Barcelona & Girona: Game of Thrones Day Tour with Lunch

Summary

Girona’s medieval alleys, film secrets, hearty Catalan lunch and castle views

You’ll walk Girona’s winding alleys where Game of Thrones scenes came alive, snack on quirky ice cream, share a real Catalan lunch in Blanes with locals nearby, and climb castle walls for sea views. Expect laughter and maybe a few surprises along the way — it’s not just for superfans.

What’s the experience like?

We met up right by the Palau de la Música in Barcelona — which I’d only seen from outside before, so that was already a cool start. Our guide, Marta, handed out little maps and cracked a joke about “surviving the Seven Kingdoms traffic” as we loaded into the van. The drive north went quick. I remember the light shifting as we left the city behind — everything looked softer through the window, like someone had turned down the volume on Barcelona’s buzz.

Girona felt different right away. It’s quiet in that old stone way, you know? Marta pointed out where Arya Stark ran through those twisting alleys (she even had screenshots on her phone — pretty fun to compare). At one point, she handed us all ice cream shaped like Ser Jaime’s golden hand. I’ll be honest: it tasted better than it looked. There was this moment when an old man waved at us from his balcony above the Jewish quarter — no idea if he cared about Game of Thrones or just liked seeing tour groups pass by.

After wandering on our own for a bit (I got lost for five minutes but found a tiny bakery), we drove to Blanes for lunch. The owner greeted us with homemade sangria and kept refilling plates — anchovies, tomato bread, some kind of stew I still think about. It was loud in that good way; people talking over each other in Catalan and Spanish, clinking glasses. Later at the medieval castle nearby, the wind picked up and you could see out to the sea — not sure why but standing there felt like pressing pause on everything else.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Game of Thrones tour in Girona

• Meet guide near Palau de la Musica
• Depart Barcelona through Eixample district
• Drive to Girona with city history talk
• Explore Game of Thrones filming locations
• Enjoy ice cream popsicle treat
• Wander medieval alleys and Jewish quarter
• Lunch at family-run local restaurant
• Drive to Blanes, Gateway to Costa Brava
• Visit medieval castle and enjoy views
• Return to Barcelona, arrive at Plaça Catalunya

Top questions

How long is the day trip from Barcelona to Girona?

The tour lasts around 9 hours total, departing Barcelona at 8:45am and returning by 5:30–5:45pm.

Is lunch included on this Game of Thrones Girona tour?

Yes, a full lunch with local specialties is included at a family-run restaurant in Blanes.

Do you visit actual Game of Thrones filming locations?

Yes, you’ll visit key filming sites in Girona used during season six of Game of Thrones.

Is transportation provided from Barcelona?

Yes, air-conditioned transport is included from Barcelona to Girona and back.

Are there vegetarian options for lunch?

The restaurant offers a variety of local starters and mains; dietary needs can usually be accommodated if mentioned ahead.

How big are the tour groups?

This is a small group tour for a more personal experience.

Where does the tour start in Barcelona?

The meeting point is near Palau de la Música Catalana in central Barcelona.

Is there free time to explore Girona alone?

Yes, you’ll have some free time to wander Girona’s medieval center on your own before regrouping for lunch.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup near Palau de la Música Catalana in Barcelona, guided transport through Catalunya with stories along the way, entry to all sites featured on the Game of Thrones trail in Girona with your local guide sharing behind-the-scenes details (and photos), a quirky ice cream treat inspired by Ser Jaime’s golden hand, plenty of free time to get lost or explore at your own pace, then a hearty multi-course lunch with homemade sangria at a family-run restaurant in Blanes before finishing up with castle views over Costa Brava and returning to Barcelona by early evening.