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The Book of Kells

Visit the Book of Kells, Ireland’s greatest cultural treasure, and marvel at the Long Room, one of the world’s most beautiful libraries.

Tickets

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Book of Kells Tickets

From €18.50 • 30 mins
This ticket gives you admission to the Book of Kells and Old Library.
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Book of Kells
& Campus Tour

From €25 • 75 mins
Includes a guided campus tour followed by entry to the Book of Kells and Old Library.

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Trinity Campus Tour

From €15 • 45 mins
Guided walking tour of Trinity campus (*Does not include entry to the Book of Kells).
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Conservation

Conserving the Old Library for future generations

The Old Library’s precious collections, spanning millennia, have been in our care for over 400 years. The Library now faces conservation challenges with pollution and dust accumulation taking their toll, and an urgent need to improve fire protection and environmental controls.

Book of Kells Opening Hours

April – September

Monday – Saturday 8:30 – 17.00
Sunday 9:30 – 17:00

October – March

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

Video Gallery

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Top 10 most asked questions about the Book of Kells & Old Library

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Extraordinary journeys of the Book of Kells

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The Long Room as a working library

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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.

Bestsellers

Explore the best-loved gifts in our collection
Book Of Kells Five Year Journal

Book Of Kells Five Year Journal

€13.95

Trinity College Dublin Exam Hall Avoca Throw - Large Grey

Trinity College Dublin Exam Hall Avoca Throw – Large Grey

€164.99

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

Trinity College Dublin 1592 Full Zip Jacket Navy

Trinity College Dublin 1592 Full Zip Jacket Navy

€44.99

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.