Dubrovnik: Game of Thrones Walking Tour & Lokrum Island

Summary

Walk Dubrovnik’s old town, spot GoT scenes, ferry to Lokrum for the Iron Throne

You’ll trace Game of Thrones filming locations across Dubrovnik’s Old Town with a local guide who shares insider stories and laughs along the way. Climb Fort Lovrijenac for epic city views, then ferry to Lokrum Island to sit on the Iron Throne before lingering by the sea or exploring hidden paths. It’s part fandom trip, part real Croatian adventure.

What’s the experience like?

We met our guide just outside Pile Gate—she had this battered folder full of behind-the-scenes photos and a grin that made you feel like you were about to be let in on a secret. The stones underfoot were still damp from last night’s rain, which somehow made the city walls look even older. I’d seen Dubrovnik in pictures, but walking through Stradun with someone pointing out “that’s where Cersei started her walk” felt weirdly intimate. There was a group of teenagers trying to re-enact the scene (not very convincingly), and our guide just rolled her eyes and said, “Every day.” She told us how locals got roped into being extras—her cousin was apparently a Lannister guard for three summers running.

Fort Lovrijenac is steeper than it looks on TV—I was out of breath halfway up, but the view over Blackwater Bay is worth every step. You can almost hear the shouts from those battle scenes if you squint hard enough (or maybe that was just me). Our guide had stories about how they’d close off parts of the Old Town at 4am for filming, and how everyone in Dubrovnik suddenly became obsessed with spotting famous actors at bakeries. I tried to imagine what it must’ve been like to have your home turned into King’s Landing overnight. The city feels different when you know these tiny details.

If you pick the Lokrum Island option (which we did because why not), there’s a quick ferry ride—seagulls everywhere, salty air, people chattering in half a dozen languages. Lokrum itself is quieter than I expected. There are peacocks wandering around (nobody warned me about that), and inside the old Benedictine Monastery is the official Iron Throne. Sitting on it felt silly but also… oddly satisfying? We all took turns, laughing at each other’s terrible “You win or you die” impressions. Afterward, some folks stayed to swim or just lay in the sun—I wandered off for coffee and nearly got lost among pine trees. I still think about that hour on Lokrum; it felt like slipping out of time for a bit.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Game of Thrones tour and Lokrum visit

• Visit major filming locations
• Explore Fort Lovrijenac fortress
• Enter Old Town via Pile Gate
• See Cersei's Walk of Shame site
• Walk along Stradun main street
• Travel to Sveti Jakov Beach ferry
• Take ferry to Lokrum Island
• Visit Iron Throne at Benedictine Monastery
• Relax, swim, or hike on Lokrum Island

Top questions

How long does the Game of Thrones tour in Dubrovnik take?

The main walking tour lasts about 2 hours; with the Lokrum Island option included, it takes around 3 hours.

Is there an official Iron Throne photo opportunity?

Yes, if you choose the Lokrum Island option, you can take a photo sitting on the official Iron Throne in the Benedictine Monastery.

Are there lots of stairs on this Dubrovnik Game of Thrones tour?

Yes, expect roughly 10 flights of stairs along the route; it's not recommended for people with mobility issues.

Can I stay on Lokrum Island after the tour ends?

Yes, after your guided visit you’re free to stay as long as you want—swim, hike or relax until later ferries back.

Does this tour include entry fees or tickets?

The tour includes your guided experience and Iron Throne photo (Lokrum option); ferry tickets are required for Lokrum Island.

Where does the Game of Thrones tour start?

The tour starts near Pile Gate at Dubrovnik's Old Town entrance.

What’s included

Your day includes a licensed local guide who brings filming locations to life with stories and photos; if you opt for Lokrum Island, you'll get ferry access plus time to explore or relax after snapping your Iron Throne picture inside the monastery.