Dubrovnik: Game of Thrones Complete Tour

Dubrovnik’s Game of Thrones filming locations make much more sense when someone connects the stone streets to the scenes, characters, and production work. This five-hour experience, with a walking section in the Old Town and a later car trip outside the city, covers far more than a quick photo stop.

I like the guide-led access to filming details, especially when your guide has worked on the set. I also like the split format: you explore on foot in the morning, then reach Trsteno Arboretum and Srđ Hill without arranging separate transport. The main drawback is the timing. The published schedule describes a 10 AM walking start, a 2.5-hour lunch break, and a 2:30 PM driving section lasting three hours, so you should confirm the current timetable because that adds up to more than the advertised five hours.

Key points at a glance

• Former set-worker insight: Guides such as Katja explain filming routines, actors, extras, and production details that are easy to miss on a standard city walk.
• A full King’s Landing route: See the Blackwater Bay area, the port, the Red Keep setting, the Purple Wedding site, and Walk of Shame locations.
• Three worthwhile stops beyond the walls: The drive includes Trsteno Arboretum, Srđ Hill, and another nearby filming location.
• The views are a major bonus: Srđ Hill gives you a wide view over Dubrovnik, Lokrum Island, and the city walls.
• Interactive photo moments: Recreate the Walk of Shame and sit on an Iron Throne.
• Extra costs matter: Lovrijenac Fort costs 15 euros and Trsteno Botanical Garden costs 10 euros unless your city wall ticket or Dubrovnik Card covers the fort.

Starting at the Amerling Fountain

Meet at Brsalje Street by the Amerling Fountain, just outside Dubrovnik’s Old Town. Your guide carries a Targaryen banner, which makes the meeting point easier to find in a busy part of the city.

The tour begins on foot. Wear shoes with a good grip, bring a reusable water bottle, and prepare for stone streets, steps, and open areas exposed to the sun. The activity is not suitable for wheelchair users.

This is not a whisper-audio-device operation. The guide speaks directly to the group, which gives the walk a more personal feel and makes it easier to ask questions. Group size is described in the feedback as small, though the exact maximum is not provided. That matters in Dubrovnik, where narrow lanes and crowded entrances can make a large group awkward.

The walking guide may be Katja, Jelena, or another member of the local team. Katja is especially noted for her experience on the production and for connecting individual filming spots to the story. The team also includes guides such as Mario, Joseph, and Dennis for the driving section, though the exact pairing can vary.

King’s Landing inside Dubrovnik’s Old Town

The Old Town portion gives you the strongest connection between real Dubrovnik and the fictional capital of Westeros. Your guide points out the harbor, streets, courtyards, and walls used for King’s Landing scenes, then explains how a location can be altered by camera angles, set decoration, and digital effects.

You return to the bay of Blackwater and the port area, where the guide ties the real waterfront to the show. This is a good place to keep your phone ready, but the value is not only in taking the same photograph seen on screen. You learn how the production used Dubrovnik’s compact layout and strong stone architecture to create a city that feels larger and more dramatic than it is.

The walking tour also includes the spot connected with the Purple Wedding. Here, the guide adds production and character details, including stories about Joffrey and the actors away from the cameras. The information is aimed at fans, but it can still work if you have not watched every episode. Several guides also use printed images or scene folders to show the before-and-after connection between the real site and the television frame.

The show material is paired with the history of the Republic of Dubrovnik. That mix is important. You are not simply moving from one photo point to another. The same streets have a local story that existed long before a television crew arrived, and the guide helps keep both stories in view.

Lovrijenac Fort and the Red Keep

The Fort of St. Lawrence, commonly called Lovrijenac, is one of the key stops associated with the Red Keep. It sits outside the Old Town walls on a rocky position above the sea, giving you a strong view back toward Dubrovnik and the coast.

Entry is not included. The listed cost is 15 euros, although access is free if you already have a Dubrovnik city wall ticket or Dubrovnik Card. Check what you hold before paying again. This is one of the clearest ways to improve the tour’s value.

Inside and around the fort, your guide explains the scenes filmed there and helps you picture how the production used its terraces, walls, and sea-facing outlook. You also get photographs of Lokrum Island and Dubrovnik’s walls from the elevated viewpoints.

The fort involves steps and uneven stone. If you dislike steep walking or hot open surfaces, this portion may be tiring. Still, it is one of the more memorable stops because the real building has visual power even without its television connection.

The guide also stages the Walk of Shame recreation. You can walk the route with help from the guide, learn how the scene was arranged, and take a playful video of your own version. It is a bit theatrical, but that is the point. This is the tour’s most participatory moment, and it gives you something more personal than a standard group photograph.

You also get a chance to sit on an Iron Throne. The tour does not include Lokrum Island, so do not book it expecting that visit. You can still take the Iron Throne photograph during the Dubrovnik portion.

The long midday break

The walking section is followed by a 2.5-hour break for lunch and rest. That pause is useful in Dubrovnik, particularly in warm weather, because the morning involves old stone streets, steps, and an exposed fort.

Use the time to eat in or near the Old Town, refill your bottle, and check the afternoon meeting instructions. The tour information says the car section begins at 2:30 PM. Since the published total duration is five hours but the stated schedule suggests a longer day, confirm the exact timing when you reserve.

The break also changes the feel of the experience. You are not trapped in a vehicle all day, and you are not trying to rush through lunch between filming locations. The trade-off is that the tour takes up a large part of the day, especially if the afternoon schedule runs as described.

Trsteno Arboretum, the King’s Landing Gardens

The afternoon drive reaches Trsteno Arboretum, used as the gardens of the Red Keep. This is one of the best reasons to choose the complete tour rather than only an Old Town walk.

Trsteno is one of Europe’s oldest Renaissance gardens, and the guide explains both its role in the series and its botanical character. The setting gives you a different side of Dalmatia: shaded paths, mature trees, flowers, and carefully arranged garden spaces replace Dubrovnik’s hard limestone streets.

The garden entry fee is 10 euros and is not included. Add it to the $85 tour price when working out your budget. The guide can help you notice how the filming location was framed, but you also have room to appreciate the garden as a real historic site rather than just a television backdrop.

This stop is particularly good for mixed groups. A dedicated Game of Thrones fan gets location details, while someone less interested in the series gets plants, views, and local context. That balance is one reason the experience can work for couples or families with different levels of enthusiasm for the show.

The driving guide often adds more Croatian history here. Guides such as Mario and Joseph are praised for turning the road portion into a lesson about the country, local culture, and the places you pass. You may also get help with photographs, which is useful when the best view requires someone else to frame the shot.

Srđ Hill and the King’s Road

The final major stop is Srđ Hill, above Dubrovnik. Scenes connected with the King’s Road were filmed in this area, and the height gives you one of the finest broad views over the city.

From above, you can photograph Dubrovnik’s walls, rooftops, the sea, and Lokrum Island in one frame. The view is valuable even if you know little about the show. It also saves you from arranging a separate trip to the hill or working out the cable car on your own.

The road transfer is a real part of the tour’s value. Without it, you would see the Old Town locations but miss the wider setting that helped Dubrovnik function as King’s Landing. The car also makes this section easier than trying to link the outer sites by local transport.

Do not treat the drive as dead time. This is where the guide can explain how scenes were connected across different filming places and add stories about Croatian history. The guides are praised for their humor and storytelling, and that matters on a longer afternoon when the locations are spread out.

Weather can affect the view. Even under cloudy skies, the hill remains worthwhile, but clear conditions give you the best photographs. Bring water and protect yourself from the sun when needed.

What the guides add

The strongest feature of this experience is the people leading it. The guides do not only recite episode names. They explain how filming worked in Croatia and other countries, how extras were handled, and what happened around the set.

Katja is associated with the walking portion and is known for lively explanations of locations, actors, and production. Mario, Joseph, and Dennis have led the driving section, adding local history and practical help with photographs. Jelena is another guide connected with the Old Town walk.

Because the exact guide is not guaranteed, you should not book solely to meet one named person. Still, the repeated pattern is clear: the tour depends heavily on guides who enjoy both the show and Dubrovnik. Their ability to answer questions and adjust the pace is more useful than a memorized script.

I also like that the guides can make the day work for people who have not watched the series. You will get the most from it if you recognize the scenes, but the city history, gardens, fort, and views give the experience a wider purpose.

Price, extra fees, and overall value

The listed price is $85 per person. Add 15 euros for Lovrijenac Fort and 10 euros for Trsteno Arboretum unless your existing Dubrovnik Card or city wall ticket covers the fort. That makes the advertised admissions worth checking before you compare the tour with shorter options.

At first glance, $85 may seem high for a walking tour. The price makes more sense because it includes a local guide, the Old Town walk, round-trip transport to Trsteno and two other outside locations, and a full afternoon of guided sightseeing. A separate trip to Trsteno and Srđ Hill would require more planning and transport costs.

The tour is best value if you want both the famous Old Town scenes and the locations outside the walls. If you only want a few quick photographs of King’s Landing, a shorter walking tour may suit you better.

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start and reserve-now, pay-later booking make it easier to fit into a changeable Dubrovnik schedule. The activity is offered in English.

Who should book it

You should book this if Game of Thrones is a major reason for visiting Dubrovnik, or if you want a city tour with a strong television connection and a proper look beyond the Old Town.

It also suits mixed-interest groups. A fan gets production stories, scene comparisons, and the Walk of Shame recreation. A nonfan gets Dubrovnik history, Lovrijenac Fort, Trsteno’s Renaissance garden, and the Srđ Hill view.

Think twice if you have limited time, dislike steps, need wheelchair access, or want a strictly five-hour activity. The split schedule and extra admissions require planning. Confirm the current start and finish times, then leave enough room for the lunch break and the afternoon drive.

Should you book this Dubrovnik tour?

For most Game of Thrones fans, yes. The Old Town walk covers the essential King’s Landing material, while the car section adds Trsteno Arboretum and Srđ Hill, two places that are difficult to include efficiently on your own.

I would choose the complete tour over a shorter location walk if you have most of a day available. The guides’ set experience, small-group feel, Croatian history, and strong panoramic stops give the $85 price real value, provided you budget for the two entry fees and confirm the longer published schedule.

FAQ

Where does the Game of Thrones tour start and end?

It starts at the Amerling Fountain on Brsalje Street, Dubrovnik. The guide carries a Targaryen banner. The activity ends back at the same meeting point.

How long does the tour last?

The activity is advertised as five hours. The stated schedule describes a walking tour at 10 AM, a 2.5-hour lunch break, and a driving section beginning at 2:30 PM that lasts three hours. Confirm the current timing before booking.

Is transport included?

Round-trip transport from Dubrovnik’s Old Town to Trsteno Arboretum and two additional outside locations is included. The Old Town portion is on foot.

Are Lovrijenac Fort and Trsteno Arboretum included in the price?

No. Lovrijenac Fort costs 15 euros and Trsteno Botanical Garden costs 10 euros. Entry to Lovrijenac is free if you have a city wall ticket or Dubrovnik Card.

Does the tour visit Lokrum Island?

No. The tour includes views and photographs of Lokrum Island, but it does not include a visit to the island. An Iron Throne photograph is included during the tour.

Is the tour suitable for wheelchair users?

No. The activity is not suitable for wheelchair users. It also includes walking on Dubrovnik’s stone streets and fort areas, so comfortable shoes and a reusable water bottle are sensible.