
More things to do in Dublin
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- Dublin to Belfast Titanic Experience, Dunluce Castle & Giant's Causeway Full-Day Tour
- Dublin Trinity Trails 45-Minute Guided Walking Tour of Trinity College Campus
- Dublin 3-4 Hour Walking Tour of Best Kept Secrets with Snacks and Tea
- Belfast Day Tour from Dublin Including Titanic Experience
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Book of Kells, Dublin Castle, Christ Church Cathedral Walking Tour in Dublin
by Rosotravel - Ireland City Tours
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$48.72Overview
This walking tour in Dublin lasts about three hours and covers three major landmarks: the Book of Kells at Trinity College's Old Library, Dublin Castle, and Christ Church Cathedral. The tour begins at the corner of Wellington Quay and Fownes Street Lower near The Ha'penny Bridge Inn in the Temple Bar area. The guide leads a group of up to 25 people through Dublin’s cultural quarter along the River Liffey. The first part introduces the neighborhood’s cultural institutions, historic pubs, and aspects of Irish whiskey, beer, rock’n’roll, and film. Next, the tour moves into the historic city center to explore sites linked to Dublin’s Viking past, Anglo-Saxon rulers, and events like the Great Irish Famine. Stops include Christ Church Cathedral, the Georgian City Hall, the inner courtyards of Dublin Castle (admission not included), St. Andrew’s Church, and the Molly Malone statue. The final part is a visit to Trinity College’s Old Library, built in 1712 and home to over 200,000 books. The tour includes skip-the-line tickets to see the Book of Kells, a medieval manuscript with detailed illustrations and calligraphy. The guide keeps commentary to a minimum inside the library to respect the quiet atmosphere. Tickets to Dublin Castle and Christ Church Cathedral are not included in the price.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Meeting Point at Wellington Quay and Fownes St Lower
The group meets on the street corner by The Ha'penny Bridge Inn, 42 Wellington Quay, Temple Bar, Dublin 2. Guests should wait outside and not enter the building, as staff there are not informed about the tour.
10 min
Temple Bar Neighborhood Walk
This 3-hour walking tour begins on the bank of the River Liffey in the Temple Bar neighborhood, known as Dublin's cultural quarter and nightlife district. The guide covers the city’s key cultural institutions and historic pubs while explaining Irish whiskey, Irish beer, Irish rock’n’roll, Irish film, and more.
60 min
Historic City Center and Landmarks
The group explores Dublin’s historic core, learning about Viking heritage, Anglo-Saxon kings, and events like the Great Irish Famine. Stops include Christ Church Cathedral, Georgian City Hall, and Dublin Castle’s inner courtyards (entrance not included). The tour also passes St. Andrew’s Church and the Molly Malone statue.
50 min
Trinity College Old Library and Book of Kells
The main attraction is a visit to the Old Library at Trinity College, one of the 7 ancient universities of Great Britain and Ireland. The Old Library dates to 1712 and holds over 200,000 books, including the Book of Kells, a rare medieval manuscript noted for its intricate illustrations and calligraphy. Skip-the-line tickets are provided so the 25-people group avoids long queues.
60 min
Meeting point
Meet your guide on the corner of Wellington Quay and Fownes St Lower, on the left side of The Ha'penny Bridge Inn, 42 Wellington Quay, Temple Bar, Dublin 2, D02 Y103, Ireland. Please wait on street and do not approach the entrance, as the staff is not informed about the tour.
End point
Meet your guide on the corner of Wellington Quay and Fownes St Lower, on the left side of The Ha'penny Bridge Inn, 42 Wellington Quay, Temple Bar, Dublin 2, D02 Y103, Ireland. Please wait on street and do not approach the entrance, as the staff is not informed about the tour.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
More things to do in Dublin
- Dublin 3-Hour Delicious Food Tour with Tastings of Traditional Irish Food
- Dublin to Belfast Titanic Experience, Dunluce Castle & Giant's Causeway Full-Day Tour
- Dublin Trinity Trails 45-Minute Guided Walking Tour of Trinity College Campus
- Dublin 3-4 Hour Walking Tour of Best Kept Secrets with Snacks and Tea
- Belfast Day Tour from Dublin Including Titanic Experience
- Dublin to Dunluce Castle, Giant's Causeway, Dark Hedges & Belfast Day Trip