--- title: Book of Kells. Dublin Castle exterior. 5* History & Heritage Tour lang: en type: tour city: Dublin country: Ireland price: 87 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.87 reviews: 149 duration_minutes: 165 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 33 of 43 (Walking & History Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/ireland/dublin/tours/book-of-kells-dublin-castle-exterior-5-history-heritage-tour/ --- # Book of Kells. Dublin Castle exterior. 5* History & Heritage Tour In our comparison: #33 of 43 in Walking & History Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview -Smaller group -Exclusive Tour for the more discerning traveller -All Experienced/Official Qualified Guides -All entry fees covered -Skip the line & fast access -Fully wireless audio earpieces(if requested) -FAMILY groups welcome -Visit Molly Malone statue Ireland offers a unique experience. Dublin's bustling hub with centuries of rich history seamlessly merging with contemporary life. Medieval streets adorned with classical architecture, the city tells the story of a nation’s evolution from conquest to rebellion. This tour has something for everyone. History & Heritage. Trinity College & library, Book of Kells, visit Dublin Castle exterior-walk and hear many darker stories (we don’t enter the castle or grounds as it’s presently closed) Join our award winning guides on our specialist cultural journey in the heart of Dublin—a city that invites exploration, celebrates its past, and embraces its future, all while offering the charm of a welcoming, walkable metropolis. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet Time: 10/15 minutes before the… - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Max 18 people: shared group - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 13 start times: between 08:30 and 16:00 - Fitness notes apply: see additional information **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €87 per person for the Book of Kells, Medieval Dublin Castle. Molly Malone. Guided Tour option; other options up to €157 - Duration: 2h 45m - Rating: 4.87/5 from 149 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: City Heritage Tours - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Shared, up to 18 travellers - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 13 start times between 08:30 and 16:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.87 from 149 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 145 of 149. - 5 stars: 137 (92%) - 4 stars: 8 (5%) - 3 stars: 2 (1%) - 2 stars: 1 (1%) - 1 star: 1 (1%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Book of Kells, Medieval Dublin Castle. Molly Malone. Guided Tour | €87 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Up to 18 travelers | | Bespoke Small Group VIP Tour. | €157 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Bespoke Small Group VIP Tour. | ## What's included - Entry to the College Treasury to view the 9th Century Book of Kells & Old Library & two short films. - Visit the exterior areas & secrets stories of the 13th Dublin Castle. (Castle&Grounds are closed) - All Fees and Taxes - Entry to the 16th Century Trinity College University campus site. - Guide - Tour is led by an experienced and fully licensed award winning Tour Guide experts. - Option to visit the 13th Century St Patricks Cathedral with exclusive access. - Visit the Molly Malone statue located a short distance from Trinity College. ## Not included - Gratuity ## Itinerary 1. **Trinity College Dublin** (30m; admission included) - With our experienced and licensed tour guide we start with a brief introductory talk about Trinity College and its history from 1592 onwards....then head into the University campus. 2. **The Book of Kells Experience** (1h 15m; admission included) - At Trinity College we visit The Book of Kells, an illuminated manuscript Gospel book that originated in the ninth century. It is considered one of Ireland's greatest cultural treasures and is widely regarded as an example of Insular art. The book is a masterpiece of medieval... 3. **The Bank On College Green** (10m) - We stand outside and pass the Bank of Ireland on College Green for an earlier and perhaps more noble example of repurposing in the city building. Standing on the traffic island on College Green and looking up, it’s difficult not to be impressed. Surely this is the grandest... 4. **Molly Malone Statue** (10m) - A final history talk of Dublin - 'Through The Ages' to The Molly Malone statue is located a short distance from where you started at College Green and Trinity College. Molly Malone was a semi historical, semi-legendary figure who was commemorated in the song 'Cockles and... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 13 start times between 08:30 and 16:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Meet Time: 10/15 minutes before the scheduled start time. Meet Place: At the Henry Gratton Statue, on a traffic island directly in front of Trinity Colleges main entrance on College Green. Dublin. Meet Point: Your guide will be standing there at the foot of the statue, it has trees around it. Ends: Dublin Castle is a historic complex located in the heart of Dublin, Ireland. Originally built in the 13th century, it served as the seat of British rule in Ireland for centuries. Today, it is a government complex, hosting official functions and events. ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Strictly Not Suitable for wheelchair users or walkers and those with limited mobility issues. ## Compared with other Walking & History Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #33 of 43** | €87 | 2h 45m | 4.87 (149) | shared, max 18 | | [Dublin City Center Walking Tour](/ireland/dublin/tours/dublin-city-center-walking-tour/?format=md) | €360 per group | 3h | 5.0 (618) | shared | | [Dublin Private Walking Tour: Highlights, Hidden Gems & Local Tips](/ireland/dublin/tours/dublin-private-walking-tour-highlights-hidden-gems-local-tips/?format=md) | €122 | 3h | 4.99 (795) | private | | [Dublin's Best Kept Secrets Tour](/ireland/dublin/tours/dublin-s-best-kept-secrets-tour/?format=md) | €36 | 3h | 4.98 (569) | shared | Ranked #33 of 43 in Walking & History Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €6 to €302, median €30; typical length 2h 20m. 15 of 43 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/ireland/dublin/dublin-walking-tours/?format=md ## More in Dublin - All Dublin tours: https://guidekin.com/ireland/dublin/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/ireland/dublin/tours/book-of-kells-dublin-castle-exterior-5-history-heritage-tour/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/ireland/dublin/?format=md