Peñíscola & Game of Thrones Castle from Valencia: Full Day

The Castle Where Pope Luna Hid, and Where Game of Thrones Was Shot

You travel from Valencia to the coastal town of Peñíscola with a licensed guide who shows you the walled old town, the Game of Thrones filming locations, and Pope Luna's castle: one of Spain's best-preserved medieval fortresses. Lunch is included, plus an hour of free time to explore the castle gardens, beach, or shops before the return drive to Valencia.

Step-by-step itinerary

Valencia to Peñíscola Game of Thrones Tour

• Travel from Valencia to Peñíscola
• Visit Peñíscola old town and learn history
• See Game of Thrones filming locations
• Walk streets and take photos
• Stop for lunch at a restaurant
• Tour inside the castle with texts and videos
• Enjoy free time: garden, shopping, beach
• Return to Valencia

The experience

The drive from Valencia takes ninety minutes, and honestly, the road is not the scenic part, but then you round a bend and Peñíscola appears on the coast like something from a postcard someone sent you years ago and you finally decided to visit. Your guide meets you at the start, and they have the official license to actually explain what you're looking at instead of just pointing. That matters more than it sounds, especially once you're inside the old town with its narrow streets and whitewashed walls that do look a bit like Santorini if you squint, except this place has its own history that has nothing to do with Greece. The Game of Thrones filming happened here (specific scenes, specific corners), and your guide walks you through them, but the town itself is the real draw. Medieval, walled, built on a peninsula, and it doesn't feel like a set piece even though it's been used as one.

Lunch happens at a restaurant in town, which means you're not eating on a schedule or in a tourist trap. You sit down, eat, and then you have an hour completely free. Some people go to the beach, some wander the old town again with a camera, some find a café. After that comes the castle, Pope Luna's castle, which is one of the last ones the Templars built and one of the best preserved in Spain. You walk through it at your own pace. Each room has signs in Spanish and English explaining what it was, and there are videos too, so you're not just guessing at stone walls. The garden is part of your free time, so if you want to sit there instead of going back inside, you can. Then it's the drive back to Valencia, another ninety minutes, and you arrive at the same meeting point where you started.

What separates this from other Peñíscola tours is the guide. They're not just someone who knows the town. They're officially accredited, which means they know the history of the Templars, Pope Luna, the architecture, and yes, which balcony was in which episode. Most tours in Peñíscola don't have that, and it changes how much you actually understand instead of just see. The group stays small, minimum two people, maximum whatever fits in the van, so it doesn't feel like you're herding through a monument with fifty other tourists.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel or meeting point pickup and return transportation from Valencia in an air-conditioned vehicle, an official licensed guide throughout the old town and castle, lunch at a restaurant, entrance to Pope Luna's castle with self-guided exploration and explanatory signage in Spanish and English, one hour of free time to visit the castle garden, beach, or shops, accident insurance, and cold water during summer months.

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Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

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AgesAdult (13 to 80 years) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (under 3)

GroupUp to 24

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

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.

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Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see Peñíscola's Game of Thrones locations and medieval castle without arranging transport or figuring out which parts of the town matter. The licensed guide handles the history and context, and the fixed itinerary means you cover the main sights in a single day from Valencia.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3).

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 drive from Valencia to Peñíscola?

One hour and thirty minutes each way.

What's included in the tour?

Transportation, an official licensed guide, lunch at a restaurant, castle entry, accident insurance, and an air-conditioned vehicle. Cold water is provided in summer.

Can I visit the castle on my own, or is it guided?

You walk through at your own pace. Each room has explanatory signs in Spanish and English, plus videos. Your guide is available if you have questions.

Is there free time during the day?

Yes, one hour after lunch. You can visit the castle garden, go to the beach, shop, or walk the old town.

What Game of Thrones scenes were filmed in Peñíscola?

Your guide will point out the specific locations where scenes were shot during the tour of the old town.

What is Pope Luna's castle?

A medieval fortress built by the Templars, where Pope Benedict XIII (Pope Luna) took refuge. It's one of the best-preserved castles in Spain.

Is this tour suitable for people with mobility issues?

The tour is suitable for all fitness levels. The old town has cobblestone streets and the castle involves walking and stairs. Ask about specifics when booking.

What's the minimum group size?

Two people. Groups are kept small for a more personal experience.

Do I need to book in advance?

Yes, the tour operates with a minimum of two people, so advance booking is required.

Is lunch included, or do I pay separately?

Lunch is included in the tour price at a restaurant in Peñíscola.