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The Book of Kells was brought to Trinity College for safekeeping in 1654 and now more than half a million visitors queue up to see it annually. The 680-page (340-folio) book was rebound in four calfskin volumes in 1953. There has been a library at Trinity College since its founding in 1592 and the Old Library dates from 1732.
Revenue from ticket sales goes directly towards the conservation of the Book of Kells and the Old Library collection, however it is our goal to offer a memorable and enjoyable visitor experience. You are right about the lighting in the Treasury - since the Book of Kells is 1,200 years old it is extremely light sensitive.
Take a guided tour through the grounds of Trinity College Dublin and discover the hidden gems that make Ireland’s oldest university such a special place. Make the most out of your day in Dublin with a Book of Kells Experience & Trinity Trails bundle. This combined ticket includes a guided campus tour followed by access to the Book of Kells ...
16 de mai. de 2016 · Trinity College’s Library and the Book of Kells were on my must-see list. Definitely book tickets in advance, as they sell out quickly. The Book of Kells exhibit is remarkable, especially in terms of how the book has been preserved for so many years. But the true highlight for me was the long room — an ultimate book lovers’ paradise.
Trinity College’s Library and the Book of Kells were on my must-see list. Definitely book tickets in advance, as they sell out quickly. The Book of Kells exhibit is remarkable, especially in terms of how the book has been preserved for so many years. But the true highlight for me was the long room — an ultimate book lovers’ paradise.
Cover the iconic landmarks such as the Dublin Castle and City Hall, with skip-the-line tickets to the Book of Kells exhibition at the Old Library in Trinity College. Begin your adventure on the bank of River Liffey in the Temple Bar neighborhood, known as Dublin's cultural quarter and nightlife district with the city’s most important cultural institutions and historic pubs.
The Book of Kells and Trinity College Old Library Tour lasts 45 minutes to one hour. The guide will provide commentary, insights, and historical context about the manuscript and its significance. They may also share interesting stories about Trinity College and its library. Best time to visit Book of Kells in Dublin
