# A History of Ireland Tour in 2.5 Hours and Book of Kells

> Summary Discover the complete story of Ireland on this fully guided 2.5-hour walking tour designed to give visitors a clear, engaging, and chronological understanding of Irish history. Led by an...

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- Published: 2026-10-24
- Updated: 2026-10-24
- Author: Dermot

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**Operator:** Letz Go City Tours EU
**Area:** Dublin 8
**Prices:** Adult €88, Child €83

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## About this tour

### Summary

Discover the complete story of Ireland on this fully guided 2.5-hour walking tour designed to give visitors a clear, engaging, and chronological understanding of Irish history. Led by an expert local guide, this immersive experience traces Ireland’s journey from ancient Celtic society and early Christianity through Viking and Anglo-Norman Dublin, British rule, revolution, and the modern Irish state.

Duration: 2.5 hours

***Tour Highlights – what we offer you on this tour***

- Ancient Ireland, early Christianity, and Celtic traditions explained clearly
- British rule, famine, rebellion, and revolution, Easter Rising explained at the iconic GPO
- Expert local guide bringing Irish history to life through storytelling

***Inclusions***

- Comprehensive overview of Irish history from ancient to modern time.
- National Museum of Ireland
- Guaranteed Timed Entry to Book of Kells

***Exclusions***

- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
- Transportation
- No Food or Drink
- Guide Gratuity
- Entry Tickets to Dublin Castle

## Meeting point

St. Patrick’s Park, St. Patrick’s Park, Bull Alley St, Wood Quay. **MEETING TIME:** 15 minutes before the scheduled start time
 **MEETING PLACE:** St. Patrick’s Park, Bull Alley St, Wood Quay, Dublin
 **MEETING POINT:** Meet your guide at the fountain in the middle of St. Patrick's Park

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