Legendary Game of Thrones & Lokrum Island Tour

Lovrijenac Fortress gives you the Red Keep, a high perch above Dubrovnik, and a view that makes the climb feel worthwhile. From there, the tour threads through Old Town filming spots before ending on Lokrum Island, where you can take a seat on the Iron Throne.

I like two things in particular: the guide uses scenes from the show to connect familiar moments with real places, and the tour adds Dubrovnik’s local history rather than treating the city as just a set. One practical caution: the fort climb involves many stairs, and the fort and Lokrum boat tickets are extra.

Key points to know

• The Red Keep is Lovrijenac Fortress: Expect a substantial stair climb and a separate 15 EUR entry fee per person.
• King’s Landing is Dubrovnik’s Old Town: Your guide points out filming locations and matches them with scenes from the show.
• Lokrum brings the Iron Throne photo: The return boat ticket costs 30 EUR per person, and seats are first come, first served.
• Guides bring more than show trivia: Femi, Marko, Roko, Darko, Sonja, and Michaela are among the guides named by visitors. Some guides have worked as extras on the show.
• Plan for a three-hour walking tour: It starts at 9:30 a.m. and finishes on Lokrum, where you can stay longer if you wish.
• The group can have up to 30 people: It is a shared tour, not a private guide experience.

From the Amerling Fountain to King’s Landing

Meet at Experience Dubrovnik & Dubrovnik Tours, Brsalje 2, beside the Amerling Fountain and close to Dubravka gift shop. The group gathers there before setting off on foot. It is a central meeting point, so you can begin without arranging a hotel pickup, which is not included.

The opening stop is brief, about 10 minutes, but it sets the practical tone: meet your guide, get oriented, and start walking. The tour is offered in English, and the group can include up to 30 people. That is large enough to meet fellow fans, though it may feel less intimate than a small-group walk.

The show is the hook, but the best guides use it as a way into the city. Femi, for example, is local and has worked as an extra on Game of Thrones. Roko, Darko, Marko, Sonja, and Michaela are among the other guides named by people who have taken the tour. A specific guide is not guaranteed, but the descriptions of these guides point to the kind of balance to hope for: filming detail, humor, and Dubrovnik stories alongside the show’s plot.

I would come ready to walk and listen, not just collect photo stops. The Old Town streets and fortress are more meaningful when your guide explains what was changed for filming and what belongs to the real city. Guides have used photos of scenes to help make those differences clear.

Climbing Lovrijenac, the Red Keep

Lovrijenac Fortress is one of the tour’s main draws. Before you climb, the guide shows you scenes filmed near the fort’s foot. Then comes the ascent to the fortress, known to Game of Thrones fans as the Red Keep. From above, Dubrovnik’s rooftops and the old city fill the view, making this a prime spot for photographs.

Allow about 30 minutes for the stop, including the climb. The pace is described as relaxed, and you can tell the guide if you cannot make it to the top. Still, relaxed does not mean stair-free. One person in a party reported counting more than 180 steps, and the tour’s physical-fitness guidance is moderate. If stairs are a concern for you or anyone in your group, ask about the climb before booking rather than finding out at the fortress.

There is also an extra cost: entry to the fort is 15 EUR per person. This matters when comparing the headline price with the full outing. You get a guided walk and filming context for the tour price, but you need to budget separately for this landmark.

For many fans, the climb earns its place in the schedule. The view ties the fictional Red Keep to the real Dubrovnik below, while the scene comparisons help you spot how a familiar screen setting was created. If you are mainly interested in the show, this is likely one of the most satisfying stops. If you prefer a level walk, it may be the hardest part.

Finding King’s Landing in Old Town

After the fortress, the tour spends about 45 minutes in Dubrovnik’s Old Town, which served as King’s Landing. Here, the appeal is less about one big landmark and more about seeing how filming locations sit within a working historic city. Your guide points out streets and sites used for scenes, with show images helping connect the location to what appeared on screen.

Fans will recognize moments such as the Walk of Shame and the place where Joffrey met his end. The famous Shame stairs are a particular talking point. For someone who knows the series well, seeing these places in their everyday setting is part of the fun. For someone who has only watched alongside a fan, the guide’s explanations can make the stops easy to follow.

I like that the walk also leaves room for Dubrovnik itself. Guides have shared local stories and the city’s history, as well as how residents responded to the show being filmed there. That extra context gives the tour more value than a checklist of television locations. You get a clearer sense of why the city works on screen, while also seeing it as a place beyond the production.

Keep in mind that this is a walking tour through an old city, not a ride between locations. Expect to spend the time on your feet and follow the group through streets and stairs. The route’s exact pace can vary, but the tour description emphasizes a relaxed approach. If you have limits on walking or steps, tell the guide early so they can help you understand your options.

Crossing to Lokrum and the Iron Throne

The final scheduled stop is Lokrum Island, about 45 minutes at the botanical gardens and Visitor Center. In the show, Lokrum represented the city of Qarth. The Visitor Center is home to the Iron Throne, giving you the tour’s most direct photo opportunity: sit on the throne and bring home a picture from the fictional world.

The boat ride and island add-ons make this tour feel like more than a city walk, but they also change the budget. The return ticket to Lokrum costs 30 EUR per person and is not included. Combined with the 15 EUR fortress entry, that is 45 EUR in additional listed costs per person, before any food or drinks. At 42.33 USD for the tour itself, those extras are worth factoring in when you decide if the package is right for you.

Boat seats are not numbered or assigned in advance, so boarding is first come, first served. The island segment can also be affected by conditions or boat availability. In some cases, people have had to continue to Lokrum on their own or found that the planned island portion could not go ahead. Check with the guide about the boat plan before you set off, especially if reaching the Iron Throne is a priority.

If the crossing goes ahead, you do not have to leave when the guided portion ends. You can stay on Lokrum as long as you like, with a swim as an option if you bring your swimsuit. There are two restaurants and a snack bar on the island. Check the last boat departure before settling in, though: there are no overnight stays on Lokrum.

What the price includes, and what it does not

The tour costs $42.33 per person and includes a local professional guide and local taxes. For a fan, the value is in having someone connect the filming sites to scenes, share behind-the-scenes stories, and add local history as you walk. The group format also brings other fans together, which can make the show references more fun to trade.

The price does not include the Red Keep entry ticket, the return boat ticket to Lokrum, food, drinks, lunch, or hotel pickup and drop-off. The fort and boat tickets add up to 45 EUR per person, so the true cost is notably higher than the advertised tour price. That is not necessarily poor value: the guided city walk and island visit cover different sides of the experience. But it is best to compare the total, not just the starting price.

At around three hours, the tour is a compact way to cover several filming locations, a fortress, and an island stop. The listed stop times add up to about two hours and 10 minutes, leaving time for walking between places and the boat portion. The day’s pace and how much time you spend on Lokrum may depend on the boat arrangements.

The tour starts at 9:30 a.m. and ends at the Lokrum Visitor Center. If you are planning other activities that day, remember that you may choose to stay on the island after the guided portion. The tour has a mobile ticket, confirmation is provided at booking, and free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time. Poor weather or a minimum group-size issue can lead to a change of date or a refund.

Who will enjoy this Dubrovnik tour?

This is an easy choice for Game of Thrones fans who want to see filming locations rather than simply hear about them. The guide’s scene images, filming anecdotes, and show knowledge help make the settings click. It also suits families with a fan in the group, since the show stories are paired with local history and a varied route.

You do not need to be a superfan to get something from it. The city walk and fortress views can be worthwhile on their own, especially if you like learning how a real place becomes a screen setting. But if the show means little to you, the tour’s main theme may feel narrower than a general Dubrovnik history walk.

Think carefully if stairs or extended walking are difficult. The climb at Lovrijenac is significant, and the rest of the tour also involves walking. You can tell the guide if you cannot reach the top, but the group’s planned route includes the fort. The island crossing adds another practical variable, so anyone with a tight schedule should be comfortable with some uncertainty.

Should you book it?

Book this if the Red Keep, King’s Landing, and the Iron Throne are on your Dubrovnik wish list, and you are ready to pay the extra entrance and boat costs. The strongest reason to go is the combination of scene-by-scene storytelling, local history, the fortress view, and the optional time on Lokrum.

Skip it, or choose a more general city walk, if stairs are a problem, you do not care much about the show, or you need a fixed end time. Before booking, make sure the full extra cost works for you and ask about the Lokrum boat plan. Bring a swimsuit if you hope to swim, and check the last boat back before you stay on the island.

FAQ

Where does the tour start?

It starts at Experience Dubrovnik & Dubrovnik Tours, Brsalje ul. 2, beside the Amerling Fountain and close to Dubravka gift shop.

What time does the tour begin?

The scheduled start time is 9:30 a.m.

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts about three hours. You can stay on Lokrum after the guided portion, but check the last boat departure.

Are the fortress and Lokrum tickets included?

No. Lovrijenac Fortress entry costs 15 EUR per person, and the return boat ticket to Lokrum costs 30 EUR per person.

How much climbing should I expect at Lovrijenac Fortress?

The fort requires a substantial climb. One party described more than 180 stairs, and the tour advises a moderate level of physical fitness. Tell the guide if you cannot climb to the top.

Is the tour offered in English, and how large can the group be?

The tour is offered in English and can have a maximum of 30 people.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

If poor weather cancels the experience, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.