Dubrovnik: Game of Thrones Walking, Car and Boat Tour

Game of Thrones fans, you have a problem. This Dubrovnik experience strings together walking, car, and boat stops so you can match real streets to Westeros scenes, including the Red Keep and King’s Landing. It is a full-day hit (or you can split parts across days) aimed at people who want more than one photo and move fast with purpose.

I love the way you use a guide booklet to compare screenshots from the show with what you see in Dubrovnik, which makes every stop feel like a reality check. I also love the Iron Throne photo moment on Lokrum, because it is fun even if you treat the show like a behind-the-scenes scavenger hunt.

One consideration: this tour is not gentle on your body, and it includes a short ferry ride, so if you have back trouble or you get seasick easily, think twice before booking.

Quick highlights you will remember

• Three transport types: walk Dubrovnik, ride a ferry to Lokrum, then switch to a car for the wider stops
• Red Keep and Blackwater Bay scenes: you connect show locations to real Dubrovnik landmarks
• Lokrum Qarth gardens plus Benedictine Monastery: a calm, scenic contrast to the city scenes
• Iron Throne photo: quick, dramatic, and built for the camera
• Trsteno Arboretum for King’s Landing gardens: a botanical stop that works even beyond GoT
• King’s Road panorama over Old Town: your final view helps everything click

Three modes, one day (or split it up): how this tour really works

This is built as a “do a lot, but do it without chaos” plan. You spend part of the day walking the Old Town, part on the water with a ferry to Lokrum, and part by car for the out-of-town filming spots. That matters in Dubrovnik, because the city is walkable, but several of the best GoT locations are not all clustered in the exact same radius.

A big plus is flexibility. The walking, boat, and car portions can be taken on separate days, which helps if you want a slower Dubrovnik pace or you are pairing this with the rest of your Adriatic time. If you want the full GoT “greatest hits” day, you can also keep it to one 7-hour block.

You start near Pile Gate, on the west entrance side of the Old Town, by the Amerling fountain next to Dubravka restaurant. Expect comfortable walking shoes to matter immediately, because the first section is a classic city-walk style tour, not a sit-and-watch presentation.

The 2-hour walking tour: Red Keep, Blackwater Bay, and show-to-street matching

Your walking portion is about 2 hours, guided live in English. You will hit several Dubrovnik landmarks and filming locations tied to scenes that fans recognize instantly, including the Red Keep area and Blackwater Bay. You also get stops connected to the famous Walk of Shame, which is one of those moments that feels different in real life, because the scale of the street and the sightlines are more “human” than the show frame.

Here is what makes the walking part valuable: your guide brings a book of show screenshots. At each stop, you can compare what the camera used versus what the location looks like when you stand there. That is how the tour turns into more than a checklist. You start noticing perspective, angles, and how filmmakers used Dubrovnik’s geometry to sell Westeros.

You will also see the filming locations tied to the King’s Landing storyline and hear facts about shooting, actors, and behind-the-scenes details. The pacing tends to feel story-driven rather than lecture-driven, so it is easier to stay focused in the Old Town crowds.

A practical inclusion on this segment is the entry fee to St. Lawrence Fortress. Since it is included, you do not have to worry about adding it later, and it gives you an elevated sense of the setting, which helps when you are trying to “place” scenes you have seen many times.

Ferry to Lokrum: Qarth gardens, Benedictine calm, and the Iron Throne

Then you switch gears, because the tour boards a ferry for the second major part. The boat ride is about 15 minutes to Lokrum. Short ride, big change in feel. From the water, you get that “this is why Dubrovnik was picked” perspective, especially when your guide points out specific visual connections to the show.

One of the standout details here is the view of Villa Seherezada, which is tied to Tyrion’s balcony scheming in the series. Even if you only remember a handful of Tyrion moments, it adds a fun layer to the ferry ride. You are not just traveling, you are reading the coastline like a map.

Once you arrive on Lokrum, you walk through the gardens used for the city of Qarth. This is a different vibe than Old Town stone streets. The garden portion helps you see how the show traded tight corridors for more open space.

You will also visit a Benedictine Monastery on the island. The purpose is to connect the fictional Westeros setting to the real place you are standing in, so you get the story-history flavor without turning it into a museum slog.

And yes, the centerpiece photo stop happens here. You can take your picture on the Iron Throne. This is one of those travel moments that feels silly in the best way. It is quick, memorable, and gives you something genuinely different from the standard Dubrovnik skyline shots.

You then get free time to explore Lokrum at your pace. When you are ready, you return on the ferry. The tour structure is good here because the free time gives you space to wander, grab a second photo, or simply reset before the final car portion.

Car tour to Trsteno Arboretum and the King’s Road viewpoint

The car portion is where the tour stretches beyond the Old Town core. This segment is a good fit if you want fewer long walks and more direct access to major filming locations.

Your first major stop is Trsteno Arboretum, used for many garden scenes in King’s Landing. The arboretum is worth visiting even if you are not chasing GoT connections, because it is described as the oldest botanical garden in the world and is full of exotic plants. That matters because it gives the tour an “agreeable background” for non-fans, while GoT fans still get the satisfaction of recognizing the garden look the series used.

The entry fee to Trsteno Arboretum is included, so again, you are not piecing costs together. And if you like taking your time with photos, gardens are one of the easiest places to slow down without it feeling like you are falling behind.

Next up is an abandoned hotel called Belvedere, tied to the infamous battle between the Mountain and Oberyn Martell. This is a location-driven stop, meaning you are looking at where the show placed the drama. In real life, you might find the mood more eerie than epic, and that difference can be part of the fun.

The tour finishes with the King’s Road, where you get a stunning panoramic view over Dubrovnik’s Old Town. This final viewpoint acts like a visual punchline. You can look at the city, then mentally overlay what you saw earlier, from the fortress and walls to the waterfront angles.

Guides that make it, and why Mikki and Dorotea stand out

A tour like this lives or dies on the guide. Here, you get live guides on each part, and the overall vibe from the experience is strongly guide-led.

In one September 2024 booking, the group highlighted guides Mikki and Dorotea as phenomenal, praising their knowledge not just about the show, but also about Dubrovnik itself. They also called out the friendly banter and quick wit, which is exactly what you want during a mixed transport day. When you are switching between walking, ferry, and car windows, humor and good pacing keep it moving without feeling rushed.

Another positive note from earlier bookings was the same theme: guides who stay enthusiastic and help you connect locations to context. You get the sense that the tour is designed to help you “see” instead of just “visit.”

Photo and timing tips so your shots feel like the show

You are going to take photos anyway, but you can make them better with a little strategy. Since the tour includes screenshot comparison, you can use the guide’s booklet as a guide for where to stand. That saves time, because you are not wandering around trying to recreate a TV frame from scratch.

A few practical ideas:

• Wear shoes you can trust for uneven Old Town surfaces during the walking portion.
• Keep your phone or camera ready for quick stop-and-shoot moments, especially near fortress viewpoints and the Lokrum photo stop.
• On Lokrum, the Iron Throne photo is quick, so plan to take a few angles instead of only one front-facing shot.
• Bring a lightweight layer. You are on the water and exposed in open areas.

If you are trying to do the full day version, think of it like a “set tour.” Each segment has a role: walking sets the story in Old Town, the ferry shifts your perspective, and the car brings you to the gardens and final panoramic payoff.

Price and value: is $294 a smart deal for 7 hours?

At $294 per person for a 7-hour experience, you are paying for a lot of moving pieces. The best way to judge value here is what the price covers, not just the headline number.

This tour includes:

• A live guide on each part
• Entry fee to St. Lawrence Fortress
• Entry fee to Trsteno Arboretum
• Round trip boat ticket to Lokrum
• Entry fee for the National Reserve Lokrum

That is already a meaningful bundle of admissions plus the ferry. It is also structured into three travel modes, which is usually the hard part to coordinate if you try to DIY it. And since the tour handles the routing, you spend your energy on seeing, not researching.

What is not included is food and drink, so budget for at least one meal or snack during your free time. Also note that hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so you will need to get yourself to the meeting point near Pile Gate. Finally, luggage or large bags are not allowed, which can affect how you pack if you are also doing other activities before and after.

For the right kind of fan, the value is strong because you get multiple locations and built-in comparison tools in one day. For someone who only wants one or two major GoT sites, it might feel like too much. For people who want the full story arc mapped across different Dubrovnik settings, it is a solid use of your limited time.

Who should book this, and who should skip it

Book this if you:

• Want Red Keep, Blackwater Bay, and King’s Landing connections in one organized flow
• Like the idea of using screenshots to match real places to the show
• Enjoy mixing cities and islands in a single day
• Prefer guided context and a structured itinerary over wandering on your own

Consider skipping if you:

• Have back problems or mobility impairments, since the tour is not described as suitable for those needs
• Are prone to seasickness, because the ferry ride is part of the experience
• Want a relaxed, slow-paced day with long sitting breaks, since this is built for walking and moving between locations

One more practical note: you should bring comfortable clothes and shoes, and keep luggage minimal. That is the kind of constraint that keeps the day running smoothly, so plan around it rather than hoping for exceptions.

Should you book the Dubrovnik Game of Thrones walking, car and boat tour?

I think you should book this if you want Dubrovnik to feel like Westeros, with real places matched to show scenes and a tour design that does not waste time. The standout strengths are the screenshot comparison approach and the variety of settings, from fortress views to Lokrum gardens to Trsteno Arboretum. If you are the type who likes getting a photo that feels specific to the show, the Iron Throne stop makes it worth it on its own.

Skip it if you know you will struggle with walking, uneven surfaces, or any ferry discomfort. And if you hate group pacing, you might find the day intense.

If you do book, do yourself a favor: go in with comfortable shoes, a charged phone, and a willingness to be guided step-by-step. The tour works best when you follow the route closely and let the guide help you line up what you see with what you remember from the series.

FAQ

How long is the Dubrovnik Game of Thrones walking, car and boat tour?

The tour duration is 7 hours.

Where does the tour meet?

It meets near Pile Gate, on the west entrance to the Old Town, by the Amerling fountain next to Dubravka restaurant (Brsalje bb, 20 000 Dubrovnik).

What is included in the price?

The tour includes a guide on each tour, entry fee to St. Lawrence Fortress, entry fee to Trsteno Arboretum, round trip boat ticket to Lokrum, and entry fee for the National Reserve Lokrum.

Is food and drink included?

No. Food and drink are not included.

What should I bring, and what is not allowed?

Bring comfortable shoes and comfortable clothes. Luggage or large bags are not allowed.

Is the tour suitable for mobility issues or seasickness?

It is not suitable for people with back problems, people with mobility impairments, or people prone to seasickness.