Trinity College Library

Library Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
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What to expect

The Trinity College Library is a historic library located in Dublin, Ireland. It is the largest library in Ireland and serves Trinity College. The library is home to many rare and ancient texts, including the Book of Kells, the Book of Durrow, and the Garland of Howth. The Old Library building, which dates back to 1712, is one of Ireland's biggest tourist attractions and features the Long Room, a magnificent room housing 200,000 of the Library's oldest books in its oak bookcases. Visitors can view the Book of Kells and other related manuscripts in the Treasury, and exhibitions are held in the Long Room to display the rich holdings of the Library. The library also offers digital collections, including high-resolution images of the Book of Kells

Plan your family visit to the Trinity College Library with these blog insights 👇

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Family trip to Ireland: complete file

Family trip to Ireland: complete file
This family's experience:

Activities: We toured the Old Library of Trinity College, which houses the famous Book of Kells. It's a must-see, but be sure to book your tickets in advance, especially during school holidays

Highlights: The kids were amazed by the Book of Kells and the beautiful architecture of the library. It was a truly special experience ✨

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24 Fun Things to do in Dublin With Kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Old Library at Trinity College University to see the Book of Kells and The Long Room

Highlights: The kids enjoyed exploring and wandering around the room at their leisure ✨