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Tatty ARTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Very interesting!+4Posted on Google![]()
Carme EscamillaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
100% recommendable visit! Very interesting exhibition! The library is spectacular!
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Carlos SpechtTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
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Dean MormanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
This was a great experience to see the work that went into creating the book and preserving it through the ages. The library in Trinity College was worth the tour. It was an awesome place to visit. I recommend it to anyone who come to Dublin.+1Posted on Google![]()
Alan DTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Brilliant tour guide and a exceptional self guided experience within the red building too. Sad to hear that the library is closing in 2027 for 9 years for renovations?! So - go now while you can!+3Posted on Google![]()
U. M.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
The Book of Kells is certainly interesting for anyone who is interested, but The Old Library is of course the real highlight.
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Shetravels95Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
There’s a reason why this is a must do when you’re in Dublin. The old library is stunning and we did get to see some books back on the shelf, which was great, but I was surprised by how much I liked the visual effects that they have throughout the rest of the exhibit is definitely worth exploring and taking time out of your trip to enjoy this+3Posted on Google![]()
Bradlaugh HigginbottomTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
The Book of Kels is located on the Trinity College Dublin campus and is an amazing collection of Christian books and paintings. Advance tickets are recommended although they will let you in early. This is an important and inspiring collection, highly recommend to everyone.Posted on Google![]()
Stephen ColemanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
The experience was excellent, and the audio tours were of a fantastic quality. Incredible bit of history to have.Posted on Google![]()
Martin VolkTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Very kellsy!Posted on Google![]()
Pamela M.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
What a phenomenal place to visit. I enjoyed walking through the journey and taking in the smell of the old books. You are allowed to take pictures of all things, except the book itself - understandably.+5Posted on Google![]()
s8 he950Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
A really great tour, even though the main hall had hardly any books left due to the upcoming renovation. It's definitely worth a visit.
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DY LeungTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
This is an unique experience to learn about the Book of Kells, its history, the significance and the making of the book in details which led to the actual viewing of the actual book. Trinity College did a great job in creating this experience. They also added the other experience like the Long Room, 3D CGI presentations - to add to this must see location when one is visiting Dublin, Ireland. The college campus itself was worth visiting also.+2Posted on Google![]()
Yoshie MatsuoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We made a reservation to visit the Book of Kells as the highlight of our one-day Dublin tour. The exhibit allows you to learn step by step about the process of creating the Book of Kells, and you can learn who made it, what materials they used, and how long it took them to create it. As we viewed the exhibit, we reflected on how difficult it must have been to create this textbook at that time, and the skill and effort required to create something so decorative. The old library had its bookshelves removed in preparation for renovations, but perhaps we were lucky to see it at such a rare time. The Red Pavilion had a digitized exhibit that was even more visually appealing and impressive, but personally, I was still moved by the beauty of the Book of Kells, which was carefully and meticulously made by hand. It is a popular spot in Dublin, so reservations are essential even on weekdays. It was also great that audio guides in various languages were available.+9
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Luc BassetteTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
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patrick bradyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
AmazingPosted on Google![]()
Eddie McGeeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
A brilliant tour. Take it all in at your own pace. Sit in the library,relax and gaze at your surroundings.Posted on Google![]()
Jan-Paul van AtteveldTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
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LouiseTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Stunning! But the price is a bit expensive!+1Posted on Google![]()
Avantika SarkarTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Absolutely marvellous! We booked the guided tour of Book of Kells and the college (tour with a student guide) and it was a fantastic experience! We would strongly recommend going for the tour with a guide, as the guides share some interesting facts and information about the college. We thoroughly enjoyed it and the tour is about an hour long. We were then led to follow the book of kells library, and this was without the guide. It is breathtaking inside, especially the long room! So beautiful that you’ll want to just marvel at all the incredible pieces that are kept there! Very well-maintained! We bought tickets directly on the website and we purchased them a few days in advance! Do not miss this amazing attraction in Dublin. It is definitely a MUST-SEE place!+15Posted on Google![]()
DaphneTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Visited around the closing time on a weekday, so not many people here which makes the experience even better 📖📚 I had time to check everything in detail+2Posted on Google![]()
David O BrienTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Superb location and value for those exploring Dublin City during the summer break before the students are back. Located only minutes walk from all major attractions in Dublin City Centre as well as buses, trains, light rail, etc. Staffed 24/7.+1Posted on Google![]()
Per CaesiusTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Great exhibition. Great history. Very informative.Posted on Google![]()
martinaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Go now because soon it will be closed for 30 months they say due to renovations.+0Posted on Google![]()
Valerie DTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
A must if you are visiting Dublin.+1Posted on Google![]()
lelia aldreyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
The Book of Kells is a wonderful experience. It's breathtaking to enter that corridor and see so much history. Many books have been removed due to renovations, but the immersive tour is well worth it. You download the app and listen online in your preferred language. From the beginning, they explain the history of this exquisite book, which brings together the four Gospels and creates an impressive syncretism with Celtic and Norse pagan art. The book is kept in a temperature-, humidity-, and light-controlled chamber, and its pages are turned every few days.+35
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Ketty BusattaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
A must-see at least once in your life. Even though the Long Room is half empty—in the sense that it's not filled with books—due to extraordinary cleaning and maintenance work, the atmosphere is magical.+2
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Heather RieberTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We bought tickets just a few hours before we visited, so only the Book of Kells Experience tickets were left, which we went ahead and bought just to see the Long Room library. The Book of Kells Experience was very well done for anyone interested in that. The Long Room was very cool. There were hardly any books in it when we visited since they are going through a large restoration project, but it was still cool seeing the library. I don’t understand all of the 1-star reviews just because people happened to visit during the restoration.+11Posted on Google![]()
Rich NuzioTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
It was a very interesting visit. Liked the main building the red building is a possible skip, if you're short on time.Posted on Google![]()
Stan TurnerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Wow. Well worth the visit. They will be closing the library for 5 yearsPosted on Google![]()
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