Dubrovnik: Game of Thrones Filming Tour & Iron Throne Photo

Summary

Walk Dubrovnik’s old stones, see King’s Landing come alive, hear stories from the set

You’ll follow your local guide through Dubrovnik’s Old Town and climb up to Fort Lovrijenac, tracing scenes from Game of Thrones with stories straight from set extras. Stand where Cersei walked, see King’s Landing unfold around you, and snap your own Iron Throne photo before heading back into real life — but maybe not quite the same as before.

What’s the experience like?

Bells echo off the stone as you squeeze past a group of school kids near Onofrio’s Fountain — that’s where our Game of Thrones tour started. Our guide, Marko, waved his red umbrella and grinned like he knew half the city. He’d been an extra in the show (he swore he was “a peasant with attitude”), so every stop had some tiny detail you wouldn’t get from just watching. At Pile Gate, he pointed at the archway and said, “Here’s where Joffrey nearly lost his head — not literally, sadly.” The wind off the Adriatic carried a bit of salt and grilled fish from somewhere nearby. I didn’t expect to laugh so much about such a brutal show.

The path under Pile Gate felt different when Marko described dodging cameras and how the crowds jeered at Joffrey — apparently some locals got really into it. We paused by the docks (King’s Landing docks for fans), and I tried to imagine Sansa staring out at those same blue-green waves. The stones were warm under my hand; someone had chalked “Valar Morghulis” on a step. Up at Fort Lovrijenac (the Red Keep), climbing those steep stairs made me realize how much armor must weigh. Marko told us about filming days when extras hid water bottles in their cloaks because it was so hot — one guy fainted right where Cersei would have stood.

I’ll admit, standing where Cersei did her Walk of Shame felt strange — tourists everywhere snapping photos while Marko rang a tiny bell (“Shame!”). I tried to picture that scene without all the selfie sticks. We finished back in Old Town with a chance to sit on the Iron Throne (okay, it’s plastic but still). I look ridiculous in my photo but I keep it anyway. There’s something about seeing Dubrovnik through both its own history and this wild fantasy world that sticks with you longer than you’d think.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Dubrovnik Game of Thrones tour highlights

• Meet at Large Onofrio's Fountain
• Walk to Pile Gate and view scenes
• Visit docks at Sveti Jakov Beach
• Stop at pier in Dubrovnik western bay
• Explore Fort Lovrijenac (Red Keep)
• Walk through King’s Landing streets
• See the Walk of Shame location

Top questions

Where does the Dubrovnik Game of Thrones tour start?

The tour starts next to the Large Onofrio's Fountain inside Dubrovnik Old Town, near the Hard Rock Cafe.

How long is the Game of Thrones walking tour in Dubrovnik?

The tour lasts approximately 2 hours.

Does this day trip include Fort Lovrijenac?

Yes, Fort Lovrijenac (St. Lawrence Fortress), which served as the Red Keep in Game of Thrones, is included.

Is there an Iron Throne photo opportunity?

Yes, you’ll have a chance to take a photo sitting on a replica Iron Throne during the tour.

Are guides on this tour local or involved with Game of Thrones?

Some guides are locals who worked as extras or stand-ins during filming in Dubrovnik.

Is lunch included on this Game of Thrones tour?

No lunch is included; the focus is on walking tours of filming locations.

Is this walking tour suitable for all fitness levels?

The tour is suitable for most fitness levels but not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health due to stairs and uneven surfaces.

Are service animals allowed on this Dubrovnik GOT tour?

Yes, service animals are allowed.

What’s included

Your day includes a guided walk through Dubrovnik Old Town and up to St. Lawrence Fortress with stories from guides who were actually extras on set, plus an Iron Throne photo opportunity before you wander back through those famous city walls again.