Dubrovnik: Epic Game of Thrones Tour + Lokrum Island Option

Game of Thrones fans get a smart walking map. This tour strings together real filming locations across Dubrovnik’s Old Town and matches them with show scenes as you go. I especially like the way you get context at each stop, so you’re not just sightseeing random walls and gates, and I also like the optional finish on Lokrum Island, where you can cool off and see more of the story’s world. One thing to plan for is the stair-heavy route, with roughly 10 flights of stairs and a bit of uphill walking, which can feel long in hot weather.

The price looks simple, but the full experience depends on your choices, like whether you add Lokrum and fortress entries. You’ll start at the City of Dubrovnik Tourist Board in Brsalje, and with a group size up to 110, the tour is best when you like a guided rhythm rather than wandering at your own pace, even though many people report that the audio helps.

Key Highlights Worth Your Time

• Licensed guide with show-to-site comparisons that help you recognize what you’re seeing
• Lokrum Island option adds time to explore, plus an official Iron Throne photo
• Top filming stops in Old Town like Pile Gate and the Jesuit Staircase
• Views at Lovrjenac Fortress that work even if you’re not deep into Thrones
• Free entry stops in several key Old Town locations, so you’re paying mostly for guidance
• Small logistical stress, big walking payoff, with plenty of stairs and summer sun to manage

Game of Thrones Filming Spots, With Real Dubrovnik in the Background

This is a walking tour that treats Dubrovnik like a story set, not a theme park. You’ll hit the famous anchors first, then keep moving long enough that you can actually connect the dots between episode moments and the city’s real geography. The show comparisons are the glue. They help you slow down, look at angles, and understand why certain streets, gates, and staircases became repeat filming favorites.

I also like that the tour gives you more than just the “big wow” photos. Yes, you’ll stand where memorable scenes were filmed, but you’ll also get a practical sense of how Dubrovnik flows, where the Old Town entrances are, and why the forts above the walls are such an obvious choice for dramatic viewpoints.

A final bonus is that you’re not locked into one kind of Thrones fan experience. The tour mixes screen moments with Dubrovnik context, which is perfect if some people in your group are not obsessed with every season detail.

Your Stop-by-Stop Walk Through Dubrovnik’s Thrones Locations

The tour runs about 2 to 3 hours, and you’ll cover multiple Old Town spots before reaching the Lokrum ferry area (if you choose the Lokrum option). It’s a guided route through the core, so you get structure and you don’t have to hunt for “the exact place” on your own.

Dubrovnik West Harbour: A Major Filming Hub

Your first stop is Dubrovnik West Harbour. This is one of the bigger filming locations, where several scenes from different seasons were shot. You get about 20 minutes here, and there’s no ticket cost for this stop.

Why it matters: harbour scenes in Dubrovnik feel cinematic because of the coastline setting. Starting here helps you shift your brain from modern street life to the visual logic of the series.

Lovrjenac Fortress: Fortress Views Plus Series Significance

Next you’ll go to Lovrjenac Fortress for about 45 minutes. This stop is the classic “pairing” moment: it’s tied to the series, and it also rewards you with serious views over the Old Town and the Adriatic Sea.

Ticket note: the fortress entrance is not included. You pay on the spot, and your ticket also comes with €15 off City Walls, valid for 72 hours. If you already plan to do the city walls, this can be a smart way to save a little.

Practical drawback: the route includes stairs, and this area can feel like more uphill effort than the Old Town streets.

Pile Gate: Dubrovnik’s Main Old Town Entrance

Pile Gate is your Old Town western-side entry point, with about 10 minutes here. It’s free to visit as a stop on the tour.

Why I like this stop: gates are where the city’s story energy is the strongest. In show imagery, gateways and entrances often frame characters and tension. Here, you can compare the camera angle with the real stonework and scale.

Jesuit Staircase: Cersei’s Walk of Shame

This is one of the most recognizable filming locations in Dubrovnik for Thrones fans, the Jesuit Staircase. You’ll spend about 15 minutes here, and it’s another free stop.

Why it works: staircases do something streets can’t. They create movement, rhythm, and forced perspective. You’ll likely find it easier to visualize the show moment because the climb itself gives you the same “tension while moving” feeling.

Stradun: The Old Town’s Main Street

Stradun is next, with about 10 minutes. This is the central spine of Dubrovnik’s Old Town. It’s free, and it’s a great place to get your bearings, because you can see the main layout so clearly right in front of you.

Even if you’re mostly there for Thrones, Stradun makes the tour feel like a real city walk, not just a list of filming coordinates.

Veliki Muo: The Lokrum Ferry Launch Point

At Veliki Muo you’ll get roughly 10 minutes, and this is where you transition toward Lokrum by ferry. Entrance isn’t included for this part.

What to know: don’t burn all your energy here, because you’ll either board for Lokrum or stay with your walking-tour portion. Plan to be ready for the ferry timing.

Lokrum Island Option: Qarth-Style Break From the Crowds

If you add the Lokrum Island option, the tour becomes half city walk, half seaside recharge. Lokrum is an island just off Dubrovnik, and it was used as the setting for the city called Qarth in the series. After your Old Town stops, you take the ferry for about 15 minutes. Ferries run roughly every half hour or hour depending on the season.

Ticket note: Lokrum entrance is not included. Adults pay €30 on the spot, and kids age 5 to 17 pay €5. You pay in cash or by card. If you use the Dubrovnik Pass (3-day or 7-day), it includes a 20 or 30 percent discount, which can make the add-on easier to swallow.

The Benedictine Monastery and the Official Iron Throne Photo

Lokrum’s star feature for Thrones fans is a picture taken on the official Iron Throne in the throne room located in the Benedictine Monastery of the island. This official Iron Throne photo is included only with the Lokrum option.

This is also where the tour earns its reputation for steering people toward the real thing. Old Town has its share of playful replicas, but Lokrum’s throne moment is tied to an actual set piece in the monastery.

What you do after you reach Lokrum

You’ll have about 30 minutes allotted on the island as part of the tour, and the Lokrum option is designed so you can keep going after the tour ends. That means you can swim, hike, or just hang out at a slower island pace.

I like this structure because it protects you from doing everything on a schedule. You’ll get the Thrones reference point, then you get permission to be a tourist again.

How the Guide Turns Spots Into Stories (Not Just Photos)

The guide is the difference between a decent filming tour and a great one. The format here is built around show-to-site comparisons, and guides also add Dubrovnik context so the city feels like more than a backdrop.

Names that show up frequently in guide praise include Darko, Davor, Bogdan, Alex, Ivan, Ivor, and Bob. Some guides have even been connected to the show as extras, which helps explain why they can answer the practical questions people always have, like where cameras were positioned and how scenes relate to the real street layout.

Also, because this is a larger group experience (up to 110), the tour works best when you’re okay listening and following along. If you’ve got audio support like headsets, it tends to make the whole route easier to manage in crowds. That matters in Dubrovnik’s Old Town, where sound carries and people can cluster quickly.

Price and Value: What You Pay for, What Costs Extra

The base price is listed as about $24.19 per person. That’s for the guided portion of the tour. The value is that several key Old Town stops are free to visit during the walk, so you’re paying mainly for expert navigation and the story comparisons.

But you should budget for extras if you choose them:

• Lokrum entrance: €30 adults, €5 ages 5 to 17 (pay on the spot), and it includes access that lets you stay on the island after the guided portion
• Lovrjenac Fortress: €15 per person (pay on the spot) and your ticket gives €15 off City Walls valid for 72 hours

If you already want to do Dubrovnik’s walls anyway, using a Dubrovnik Pass or coordinating entry can make this package feel tighter and less “paying twice.” The fortress note about the €15 credit is especially useful if you plan your routes across those landmarks.

Bottom line on value: if you love the show and want the throne photo plus island time, the Lokrum option is where the tour becomes a full Thrones day. If you want just the Old Town walk with the major filming stops, you can keep costs lower by skipping the island.

Fitness, Heat, and Getting Photos Without Losing the Moment

Dubrovnik in summer can be intense, and this tour includes lots of stair climbing. You should expect around 10 flights of stairs along the way. If anyone in your group has knee trouble or mobility limitations, the route may be uncomfortable.

What I recommend:

• Bring water and sun protection, especially if you’re going in peak months
• Wear shoes that handle uneven stone and stair edges
• Keep your phone/camera ready, but don’t constantly stop. The flow is part of how you appreciate the comparisons

Time is also tight for photos because you’re moving between several stops. The good news is that you’ll get recognizable, “this is the spot” moments in multiple locations, so you won’t feel like you’re chasing one perfect picture the whole time.

Who Should Book This Dubrovnik Thrones Tour?

This tour fits best if you:

• Are a Game of Thrones fan who wants a real location walk, not just a quick hit of one famous corner
• Want to see Dubrovnik’s layout while doing Thrones stops, including the gate and main street anchors
• Like guided pacing, and you’re okay with a structured walk through Old Town

It might not be ideal if you:

• Have mobility issues, since the route includes stairs and uphill movement
• Want a fully self-paced experience, since the group schedule controls the timing

If you’re traveling with a non-fan, this tour still has a way of working because you get the city backstory and the fortress viewpoint, not only show references.

Should You Book This Tour or Skip It?

Book it if you want one guided morning or early afternoon that gives you both Thrones satisfaction and real Dubrovnik sightseeing. I’d also lean toward booking if you’re curious about Lokrum, because the official Iron Throne photo and the ability to stay on the island after the tour ends turns it from a “look and go” outing into a more complete experience.

Skip or consider a different plan if stairs will be a dealbreaker for anyone in your group, or if you only want a very low-cost activity. The base walking tour is good value, but the “full Thrones day” does require budgeting for Lokrum and the fortress entry.

FAQ

How long is the Dubrovnik Game of Thrones walking tour?

It runs about 2 to 3 hours.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes, the tour is offered in English.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is the City of Dubrovnik Tourist Board, Brsalje ul. 5, 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia.

Do I need to buy tickets during the tour?

Some stops are free, but other entrances are not included. Lovrjenac Fortress has an entrance fee, and Lokrum Island has an entrance fee only if you choose the Lokrum option.

What is included with the Lokrum Island option?

With the Lokrum option, you get an opportunity for an official Iron Throne photo, plus you can stay on Lokrum afterwards to swim, hike, and have lunch or drinks.

How much does Lokrum Island cost?

Adults pay €30, and kids age 5 to 17 pay €5. Payment is due on the spot, cash or card.

How much does the Lovrjenac Fortress entrance cost?

The fortress entrance fee is €15 per person, paid on the spot. Your ticket also offers €15 off City Walls valid for 72 hours.

How often does the ferry to Lokrum run?

Ferries run about every half hour or hour depending on the season, and the crossing takes about 15 minutes.

What about cancellations if the weather is bad?

This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Is this tour physically demanding?

It’s best for travelers with moderate physical fitness. Expect around 10 flights of stairs, and it is not recommended for people with mobility issues.