Dubrovnik: Game of Thrones Complete Tour

Dubrovnik turns into King’s Landing in a very practical way on this complete half-day style tour. You get live, on-foot scenes in the Old Town, plus a second stretch by car for the big outdoor locations, with guides who worked on set and know how productions actually find and build moments. It’s the kind of tour where the show details make sense because they’re tied to real streets, real stone, and real Dubrovnik history.

Two things I like a lot: the live guide approach (no whisper audio devices, so questions come naturally) and the hands-on photo stops like the Iron Throne and recreating the Walk of Shame video. If you want laughs, great views, and real context, Katya and Mario (and other guide team members like Joseph, Dennis, and Jelena) make it easy to stay engaged.

One thing to consider: the tour is not for everyone physically. It is not suitable for wheelchair users, and you’ll be walking in hot sun or stone steps. Also, while you’ll get photo views of Lokrum Island, you are not visiting Lokrum itself.

Key Points You Will Care About

• Brsalje meeting point with a Targaryen banner means you can spot your guide fast and start on time.
• Two-part timing: a 10 AM walking tour, then a 2.5-hour lunch break, then a 3-hour car segment.
• Red Keep gardens and terrace views give you the best mix of Renaissance beauty and show-inspired photo angles.
• Srđ hill for King’s Road scenes is where panoramic Dubrovnik views become part of the story.
• Video Walk of Shame plus Iron Throne photo is pure fun, even if you only half-watch the series.
• Lokrum Island is not included as a visit, so plan a separate day if you want to actually go there.

Starting at Brsalje ul.: how the tour starts and where your guide is

The tour kicks off at 10:00 AM at Brsalje ul. 20000, Dubrovnik, at the Amerling fountain. Your guide carries a Targaryen banner, which is a nice touch when you’re trying to meet people in a busy Old Town.

This is also the moment you should set expectations. You’re not getting a headset tour. You’re getting a person, and that matters because Dubrovnik is not flat, and questions pop up as soon as you see a location you recognize.

Wear comfy shoes. Bring a reusable water bottle. Dubrovnik’s stone streets can be slow going, and the tour packs in a lot of walking before you break for lunch.

Old Town King’s Landing scenes on foot: walls, ports, and the Walk of Shame

The morning is built around experiencing Dubrovnik as King’s Landing, with a guide who worked on set and can connect where scenes were shot to how the show works. That perspective helps you look past postcard views and notice the production logic behind each angle.

During the walk, you’ll cover the show’s key Old Town vibes, including the bay of Blackwater and the King’s Landing port area. You also get details that go beyond where a camera stood. You’ll hear about filming across countries and the kinds of problems productions face, including how extras work in different settings.

Photo time is part of the game, too. You’ll be shown spots for the best angles, and you’ll get the kind of encouragement that makes everyone actually take photos instead of just saying we should.

Then comes the fun, slightly theatrical moment. You’ll recreate the Walk of Shame with your guide’s help, and you’ll have the chance to make your own video. If you think you’re too cool for that, Dubrovnik stone somehow makes it harder to stay serious.

You’ll also get a photo on the Iron Throne. It’s a staged moment, yes, but it’s also a memorable one. The best part is how quickly it turns sightseeing into a story you’ll tell later.

Red Keep garden time and terrace views: what you should look for

After you’ve gathered the show cues around the Old Town, the tour moves you toward the Red Keep area. The highlights here are very specific: the gardens of the Red Keep, described as one of the oldest Renaissance gardens in Europe, plus a chance to enjoy King’s Landing from the top terrace.

This is the part of the day where I’d tell you to slow down. Gardens are where you stop thinking like a fan and start thinking like a visitor. It’s easier to appreciate Dubrovnik as a living city once you’re not constantly hunting for the next scene match.

Your guide will point out how different parts of the space helped shape the show’s feel. And yes, you’ll get that classic elevated view that makes you understand why the series loves high ground.

The itinerary also notes that you may head toward the Red Keep or the Fort of St. Lawrence, depending on how the day flows. In either case, you get the same outcome: a break from street-level walking and more dramatic city-and-sea sightlines.

The lunch break rhythm, then Srđ hill for King’s Road photos

The schedule is split. After the morning walking tour, you get a 2.5-hour break for lunch. At 2:30 PM, the group continues in a car for 3 more hours.

This break is useful. Dubrovnik food is good, and you’ll likely be hungry after the morning’s hills and stone steps. It also gives you time to cool off, reset your feet, and swap your camera battery before you head for the big views.

Then you go up for Srđ hill, one of the best places in town for panoramic photos. The tour specifically includes photo moments from Srđ where scenes from the King’s Road were filmed.

Here’s what I’d focus on: take your photos early in the hill time if you can, not at the absolute end. Light changes quickly, and you want at least one set where you can really see the coastline and the city walls. Even if you’ve memorized the show, Dubrovnik itself does the storytelling.

Trsteno gardens and King’s Landing garden scenes

One of the best values in the complete tour is that it doesn’t stop at Dubrovnik proper. You’re transported to the Trsteno Arboretum, where you’ll visit the tour’s King’s Landing Gardens stop.

This is where the show’s world feels planted in real geography. Gardens can be cinematic when you have the right lines, the right shade, and the right plant shapes, and Trsteno is the kind of place that rewards walking slowly. You also learn what connects these spaces to specific filming choices, from the overall look to practical filming concerns.

A practical note: Trsteno botanical garden entry fee is not included. The tour does include transport and help navigating the day, but you should budget 10 euros if you don’t already have tickets sorted.

The good news is that the experience is built so you are not just wandering. Your guide keeps pointing you to what matters, so you don’t end up photographing trees you’ll forget next week.

Driving outside Dubrovnik: more locations plus Republic of Dubrovnik history

After lunch and the morning stops, you shift gears into the car portion. The tour description calls this a 3-hour journey to see all other filming locations outside Dubrovnik.

This part matters because it gives you variety. Old Town is dense and dramatic, but it can start to feel like a repeat of streets and walls if you stay there all day. The car segment spreads you out, adds viewpoints and garden spaces, and keeps the show references from turning into one long highlight reel.

You’ll also hear more about Dubrovnik, especially the history of the Republic of Dubrovnik. The guide stories have a specific kind of charm here. You’re not just learning dates. You’re learning how a city’s role and identity shaped the kinds of places a production could use, and how locals experienced being part of something global.

If you’re a fan of the series, this is where the tour becomes extra satisfying. You see show geography against real geography, and you start noticing why certain scenes feel like they do.

Lokrum Island views, but no Lokrum visit

You will get photos of Lokrum Island and the city walls of Dubrovnik. That is a nice compromise if you’re short on time.

Just don’t confuse that with a visit. The tour is not described as including Lokrum Island itself. If you want a ferry trip, beaches, and time on the island, plan that separately.

Think of this tour as a show-focused and Old Town-focused plan with photo views, not a full island day.

Price and value: what $85 covers, and what might cost extra

The tour price is $85 per person, and what makes it feel like value is the mix of services. You get a local guide, round-trip transport from Old Town Dubrovnik to Trsteno Arboretum, and to two more locations. You also get skip the ticket line, which can save time when you’re bouncing between stops.

But the tour does not include every ticket. Two entry fees are called out explicitly:

• Lovrijenac Fort entry fee: 15 euros (unless you have a city wall ticket or Dubrovnik card, in which case entry to Lovrijenac Fort is free)
• Trsteno botanical garden entry fee: 10 euros

So how do you budget? A realistic approach is to start with the $85 as your base and add only those site entries you actually plan to use. If you already have a Dubrovnik card or city wall ticket, you might cut one of the biggest extra fees.

Is it worth paying extra on top? For me, the deciding factor is the guide-led part. This tour isn’t just checking locations off. It’s the set stories, the show context, and the fun recreated moments that make it more than a map tour.

Who should book this complete tour, and who should not

This works best for:

• Game of Thrones fans who want connections between scenes and real Dubrovnik spaces.
• People who also care about Croatian and Dubrovnik history, not just fictional Westeros lore.
• Travelers who prefer a small-group feel, where you can ask questions and get personal attention.

Skip it or adjust expectations if:

• You want an entire island day for Lokrum. You get photo views, not the full trip.
• You have mobility limitations, because the walking portion is not designed for wheelchair users.
• You dislike scheduled structure. You’ll have a clear rhythm, morning walk, lunch break, then car driving.

If you’re someone who loves a good photo moment, you’ll probably like the Iron Throne photo and the Walk of Shame recreation. And if you’re new to the series, you can still enjoy it, because the history and the guide storytelling do a lot of the heavy lifting.

Should you book Dubrovnik: Game of Thrones Complete Tour?

Book it if you want the best blend of set stories, cinematic photo stops, and real Dubrovnik context in one day. For $85, the value comes from having a guide who can connect what you see to how it was made, plus the extra fun moments that turn walking around a historic city into an experience you’ll remember.

Don’t book it if your top priority is visiting Lokrum Island itself or if you need a fully accessible route. Also, if you hate carrying cash or tracking separate entry fees, factor in the 15 euros for Lovrijenac Fort and 10 euros for Trsteno unless you hold a Dubrovnik card or city wall ticket.

In short: if you’re aiming for a show-and-city day that feels personal and guided, this is a strong choice.

FAQ

What time does the Dubrovnik Game of Thrones Complete Tour start?

It starts at 10:00 AM at Brsalje ul., 20000, Dubrovnik, at the Amerling fountain.

Where is the meeting point, and how do I find the guide?

Meet at Brsalje ul., 20000, Dubrovnik, at the Amerling fountain. The guide will have a Targaryen banner.

How long is the tour?

The total duration is 5 hours, with a split schedule that includes a 2.5-hour lunch break and then a 3-hour car segment starting at 2:30 PM.

What is included in the price?

Included are a local live guide and round-trip transport from Old Town Dubrovnik to Trsteno Arboretum and two more locations.

Are ticket entry fees included for forts and gardens?

No. Lovrijenac Fort entry fee (15 euros) and Trsteno botanical garden entry fee (10 euros) are not included.

Can I get free entry to Lovrijenac Fort?

Lovrijenac Fort entry is free if you have a city wall ticket or a Dubrovnik card.

Is Lokrum Island included?

The tour includes photo opportunities of Lokrum Island, but it does not include visiting Lokrum Island itself.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

No. It is not suitable for wheelchair users.

What should I bring?

Bring a reusable water bottle.

Is there free cancellation?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.