Private Game of Thrones and City Wall Tour

Dubrovnik is one of those rare places where Game of Thrones locations feel like they are already part of the real streets. This private tour is interesting because you connect the show to the actual city, then you finish with a guided walk on the Dubrovnik City Walls for big views.

What I love is the private format, so you can ask questions as you go, and the tour includes a Game of Thrones album that helps you spot scenes faster while you are standing there. The one drawback to plan for is that the best part, the walls and Lovrjenac Fortress, has extra entrance fees, and you will do a fair amount of walking.

You start at Amerling Fountain near the Old Town area, then you end around Stradun inside the historic center. The tour is in English, and from what guides like Natasa and Mihaela show on the ground, expect a relaxed pace with lots of scene-specific photos to jog your memory.

Key Highlights You’ll Care About

• Kolorina Bay as Blackwater Bay, with a clear route to the filming spots tied to the story beats
• Lovrjenac Fortress (Red Keep) for actor and behind-the-scenes details plus a strong Old Town view
• Stradun + Ivan Gundulić square, including the famous Shame Stairs area and market vibes
• Pile Gate as King’s Landing, with the Joffrey attack location explained on-site
• Dubrovnik City Walls, a guided hour with major panoramas and more Game of Thrones stops
• Game of Thrones album included, so you are not just hearing references, you are matching them visually

Why Dubrovnik City Walls Pair So Well With Game of Thrones

If you have ever watched the series and thought, okay, but how does this look in real life, Dubrovnik answers that fast. The stone, the tight streets, and the tall ramparts are the kind of setting that already feels theatrical. Instead of treating it like a film theme park, this tour uses the actual city layout as your map.

The best part is that the walking sequence makes sense. You move from bay-side areas, to fort walls, to the Old Town streets, then you end high above it all. By the time you reach the City Walls, the city stops being a postcard and becomes a place you understand.

And because this is private, the guide can tailor the speed to your group. If you are a total superfan, you will want extra scene talk. If you are more casually curious, you can focus on city history and views without feeling left behind.

Timing, Pace, and What to Expect From the 2.5 Hours

Plan on about 2 hours 30 minutes of active touring. It is not a long sit-down tour. You are outside for most of it, moving between multiple Old Town locations and then up and along the walls.

The tour asks for moderate physical fitness. It is also not recommended for travelers with knee problems, and that is not just a legal note. City Walls and fortress steps are real stone under your feet, and even a short walk can feel tougher if your knees do not love stairs or inclines.

Timing also matters because Dubrovnik can get busy around the Old Town. A private tour helps here because your guide can keep the group moving at a manageable pace, instead of waiting in the crush.

Stop 1: Kolorina Bay, Where the Show Connects to the Coast

You meet your guide at Amerling Fountain (Ul. Svetog Đurđa), near Dubravka restaurant. After introductions, you get the program rundown and then a Game of Thrones-first approach: you are there to recognize specific filming locations and story moments.

From there you head to Kolorina Bay, a spot used as Blackwater Bay in the series. The guide points out highlights tied to what you remember from the show, including where the story moment ends on screen and the area associated with Myrcella being sent away.

This stop is only about 15 minutes, and admission is free, so it works as a quick story-setting warm-up. The Game of Thrones album included with the tour is especially useful here, because the guide can show you exactly what to look for and help you connect the frame to the real shoreline.

Practical note: this is a bay setting, so you may feel wind off the water. A light layer can be smart depending on the season.

Stop 2: Lovrjenac Fortress (Red Keep) and the St. Lawrence View

Next you head to Tvrđava Lovrjenac / Lovrjenac Fortress. This is where you get a big, literal fortress feel, and the guide frames it as a version of the Red Keep set. On the way, you also get actor-focused details and behind-the-scenes moments, which is one of the main reasons people book this as a private experience.

Then you explore the fort of St Lawrence. The guide uses the setting to explain how filming adapted the space for the screen. You also get a payoff that is not about television at all: spectacular views of the Old Town from above.

This stop is about 30 minutes and the entrance is not included. The fort entrance fee is 15 EUR. Here is the smart part for value: that fort ticket acts like a discount later for the City Walls. If you do not have the Dubrovnik Pass, the later wall ticket drops from 35 EUR to 20 EUR thanks to the Lovrjenac discount.

You also get some free time, including a chance to use the restroom. That is a real benefit because the second half of the tour includes more walking and the City Walls can take stamina out of you.

If you already have a Dubrovnik Pass, you may be able to get entrance free for both stops, which can be worth checking before you book.

Stop 3: Stradun, the Old Town Street You’ll Actually Walk Through

After the fortress, you transition into the heart of Dubrovnik: Stradun. This is the main promenade spine of the Old Town, and it is one of the reasons Dubrovnik feels so “perfect” for walking. The guide shows which other movies were filmed here, which helps you see the street as more than just a backdrop.

This segment is around 15 minutes and admission is free. You will not spend long here, but you will cover enough ground to feel the street’s scale and the way it connects the town spaces.

For Game of Thrones fans, the benefit is timing. You have already been in story-focused locations at Kolorina Bay and the fortress. Now you are back at street level, which makes the connections easier to hold onto when you reach the next iconic gateway.

Stop 4: Ivan Gundulić Monument and the Shame Stairs Area

You then see the Monument of Poet Ivan Gundulić and the area around it, including the spot associated with the Shame Stairs. The guide also points out Ivan Gundulić square, which is known for the farmer market scene.

This is a short stop, about 10 minutes, and admission is free. It is the kind of stop that works well because it gives you a visual landmark. Even if you have not been steeped in the show for weeks, Shame Stairs is a name people remember.

Also, these are the kinds of places where you can stop for a photo without breaking the pace of the tour too much. In a private format, your guide can help with timing so you do not feel rushed.

Stop 5: Pile Gate, the Entrance to King’s Landing

Then you reach Pile Gate, which is essentially the Old Town entrance you use to step into what the guide frames as King’s Landing. This is a quick stop at about 10 minutes, and admission is free.

The guide ties the location to a specific story moment, including where Joffrey was attacked by people of King’s Landing. It is the kind of connection that makes you see the gate differently. Instead of just a pretty entrance, it becomes a staging point the guide helps you understand in “where the scene would play out” terms.

From a touring standpoint, the gate stop also serves a practical purpose. It sets you up for the City Walls walk, because you are now thinking like a person moving through a protected city.

Stop 6: Dubrovnik City Walls, the Guided Hour That Makes the Tour Worth It

Finally, the tour moves into the highlight for most people: the Dubrovnik City Walls. This is described as one of the most unique walls in Europe, and that matches what you feel when you are walking on ramparts that actually ring the town.

You enter the walls and walk with your guide for about 1 hour. The views are the big draw. You can look across the Old Town, scan the rooftops, and see the city from angles that street-level walking simply cannot give you.

And yes, there are more Game of Thrones locations explained on the wall walk too. The guide even frames the experience in a fun way: walk like Khaleesi around the House of the Undying area, as part of the story connections you are making.

Now, the cost piece. The City Walls entrance fee is 35 EUR. If you already paid the Lovrjenac Fortress entrance, you get the discount and pay 20 EUR for the wall portion later. If you have a Dubrovnik Pass, entrance to both can be free.

Budget reality check: entrance fees are the main extra cost. The tour price is not the same as the total Dubrovnik experience cost, but it is also fair. You are paying for a guide to connect the locations in a way you cannot easily do on your own, then you still get the independence of a real wall walk.

What You Actually Get for the Price ($119.83)

The listed price is $119.83 per person, and the included value is clear.

You get a professional licensed guide plus a Game of Thrones album. You also get a mobile ticket, which is useful for quick check-in and reduces paper hassle.

Because this is private, you are not paying for the privilege of walking behind strangers. You are paying for control of pace and for explanations that match your group’s questions. That is a big deal on a walking tour where 30 seconds of curiosity can turn into a full conversation.

The entrance fees are the main add-on. City Walls and Lovrjenac Fortress are listed as an extra €40 per person, even though the details show a discount system when you do Lovrjenac first. Either way, it is wise to treat the tour as a two-part purchase: guided experience plus on-site entry fees.

If you are traveling as a family or a small group of friends, private guides can feel like better value because the guide time is the same whether there are two people or more. One more practical note: this tour is often booked far in advance (by about 77 days on average), so plan ahead instead of assuming you can grab a slot last minute.

Guides Who Make the Show Part of the City

A standout theme from real-world guide experiences is that the guides use strong visual tools. People like Natasa and Mihaela have been praised for being on time, friendly, and able to answer questions in a way that stays organized even when you ask a lot.

What matters for you is not the resume detail. It is the approach. A great GOT guide shows you photos from scenes to jog your memory and to help you compare what the show turned on camera versus what you see today. That turns the series from background noise into an active layer of meaning while you walk.

Also, several guides keep the pace manageable. That is especially important because the second half includes the City Walls. If you want an enjoyable experience, not a speed-walk, a private format paired with a guide who controls the pace is the difference.

Who This Tour Suits Best (and Who Might Skip)

You will probably love this if:

• You want the Game of Thrones locations explained while you are physically in the spots
• You care about views and want an expert to point out what you are seeing
• You prefer a private tour where you can ask questions without feeling like you are slowing down a group

This might not be the best fit if:

• You have knee problems or you know steps and uneven stone are likely to flare up pain
• You are trying to keep total costs low, because entrance fees for the fort and walls are a meaningful add-on
• You want a completely self-guided day with no guide interpretation at all

And even if you are not fully caught up on the series, this tour can still work because the visuals help you connect quickly. The City Walls and Stradun alone are worth your time.

Should You Book This Private Game of Thrones and City Walls Tour?

Book it if you want the smartest way to see Dubrovnik as both a real city and a show-shaped set. The pairing of Lovrjenac plus a guided City Walls walk is the strongest combination, and the included Game of Thrones album helps you make connections without squinting and guessing.

Skip it if you cannot handle stairs and ramparts, or if you want to avoid the extra entrance fees. In that case, you might be happier using Dubrovnik’s Old Town on your own and spending your money on food and slower views.

FAQ

How long is the Private Game of Thrones and City Wall Tour?

It runs for approximately 2 hours 30 minutes.

Where do I meet the guide, and where does the tour end?

You meet at Amerling Fountain (Ul. Svetog Đurđa, 20000, Dubrovnik). The tour ends inside the Old Town, at Stradun (20000), and can end anywhere you want.

Is this tour private?

Yes. It is a private tour/activity, and only your group participates.

What language is the tour offered in?

The tour is offered in English.

What is included in the tour price?

Included are a professional licensed guide and a Game of Thrones album. You also get a mobile ticket.

What entrance fees are not included?

Entrance fees are not included for City Walls and Lovrjenac. The total is listed as €40.00 per person. City Walls are 35 EUR, and Lovrjenac Fortress has a 15 EUR entrance fee.

Is hotel pickup available?

Pickup is possible upon request, but it comes with an extra charge.

Is the tour suitable for people with knee problems?

It is not recommended for travelers with knee problems. The tour requires a moderate physical fitness level.

What happens if weather is bad or the minimum number of travelers is not met?

The experience requires good weather. If it is canceled due to poor weather, you will be offered another date or a full refund. If the minimum number of travelers is not met, you will be offered a different date or experience, or a full refund.