Ireland's oldest university (1592) and home of the Book of Kells — a 9th-century illuminated gospel of extraordinary beauty. The Long Room (200,000 ancient books under a barrel-vaulted ceiling) is a beautiful rooms in the world.
Why It’s Worth Your Time
Trinity College was founded by Elizabeth I in 1592. The Long Room — a 65-meter barrel-vaulted hall of 200,000 ancient books, including Brian Boru's harp — is a beautiful rooms in the world. The Book of Kells, a 9th-century illuminated gospel, is displayed in the Treasury below. Book online in advance.
What Stands Out
- Book of Kells — 9th-century illuminated gospel manuscript
- The Long Room — one of the world’s most beautiful library halls
- Brian Boru’s harp
- Founded in 1592
- Book tickets online to skip queues