Trinity Trails Walking Tour
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Trinity Trails
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Explore centuries of history, literature, and science. Step through
our historic gates and discover the hidden stories of Ireland’s oldest university, led by the students and alumni who know it best.
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The Campanile
Sitting at the centre of Front Square, the Campanile is a focal point of academic life at Trinity. With its graceful arches and intricate stonework, it’s not only one of the university’s most photographed landmarks, but also one of its most enduring symbols.
Trinity Chapel & Exam Hall
Facing each other in perfect symmetry, the Chapel and Exam Hall are twin Georgian landmarks. One was built for quiet reflection, the other for exams – together, they’ve shaped some of the most memorable moments in Trinity’s history.
Trinity Dining Hall
Trinity’s Dining Hall has hosted scholars for over 300 years. Still in use today, it’s a place of tradition, ceremony, and more than a few surprising stories you’ll hear along the way.
The Graduate Memorial Building
Gothic and full of character, the Graduate Memorial Building is home to some of the world’s oldest student societies. Inside, generations of students – including Oscar Wilde, Bram Stoker and Mary Robinson have debated big ideas, shared bold opinions, and shaped the world beyond its walls.
The Rubrics
Tucked along the edge of Front Square, the Rubrics is Trinity’s oldest surviving building.
Its distinctive red-brick walls have housed generations of students and academics, and carry the quiet weight of history, myth, and memory.
Its distinctive red-brick walls have housed generations of students and academics, and carry the quiet weight of history, myth, and memory.
What to expect on the Trinity Trails walking tour
Trinity Trails is a 45 minute guided outdoor walking tour of the Trinity campus grounds. The tour is led by expert Trinity student and alumni tour guides.
It is light, engaging, highlights history, architecture, Trinity’s famous alumni and touches on student life.
Consistently rated among the best walking tours in Dublin on TripAdvisor, our guides are known for their warmth, insights, and engaging storytelling.
The Trinity Trails tour does not include access to the Old Library and Book of Kells.
For the best value, bundle your English language tour with Trinity Trails ticket with the Book of Kells Experience and enjoy both at a discounted rate.
The tour takes a loop of Trinity campus in approximately 45 minutes.
The Trinity Trails tour stops outside a number of historic buildings within the Trinity College Dublin campus including the Graduate Memorial Building and the Museum Building.
The outdoor walking tour starts in Trinity’s iconic Front Square and from there it takes a guided loop through the university grounds.
The Trinity Trails tour ends outside the Eavan Boland Library.
Please note: Entry to the Book of Kells and Old Library is not included in the regular Trinity Trails tour. However, visitors can choose a combined ticket that includes both the English language walking tour and the Book of Kells Experience at a reduced rate.
The Trinity Trails tour is fully guided and led by a Trinity student or graduate. Group sizes are a maximum of 25 participants, giving you the chance to chat with your guide and ask questions throughout the tour.
Guides are knowledgeable about the university’s 400 year history and famous past students, and are happy to share insights along the way.
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