Kells
Ireland · LeinsterIE
Former monastery in County Meath, Ireland
The Abbey of Kells or Kells Priory is a former monastery in Kells, County Meath, Ireland, 59 kilometres (37 mi) north-west of Dublin. It was founded in the early 9th century, and the Book of Kells was kept there during the later medieval and early modern periods before finally leaving the abbey in the 1650s. Much of the Book of Kells may have been created there, but historians cannot be certain of the exact date and circumstances of its creation.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Coordinates
- 53.726, -6.879
- Timezone
- Europe/Dublin
- Elevation
- 66 m
Overview of Kells
Kells belongs to Leinster, Ireland and has the feel of a place. What stands out most: nature, culture and nightlife. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Kells
Nature in Kells
(12)Kells records Countryside, Forest, Gardens, Geological Formations and Lakes under nature. All of it is drawn from Kells's recorded activities. That is 12 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Culture in Kells
(11)Looking for culture? Kells has Architectural Buildings, Cathedrals, Churches, Docks and Fountains. The full list runs to 11 activities. Straight from the activity profile stored for Kells.
Nightlife in Kells
(3)Our data lists Events, Music and Wine Bars as nightlife options here. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Kells.
Sports in Kells
(2)The sports shortlist for Kells: Golf and Running. All of it is drawn from Kells's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Shopping in Kells
(1)Under shopping, Kells is tagged with Food. Plan them together and you have a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Kells.
Wellness in Kells
(1)Kells records Ranches under wellness. Everything listed here comes from what Kells is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
More to do in Kells
(2)Kells records Fishing and Secret under other activities. All of it is drawn from Kells's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Best time to visit Kells
Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Kells is small, so plan to arrive via the nearest hub in Leinster and continue by car or bike. Time zone: Europe/Dublin.
Similar destinations
Places near Kells that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kells known for?
- Kells, in Leinster, Ireland, is best known for nature, culture and nightlife. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here.
- What can you do in Kells?
- Recorded activities in Kells include Countryside, Forest, Gardens, Geological Formations and Lakes. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Kells?
- Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is Kells located?
- Kells is located in Leinster, Ireland. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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