Dubrovnik: Game of Thrones & Old Town Walking Tour

Stone streets where Cersei walked: Game of Thrones Dubrovnik on foot

You walk the Old Town with a guide who knows both the Game of Thrones filming locations and Dubrovnik's actual history, stopping at the Walk of Shame stairs, Pile Bay (King's Landing's port), and the main medieval landmarks like the Rector's Palace and Cathedral. You get a photo on the Iron Throne replica and views of Lovrjenac Fortress across the water. The tour includes water breaks and shaded stops, and runs three hours total: long enough to see the highlights without rushing, but short enough to fit into a single morning or afternoon.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Dubrovnik Old Town1h 30m
2. Fort Lovrijenac45m

Dubrovnik Old Town and GoT sites

• Explore Dubrovnik Old Town landmarks
• Visit Game of Thrones filming locations
• Stop at Pile Bay seaside spot
• End tour at Lovrjenac Fortress

The experience

The narrow limestone alley opens onto a wide staircase, and you recognize it instantly: the same steps where a character descended in shame, filmed a thousand times over. That's the moment most people realize this isn't just another Dubrovnik walking tour. Your guide stops you here, points out the camera angles, the crowd that would have filled the square, and suddenly the city becomes a set you're walking through instead of just looking at. The Game of Thrones locations aren't scattered across the region. They're woven into the Old Town itself, which is why a three-hour tour can hit both the filming spots and the actual history without feeling rushed.

You'll move through the Old Town from one end to the other, stopping at the Rector's Palace, Sponza Palace, Onofrio's Fountain, and the Church of St. Blaise: the landmarks that built Dubrovnik long before HBO arrived. Your guide threads the two stories together: the medieval republic that survived centuries, and the fictional King's Landing that borrowed its walls and gates. Pile Bay, just outside the Old Town walls, is where the port scenes were shot, and the view across the water to Lovrjenac Fortress (the Red Keep, in the show) is one of the most photographed moments of the day. The guide knows the anecdotes, which scenes were filmed where, how the crew worked around the crowds, what the city looked like before the tourism boom.

There are photo stops built in, shaded spaces to step out of the heat, and breaks for water or gelato if you need them. The Iron Throne replica is set up for the obligatory photo, and it's the kind of detail that makes the tour feel complete rather than like you're chasing a TV show through a real city. Lovrjenac Fortress sits at the end of the route, though entry (€15) isn't included, but if you do buy a ticket, it counts toward a City Walls discount within 72 hours, so the option is there if the views from the harbor aren't enough.

You'll need moderate fitness to handle the cobblestones and the ups and downs of the Old Town, and the tour works best if you're comfortable with crowds and heat. Both are part of Dubrovnik in summer. The guide speaks English, and the whole thing takes three hours, which is long enough to see the main sites without the day dissolving into a blur of photos and names you won't remember.

What’s included

Your tour includes an English-speaking guide, a guided walk through Dubrovnik Old Town with visits to the Rector's Palace, Sponza Palace, Onofrio's Fountain, the Cathedral, and other landmarks, access to Game of Thrones filming locations including the Walk of Shame stairs, a stop at Pile Bay (Blackwater Bay), views of Lovrjenac Fortress, and a photo opportunity on an Iron Throne replica. Water and gelato breaks are built into the route, and the guide provides historical context alongside the behind-the-scenes filming details.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:30 and 14:00

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 25

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 17.18

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Good to know

Moderate physical levelPublic transport nearby

Operated by Dubrovnik Storytellers

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see Dubrovnik's main sights and the Game of Thrones locations in one walk without arranging separate guides or figuring out which streets to prioritize: the three-hour structure fits both stories into a single morning or afternoon.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Is the Iron Throne photo included in the tour?

Yes, there's a photo opportunity on an Iron Throne replica as part of the tour.

Do I need to buy a separate ticket for Lovrjenac Fortress?

Yes, entry to Lovrjenac Fortress costs €15 and is not included. However, a Fortress ticket can be used toward a discount on City Walls tickets within 72 hours.

How long is the tour?

The tour is 3 hours long.

Are the City Walls included?

No, the City Walls are not part of this tour, though you'll see them throughout the Old Town walk.

What Game of Thrones locations are visited?

The tour includes the Walk of Shame stairs, Pile Bay (King's Landing port), Lovrjenac Fortress (the Red Keep), and other filming locations within the Old Town.

Is the guide English-speaking?

Yes, the guide speaks English.

What should I wear?

Comfortable walking shoes are essential for cobblestones. Bring sun protection and water, as the tour involves walking through exposed areas of the Old Town.