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Trinity College Dublin, Dublin

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To soak up the academic atmosphere of a historical university, take a student-guided tour of Trinity College Dublin. Established by Queen Elizabeth I over four centuries ago, this college is one of the country's major architectural landmarks, its campus boasting numerous well-maintained Georgian and Victorian buildings. The college library holds 250,000 rare volumes, most notably the "Book of Kells," a lavishly decorated sacred text created around the year 800. End your day with a visit to the science gallery, featuring engaging exhibits about the relationship between art and science. Check online for available tour dates and times, and remember to pick up your library tickets at the university's front gate. Using our world travel planner, Dublin attractions like Trinity College Dublin can form part of a personalized travel itinerary.

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• By Rhi_Rhi_Travel

  A truly beautiful campus full of incredible architecture and of course the book of Kells. Definitely recommend visiting  more »

• By RebeccahShiloh

  Firstly, a student-led tour is highly recommended! Our guide, Michael, was extremely knowledgeable and witty and made a chilly outside tour very entertaining. He was very open to all questions and hav...  more »

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• By jack bowden

  Love this tour for so many reasons. The young lady who led the tour was very knowledgeable and really nice. She had us laughing and learning all at once. Definitely worth it. I would do it again

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• By Andrew Elegante

  Lovely place to walk and observe/explore history. I did not go into the library because there was quite a wait but obviously it's a popular thing to do and probably well worth it. Highly recommend exploring all the little nooks and crannies to find ivy covered buildings off the beaten path. Can't beat the price for a quick walk about either (free!) Highly recommended!

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