Dubrovnik: Epic Game of Thrones Tour with Super Saver Option

Dubrovnik’s Old Town became King’s Landing on screen, and this walk takes you to the real streets, harbour and fortress used to create it. The best part is seeing a familiar scene in its actual setting, then comparing it with the version your guide shows you.

I like two things in particular: the guides connect filming details with Dubrovnik’s own story, and the route ends with a chance to sit on an Iron Throne replica. Guides including Alex, Ivo, Davor and Darko have earned praise for mixing facts, humour and personal anecdotes.

The main consideration is the climb. The tour includes about ten flights of stairs, especially around Lovrijenac Fortress, so it is not a good fit if stairs or uneven walking are a problem.

• Blackwater Bay is the first major filming stop: Dubrovnik’s West Harbour served as a setting for the show.
• Lovrijenac Fortress became the Red Keep: Getting there means climbing, but the fortress is a key stop.
• Cersei’s walk of shame comes to life in Old Town: The guide pairs real locations with scenes from the series.
• The guides make the difference: Expect filming anecdotes and local history, with names such as Alex, Ivo, Davor and Darko among the guides.
• The Iron Throne photo is a bonus, not a sure thing: A voucher is included, but the photo opportunity is unavailable in winter and the shop may be closed.

Start at the Pile Gate meeting point

Meet in front of the Dubrovnik Tourist Board at Brsalje 5, beside the Pile bus stop. It is an easy place to find at the edge of the Old Town, and the tour begins with a short walk toward the first filming location.

The experience lasts about two hours and is offered in English. It is a walking tour, not a ride between sets, so you get a close look at the streets and stonework that made Dubrovnik such a useful stand-in for King’s Landing.

The group can include up to 100 people. That is a sizable maximum, so if you prefer a small-group feel, keep the cap in mind. The guide’s use of images from the show helps anchor the stops, even when a scene is hard to recognize at first glance.

West Harbour plays Blackwater Bay

The first main filming stop is Dubrovnik West Harbour, known to Game of Thrones fans as Blackwater Bay. It is a useful opening because the guide can show how the real harbour was framed and changed for the screen.

You are not simply ticking off a location. A good guide makes the comparison: where you are standing, what the production used, and how the finished scene looked. Several guides use images from the series as a visual aid, which helps even if you have not watched the show recently.

This stop also sets the tone for the tour. The production stories are a major part of the appeal, but the place itself matters too. You will see a working piece of Dubrovnik’s setting rather than only a backdrop from a television series.

Climb to Lovrijenac Fortress, the Red Keep

Lovrijenac Fortress is one of the tour’s most memorable stops. In the series, it served as the Red Keep, the seat of power in King’s Landing. The contrast between the real fortress and its screen identity gives the guide plenty to explain about filming and the show’s visual tricks.

The climb is the chief physical challenge. The tour information estimates around ten flights of stairs along the route, and the fortress section is the part that can feel strenuous. If you have mobility issues, or are managing a stroller, this walk is not recommended.

There may be an entrance charge, depending on the option you book. The €15 Lovrijenac admission fee applies only to the Signature Tour. The fort ticket includes a €15 discount on a city wall ticket used within 72 hours; entry is free with a Dubrovnik Pass or a valid city wall ticket. Check the details for your selected option before booking so the cost does not come as a surprise.

The climb can be worth it for the setting and views, but do not treat the fort as a quick photo stop. Wear comfortable shoes, take your time on the stairs, and bring water, especially in hot weather. Dubrovnik has natural spring fountains where you may be able to refill a bottle.

Old Town brings Cersei’s walk into focus

The final part of the walk leads through Old Town, where one of the series’ most important scenes was filmed: Cersei’s walk of shame. This is where a guide’s scene-by-scene explanations can make familiar streets feel newly specific.

You will stop at locations connected with the scene and hear how filming brought them together. A guide may show a still from the show while you stand in the place where it was shot. That comparison is the real value of the tour: you can connect the screen image with the actual street, instead of trying to match scenes on your own.

The route ends at Dubrovnik City Shop, the Iron Throne shop at Boškovićeva 7, near the third entrance to the Old Town. A voucher for a photo on an Iron Throne replica is included, but the photo is not available in winter. The shop can also be closed on a public holiday, so consider the throne photo a welcome extra rather than the main reason to book.

The guide turns locations into stories

The route is straightforward. The quality of the experience depends heavily on how well the guide brings each stop to life. The strongest guides combine Game of Thrones production details with Dubrovnik and Croatian history, and several named guides have drawn particular praise.

Alex is noted for a funny, personable approach and for blending filming background with local history. Ivo is described as making sure everyone is included, while Davor and Darko are associated with humour and detailed stories about the production. Some guides also have first-hand connections to filming, including Davor, who has said he worked as an extra.

You may not know in advance who will lead your departure, so do not book expecting one specific guide. The consistent appeal is the format: walk to a location, hear the local and production context, and use images or anecdotes to connect it to the show.

You do not need to be a devoted fan to enjoy the walk. People who have watched only part of the series can still appreciate the settings and Dubrovnik history. If you have never seen Game of Thrones, the fort, harbour and Old Town remain worth seeing, though the filming references will mean less.

What $26.60 buys you

At about $26.60 per person, this is a reasonably priced way to connect several Old Town locations with the show in a guided two-hour walk. You are paying for the route and the guide’s explanations, not admission to every site or a private tour.

The price is most worthwhile if you want context. You can walk through the Old Town independently, but matching filming spots to scenes and learning production anecdotes takes preparation. A guide with images and local knowledge saves you that work while also giving the stops a wider historical frame.

Do account for the possible fort fee if you choose the Signature Tour and do not already have a Dubrovnik Pass or valid city wall ticket. The tour has a Super Saver option as well, so check which version you are selecting and what it includes. The listed price alone does not tell you whether the Signature Tour’s admission charge applies.

This experience is often booked about 34 days in advance. That is a useful planning clue, not a rule that you must book a month ahead. If the tour is a priority on a short visit, reserving earlier gives you more certainty.

Practical details before you go

The meeting point is the Tourist Board at Brsalje 5, next to the Pile bus stop. The tour ends at the Iron Throne shop in Old Town, so it does not return you to the starting point. Both locations are in Dubrovnik, but note the different addresses when arranging your day.

Wear shoes suited to walking and stairs. Bring water in warm weather, and be realistic about the climb if you have mobility concerns. The tour requires a moderate level of physical fitness and is not recommended for people with mobility issues.

The experience operates in English and uses a mobile ticket. It requires good weather; if poor weather forces a cancellation, you will be offered another date or a full refund. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations inside that window are not accepted for a refund.

Should you book this Dubrovnik walk?

Book it if you are a Game of Thrones fan who wants more than a list of filming locations. The combination of West Harbour, Lovrijenac Fortress and Old Town, plus a guide’s production stories and local context, makes the two-hour route a practical way to see how Dubrovnik became King’s Landing.

It is also a sensible choice if you have only a passing interest in the series but enjoy guided city walks. The setting and historical context still give the tour value. Skip it if you cannot manage a substantial number of stairs, or if you want a quiet, self-paced visit. And treat the Iron Throne photo as a bonus, especially if you are visiting in winter or on a public holiday.

FAQ

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts about two hours.

Where does the tour meet?

It meets in front of the Dubrovnik Tourist Board at Brsalje 5, beside the Pile bus stop.

Where does the tour end?

It ends at Dubrovnik City Shop, the Iron Throne shop at Boškovićeva 7 in Old Town.

Which Game of Thrones locations are included?

The route includes Dubrovnik West Harbour, Lovrijenac Fortress and Old Town. The harbour was used as Blackwater Bay, the fortress as the Red Keep, and Old Town includes a location associated with Cersei’s walk of shame.

Is the Iron Throne photo included?

A voucher for a free photo on an Iron Throne replica is included, but the photo is unavailable in winter. The shop may also be closed on a public holiday.

Is there an entrance fee for Lovrijenac Fortress?

The €15 fee applies only to the Signature Tour. The fort ticket includes a €15 discount on a city wall ticket used within 72 hours. Entry is free with a Dubrovnik Pass or a valid city wall ticket.

How strenuous is the walk?

The route includes about ten flights of stairs. A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended, and the tour is not recommended for people with mobility issues.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes. The tour is offered in English.

Can I cancel for a refund?

You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted for a refund.