Skip-the-line Book of Kells and Dublin Old Town Private Tour

Experience the best of Dublin with our skip-the-line Book of Kells and Old Town private tours. Choose from 2-hour, 3-hour, 4-hour, or 5-hour options tailored to your interests.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Molly Malone Statue - Meet your guide next to the Molly Malone Statue (outside St. Andrew’s Church), Suffolk St, Dublin 2, D02 KX03, Ireland

  • Dublin - Book a 1-hour round-trip transfer and an extended 4-hour walking tour of Dublin with skip-the-line tickets to Old Library and the Christ Church Cathedral. We will arrange a 5-Star Driver and a private vehicle for your pickup and drop-off so you can avoid using public transport or overpriced taxis. Book in advance to save time and money, and enjoy the comfort of private car transfers.

  • The Book of Kells & Old Library - Visit the Book of Kells exhibition in the Old Library. Your Private Guide will meet you next to the legendary Molly Malone Statue and take you to the Trinity College campus. Each step will be filled with a lot of knowledge, as many notable people attended this renowned institution. With skip-the-line tickets you will save time and enjoy full access to the university’s Old Library. Its Long Room is considered to be one of the most impressive library rooms in the world, filled with the nostalgic smell of old paper and wood. It houses a collection of 200,000 old books, including the 9th century manuscript that documents the four Gospels of the life of Jesus Christ, known as the Book of Kells. It’s a very rare treasure! After visiting the Old Library, you explore the Old Town and see highlights such as the Irish Houses of Parliament, the Georgian-style City Hall, the majestic Dublin Castle, and the medieval Christ Church Cathedral.

  • Christ Church Cathedral - The Christ Church Cathedral, one of the oldest buildings in town . This is your chance to learn more about the Middle Ages in Dublin, admire the stunning medieval church and its crypts. Skip-the-line tickets are included to avoid waiting in lines.

  • St. Audoen’s Church - You will also enjoy an extended walking tour with highlights such as St Audoen’s Church, Dublina and St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the national cathedral of Ireland.

What's Included
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Book of Kells at the Old Library (all options)
  • 5-Star Licensed Guide fluent in the language of your choice
  • Round-trip transfer with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (3 and 5-hour options only)
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Christ Church Cathedral (4 and 5-hour options only)
  • Private Walking Tour of Dublin with The Book of Kells exhibition
  • Number of attractions depends on the selected option
What's Not Included
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Christ Church Cathedral (in 2 and 3-hour options)
  • Round-trip transfer with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (in 2 and 4-hour options)
Additional Information

Select from our specially curated tour packages to suit your preferences:

2-hour: Explore the Old Town & Book of Kells
Choose this package to visit the Book of Kells in the Old Library with no-wait entry tickets. The tour also includes major attractions of Dublin including Trinity College, Dublin Castle, among others.

3-hour: Traverse through the Old Town, view the Book of Kells & enjoy transportation services
This package encompasses a 1-hour transit back and forth along with a 2-hour guided tour around Dublin’s Old Town. It also provides immediate access to view the Books of Kells showcased in the Old Library.

4-hour: Discover the Old Town, Book of Kells & Christ Church Cathedral
Opt for this package to view the Book of Kells in the Old Library and the Christ Church Cathedral using immediate access passes. The tour also lets you see other famous attractions in Dublin, such as St Patrick’s.

5-hour: Uncover the Old Town, Book of Kells, Christ Church Cathedral & with added transfer services
This package comes with a 1-hour return transportation service and a 4-hour expedition which includes a guided walk around Dublin’s Old Town, the Books of Kells, Old Library and Christ Church Cathedral.

  • Check your email the day before the tour.
  • The number of attractions depends on the selected option.
  • Tickets to the Book of Kells offer a pre-booked time slot of entry. You will skip the line at the ticket office, but not at the entrance and security checks. The exhibition is located in the Old Library at Trinity College, where guiding is restricted, especially during ongoing renovations.
  • Tickets to Christ Church Cathedral and Crypts allow you to skip the ticket line. Entry during masses and special events is restricted.
  • The 3- and 4-hour options include an estimated 1-hour round-trip transfer from your accommodation, depending on the distance and traffic.We will arrange a standard car (sedan) for 1-4 people, or a larger van for groups larger than 5. You can book a 5-people tour for a larger car.
  • 2-hour tour: for the best experience, we limit your group size to 1-25 guests per guide.
  • 4-hour tour: due to the cathedral’s policy, 1 licensed guide can lead a group of 1-20 people.
Location
Molly Malone Statue
Suffolk Street
Meet your guide next to the Molly Malone Statue (outside St. Andrew's Church), Suffolk St, Dublin 2, D02 KX03, Ireland
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Cheryl_u
Oct 19, 2023
Wonderful private tour! - While the Book of Kells self-guided tour was good, it was a bit disappointing, perhaps because of my expectations. There were too many people at one time, making it difficult to thoroughly read and digest displays. I had also expected to see more of the Book itself, though I now see that that isn't possible without destroying it. However, we loved our guide, Ben, who then took us on a walking tour of the area surrounding the Temple College campus. He was very knowledgeable, answering all of the questions my group threw at him and providing interesting history and facts. Thank you, Ben! You made our day!!
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