Dubrovnik Game of Thrones Tour & Optional Lokrum Island Visit

Dubrovnik’s Old Town doubles as King’s Landing, and this tour shows you exactly where the action happened. You’ll pass through Pile Gate, visit the harbor used for Blackwater Bay, climb Fort Lovrijenac as the Red Keep, and finish at Cersei’s Walk of Shame staircase. The best guides, including Jelena, Joseph, Ana, Edi, and Josip, add filming tricks and local stories rather than simply pointing at stone walls.

I like the way the tour combines Game of Thrones locations with Dubrovnik history, so it still works if one person in your group has never watched the show. I also like the clear route through places that can be hard to connect on your own, plus the optional Lokrum extension and Iron Throne photo.

The catch is the climb. Fort Lovrijenac involves plenty of steps, and its €15 entry fee is not included unless you have a Dubrovnik Pass or City Wall Ticket. The optional Lokrum visit costs extra, too, so check the full price before booking.

Key points to know before booking

• The Red Keep is a real fortress: Fort Lovrijenac provides the tour’s strongest views and most memorable filming stories.
• The Walk of Shame staircase is the final Old Town highlight: You’ll have time for photos at the Church of St. Ignatius of Loyola.
• The tour is useful for non-fans: Guides explain Dubrovnik’s history and local filming experience alongside the TV scenes.
• The Lokrum add-on changes the outing: Allow roughly three hours in total for the ferry, island visit, Qarth locations, and Iron Throne photo.
• Expect stairs and uneven walking: Comfortable shoes matter, especially for the fortress climb.
• The base price is only part of the cost: The tour is $24.19 per person, but fortress admission and Lokrum transport are separate.

Starting beside the Large Onofrio Fountain

The meeting point is the Large Onofrio Fountain inside Dubrovnik’s Old Town, close to the Hard Rock Cafe and the western entrance. Look for the representative with a red umbrella marked Dubrovnik Walking Tours. This is a sensible place to begin because Pile Gate, the first filming stop, is only a short walk away.

The walking portion lasts about two hours. The group can include up to 70 people, although the guide may split a large group in half so everyone can hear and ask questions. Audio guides have also been used successfully, which helps when the streets are crowded or the group stretches along a narrow lane.

Your guide sets the tone early. Names praised for clear explanations, humor, and enthusiasm include Jelena, Joseph, Ana, Edi, Ivica, and Josip. The exact guide depends on the departure, but you should expect an English-language guide who covers both the series and Dubrovnik itself.

Pile Gate and the first King’s Landing scenes

Pile Gate is an excellent opening stop because it makes the TV connection easy to see. In the series, the gate appears during the angry crowd scenes involving King Joffrey, his guards, and the returning Jaime Lannister.

The guide explains how the gate was used for different moments in Seasons 2 and 3. Scene photographs are especially useful here. They let you compare the real entrance with the finished television image and see how camera angles and editing changed the sense of place.

There is no separate admission fee for this part of the tour. The drawback is that Pile Gate is a working entrance to the Old Town, not a closed movie set. People come and go, and the area can feel tight when several groups arrive at once.

Kolorina Beach, the docks of King’s Landing

The route continues beneath the drawbridge and outside the walls to Kolorina. This small beach served as one of the docks of King’s Landing. The guide connects it with scenes involving Joffrey, Cersei, Tyrion, and Sansa as well as the departure of Myrcella for Dorne.

The location also helps explain how the production reused Dubrovnik’s shoreline. A single stretch of coast could represent different parts of the fictional city, depending on the angle and the story being filmed. That behind-the-scenes detail is one of the tour’s practical strengths. You learn not only where a scene was shot, but how the production made one place look like several.

This stop is brief, around ten minutes, so think of it as a focused explanation and photo pause rather than a long visit. If you want time to linger by the water, you may need to return independently.

West Harbour and Blackwater Bay

At Dubrovnik’s West Harbour, the guide points out filming locations used for Blackwater Bay and the wildfire scenes. The pier also appeared during conversations involving Sansa, Shae, and Littlefinger.

This is where a good guide adds real value. From the ground, a filming location may look ordinary until you see a still image or hear which characters stood there. Guides such as Joseph and Jelena have been praised for explaining filming logistics, local involvement, and the experience of Dubrovnik during the period of Game of Thrones production.

The harbor stop also marks the approach to Fort Lovrijenac. You can see the steep route ahead, so this is a good moment to adjust your pace and make sure you have water.

Fort Lovrijenac, the tour’s main event

Fort Lovrijenac is the most important stop and the one that makes the extra admission worthwhile for many fans. The fortress represents the Red Keep, the seat of power in King’s Landing. Its walls and elevated position give you a strong view back toward Dubrovnik’s Old Town and the Adriatic.

Inside and around the fort, the guide discusses scenes connected with the Purple Wedding, King Joffrey’s name-day tournament, the Great Hall, and the Iron Throne setting. The real fortress does not reproduce every television interior, so keep your expectations sensible. You are visiting the filming site and hearing how it was used, not walking through a preserved set.

The climb is the main physical test. The tour description allows about 45 minutes here, but the stairs begin before you reach the fort and continue inside. One guide, Jelena, was specifically praised for helping people manage the steps and pausing when needed. Still, you should wear shoes with a firm grip and take your time.

Admission costs €15 per person. That fee is not included in the tour price, but entry is free if you have a Dubrovnik Pass or a City Wall Ticket. This makes the tour a better value if you already plan to buy one of those passes for other sightseeing.

Returning through the Old Town

After descending from the fort, the group heads back into Dubrovnik’s streets. The route connects ordinary-looking corners with scenes from the rebellion against Joffrey, Sansa’s escape, Jaime’s return, Littlefinger’s brothel, and Tyrion’s meeting with Prince Oberyn Martell.

This part is less about grand views and more about seeing how the Old Town’s lanes served the story. The guide helps you match the show’s action to the real streets, which is difficult to do from a map alone.

I like this section because it also works as a short orientation to Dubrovnik. Guides commonly add local history and practical suggestions, including places to eat. Ana, for example, has been praised for offering local food tips along with her show knowledge. The tour is not a full Dubrovnik history walk, but you get more than a sequence of television references.

The Church of St. Ignatius and Cersei’s Walk of Shame

The staircase outside the Church of St. Ignatius of Loyola is the tour’s most recognizable photo stop. It represents the route Cersei takes during her Walk of Shame, a public punishment in the Faith of the Seven.

The setting is striking even without the television connection. The long staircase rises through a Baroque part of the Old Town, creating a strong view for photos. Your guide explains the scene and the filming process, then gives you a chance to take pictures.

This is usually the emotional high point for fans, but it can also be the busiest stop. Be patient when other groups are using the stairs, and remember that the location remains a public passage. You may not get a completely empty photo.

Adding Lokrum Island and the Iron Throne

The optional Lokrum visit extends the experience beyond the Old Town. From Veliki Muo, you take the ferry to Lokrum Island, a leafy natural retreat used as Qarth in Season 2. The extension includes the main two-hour route first, followed by the island visit.

On Lokrum, the guide explains how the island was adapted for filming and takes you to Dubrovnik’s official Iron Throne. The throne photo is included in the experience and is an obvious reason to choose the add-on if you want a souvenir image rather than only exterior locations.

The island option adds about 30 minutes according to the listed timing, but the full outing is described as roughly two to three hours. Ferry timing and the island transfer are part of the extra cost, so allow some flexibility rather than planning a tight appointment immediately afterward.

Round-trip transport and Lokrum admission cost €30 for adults and €5 for children aged 5 to 17. That is a significant addition to a $24.19 base tour. I would choose it if the Iron Throne and Qarth scenes matter to you. If your main interest is the Old Town and the Red Keep, the standard walking tour covers the strongest sites at a lower total price.

What the guides add

The guide can make or break a location tour, and this experience depends heavily on personality. The strongest feedback centers on guides who explain the series with humor while also discussing Dubrovnik’s past and the practical side of filming.

Joseph has been praised for funny stories, clear explanations, and his care with older people on the stairs. Jelena is noted for her passion, scene knowledge, and steady pace. Ana brings local information and food suggestions, while Edi and Josip combine show trivia with Dubrovnik facts.

You should not expect every guide to use exactly the same stories. That is normal on a walking tour. The consistent aim is to show scene locations, explain how filming worked, and give you a better sense of the city beyond its role as King’s Landing.

Value, timing, and group size

At $24.19 per person, the standard tour is fairly priced for a guided two-hour route through several filming locations. The value is strongest if you want context. You could find Pile Gate, the church staircase, and some harbor views yourself, but you would not easily know which scenes were filmed where or how the locations were altered for television.

The full cost rises once you add Fort Lovrijenac. If you do not have a Dubrovnik Pass or City Wall Ticket, add €15 per person. The Lokrum option adds another €30 for adults. Families should note the lower Lokrum admission of €5 for children aged 5 to 17, while the supplied information does not give a child price for the standard walking tour.

A group of up to 70 people is possible, so this is not designed as a quiet private walk. Large groups may be split and supported with audio equipment, but narrow streets and busy photo stops can still slow the pace. Private tours are also mentioned in the experience feedback, though this particular offer is presented as a group tour.

Who should book this Dubrovnik tour?

I would book it if you have watched Game of Thrones and want to connect the fictional story with real places. The fort, harbor, and Walk of Shame staircase are strong enough to justify the outing, especially when the guide has scene images ready.

It also suits mixed groups. People who have not seen the show can still enjoy Dubrovnik’s streets, the fortress views, and the local stories. The tour is less suitable if you dislike stairs, need a completely relaxed pace, or want a detailed architectural tour without television references.

The tour is offered in English. Service animals are allowed, most people can participate, and the route is near public transportation. Because the activity requires good weather, poor conditions can lead to a new date or a full refund.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations inside that 24-hour window are not refunded, and the cut-off follows local Dubrovnik time.

Should you book it?

Book the standard walking tour if you want an efficient way to see the major Dubrovnik filming locations and hear the stories behind them. Bring comfortable shoes, budget for the fort, and expect stairs.

Choose the Lokrum option if the Qarth scenes and official Iron Throne photo are important to you. Skip the add-on if your time or budget is tight. The core route already includes the Red Keep, Blackwater Bay, the Old Town scenes, and the Walk of Shame staircase, which are the most rewarding parts for many fans.

FAQ

Where does the Game of Thrones tour start?

It starts beside the Large Onofrio Fountain inside Dubrovnik’s Old Town, near the Hard Rock Cafe. Look for a representative carrying a red umbrella with the Dubrovnik Walking Tours sign.

How long does the standard tour last?

The walking tour takes about two hours.

How long does the Lokrum option take?

The complete experience lasts approximately two to three hours. The Lokrum portion includes the ferry ride, island visit, Qarth filming locations, and Iron Throne photo opportunity.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes. The tour is offered in English.

Is Fort Lovrijenac included in the price?

The fortress admission is not included. It costs €15 per person, although entry is free with a Dubrovnik Pass or City Wall Ticket.

How much does the Lokrum option cost?

Round-trip transportation and Lokrum Island admission cost €30 for adults and €5 for children aged 5 to 17.

Is the Iron Throne photo opportunity included?

Yes. The experience includes an Iron Throne photo opportunity, available during the Lokrum option.

Does the tour involve stairs?

Yes. The route includes the climb to Fort Lovrijenac and other steps in Dubrovnik’s Old Town. Comfortable shoes are recommended.

How large can the group be?

The activity can have a maximum of 70 participants. Large groups may be split so guides can maintain better interaction and answer questions.

Can I cancel for a refund?

You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refunded. If poor weather cancels the tour, you will be offered another date or a full refund.