Split: Game of Thrones Filming Locations & Palace History

Where Daenerys Kept Her Dragons: Split's Palace & TV Locations in One Hour

You walk through Split's 2,000-year-old Roman palace and its Game of Thrones filming locations with a licensed guide, descend into the dragon dungeons, sit for a photo on the Iron Throne, watch battle scenes on tablet while Dalmatian singers perform live, and finish with local tips for the rest of your stay: all in one hour by the sea.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Peristyle Square10m
2. Riva Promenade10m

Game of Thrones walking tour in Split

• Visit Peristyle Square and sphinx
• Enter Diocletian's Palace main entrance
• Explore dark dungeons of dragons
• Take photo on the Iron Throne
• Watch Unsullied battle video and live singing
• Conclude tour by the sea with tips

The experience

The moment you step into the Peristyle Square, you hear the echo of footsteps on stone that's been here for 1,700 years. That's Diocletian's Palace: the Roman emperor's fortress that became the heart of Split, and later, the backdrop for some of Game of Thrones' most pivotal scenes. Your guide walks you through the main palace entrance, pointing out the double doors mechanism the Romans called the "human mousetrap," then down into the dungeons where, in the show, Daenerys kept her dragons chained while they grew wild and uncontrollable. It's a strange feeling standing in that actual space, knowing both the history and the fiction that filmed here.

The tour moves fast, it's only an hour, but it doesn't skip. You'll see where the Unsullied fought the Sons of the Harpy, and there's a moment where an a cappella group sings traditional Dalmatian songs live while you watch Game of Thrones battle scenes on a tablet. Then comes the part everyone wants: you sit on the Iron Throne itself and get a photo, the kind of souvenir that actually means something because you're holding it in the place where it was filmed. The guide weaves the city's 2,000 years of history (Roman emperors, the persecution of Christianity, the medieval period, even the 3,500-year-old Egyptian sphinx in the square) into the story of how this palace became what it is.

The walk ends by the Riva Promenade, the waterfront where the guide gives you real advice: where to eat without the tourist markup, which beaches are worth the trip, how to spend time in Split and Dalmatia without overspending. It's practical and honest, the kind of local knowledge that makes the rest of your stay better. The whole thing moves at a walking pace, so it's manageable for most people, and the evening timing means you're not fighting the midday heat or the crowds.

What’s included

• Guided evening walking tour through Split's historic center.
• entry to Game of Thrones filming locations including the palace dungeons.
• photo on the Iron Throne with souvenir.
• video screening of Game of Thrones battle scenes on tablet.
• live performance of Dalmatian a cappella songs.
• licensed tour guide.
• local recommendations for food, beaches, and affordable activities in Split and Dalmatia.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 19:30

Book up to4h before

GroupUp to 15

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.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Hi-story hiSTORY

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want Split's history and Game of Thrones locations in one compact evening without planning multiple stops: the one-hour format fits between other activities, and the guide's local tips at the end save you time figuring out where to go next.

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Top questions

How long is the Split Game of Thrones tour?

One hour. The tour covers the Peristyle Square, palace dungeons, Iron Throne photo stop, and Riva Promenade.

What's included in the tour?

Guided walking tour with a licensed guide, visit to Game of Thrones filming locations, photo on the Iron Throne, video of battle scenes on tablet, and live Dalmatian singing in the dungeons.

Do I get to sit on the Iron Throne?

Yes. You take a photo on the Iron Throne as part of the tour and keep it as a souvenir.

What is the Peristyle Square?

The main square of Diocletian's Palace, where the emperor's mausoleum (now the Cathedral of St. Domnius) stands, along with a 3,500-year-old Egyptian sphinx.

Is the tour suitable for people with limited fitness?

Yes. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels and covers a walking route through the palace and promenade.

When does the tour run?

It's an evening walking tour. Specific departure times should be confirmed when booking.

Are there Game of Thrones scenes actually filmed in Split?

Yes. The tour visits locations where Daenerys kept her dragons, where the Unsullied fought the Sons of the Harpy, and other scenes from the series were filmed in the palace dungeons and surrounding areas.

Is there public transportation near the tour meeting point?

Yes. Public transportation options are available nearby the tour location.