Book of Kells. Dublin Castle exterior. 5* History & Heritage Tour
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.
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.
- Option to visit the 13th Century St Patricks Cathedral with exclusive access.
- Visit the Molly Malone statue located a short distance from Trinity College.
- Tour is led by an experienced and fully licensed award winning Tour Guide experts.
- Guide
- Gratuity
Meeting Location
College Green
Dublin, Ireland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Dame Street
Dublin 2, Co. Dublin, Ireland
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.
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Trinity College Dublin
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
The Book of Kells Experience
1 hour 15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
The Bank On College Green
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Molly Malone Statue
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Strictly Not Suitable for wheelchair users or walkers and those with limited mobility issues.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- 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.
- Option to visit the 13th Century St Patricks Cathedral with exclusive access.
- Visit the Molly Malone statue located a short distance from Trinity College.
- Tour is led by an experienced and fully licensed award winning Tour Guide experts.
- Guide.
- Gratuity.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Book of Kells. Dublin Castle exterior. 5* History & Heritage Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Strictly Not Suitable for wheelchair users or walkers and those with limited mobility issues.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Book of Kells. Dublin Castle exterior. 5* History & Heritage Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What'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.
- Option to visit the 13th Century St Patricks Cathedral with exclusive access.
- Visit the Molly Malone statue located a short distance from Trinity College.
- Tour is led by an experienced and fully licensed award winning Tour Guide experts.
- Guide
- Gratuity
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Strictly Not Suitable for wheelchair users or walkers and those with limited mobility issues.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
