A 10th-century round tower, three surviving high crosses in the old churchyard, the vallum of St Colmcille's monastic enclosure, the Market Cross that once stood outside the courthouse, and St Columba's House, a rare surviving early oratory — 5 stops through the monastic town linked to the Book of Kells. Looking for things to do in Kells? Start here — no car, no ticket, no booking.
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Stops on This Trail
Kells Round Tower
Kells High Crosses
St Columba's House
St Colmcille's Monastic Enclosure
Kells Market Cross
For Schools
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