The streets of King’s Landing are real. On this Dubrovnik walk, you follow Game of Thrones filming locations through the Old Town while a local guide adds production stories and street-level context, and you get a photo at the replica Iron Throne.

I like how the tour keeps both tracks going at once: show scenes and the real city facts that make them land. I also like that the extended option adds Lokrum, where you connect Season 2’s Qarth to the island’s actual atmosphere. The one drawback is the physical reality of Dubrovnik, with stairs and steps built into the route, so it’s not a great match for anyone with mobility limits, vertigo, or motion sickness.

Key Highlights You Should Actually Care About

• Replica Iron Throne photo moment built into the walk, plus Lokrum’s official throne on the longer option
• Pile Gate, Stradun, Orlando’s Column, and Jesuit Stairs in a tight circuit so you don’t waste time guessing where things are
• Walk of Shame and Kings Landing Riots stops tied to the exact streets used for filming
• Blackwater Bay and Purple Wedding-related locations included, so it’s not just the big battleground shots
• Lokrum’s Qarth transformation story in a calm setting, followed by free time for coves, gardens, and a bite to eat
• Local guides with strong storytelling show up often in feedback, with people naming guides like Boris, Tiho/Tihomir, Jelena, Bruno, Eddie, and Joseph

Dubrovnik’s Game of Thrones Tour: What You’re Paying For

This tour is priced at $26 per person for the core experience, and that price makes sense when you look at what you get: a live guide, a focused Old Town walk, and that guaranteed Iron Throne photo opportunity. For Dubrovnik, where sightseeing can feel like a self-guided scavenger hunt, having a guide stitch the show to the streets saves time and turns random corners into scene locations.

The tour’s real value is the “why” behind the filming. You’re not just told where to stand; your guide brings in scene photos and behind-the-scenes details so you understand camera angles and how the production used these streets and landmarks.

One thing to keep your expectations straight: some of the big visual backdrops come with optional add-on costs. Lovrijenac Fortress entrance is not included in the base price, and Lokrum ferry plus island entry are extra on the 3-hour option.

Meeting at Onofrio’s Fountain: Start Where Everyone Can Find You

Your meeting point is simple: look for a representative with a red umbrella by the Large Onofrio’s Fountain next to Hard Rock Cafe. That matters in Dubrovnik, because the Old Town is easy to overthink—great for wandering, not so great when you’re trying to meet a group on time.

From the start, the walk is designed to help you orient quickly. Once you’re moving, the guide’s job is to connect the show with the city layout: where the action “belongs” on a real map of Dubrovnik, not just on a TV screencap.

If you prefer a structured first afternoon (as many people do when they land in Dubrovnik), this tour hits that sweet spot. It’s short, it’s guided, and it keeps you moving through the key areas instead of circling the same streets twice.

Pile Gate to Lovrijenac Fortress: Walking the King’s Landing Power Core

The walk begins at Pile Gate, one of the natural gateways into Dubrovnik’s Old Town energy. From there, you’re in the show’s world fast: you’ll stop for Blackwater Bay and the route tied to Cersei’s Walk of Shame, with the guide pointing out the streets and viewpoints the production used.

Lovrijenac Fortress is one of the big “Red Keep” moments. You’ll see it as part of the tour highlights, and the idea is clear: you’re standing near the imposing setting associated with scenes where major characters schemed. Important practical note: entry to Lovrijenac Fortress costs €15 and is not included. If you have a Dubrovnik Pass or a City Walls ticket, entrance becomes free.

What you’ll enjoy here is the contrast. Dubrovnik’s fortifications and stonework are already dramatic, even before you connect them to the show. With the guide’s filming context added, the fortress stops feel like more than a photo op—they feel like a clue trail.

Stradun, Orlando’s Column, and Jesuit Stairs: Scenes With Real Street Texture

After the fort area, the tour flows through Stradun, Dubrovnik’s famous main promenade. This is where the city’s rhythm comes through: you’re walking the kind of street where the show’s “King’s Landing” scenes fit naturally, with a guide translating how the production framed activity.

Next up is Orlando’s Column, another landmark that anchors your sense of place. A guide can help you notice small things you might miss on your own, like how the street width, building heights, and turns can influence what the camera can capture.

Then comes the Jesuit Stairs area, which is both a visual highlight and a practical one. The tour includes this stop because it’s visually strong and scene-connected, but also because it’s one of those spots where Dubrovnik’s stairs make you slow down and feel the city in your legs. If stairs already worry you, this is the part to think about.

Also worth knowing: the tour includes additional show-connected stops beyond the headline moments. The route can include locations connected to the Purple Wedding, plus city markets and streets used throughout King’s Landing scenes. That’s what makes it more than a greatest-hits walk. You get a broader sweep of how the production used the Old Town as a working set.

Iron Throne Photos: The Replica Moment vs Lokrum’s Official Throne

One of the cleanest reasons to book this tour is simple: you get a photo opportunity on the replica Iron Throne. That’s included, so you’re not hunting for an extra activity that might or might not work with your schedule.

On the base 2-hour walking option, your throne moment is the included replica stop inside the guided experience. On the 3-hour extended option, you get an extra layer: you’ll visit Lokrum and see the official Iron Throne there as well.

Why this matters: it turns the tour from show-location viewing into show-location reenactment. You get a satisfying checkmark for the fandom angle, but the guide also ties the throne setting to where the filming story fits into Dubrovnik’s real spaces.

Lokrum Island for Qarth: Ferry Time, Then Free Time

If you choose the 3-hour option, the structure changes in a smart way. You complete the guided Old Town portion first, then add a ferry ride (about 15 minutes) to Lokrum Island.

Lokrum is used for Qarth filming in Season 2, so your guide’s job shifts from Old Town “set geography” to island atmosphere and transformation. You’ll learn how Lokrum was transformed for filming, and you’ll visit the official Iron Throne stop as part of that explanation.

After the guided portion, you get free time—and that’s where Lokrum becomes more than just another filming location. You can swim in hidden coves, stroll through botanical gardens, relax in the shade, and grab a drink or lunch before heading back to Dubrovnik at your own pace.

The practical catch: for this option, round-trip ferry tickets and Lokrum Island admission are not included. They’re listed as €30 for adults and €5 for children ages 5–17.

Costs and Extras: Fortress Entrance and Pass Discounts

Let’s do the math so you can decide without stress. The base tour price is $26 per person, and it includes the guide plus the guided GoT walk with the replica Iron Throne photo opportunity.

Two common extra costs can apply:

• Lovrijenac Fortress entrance: €15, unless you have a Dubrovnik Pass or a City Walls ticket, in which case entry is free
• Lokrum option extras: round-trip ferry + Lokrum admission are €30 adults / €5 children (ages 5–17), and they are not included

There’s also a helpful discount angle if you’re already carrying a pass. The Dubrovnik Pass can reduce the Lokrum ferry cost, with 20% off for a 3-day pass and 30% off for a 7-day pass.

If you’re trying to keep your budget tight, the 2-hour walk can be the cleaner choice: you get the filming locations and the replica throne moment, and you only add fortress entry if you want to go inside. If you’re the type who wants a mix of show and decompression time, Lokrum is the upgrade that turns the tour into half sightseeing, half “vacation break.”

Who This Tour Fits Best (and Who Should Skip It)

This is ideal if you’re a Game of Thrones fan who also enjoys learning real-city history at street level. In the feedback you’ll see the same pattern again and again: guides are praised for being interactive, passionate, and fun, and people like how the guide connects filming angles and production context to Dubrovnik’s layout.

It’s also a good fit if you want a short, structured activity that helps you orient in Dubrovnik’s Old Town. A big theme in the positive comments is that the tour doesn’t just stop for photos—it helps you understand where everything sits.

But you should think twice if you have mobility issues. The route includes steps and stairs, and the tour isn’t suitable for wheelchair users or people who need mobility scooters. It’s also not recommended for people afraid of heights, or for those with vertigo, respiratory issues, motion sickness, or for pregnant women.

One more rule to keep in mind: alcohol and drugs are not allowed. It’s a walking tour, so they’re keeping the vibe respectful and practical.

Practical Tips for a Smoother Old Town Walk

Because the tour focuses on historic streets and stair-heavy corners, your success here is about comfort. Wear shoes you trust on stone steps and uneven Old Town surfaces, and expect some uphill walking even when the route looks short on a map.

Bring your camera, but also bring patience for photo moments. Part of the tour’s appeal is that you’ll stop for specific scenes and then take your shot at the right angle. Guides are often praised for making photo opportunities work smoothly, and that’s usually because they know when and where to pause.

If you’re planning the fortress stop, check whether you already hold a Dubrovnik Pass or City Walls ticket. It’s the simplest way to avoid the €15 entrance fee and keep the tour feeling like a better deal.

Should You Book This Dubrovnik Game of Thrones Tour?

I think this is a strong booking if you want a guided, fast way to see Dubrovnik as King’s Landing, with a guaranteed throne photo and a guide who ties filming stories to real streets. The base 2-hour walk gives you the core show locations without piling on extra ticket costs, especially if you’re fine with exterior fortress viewing.

If you want more than filming sites—if you want Qarth plus a calmer island break—choose the 3-hour Lokrum option. It costs more once you add ferry and Lokrum admission, but the island time and the chance to swim and stroll gardens turns the tour into something you can feel as a real day out, not just a checklist.

Skip it if stairs, heights, or motion sickness are issues for you. Otherwise, this tour is an efficient, well-structured way to leave Dubrovnik feeling like you actually understand the scenes you watched.

FAQ

How long is the Dubrovnik Game of Thrones tour?

The tour runs about 2 to 3 hours, depending on whether you choose the standard walking option or the Lokrum extension.

What is the price of the tour?

The tour is listed at $26 per person.

What are the two tour options?

There’s a 2-hour walking tour focused on main Game of Thrones filming locations in and around the Old Town, and a 3-hour extended tour that adds Lokrum Island.

What is included in the tour price?

The tour includes a guide, the Game of Thrones walking tour, and a photo opportunity on the replica Iron Throne.

Is entrance to Lovrijenac Fortress included?

No. Entrance costs €15 and is not included, though it is free if you have a Dubrovnik Pass or a City Walls ticket.

What does the Lokrum option include, and what costs extra?

The Lokrum option includes the guided portion plus a ferry ride and Lokrum stops, but the round-trip ferry ticket and Lokrum Island admission are not included. Those are listed as €30 for adults and €5 for children ages 5–17.

Where do I meet the tour?

Meet a representative with a red umbrella by the Large Onofrio’s Fountain next to Hard Rock Cafe.

What language is the tour guide?

The tour is guided in English.

Is the tour wheelchair-friendly?

No. Mobility scooters are not allowed, and the tour may not be suitable for people with mobility issues. Wheelchair users are not included in the suitable group.

Can I cancel and get a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.