The Book of Kells Tours and Tickets

Q: How much does it cost to visit The Book of Kells in 2026?

Adult tickets for The Book of Kells cost €25.50; students and seniors (60-plus) pay €20; children aged 13–17 cost €19; children aged 6–12 cost €13.50; and children aged 5 or less go free. A family ticket costs €66 and covers two adults and up to two children aged 6–17.

Q: How long does the Book of Kells tour take?

The Book of Kells tour takes about 30 minutes. With the standard tour, visitors get access to both the Book of Kells and Long Room Library at Trinity College. Upgrades are available that include a guided tour of the campus. Prebook tickets for the Book of Kells to ensure entry.

Q: Do I need a reservation to see the Book of Kells?

Yes, a reservation is suggested to see the Book of Kells. Secure your spot by prebooking your Books of Kells ticket and admission to the Long Room Library at Trinity College. Entry is timed, and visitors who arrive without a reservation will be turned away if all slots are sold out.

Q: What is the best time to visit the Book of Kells?

Reservations for the Book of Kells include timed entry, so visitors can choose the date and time of their visit. Because entry is timed, crowding isn't a big problem. Still, the best time to visit the Book of Kells is often the quieter morning hours.

Q: Can you see the Book of Kells without a tour?

Yes, you can see the Books of Kells without a tour, but prebooking is suggested as day-of tickets may be sold out. A reservation provides admission to the exhibit, which visitors explore at their own pace. After viewing the manuscript, visit the Long Room Library at Trinity College.

Q: Can you touch the Book of Kells?

No, it is not possible to touch the Book of Kells. This cultural relic is protected and kept behind glass at Trinity College. Admission includes access to both the Book of Kells exhibit and the Long Room Library. An option with a guided tour of Trinity College is also available.

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Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour

Barbara_D, Jun 2026

An outstanding experience

Sharon was a wonderful guide, with encyclopedic knowledge, not only of the book of Kells, but also Irish history, customs, and the times before Christianity came to the Island. I recommend this tour and this guide without hesitation to anyone interested in Irish history and customs.

Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour

Brett_C, Jun 2026

Fun Tour

We had a great time seeing Trinity College, The Book of Kells and Dublin Castle. Our guide was incredible and fun.

Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour

Michael_A, Jun 2026

Good tour, but not near enough time at the Book of Kells location!

We enjoyed Kate's commentary and sure learned a lot throughout our tour, but our main reason for signing up for this tour was to see the Book of Kells, library and exhibits. We were not given nearly enough time to connect to the accompanying audio, go through the Book of Kells exhibit, Long Hall and listen to the audio at each station. This was a huge disappointment. Wish now we had booked the tickets on our own.

Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour

Rose_O, May 2026

Great comprehensive tour

Very knowledgeable tour guide. Pointed out a lot of interesting sites too bad the library at Book of Kells is undergoing a cleaning that means most books are off the shelves but that is out of anyone’s control.

Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour

Mary_F, Jun 2026

Great tour. Samantha was amazing.

Great tour. Samantha was amazing. She gave us so history and great information about Trinity College, library, Book of Kells, Molly Malone and Dublin Castle but also lots of info about the area; shops, rests and pubs. Feel like we really know a lot more about the city and where we want to shop and eat now.

Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour

James_F, Jun 2026

Great historical background of Dublin

This is an informative tour about the history of the Book of Kell’s, Trinity College, and other historical events that happened in not just Dublin, but Ireland as a whole. It is a heavy walking tour. Make sure you have good walking shoes. Our guide was great and very knowledgeable!

Dublin Book of Kells, Castle and Molly Malone Statue Guided Tour

Nancy_Y, Jun 2026

Lots of History with Excellent Guide

Our guide, Seamus, was very knowledgeable and shared lots of history as we walked from the Book of Kells at Trinity College to the Dublin Castle. He took the time to take photos of anyone in the group who wanted them at each stop. In addition, we were late getting to the tour due to cruise ship tender issues and he was very gracious to accept us into the group once we arrived.

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Know before you go

The Book of Kells is popular, so long lines can form. Buy a ticket with online booking in advance to avoid a wait.
Explore independently or sign up for a guided early-access tour to skip the queue and see the manuscript without the crowds.
The Old Library is wheelchair accessible.

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