St Patrick's Cathedral, Book of Kells and Dublin Castle Tour
Overview
Embark on a privileged journey through Dublin's historic center on this exclusive priority timed access tour. Gain entry to iconic landmarks, including St. Patrick's Cathedral, where you'll have ample space to admire its architectural wonders. Next, you'll enter Trinity College Library to witness the Book of Kells, an illuminated manuscript of unparalleled beauty before visiting Dublin Castle & Gardens.
Packed full of incredible insights and up-close historical visits including a visit to the must-see St Patrick’s Cathedral & Garden Park. Learn about Ireland’s patron saint and his incredible life story while your expert first-class local friendly guide offer a fully guide tour of this Dublin top landmarks.
This tour continues to the Trinity College established in 1592 by Queen Elizabeth 1. Enjoy priority timed access ticket entry to the Book of Kells.
Next, continue this fascinating walking tour to explore the 13th century Dublin Castle and Gardens.
What's Included
- Entry to the Oldest Vaulted Library in Europe - Book of Kells 360 & Long Room reimagined Experience
- Skip-the-Line Guinness Storehouse entrance and a pint of Guinness is included on the Full Day Option
- Skip the Line Entry to St Patrick's Cathedral & Timed Easy Access to Book of Kells
- Exterior tour of the13th Century Dublin Castle
- Optional Upgrade: Add Guinness Storehouse to your experience & see Dublin`s most iconic landmarks
- Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off / Transportation / Food and Drink / Gratitude
- Interior visit to Dublin Castle
- Guinness Storehouse entrance is included for guests, who booked the upgrade option
- Full Day Tour guests will need a single public transportation ticket (Luas)
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Saint Patrick's Cathedral
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Dublin Castle
40 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Molly Malone Statue
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Book of Kells Experience
1 hour 5 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Trinity College Dublin
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travellers with limited mobility
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.
- Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.
- Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps.
- Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Entry to the Oldest Vaulted Library in Europe - Book of Kells 360 & Long Room reimagined Experience.
- Skip-the-Line Guinness Storehouse entrance and a pint of Guinness is included on the Full Day Option.
- Skip the Line Entry to St Patrick's Cathedral & Timed Easy Access to Book of Kells.
- Exterior tour of the13th Century Dublin Castle.
- Optional Upgrade: Add Guinness Storehouse to your experience & see Dublin`s most iconic landmarks.
- Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off / Transportation / Food and Drink / Gratitude.
- Interior visit to Dublin Castle.
- Guinness Storehouse entrance is included for guests, who booked the upgrade option.
- Full Day Tour guests will need a single public transportation ticket (Luas).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 4. 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 St Patrick's Cathedral, Book of Kells and Dublin Castle Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travellers with limited mobility
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for St Patrick’s Cathedral, Book of Kells and Dublin Castle 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 Oldest Vaulted Library in Europe - Book of Kells 360 & Long Room reimagined Experience
- Skip-the-Line Guinness Storehouse entrance and a pint of Guinness is included on the Full Day Option
- Skip the Line Entry to St Patrick's Cathedral & Timed Easy Access to Book of Kells
- Exterior tour of the13th Century Dublin Castle
- Optional Upgrade: Add Guinness Storehouse to your experience & see Dublin`s most iconic landmarks
- Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off / Transportation / Food and Drink / Gratitude
- Interior visit to Dublin Castle
- Guinness Storehouse entrance is included for guests, who booked the upgrade option
- Full Day Tour guests will need a single public transportation ticket (Luas)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travellers with limited mobility
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.
- Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.
- Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps.
- Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
