Legendary Game of Thrones & Lokrum Island Tour

Dubrovnik provided the real-world setting for King’s Landing, and this tour puts you right in the middle of it. You’ll walk the Old Town, climb to Lovrijenac Fortress, and finish on Lokrum Island, the filming site for Qarth. The best guides, including Femi, Marko, Roko, Darko, and Sonja, bring scene photos and personal stories from the production.

I like the way the tour joins film locations with Dubrovnik’s local history, rather than treating the city as one large television set. I also like the finish on Lokrum, where you can sit on the Iron Throne, swim, eat, or stay on the island after the guided portion ends.

The main catch is cost and effort. The advertised price is $42.33, but the fort ticket costs 15 EUR and the return boat to Lokrum costs 30 EUR extra. The walk includes many steps, and one section may involve more than 180 stairs, so this is not an easy stroll.

Key points to know before booking

• Lovrijenac Fortress delivers the big view: The former Red Keep gives you a fine look back at Dubrovnik, but reaching it means a serious stair climb.
• The guide makes the difference: Guides such as Femi, who worked as a Game of Thrones extra, and Marko, Roko, Darko, and Sonja have received especially warm praise for their humor, show knowledge, and local stories.
• Scene photos make the locations click: You’ll compare images from the series with the actual streets, walls, and steps around you.
• Lokrum is more than a photo stop: After seeing the Iron Throne, you can swim, eat, or stay on the island, provided you catch the last boat back.
• The real price is higher than the headline fare: Add 45 EUR for the fortress and return boat, before food or drinks.
• Weather can change the plan: The experience requires good weather, and Lokrum may be canceled if boat service is unavailable.

Why this Game of Thrones tour works in Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik is unusually effective as a film location because its stone walls, gates, stairways, and sea views are all packed into a walkable area. On this tour, you are not simply shown a few famous corners. You are given the visual trick behind them: a scene photo, the real location, and an explanation of how the production changed what you see.

That matters because Game of Thrones often used the same part of Dubrovnik for several different places in Westeros. One gate can become a city entrance, a staircase can become the setting for the Walk of Shame, and a fort can turn into the Red Keep. The tour helps you separate the real Dubrovnik from the show’s version of it.

You’ll meet at 9:30 a.m. beside the Amerling fountain at Brsalje 2, near the Dubravka gift shop. This is a useful central meeting place, especially if you are staying near the Old Town or arriving from the Pile Gate area. The group can be as large as 30 people, so do not expect a private walk.

English is the tour language. The experience lasts about three hours, although the schedule is not a stopwatch exercise. You’ll spend time walking, climbing, looking at images, hearing stories, and taking photographs. The pace is described as relaxed, but the terrain itself is not flat.

Lovrijenac Fortress and the Red Keep climb

The first major stop is Lovrijenac Fortress, also known as the Red Keep to Game of Thrones fans. Before climbing, the guide shows you scenes filmed at the foot of the fort. This gives you a quick lesson in how the production used camera angles and the existing stonework.

Then comes the climb. The fortress sits above the sea, and reaching the top requires stairs. The official details warn of some steps, but you should prepare for a substantial climb. One account described more than 180 stairs, and two people in that group could not complete the entire route. If you have knee, heart, or mobility concerns, take this warning seriously.

The guide is not supposed to rush you. If you decide not to go all the way up, you can tell the guide and rejoin the group later. Still, the best view of Dubrovnik comes from the fortress, so the climb is a major part of what you are paying for.

From Lovrijenac, you get the classic view back toward Dubrovnik and its walls. It is one of the tour’s strongest photo stops, even if you have only a passing interest in the show. The fort itself adds a sense of place that a street-level scene cannot match.

The entrance ticket is not included. It costs 15 EUR per person. That extra charge is important when you compare this tour with other Dubrovnik walks, since the initial $42.33 price does not cover every central attraction used during the experience.

Dubrovnik Old Town as King’s Landing

After the fortress, the group heads into Dubrovnik’s Old Town. This section lasts about 45 minutes and focuses on scenes spread through the city streets.

You might recognize locations linked with King’s Landing, Joffrey’s fate, and the Walk of Shame. The infamous Shame stairs are a particular highlight for many fans. Seeing them in person is different from seeing a television set because the surrounding streets remain active parts of Dubrovnik, not preserved studio scenery.

The guide’s scene images are especially useful here. Dubrovnik’s streets can look familiar without being obvious, and the show often altered the surroundings through costume, framing, and digital effects. A good guide will point out what the camera showed and what it left just outside the frame.

This is also where the tour becomes more than a fan checklist. Guides have added stories about Dubrovnik’s past and about how local people received the production. That local angle gives the walk more substance. You’ll learn how the city functions as a real place, not just as the fictional capital of Westeros.

Expect plenty of walking over stone streets and steps. The route is not presented as an athletic event, but Dubrovnik’s Old Town is full of uneven paving and changes in level once you leave the main paths. Wear shoes with a firm sole, and avoid bringing anything you do not want to carry for three hours.

Lokrum Island and the Iron Throne

The tour ends at Lokrum Island, which served as the setting for Qarth. You reach it by boat, and the return fare costs 30 EUR per person. Boat seats are not assigned, so seating is first come, first served.

Lokrum changes the mood of the day. The fortress and Old Town are concentrated, urban stops. The island gives you time by the sea, along with the main photo opportunity: the HBO Visitor Center and its Iron Throne.

You can take your photograph on the throne, then stay on Lokrum after the guided tour finishes. Two restaurants and a snack bar provide places to eat, and you can bring swimwear if you want to swim. This flexibility is one of the tour’s best features. You are not forced straight back into the city once the official three hours end.

Pay attention to the last boat. There are no overnight stays on Lokrum, so missing the final departure creates a serious problem. The tour details specifically advise checking the return schedule. I would treat this as essential planning, not a minor reminder.

The island portion is also the least certain part of the experience. Bad weather can cancel it, and boat availability has caused some departures to operate as a Game of Thrones walking tour without the Lokrum segment. If Lokrum is the main reason you are booking, confirm the boat plan when you arrive and keep the weather policy in mind.

The guides are the heart of the experience

The tour is sold around a Game of Thrones superfan guide, and that promise matters. The strongest guide reports describe people who knew the show well, used humor, showed production photos, and connected the fictional scenes with Dubrovnik’s real stories.

Femi is particularly memorable because she is local and worked as an extra on Game of Thrones. That gives her a personal connection to the filming process that a guide who only memorized scene facts may not have. Marko has been praised for his detailed show knowledge, friendly manner, and ability to keep the route fun. Roko received similar praise for combining show material with local culture and history.

Other named guides include Darko, Michaela, Mikayla, Sonja, and Marco. The spelling varies in the available accounts, and you cannot choose a specific guide when booking. That means the experience may depend on who leads your departure, but the repeated strengths are clear: show enthusiasm, scene photos, humor, and care for the group.

I would not book this only for trivia. The most useful guides explain how filming worked, why a location looks different on screen, and how Dubrovnik fits into the production. If your group includes people who are not major fans, the local stories and city views help keep the walk worthwhile.

What the $42.33 price really buys you

At $42.33 per person, the initial price looks reasonable for a three-hour guided walk with an English-speaking local guide and a boat connection to Lokrum. The value is strongest if you want someone to organize the route and explain the scenes instead of hunting down locations on your own.

But the advertised fare is not the final cost. Add 15 EUR for Lovrijenac Fortress and 30 EUR for the return boat to Lokrum. That is another 45 EUR per person, before lunch, snacks, or drinks. The complete outing can therefore cost considerably more than the first figure suggests.

The boat fare may still be worthwhile because it gets you to the Iron Throne and lets you spend time on Lokrum. If you only want the Old Town filming sites, you could avoid the island expense by choosing a walking tour that ends in Dubrovnik. If the throne photo and a few hours by the sea appeal to you, the added cost has a clear purpose.

The tour includes local taxes and the professional guide. It does not include hotel pickup, drop-off, food, lunch, or entrance tickets. You will need to reach Brsalje 2 on your own and make your own arrangements for anything you eat during or after the route.

Who will enjoy this most

I would recommend this for Game of Thrones fans who want context, not just a list of places. It also suits couples and families who enjoy a guided city walk, provided everyone can manage the stairs and stone streets.

It can work for people who have only seen part of the series, too. Dubrovnik’s walls, fortress, and sea views make the route worthwhile even if you cannot name every character. The tour is less suitable for anyone who wants a flat, gentle walk or a fully private experience.

The maximum group size is 30. That is large enough for a social atmosphere and a chance to meet other fans, but it may limit conversation with the guide. If you want to ask many detailed questions, stay near the guide and speak up when the group stops.

Start early enough to reach the meeting point without a scramble. Wear sturdy walking shoes, bring water, and carry swimwear if you want to use Lokrum after the formal tour. The tour is offered in English only, so make sure that suits everyone in your party.

Practical drawbacks to weigh

The biggest issue is the missing stair detail in the basic description. Saying that the fort includes stairs is not the same as preparing you for a climb of more than 180 steps. If anyone in your group has limited fitness, contact the operator a day ahead and ask how the route can be adjusted.

The second issue is the Lokrum segment. Boat service and weather can affect it, and the island portion has sometimes been canceled because a boat was unavailable. You may receive an alternative date or a full refund if poor weather or minimum numbers cancel the whole experience, but a partial change to the day can still be disappointing.

The third issue is timing. The listed stops add up to a compact schedule, while the boat ride and transitions take time. One account described a two-hour version, while the stated duration is about three hours. Treat the timing as approximate, especially if you plan another fixed appointment afterward.

On the positive side, the cancellation policy is forgiving if your plans change. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time for a full refund. Changes made inside that window are not accepted, so do not leave the decision until the morning of the tour.

Should you book the Legendary Game of Thrones and Lokrum Island Tour?

Book it if you want the show brought to life by an enthusiastic guide, especially if you value behind-the-scenes stories and scene photos. The combination of Lovrijenac, the Old Town, and Lokrum gives you more variety than a short street walk, and the Iron Throne is a fun final photograph.

Before paying, budget for the extra 45 EUR in admission and transport. Also ask yourself if you can handle the fortress climb and several hours on foot. If the answer is yes, this is a well-shaped Dubrovnik experience with real local flavor. If stairs are a problem, or if your main goal is simply a quick Iron Throne photo, choose a shorter and flatter option instead.

FAQ

Where does the tour begin?

It begins at Experience Dubrovnik and Dubrovnik Tours, Brsalje ul. 2, beside the Amerling fountain and near the Dubravka gift shop.

What time does the tour start?

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

Where does the tour end?

The guided route ends at the Lokrum Visitor Center on Lokrum Island, where the Iron Throne is located.

Is the Lovrijenac Fortress entrance included?

No. Entry to Lovrijenac Fortress costs 15 EUR per person and is paid separately.

Is the boat to Lokrum included?

No. The return boat ticket costs 30 EUR per person and is not included in the tour price.

How long does the experience last?

The experience lasts approximately three hours. You may stay on Lokrum after the guided portion ends.

Is the tour physically demanding?

You should have a moderate fitness level. The route includes walking and stairs, including a substantial climb to Lovrijenac Fortress.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The experience requires good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you will be offered another date or a full refund.