Dubrovnik: Game of Thrones&Lokrum Island Walking Tour

What makes this tour fun is how quickly Dubrovnik turns into King’s Landing. You walk the streets tied to the show and then hop over to Lokrum Island for that bigger, postcard moment at the Iron Throne. I really like the way the tour mixes on-screen locations with real Dubrovnik landmarks, and the fact you get to keep exploring on the island after the tour ends. One consideration, though, is that you’ll likely pay extra for Red Keep and Lokrum entry on top of the $41 tour price.

The second thing I like is that the pacing works for both GoT fans and people who just want a smart way to cover Old Town. Your guide also brings in behind-the-scenes trivia and keeps the walk lively, so it does not feel like a checklist. The tradeoff is timing: Lokrum is on a ferry schedule, and you must be back for the last ride, with no overnight stays allowed.

Key things I’d mark on your plan

• Lovrijenac as Red Keep: the fortress setting that makes the show feel real
• Walk of Shame and other plot moments: show references tied to specific streets and stairs
• Ferry to Lokrum: you switch from city stone to island greenery in about 15 minutes
• Official Iron Throne photo stop: an HBO gift, plus time to roam afterward
• Peacocks and bunnies on Lokrum: nature-friendly downtime after the walking portion

Dubrovnik’s Old Town is a perfect set for King’s Landing

Dubrovnik was chosen for a reason. Old Town has that tight, walled-in feel, with clear sightlines between fortresses, gates, and the main spine of the city. On this tour, the big win is that you are not just looking at buildings. You are learning how the show’s imagined geography maps onto real Dubrovnik corners.

You’ll also get a smoother way to see the city. Your guide keeps you moving from fortifications to viewpoints to the busy Stradun street, and then you get the switch to island time on Lokrum. If you have only a short window in Dubrovnik, this gives you a story-driven route that you can actually remember.

And because the tour is built around filming locations, it helps you focus when Old Town crowds you. You get to walk with a purpose.

Starting at Amerling Fountain, Pile Square, and finding your guide

Your tour begins at the Amerling fountain in Pile Square, on the outside edge of the Old Town. It’s close to the Dubravka restaurant, and you should look for the blue umbrella with the DUtheTour logo.

This matters more than it sounds. Meeting points in Dubrovnik can be confusing, especially when you are arriving from a harbor area or walking in from a side street. The specific fountain reference makes it easy to orient fast, so you spend less time hunting and more time seeing.

I’d treat this as your warm-up: show up a few minutes early, get oriented, then let your guide take over the map.

Lovrijenac, Red Keep views, and why the fortress setting hits

The tour first centers on Lovrijenac, which is where the experience frames the idea of Red Keep. This stop is guided and lasts about an hour, which gives the guide enough time to connect two things that are easy to mix up when you self-tour: the real architecture and the show’s dramatic scenes.

The best part of Lovrijenac is the fortress perspective. Even if you are not trying to recreate exact frames from the series, the location teaches you why producers loved Dubrovnik’s built-in drama. You can feel the height, the defensive design, and the way the setting naturally creates tension.

Practical note: this is a walking-heavy tour in Old Town stone. Comfortable shoes matter. There’s a lot of standing and looking outward at viewpoints.

Pile Gate and Stradun: where the city becomes a stage

After Lovrijenac, you move through Old Town’s key connectors, starting with Pile Gate. It’s a short guided stop, but it’s important because gates in Dubrovnik are not just entrances. They are part of the city’s defensive logic and flow.

Then you spend time on Stradun, the main street that runs through the heart of the Old Town. This is where the tour format makes sense for both GoT fans and non-fans. The guide can point out the spot’s role in the city’s real circulation, then layer on the show references that make the buildings feel like sets.

One reason I like tours that include Stradun is that it helps you build a mental picture. Once you understand the main spine, everything else in Old Town starts to click.

Jesuit Stairs and Rector’s Palace: big-screen moments meet real Dubrovnik

Next comes the Jesuit Stairs, another guided stop. This is where the tour pulls in the show’s dramatic beats, including references tied to moments like the Walk of Shame. Even if you only remember the scene and not the exact geography, your guide helps you connect the location to what it looked like on-screen.

From there you continue toward the Rector’s Palace area for a shorter guided look. That stop works well because it adds context, not just nostalgia. You get the sense that the city is more than a filming backdrop. It’s a functioning historical place that still shows off its power and pageantry in stone.

Then you head toward the Old Port. This is another “this makes sense in the story” moment, because the port and harbor edges naturally explain movement, drama, and where scenes feel like they change pace.

Ferry to Lokrum: switching from stone streets to Qarth

The transition from Old Town to Lokrum is one of the cleanest parts of the day. You take a ferry ride that’s about 15 minutes, and it feels like a mini reset. You stop thinking about gates and streets and start thinking about island time.

Lokrum is also where the show framing lands more strongly. In the tour’s Game of Thrones theme, Lokrum ties into Qarth, not just as a vague “island set,” but as a place you actually visit. And unlike many filming-location tours that end with one photo, this one gives you an arrival point that has a Game of Thrones visitor center vibe.

If you want variety in one afternoon, this is the smart pairing.

Benedictine Monastery on Lokrum and the island’s real atmosphere

Once you arrive, you get a visit and guided look at the Benedictine Monastery on Lokrum. This stop matters because it keeps the day grounded in the real island rather than only the show.

Lokrum is described as Dubrovnik’s green jewel, and it’s also a protected forest reserve. That protection shows up in the feel of the place. It’s not a theme park island. It’s a natural environment with ruins and roaming wildlife, so the mood shifts from city spectacle to something calmer.

And yes, the tour setting includes the island’s resident characters: peacocks and bunnies. The tour info notes they are the island’s only residents and that they can be friendly. That sounds like a small detail, but it’s genuinely part of why Lokrum feels special once you are off the main tourist loop.

The Iron Throne photo stop, the HBO gift, and how to use your time afterward

The highlight on Lokrum is the Iron Throne. You get a photo stop and a visit time of about 10 minutes. The tour also notes the throne was gifted to Dubrovnik by HBO, which adds a nice layer of official wow-factor.

This is the moment many people come for, but I like that it is not the end of the story. The tour finishes on the island, and you can choose what to do next. If you want to stay longer, you should plan your downtime around the ferry schedule.

Two important practical tips here:

• Bring swim gear, a towel, and sunscreen if you plan to swim. Lokrum has rocky beaches, and the tour framing is very much a after-the-walk island plan.
• Plan to leave with the last ferry at the latest. Overnight stays are not allowed.

Because Lokrum is a protected forest reserve, don’t expect the same kind of easy commercial beach infrastructure you might find elsewhere. Treat it like nature time with dramatic scenery and a few facilities, not a full resort.

Tickets, extra costs, and how $41 stacks up in real life

The tour price is $41 per person for about 3 hours with a professional guide. That sounds like a bargain because the guide includes the whole walking route plus the ferry portion and the Iron Throne photo stop.

But two big items are not included:

• Red Keep entrance ticket (listed at €15)
• Lokrum Island entrance ticket (listed at €30)

So the value equation is this: you are paying $41 for the guided experience and transportation rhythm, and then paying separate entrances for the two add-on cultural stops. If you are excited about both Lovrijenac/Red Keep and Lokrum, the extra cost is part of making the day complete.

If you are on a tight budget or you mainly want the show locations plus the big photo, you might still be happy. Just know you may pay extra at the gate for the stops.

Who this tour is best for, and who might be disappointed

This is best for you if you fit at least one of these boxes:

• You love the show and want filming locations explained in a way that stays tied to real Dubrovnik geography
• You want a guided plan that reduces decision fatigue in Old Town
• You want an easy “one day, two worlds” combo, city first, island second

It might be less ideal if:

• You strongly dislike crowds or fast walking days, because Old Town streets can be busy
• You need total freedom of timing, since Lokrum is locked to the ferry back schedule
• You prefer to spend a full day on an island with no return pressure

On the plus side, feedback patterns attached to this kind of tour tend to emphasize guide energy and humor, with some guides weaving in both Dubrovnik history and show behind-the-scenes moments. That blend matters, because it keeps you entertained even if you do not catch every scene reference.

Should you book this Dubrovnik Game of Thrones and Lokrum tour?

I think you should book it if you want a guided Old Town route that actually pays off visually, plus a relaxing island finish. The structure works: Old Town walking gives you context and city layout, then Lokrum gives you nature time and that official Iron Throne moment.

My final practical advice is simple. Plan for extra entrance costs, pack for Lokrum if you want to swim, and get to the meeting point with a little buffer. Do those three things and you will get exactly what this tour is selling: the show’s big moments translated into real Dubrovnik streets, followed by island calm.

FAQ

How long is the Dubrovnik Game of Thrones and Lokrum Island walking tour?

The tour duration is 3 hours.

Where is the meeting point?

Meet your guide at the Amerling fountain in Pile Square, on the outside of the old town, near the Dubravka restaurant. Look for the blue umbrella with the DUtheTour logo.

What is included in the price?

The price includes the Game of Thrones walking tour of Dubrovnik and a professional tour guide.

Is the Red Keep entrance ticket included?

No. Entrance to the Red Keep costs €15 and is not included.

Is Lokrum Island entrance included?

No. Entrance ticket to Lokrum Island costs €30 and is not included.

Do you visit Lokrum Island during the tour?

Yes. You board a ferry and visit Lokrum Island, with time on the island after the guided portion ends.

Can I swim on Lokrum Island after the tour?

You can stay after the tour for a swim and enjoy the nature. Bring swim gear, a towel, and sunscreen.

What is the last ferry rule for Lokrum?

All visitors must leave the island with the last ferry at the latest. Overnight stays are not allowed.

What languages are the tour guides?

The live tour guide is available in English and German.