Dubrovnik: Game of Thrones Private Walking Tour with Filming Stories

Summary

Walk Dubrovnik’s Old Town through Game of Thrones eyes, private guide shares filming tales at every turn

You’ll wander Dubrovnik’s Old Town with a private guide who knows both Game of Thrones lore and real city secrets—sometimes firsthand as an extra! Stand where iconic scenes were filmed, sample local ice cream near St Dominic Street, hear unexpected stories at each stop, and finish with your own Iron Throne photo moment.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll admit it — I booked this private Game of Thrones walking tour in Dubrovnik mostly out of curiosity. I mean, I liked the show (who didn’t?), but I wasn’t sure if I’d care about every alley or stone. Turns out, wandering Kolorina Bay (yeah, Blackwater Bay) with our guide Ana was way more fun than expected. She’d been an extra in a few scenes — she showed us her blurry cameo on her phone and laughed about the costumes (“so itchy!”). The salt in the air mixed with that old stone smell you only get by the sea. We paused while some local kids jumped off the rocks yelling in Croatian — not quite Westeros, but close enough.

Pile Gate looked different up close — smaller maybe? Ana pointed out how they shot it from all these weird angles so it always seemed like a new place on screen. And then Stradun… It’s wild to walk down that shiny street knowing it got blown to bits (fictionally) for King’s Landing. There were tourists everywhere, but Ana somehow steered us around the crowds and still managed to slip in stories about old pharmacies and why everyone rubs that statue’s nose for luck. At one point she handed us ice cream from this tiny window near St Dominic Street — pistachio for me, which melted faster than I could eat it. Didn’t mind.

I kept getting distracted by little things: an old man sweeping his doorstep, church bells echoing off stone walls, someone selling figs out of a basket near Rector’s Palace. We stopped outside Rupe Museum — apparently Littlefinger’s brothel in the show — and Ana explained how those narrow streets became Flea Bottom with just a few props and some clever camera work. She had a story for everything, even stuff that had nothing to do with dragons or thrones. Sometimes she’d pause mid-sentence to wave at someone she knew; you could tell she actually lives here.

The last stop was the Iron Throne replica (yeah, you get a picture). It’s cheesy but honestly kind of fun after hearing all those behind-the-scenes bits. I don’t know if I’ll ever rewatch Game of Thrones the same way again — now when I think about King’s Landing, it smells like sea spray and fresh waffle cones. That surprised me most.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Game of Thrones filming locations tour

• Visit Kolorina Bay (Blackwater Bay)
• See Pile Gate main entrance
• Walk along Stradun (Placa) street
• Stop at St Dominic Street
• Explore Ploce Gate and Arms Square
• View Rector's Palace atrium
• Climb staircase to Jesuit church
• Visit exterior of Ethnographic Museum
• See Iron Throne filming site

Top questions

Is this Game of Thrones walking tour in Dubrovnik private?

Yes, this is a completely private tour—just your group and the guide.

Do guides have experience with Game of Thrones filming?

Some guides were extras on the show and all are big fans familiar with filming details.

What main locations are visited during the tour?

You’ll see Kolorina Bay (Blackwater Bay), Pile Gate, Stradun (Placa), St Dominic Street, Rector's Palace exterior, Rupe Museum area, and more.

Is there an Iron Throne replica included?

Yes, you’ll have time for photos on the Iron Throne replica during your tour.

Does the tour include entrance fees to museums?

No museum entries are included; most filming spots are outside or visible from entrances.

How long does the walking tour take?

The exact duration isn’t listed but expect a standard city walking pace covering several key sites.

Is food or drink included?

No meals are included but there may be stops to try local treats like ice cream at your own expense.

Are public transportation options nearby?

Yes, public transport is available close to Dubrovnik Old Town where the tour starts.

Is this tour suitable for travelers with mobility issues?

This walking tour isn’t recommended for those with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health due to uneven ground and stairs.

What’s included

Your day includes private guiding from a licensed professional—sometimes even a former show extra—plus plenty of stories about both Game of Thrones filming and Dubrovnik history as you walk between iconic sites like Kolorina Bay and Pile Gate. You’ll also get time for photos on an Iron Throne replica along the way before finishing up near Arms Square or wherever feels right that day.