Split: Game of Thrones Walking Tour & Diocletian's Palace

Where Game of Thrones Was Filmed: Split's Real Locations

You walk through Split's old town with a licensed guide, visiting the Diocletian's Palace Cellars, Golden Gate, and Vestibul: all real Game of Thrones filming locations. Entry to the Cellars is included. The route takes 2–3 hours, stays mostly in the compact city center, and works for all fitness levels as long as you wear comfortable shoes for the uneven stone streets.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Game of Thrones filming sites

• Visit Diocletian’s Palace Cellars
• See the Golden Gate
• Explore the historic Vestibul
• Walk through Peristyle Square
• Stroll main promenade and alleys
• Enjoy Mediterranean atmosphere
• Take photos of iconic locations

The experience

The tour starts at Peristyle Square, the heart of Diocletian's Palace, where you meet your licensed guide. From there you move straight into the Game of Thrones walking tour through Split's center, hitting the exact spots where scenes were shot. The Cellars (entry is included), the Golden Gate, and the Vestibul. It's not a re-enactment or a themed walk. It's the actual city, and your guide points out which moments happened where, mixing the show's story with the real history of the palace and the streets around it.

You'll spend most of the time in the old town itself, moving between the main promenade and the narrow alleys that cut through the medieval quarters. The walk is steady but not strenuous: comfortable shoes matter because the stone is uneven and the route winds. As you go, you pass cafés, local shops, and squares where people are just living their day, which is part of what makes it feel like a real place rather than a set. Your guide talks about the palace's 1,700-year history alongside the filming, so you're not just collecting photo spots. You're learning why Split looks the way it does.

The Cellars are the standout moment. They're underground, cool, and visibly ancient, and they're where some of the most recognizable scenes took place. You have time to photograph them and ask questions. After that, the route takes you through the Golden Gate and the Vestibul, both monumental and both filmed, and then back through the center. Bring a camera. The light in the old town is good most of the day, and the palace architecture photographs well from multiple angles. The tour wraps in the city center, so you can grab lunch or keep exploring on your own time.

What’s included

• Professional licensed guide.
• entry to Diocletian's Palace Cellars.
• walking tour of Game of Thrones filming locations including Peristyle Square, Golden Gate, and Vestibul.
• time to photograph locations throughout the old town.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 11:30 and 18:30Last departure this season: 15 Nov

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AgesAdult (15 to 97 years) · Child (3 to 14 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 20

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

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$ 11.46

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Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Šugaman Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see the actual Game of Thrones filming locations in Split without arranging your own route or paying separate entry fees. The guide handles the history and the palace entry, leaving you free to focus on the sites and take photos.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 14 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.

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

The tour typically runs 2–3 hours, moving at a steady pace through the old town and palace grounds.

Is entry to Diocletian's Palace Cellars included?

Yes, entry to the Cellars is included in the tour price.

What are the main filming locations visited?

The tour covers Peristyle Square, Diocletian's Palace Cellars, the Golden Gate, and the Vestibul: all real locations used in Game of Thrones.

Do I need to be fit to do this tour?

The tour is suitable for all fitness levels. It involves walking on uneven stone streets, so comfortable shoes are essential.

Can I bring a stroller or pram?

Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller during the tour.

Is the guide a professional?

Yes, the guide is professionally licensed and knowledgeable about both the show's filming and Split's history.

What should I wear?

Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. The tour is outdoors and involves walking on historic stone streets.

Can I use public transport to get to the starting point?

Yes, public transportation options are available near the tour's starting location in the city center.