Dublin Walking Tour: St Patrick’s, Book of Kells & Castle

3h 30m

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Dublin, Ireland

About this activity

Journey through Dublin’s history with exclusive access to St Patrick’s Cathedral, Book of Kells at Trinity College, and the grounds of Dublin Castle. Expert guided walking tour.

Highlights

Skip the line to St Patrick's Cathedral
View the legendary Book of Kells at Trinity College
Exterior tour of historic Dublin Castle & Gardens
Uncover Irish history with an expert local guide
Upgrade option for Guinness Storehouse visit

Full description

Step into Dublin’s world of legendary tales and cultural treasures on this unmissable walking tour! Enjoy priority access to St. Patrick’s Cathedral—iconic, awe-inspiring, and Ireland’s largest church. Marvel at the radiant artistry of the Book of Kells inside the Oldest Vaulted Library in Europe at Trinity College, skipping the queues with your special timed ticket. Roam the storied grounds of the 13th-century Dublin Castle and lush gardens, as your charismatic local guide brings to life true tales of saints, scholars, and kings. See the best of Dublin in a morning or afternoon—and don’t forget, choose the Guinness Storehouse upgrade to top off your day with a true taste of Ireland! Discover what makes this city unforgettable.

Included / Excluded

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)

Itinerary

Saint Patrick's Cathedral

Enjoy Skip the Line access and avoid the long lines for a fully comprehensive tour of Ireland's most famous Cathedral and Gardens where you will learn about the works of Johnathan Swift, Dean of St. Patrick's Cathedral as well as Bram Stoker, author of Dracula and student of the 16th century Trinity College.

Duration: 1 hour

Dublin Castle

Continue on this fascinating fully guided tour to Dublin Castle. Originally built in the 13th century on a site previously settled by the Vikings it functioned as a military fortress, a prison, treasury, courts of law and the seat of English Administration in Ireland for 700 years. Rebuilt in the 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th centuries, Dublin Castle awaits to enthrall all who enter her gates. On this fully guided exterior tour, see the original 13th century Record & Octagonal Towers, the Upper & Lower State Yards and their architectural highlights. Led by an expert local English-speaking guide who will unveil incredible secrets including tales of intrigue and mystery, this tour is a "must do" for anyone interested in the history of Ireland. Enjoy and added bonus on this magnificent tour of the 13th century Castle to visit the Castle Gardens, which is the very location where the first Vikings landed in Dublin in 795 AD. Today it is a magnificent Celtic inspired landscaped lawn.

Duration: 40 min

Meeting point

Start Location

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Important information

Know before you book

Not recommended for travelers with limited mobility.
Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Wheelchairs or motorized scooters cannot be guaranteed access at all sites.

Know before you go

Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for cobblestone streets.
Bring weather-appropriate clothing, as much of the tour is outdoors.
Allow time for security checks at popular sites.
Public transportation nearby—plan accordingly.
Expect stairs, inclines, and some uneven terrain.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

Easy Public Transport

Additional information

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.