Dubrovnik: Game of Thrones Complete Tour

Dubrovnik plays King’s Landing so convincingly that it is easy to see why the show returned to its streets and forts. This tour pairs the familiar filming spots with a guide who worked on set, then heads beyond the Old Town for the Red Keep gardens at Trsteno and views from Srđ hill.

I like two things in particular: the guides connect production stories with Dubrovnik’s past, and the afternoon drive reaches locations that would take extra planning to visit on your own. There is also time to recreate the walk of shame and sit on an Iron Throne.

One caveat: the advertised five-hour duration does not match the published schedule, which starts at 10 AM, includes a 2.5-hour lunch break, and resumes at 2:30 PM for a three-hour drive. Check the timing before booking, and plan for a long day.

• Set stories from a guide who worked on the show add production detail to the Old Town walk.
• Lovrijenac Fort gives you a view over the city and the bay used as Blackwater Bay.
• Trsteno Arboretum brings you to the gardens used as the Red Keep gardens.
• Srđ hill provides the wide view of Dubrovnik associated with the King’s Road scenes.
• A split schedule means you should plan your lunch and afternoon around two separate tour sessions.
• Entry fees are extra for Lovrijenac Fort and Trsteno, unless your city wall ticket or Dubrovnik Card covers the fort.

King’s Landing Begins in Dubrovnik’s Old Town

The meeting point is the Amerling Fountain on Brsalje Street, where the guide carries a Targaryen banner. From there, the walking portion threads through Dubrovnik’s Old Town and its Game of Thrones locations. This is the part for close-up details: streets and waterfront spots that appear on screen, plus the stories that explain how filming worked in the city.

A guide with set experience can give you more than a list of scenes. The tour description points to an introduction about filming in different countries and the practical problems of working with extras across those productions. Guides such as Katja have also shared stories about cast members and production, while linking the screen locations to Dubrovnik’s own history.

That mix is the tour’s chief strength. If you have watched the series, the locations give you a satisfying way to match scenes to real places. If you have not, the city’s architecture and local history still provide a reason to pay attention. Some people who joined with little or no knowledge of the show found the history and storytelling rewarding in their own right.

The walk also includes the bay associated with Blackwater Bay and the old port used as King’s Landing’s port. These stops help place the show’s action in the city rather than treating every stone wall as a photo prop. You’ll hear about the Republic of Dubrovnik as well, an important counterweight to a tour that could otherwise become a procession of television references.

The group is described in several accounts as small and personal. That can make it easier to ask questions and hear a guide without whisper audio devices. It also means the experience relies on the guide’s style and the group’s pace. If you enjoy a conversational tour, that format is a plus; if you prefer a headset and a more formal lecture, it may feel less structured.

Lovrijenac Fort and the View Across the Bay

The route heads toward Lovrijenac Fort, also called the Fort of St. Lawrence, which served as a filming location and offers a memorable angle on the Old Town and the sea. From here, the guide can point out the city walls, Lokrum Island, and the bay below. The view gives the show’s imagined geography a real-world setting.

The fort is not included in the tour price. Entry is listed at 15 euros, but admission is free if you have a Dubrovnik city wall ticket or Dubrovnik Card. If either is already part of your plans, check whether it covers your visit before paying at the entrance. The activity description says skip the ticket line, but that does not mean the admission fee is included.

This stop is a good example of how the tour serves two kinds of interest. Fans can connect the fort with the series, while anyone can appreciate its position above the water and the city. The trade-off is another paid entry if you do not already hold the relevant pass.

The route also points out the place associated with the Purple Wedding and shares facts about Joffrey as a real-life character. These details are best enjoyed as brief scene-setting, not as a substitute for the fort’s history or the wider story of Dubrovnik. A good guide will keep both threads moving.

Walk of Shame, Iron Throne, and a Short Pause

A playful high point is the chance to recreate the walk of shame with the guide’s help. You can make a video or take photos, and the guide explains what the scene’s walk was meant to look like. It is an amusing way to turn a famous sequence into a personal souvenir, though it may not be everyone’s cup of tea.

The tour also includes a photo on an Iron Throne. That is a fun fan moment, especially if you are not visiting Lokrum Island. One important distinction: this tour does not include a visit to Lokrum, even though the island is visible from the city and may be mentioned during the walk.

A short break of about ten minutes is built into the Old Town portion. Later, you have a much longer lunch interval before the car tour begins. Bring a reusable water bottle, as recommended, and use the longer pause to eat and rest. The walking section includes historic streets and fort locations, and the afternoon drive follows a separate schedule.

Trsteno Arboretum, the Red Keep Gardens

After lunch, the tour continues by car to Trsteno Arboretum, the botanical garden used as the Red Keep gardens. The setting offers a welcome change from the stone lanes of the Old Town: paths through an old Renaissance garden, mature trees, and plantings that help explain why it worked so well on screen.

This is not simply a quick photo stop. The garden has its own historical and botanical interest, and guides have shared details about its plants and trees as well as its role in the series. That extra context is particularly useful if you are not a devoted fan. You can enjoy the place as a garden first and a filming location second.

Admission is listed at 10 euros and is not included. Add that to the tour cost when comparing options. The drive is valuable because Trsteno lies outside central Dubrovnik, and arranging transport yourself would take time and planning. Round-trip transport from the Old Town to the arboretum and two additional locations is included.

The tour information calls this a three-hour car journey, but the schedule describes a three-hour afternoon segment, including the stops. Treat that as the allocated afternoon block rather than assuming you will spend three hours driving. The exact time at each location is not specified, so check current details if you need to coordinate a meal, cruise departure, or other fixed plan.

Srđ Hill and the King’s Road View

The drive also goes up Srđ hill, where scenes associated with the King’s Road were filmed. The main draw is the sweeping view back toward Dubrovnik, its walls, and the sea. It is the sort of panorama that helps you understand the city’s setting in one glance, and it gives you a different scale from the close, street-level Old Town walk.

This stop adds practical value as well as a show connection. Several people have appreciated getting to Srđ as part of the outing, rather than needing to plan a separate trip up the hill. The tour reaches the viewpoint by car, so you can enjoy the view without making the hill climb part of your walking day.

Weather matters here. The view can still be memorable under cloud, but clear conditions make the panorama more rewarding. If photography is a priority, keep your expectations flexible and follow your guide’s advice on the best angle and timing. Guides have also helped take photos, a small but welcome service when the whole group wants to appear in the picture.

The exact third driving location is not named in the details provided, which list Trsteno, Srđ, and transport to two more locations. Ask the operator what the current route includes if you want to know every stop in advance.

A Full Day, Not Just a Five-Hour Walk

The listed price is $85 per person. For that, you get a guided Old Town walk, round-trip car transport for the outside locations, the guide’s production stories, and the chance to visit both Trsteno and Srđ in one organized outing. That can be good value if you want the complete filming-location experience and would otherwise pay separately for transport and guiding.

But $85 is not the full cost. Lovrijenac is listed at 15 euros and Trsteno at 10 euros, unless your city wall ticket or Dubrovnik Card covers fort admission. The tour’s own schedule also deserves a close look: the walk starts at 10 AM, then there is a 2.5-hour lunch break before the 2:30 PM car portion, which lasts three hours. That is a substantial commitment to the day, despite the five-hour duration shown in the headline.

The break is both a benefit and a planning wrinkle. You get time to eat and reset rather than pushing through a long continuous tour, but you must make your own plan for those 2.5 hours. The activity ends back at the meeting point, so you return to the Old Town after the drive.

The tour is in English and is not suitable for wheelchair users. It offers free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance, and reserve-now, pay-later booking is available. Those are useful flexibility features, but the key decision is still whether the split timetable suits your day.

Who Will Get the Most From This Tour

I would choose this outing if you want more than a quick Old Town stroll and are interested in both the show and the place where it was filmed. The guide’s set experience makes production stories the special ingredient, while the historical commentary keeps the day grounded in Dubrovnik rather than letting the series take over.

It is also a good fit for mixed-interest groups. A fan can enjoy the Purple Wedding location, walk of shame recreation, and Iron Throne photo, while a companion who has not watched the show can focus on the city’s past, the gardens, and the views. The strongest element is the pairing of local guides and varied settings: stone streets in the morning, then a garden and hilltop viewpoint by car.

Consider a shorter Old Town tour instead if you want a compact activity, dislike scheduled breaks, or have limited time in Dubrovnik. This complete version has more reach, but the long interval between sections can make the day feel fragmented. It is also not the right choice if your priority is Lokrum Island, which is not included.

Should You Book It?

Book this tour if you want a guided route through Dubrovnik’s Game of Thrones locations and value the added drive to Trsteno and Srđ. The set stories, local history, and personal feel of the walking portion give it more substance than a simple stop-and-photo circuit.

Before paying, confirm the current start and end times, ask which locations the car portion visits, and add the two listed entry fees to your budget. If a near-full day works for you, this is a practical way to see the Old Town filming sites and the outlying locations without arranging separate transport.

FAQ

How long is the tour?

The listed duration is five hours, but the published schedule starts at 10 AM, includes a 2.5-hour lunch break, and resumes at 2:30 PM for a three-hour car portion. Check the current schedule before booking, as the full day may take longer than five hours.

Where does the tour start and end?

It starts at the Amerling Fountain on Brsalje Street in Dubrovnik’s Old Town. The tour ends back at the meeting point.

Are Lovrijenac Fort and Trsteno Arboretum entry fees included?

No. Lovrijenac Fort is listed at 15 euros and Trsteno Arboretum at 10 euros. Entry to Lovrijenac is free if you have a city wall ticket or Dubrovnik Card.

Does the tour visit Lokrum Island?

No. Lokrum Island may be seen from the city, but the tour does not include a visit there.

What locations outside the Old Town are included?

The car portion includes Trsteno Arboretum, used as the Red Keep gardens, and Srđ hill, where King’s Road scenes were filmed. Round-trip transport from the Old Town to Trsteno and two additional locations is included.

What should I bring, and is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Bring a reusable water bottle. The tour is not suitable for wheelchair users.