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The Book of Kells

Discover Ireland’s greatest cultural treasure. Kindly note there are currently no books on the shelves in the Long Room as part of a historic conservation project.

Tickets

Gaia installation in the old library building

Book of Kells
& Old Library

From €19
This ticket gives you admission to Gaia, the Book of Kells and Old Library.
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Book of Kells
& Trinity Trails

From €29
A 45 min guided tour of Trinity campus followed by entry to the Book of Kells and Old Library & Gaia.

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Trinity Trails

From €16 • 45 mins
A guided tour of Trinity campus (*Does not include entry to the Book of Kells).
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Pages on display

The Book is displayed in a carefully controlled environment and its pages are turned approximately every 8 weeks. Learn more about the gospel opening that will be on display during your visit.
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Gaia in the Old Library

Experience Gaia, a large scale touring artwork by Luke Jerram. The spectacular illuminated sculpture of Earth is now on display in the Book of Kells & Old Library.
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book of kells immersive experience

The Book of Kells Experience

Experience Ireland’s greatest cultural treasure like never before. A new world-class immersive exhibition that will digitally transport you into the illuminated pages of the 9th century manuscript.
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book of kells immersive experience
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Conserving the Old Library
for future generations

A once in a lifetime event is taking place in the Old Library and 200,000 books are now removed from the Long Room library chamber.

This historic moment is taking place as part of the Old Library Redevelopment project.
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Funding The Future

Proceeds from your visit are invested back into Trinity College Dublin.

Every visit counts. Revenue from your visit is invested back into Trinity College Dublin to support the academic mission of the University and fund development projects and conservation programmes.

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Book of Kells Opening Hours

April – September

Monday – Saturday 8:30 – 18.30
Sunday 9:30 – 17:00

October – March

Monday – Saturday 9:30 – 17.00
Sunday 12:00 – 16:30

Video Gallery

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Extraordinary journeys of the Book of Kells

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Blue pigments in The Book of Kells

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The Old Library Redevelopment Project

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Susie Bioletti on decanting of the Old Library

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Unforgettable Experiences

Private Hires

Host your event in the breath-taking Long Room, one of the world’s most beautiful libraries. Perfect for evening receptions, every corner of the 65 metre long, vaulted library chamber is steeped in heritage.

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Timeless Gifts

Shop

A unique range of Irish designed gifts and accessories inspired by the Book of Kells and Trinity’s 18th century Old Library. Revenue from sales directly supports the preservation of the Book of Kells and the Old Library’s precious collections.

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Bestsellers

Explore the best-loved gifts in our collection
CarveOn Leather A4 Notebook + Pen Brown

CarveOn Leather A4 Notebook + Pen Brown

€155.00

Trinity College Dublin Coasters Set of 4 Brown

Trinity College Dublin Coasters Set of 4 Brown

€19.95

Trinity College Dublin Cobblestone Square Decanter with Stopper

Trinity College Dublin Cobblestone Square Decanter with Stopper

€229.99

Long Room of the Old Library Avoca Blanket

Long Room of the Old Library Avoca Blanket

€94.94

The Long Room Collection

The Long Room Collection

€124.96

See what else you can do at Trinity

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Trinity Trails
Explore Trinity’s 47-acre historic campus, with our guided walking tours.
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Meetings & Events
Host receptions and conferences in the heart of Ireland’s oldest university.
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Stay at Trinity
Stay at Trinity’s historic campus throughout the Summer months.
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Places to eat
Enjoy locally roasted coffee, lunchtime bites or fine dining experiences.