REVIEW · DUBROVNIK
Dubrovnik: Game of Thrones & City Walls Walking Tour
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Game of Thrones fans get a rare mix here: show locations inside Dubrovnik’s historic streets, plus the views from above that make King’s Landing feel real. You’ll visit the main filming spots across the Old Town, then get time on the walls for photos over the red roofs and shining sea.
I especially like the Fort Lovrijenac / Red Keep connection, because it’s not just a photo stop. It’s the kind of place where the story and the setting click together fast, and the guide explains what you’re looking at as you go. I also like that the tour is built around real walking moments—from gates and stairways to the top vantage points—so you’re not stuck watching from a single viewpoint.
One thing to plan for: City walls tickets aren’t included (listed at €40). If you want to fully enjoy the wall time, budget that extra cost and wear shoes that can handle a longer walk.
In This Review
- Key highlights to expect
- From Amerling Fountain to Westeros mode
- Fort Lovrijenac and the Red Keep connection
- Pile Gate, Stradun, and the show’s street-level moments
- Jesuit Stairs and Rector’s Palace: where the stones have stories
- Walking the Dubrovnik City Walls: the best view, plus the big wall walk
- Guide quality makes the difference (and you’ll feel it)
- Price and value: is €40 for the walls worth it on top?
- Who should book this Game of Thrones + walls tour
- Should you book it or skip it?
- FAQ
- Where do we meet for the Dubrovnik Game of Thrones and City Walls Walking Tour?
- How long is the tour and how much walking is involved?
- Are Dubrovnik City Walls tickets included?
- What languages are the live guides available in?
- Is this tour a private group?
- Is there flexibility if my plans change?
Key highlights to expect

- Full Old Town Game of Thrones filming locations in one walking loop
- Fort Lovrijenac (the Red Keep) focus for big-set energy and great angles
- City Walls photo time with serious panoramic payoff
- Tight, easy-to-follow stop sequence with short guided segments
- Professional local guide in English, German, Spanish, or French
- Private group format (you get the attention and pacing you’d hope for)
From Amerling Fountain to Westeros mode

Your tour starts at the Amerling Fountain, just outside Dubrovnik’s Old Town near the Pile Gate by Dubravka restaurant. That location is a smart warm-up because it puts you at the edge of the action—close enough to dive into the Old Town quickly, but without the hassle of trying to find a spot inside the busiest lanes.
The tour lasts about 3 hours, and the pacing is built for walking rather than rushing. Expect short guided segments between stops, with most of the time spent on-site and on foot. If you’ve ever done a big-city tour where you’re herded like luggage, this private-group style tends to feel calmer.
You’ll also want to come ready for stairs and uneven stone. The wall segment alone is about 2 km long, so comfortable shoes matter more than you’d think from a “walking tour” label. Bring water too—Dubrovnik’s heat can catch you even when the morning starts pleasantly.
You can also read our reviews of more walking tours in Dubrovnik
Fort Lovrijenac and the Red Keep connection

One of the best parts of this experience is the way it treats Fort Lovrijenac as more than a landmark. You’ll spend about an hour here with guided sightseeing, and the framing is clear: this is the place tied in your mind to the Red Keep imagery from Game of Thrones.
Standing at a fortress like Lovrijenac does something simple and powerful. It gives you the scale of the setting. The guide helps you connect the location to the scenes you’ve seen, so it turns into a story you can picture rather than a random building you’ve visited.
This stop also tends to be photo-friendly because the angles make Dubrovnik’s Old Town look like a miniature world. You’re not just photographing walls—you’re photographing the relationship between the city and the coast, which is where the show’s mood comes from. If you’re traveling with someone who isn’t a hardcore fan, this is often the compromise spot: they may not know every scene, but they’ll still get the views and the atmosphere.
Practical note: plan your time here carefully. The hour at Lovrijenac is the kind of stop where you’ll want a few moments for photos without feeling rushed, and the rest of your route will be easier if you don’t linger so long that you feel behind.
Pile Gate, Stradun, and the show’s street-level moments

After Lovrijenac, the walk drops you back into the Old Town rhythm. You’ll pass through Pile Gate for a short guided orientation, then spend time on Stradun, the main street that runs through Dubrovnik’s center.
Stradun is one of those streets that feels instantly cinematic. The stone, the open sightlines, and the way crowds move through create the exact kind of “lived-in” setting TV shows love. The guide uses that flow to point out where filming energy fits into real city geography, so you stop seeing the show as separate from the place you’re standing.
The itinerary keeps these stops quick—think around 10 minutes at a time—so you get a steady sequence without getting stuck waiting for the group to catch up. That’s good because Dubrovnik’s Old Town has a way of pulling you forward. If you wander on your own too long, you’ll lose the tour’s storyline, but if you stay with the guide, you’ll learn why these streets matter.
If you’re the kind of fan who cares about small details, you’ll enjoy how the guide links the city’s key streets to scenes. One review mentioned moments tied to the Great Sept of Baelor steps, and that idea of seeing show locations as part of everyday Dubrovnik movement is what makes this tour click.
Jesuit Stairs and Rector’s Palace: where the stones have stories

Next up: Jesuit Stairs and Rector’s Palace. You’ll spend about 15 minutes on the stairs and around 10 minutes at Rector’s Palace with guided sightseeing.
Jesuit Stairs are perfect for this type of tour because they’re dramatic in a very real way. Steps in Dubrovnik aren’t just functional. They shape how you arrive at views, how you move between levels, and how you experience the city’s layout. When your guide connects the spot to scenes, you end up understanding the geometry of filming—not just the location.
Rector’s Palace adds a different flavor. Even if you came for Game of Thrones, this stop helps you remember that Dubrovnik’s identity existed long before the show. A good local guide makes that feel seamless: you’re not forced into a long lecture, but you do get context that makes the setting more believable when you go back to your photos later.
This is also where you start noticing that the tour is as much about Dubrovnik as it is about Westeros. The best guides can keep both tracks running: show references in one breath, local culture and city logic in the next.
Walking the Dubrovnik City Walls: the best view, plus the big wall walk

The main payoff arrives at the City Walls. You get a photo stop and guided sightseeing here for about 80 minutes, including time to look out from above. This is the segment that makes the tour worth it even for casual fans because the views are the kind you can’t replicate from street level.
But here’s the reality check: the wall walk is almost 2 km long. That means you’ll feel it by the end, especially if the weather is hot. This is why comfortable shoes and water aren’t optional.
Also plan around the ticket situation. City walls tickets aren’t included and are listed separately at €40. You’ll want to have that sorted so you’re not standing around figuring out payment while the group is ready to move.
During the wall portion, the guide ties what you’re seeing to show moments—especially battles filmed along the walls, as mentioned in reviews. Even if you can’t place every scene instantly, you’ll still understand the “why” behind the dramatic angles: walls weren’t built for TV, but they make perfect TV backdrops because they offer lines of sight and strong defensive silhouettes.
If you want memorable photos, aim to pick one moment where you slow down and let the view reset your eyes. Dubrovnik can be visually overwhelming on day one. The wall segment gives you a clean, organized perspective—city, sea, and sky in one frame.
You can also read our reviews of more city tours in Dubrovnik
Guide quality makes the difference (and you’ll feel it)

This tour is led by a professional local guide, and the reviews give you a clear pattern: guides bring both accuracy about the show and real familiarity with Dubrovnik.
Names you might run into include Anne-femica, Desa, and Roko. The common thread in their feedback is strong Q and A engagement—answering questions on the spot, not just moving on. One review also noted a guide who knows the city well enough to steer you toward extra places after the tour, which is a great sign: it means the guide understands you’re there for more than one experience.
For a fan tour, guide skill matters because locations can feel similar at first glance. Being able to explain what to look for—why a street corner matters, how a fortress viewpoint changes the scene—turns sightseeing into story.
If you’re bilingual or just want variety, the tour offers live guiding in English, German, Spanish, and French. That’s practical if you’re traveling with a group where everyone’s comfort level differs.
Price and value: is €40 for the walls worth it on top?

At $141 per person for about 3 hours, you’re paying for more than walking. You’re paying for a guide who can connect Game of Thrones filming locations to Dubrovnik’s layout, and you’re paying for structured time at the places that matter most.
Then there’s the extra cost: the City Walls ticket is €40, not included in the price. That bumps the real cost, but it doesn’t feel like a surprise because the wall segment is the tour’s biggest visual payoff. If the walls were just a quick look from the outside, the ticket add-on would feel annoying. Here, it’s central.
So the value question depends on your priorities:
- If you want the show locations plus the city’s best panorama, the pricing makes sense because you’re getting two main experiences in one loop.
- If you only care about the show and plan to skip the walls, you might feel the cost is slightly front-loaded.
For first-timers in Dubrovnik, I think this is a solid buy because it compresses planning time. You don’t have to map out the filming spots yourself, and you get the connections that make the pictures more meaningful afterward.
Who should book this Game of Thrones + walls tour

I’d book this if you’re in one of these groups:
- You’re a Game of Thrones fan and want the main Old Town filming locations, not just a generic city tour.
- You want both story references and classic Dubrovnik views from above.
- You prefer a guided walking format with a private group feel and clear stop-by-stop pacing.
You might think twice if you’re not comfortable with a long walk. The walls are almost 2 km, and the route also includes steps like Jesuit Stairs. Also, if you’re traveling on a tight budget where €40 for the walls ticket is hard to add, you’ll want to decide early.
If you’re traveling with mixed interests, this still works because the fortress and wall views are strong even for people who don’t follow the show closely.
Should you book it or skip it?

Book it if you want a one-session trip that turns Dubrovnik into a map of Westeros—then rewards you with the kind of views that make you stop mid-walk and just look. The mix of Fort Lovrijenac time, Old Town show-linked streets, and the long City Walls segment gives you both fan value and photo value.
Skip it only if you’re determined to avoid the City Walls experience or you know you won’t enjoy stair-heavy walking. Otherwise, this tour is a practical way to see the key parts efficiently, with a guide who can answer questions and keep the story connected from start to finish.
FAQ
Where do we meet for the Dubrovnik Game of Thrones and City Walls Walking Tour?
You’ll meet at the Amerling Fountain, located outside the Old Town at Pile Gate next to Dubravka restaurant.
How long is the tour and how much walking is involved?
The tour is about 3 hours, and the City Walls portion includes walking along an almost 2 km stretch.
Are Dubrovnik City Walls tickets included?
No. City walls tickets are not included and are listed at 40 EUR.
What languages are the live guides available in?
The tour offers live guiding in English, German, Spanish, and French.
Is this tour a private group?
Yes, it’s listed as a private group.
Is there flexibility if my plans change?
The tour offers free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and there’s also a reserve now & pay later option.
































