Game of Thrones Extended Tour with Swords and Props

Dubrovnik turns into King’s Landing for a day. I love the small-group feel and the guide’s photo comparisons, holding GoT screenshots up to the actual stone streets. I also like that you get real swords and props for hands-on photo moments, so the show feels physical, not just referential.

The trade-off is walking. Expect serious stairs in old town and at Lovrjenac Fortress, and note that fortress entry is extra at €15 per person.

Key things to know

• Filming-photo comparisons at each stop so you can match scene to location fast
• Hands-on swords and props including Oathkeeper, Longclaw, Needle, and Dothraki Arakh
• A free Lokrum Island map for Qarth spots, plus tips inside
• Maximum 12 people, which helps you get time for photos and questions
• Lovrjenac Fortress €15 entry fee not included (plan for it)

Game of Thrones Meets Dubrovnik’s Real Stone Streets

If you like Game of Thrones, Dubrovnik can feel almost unfair. It already has a dramatic, medieval setting, and this tour puts the show’s big moments onto the exact same streets, gates, and viewpoints you would walk past on your own.

What makes this one fun is the mix of fan service and practical guidance. The guide doesn’t only point at a wall and move on. They help you connect what you remember from the series to what you’re actually standing next to, using screenshots from the show to compare directly. That turns familiar scenes into something new.

This is also a tour with a physical component. You’re not just watching, you’re doing. At several points, you’ll handle replica weapons and props for photo ops, and it’s timed so you’re not rushing while everything clicks.

Price and What You Actually Get for $66.51

At $66.51 per person for about 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours, the value is in what’s included, not just the locations. Your ticket covers a professional guide, GoT visuals (screenshots) to compare with real spots, plus swords and props you can play with.

You also get a free gift map of Lokrum Island, tied to Qarth, with tips inside. That matters because Dubrovnik is easy to visit but tricky to explore deeply. Having a map that points you toward a specific “after the tour” follow-up gives the experience extra life beyond those 2.5 to 3 hours.

One cost you should plan for: Lovrjenac Fortress entrance is not included and is listed at €15 per person. If you hate surprise fees, bring that number into your budget early. It’s not a deal breaker, but it is part of the real total cost.

Where You Start, Where You Finish, and How the Climb Feels

This is a mobile-ticket tour offered in English, and it runs with a maximum of 12 travelers, which usually means you get more attention at photo stops. It’s also near public transportation, so you’re not stuck hunting for a remote meeting point.

You start at the Aphrodite and Pan Statue, Ul. Svetog Đurđa 4, Dubrovnik, and the tour ends at Ploce Gate, Ul. Frana Supila 2-4. That end point is useful because it drops you back near the city’s main circulation routes, instead of sending you deep into one dead-end area.

Moderate physical fitness is the note to take seriously. Dubrovnik’s old town is compact but vertical. Even if you’re fine with walking, plan for stairs and uneven steps. If you’re choosing footwear, go for comfort over style, and bring water.

Stop by Stop: Lannister Banner to Ploce Gate Duels

Here’s what to expect as you move through the classic King’s Landing-style sequence of locations.

Stop 1: Amerling Fontana, start with the Lannister banner

You’ll find your guide holding the Lannister banner at Amerling Fontana. It’s a simple start, but it sets the tone. You’re immediately placed in the show’s faction energy, and it helps you get into character before the serious photo comparisons begin.

Admission is listed as free here, and the time is short, about 5 minutes. You’re not spending the whole tour in one spot, so this opening works as a kickoff.

Stop 2: Lovrjenac Fortress, the Red Keep set-points

This is the anchor stop of the tour. You spend about 45 minutes at Lovrjenac Fortress, and it’s where the tour leans hardest into the major Red Keep moments and the Blackwater Bay feeling.

The tour connects multiple story beats to the view and setting, including:

• Joffrey’s Nameday Tournament
• Tyrion slapping Joffrey
• Sansa saved by the Hound
• Power is Power dialogue moment
• Purple Wedding reference
• Euron arriving at Blackwater bay

The key detail for you is the time plus the viewpoint. Fortress stops are where crowds can build, but you’re also getting a real sense of why scenes were shot where they were. If you want the best photos, choose an earlier departure when possible, so you’re not fighting for space at the start of the fortress time.

The big practical drawback: Lovrjenac Fortress entry is not included, listed at €15 per person. Build it into your budget so it doesn’t catch you off guard.

Stop 3: Dubrovnik West Harbour, docks of King’s Landing

This stop is about 15 minutes and is free. It’s framed as the docks of King’s Landing, and the tour connects the waterfront to big Stark and Blackwater Bay beats.

The story anchors include the final reunion and farewell of the Starks, Blackwater Bay, King Robert’s bastard children slaughter, Myrcella’s departure and comeback, and Sansa and Littlefinger conversation.

This part is valuable because it adds contrast. After the fortress height and stone, the harbour makes everything feel more cinematic and grounded. It also helps you understand why Dubrovnik’s shape, lighting, and water edges were so useful for the show’s sense of scale.

Stop 4: Pile Gate, Jaime returns and riots vs Joffrey

Pile Gate gets about 15 minutes, free admission. This is where you move into the gate-and-courtyard feeling that matches the show’s public chaos.

You’ll connect it to Jaime returns and the riots versus Joffrey. Even if you’re not a super-obsessive trivia fan, gates like this are memorable because they’re visually strong. They’re natural “scene anchors” for matching screenshots to real angles.

Stop 5: The Rupe Museum, Littlefinger’s brothel and Tower of Undying views

About 10 minutes here, free admission, with a strong fan hook: Littlefinger’s brothel. You’ll also look for views tied to the Tower of Undying.

This stop works because it balances plot references with the reality of being in a lived-in city, not a theme park set. It’s also a quick break in the walking rhythm.

Stop 6: Church of St. Ignatius, the Walk of Shame staircase and props photo

This is one of the most interactive stops. You’ll spend about 30 minutes here, and it’s free. Expect the Walk of Shame staircase setup and a props photo opportunity.

This is where you should take your time. Stairs create photo angles, but they also create fatigue. If you want good pictures with the props, try to pace yourself so you’re not trying to pose while already out of breath.

Stop 7: Rector’s Palace, the Spice King of Qarth Palace

About 15 minutes, free admission. This stop maps the Rector’s Palace feeling to the Spice King of Qarth palace. It’s a clever turn of the tour, because it reminds you that Dubrovnik wasn’t only used for King’s Landing scenes.

If you love the show for its world-building, this is one of the stops that makes the city feel like part of something bigger than one kingdom.

Stop 8: Dominican Monastery, King’s Landing Market and Walk of Shame continuation

Another about 15 minutes, free. The tour continues the Walk of Shame thread, tied to the King’s Landing Market mood.

This is also a good reset moment. You’ve been climbing and positioning for photos. Market-style stops help you slow down and re-center, while still staying in the GoT frame.

Stop 9: Ploce Gate, duel arena views and Qarth wrap-up

The final stop is about 15 minutes, free admission. It’s framed with views of the duel arena and Qarth, and then the tour ends at Ploce Gate.

The value here is closure. By the time you reach the end, you’ve walked a connected circuit: fortress height, harbour scale, gate drama, and market movement. You’re done, but you also now know where you might want to return on your own.

Swords, Props, and Screen Shots That Make the Scenes Click

This is the part that most fan-focused tours either skip or fake. Here, you get swords and props to use and play with during the tour. The list includes Oathkeeper, Longclaw, Needle, and Dothraki Arakh. You may also use additional props like shields.

What I like about this setup is that it’s not random. It’s paired with specific locations and photo moments, so the props feel like part of the storytelling rather than an extra add-on. You’re not just holding a sword in front of a wall. You’re holding it in the place that matches the scene you came for.

The tour also uses visuals, specifically screenshots from the series, to compare against what you see in front of you. That comparison habit is useful even if you are already a hardcore fan. It helps you confirm the exact view angle, and it’s easier to remember a match when you can see how the show transformed the space.

One extra practical note: the information says all props and visuals are disinfected by the guide after each tour. That means you should still treat the props as shared items, but at least the process is explicitly addressed.

Lokrum Island Map (Qarth) and the Best Way to Use It

The free gift map of Lokrum Island is tied to Qarth, and it includes both GoT locations and tips inside. That’s a smart bonus because Lokrum is one of those places people often treat as optional.

Use the map soon after the tour while your scene memories are fresh. If you only have one day of energy for island wandering, this map gives you a reason to go, not just a generic suggestion. It also helps you connect the Qarth thread from the city streets to an outdoor setting.

Also, Lokrum is a perfect place to slow down after the stair-heavy parts of the old town. You’ll be walking less, but you’ll still be “in the show’s world.”

Practical Tips for Comfort, Photos, and Timing

If you’re booking, you can make the day easier with a few simple choices.

• Wear shoes you can walk stairs in for 2.5 to 3 hours. Dubrovnik stairs are not gentle.
• Bring sunscreen and a hat. One review highlighted how warm it can get when the clouds clear.
• Plan for water. It matters more here because the tour includes both fortress elevation and long stair segments.
• For the best photos at the fortress, consider an earlier start. Some guides have time windows where the location feels less packed at the beginning.

Photo-wise, this tour is designed for stop-by-stop moments. Still, don’t wait until the last minute at each spot. Ask the guide where to stand for the best matching angle before you pull out the sword or prop.

Who This Tour Fits Best, and Who Might Skip It

This works especially well if:

• You’re a Game of Thrones fan who wants Dubrovnik sights tied directly to scenes
• You want hands-on play with swords and props, not just a standing tour
• You like guides who share behind-the-scenes context, including stories from time on set (multiple guides mentioned having personal show experience in their own way)

You might skip it if:

• You dislike stairs and don’t want a tour with a moderate fitness requirement
• You only want a general Dubrovnik overview and would rather spend time at your own pace
• You don’t want any additional costs, since Lovrjenac Fortress entry is €15 per person

The group size helps here. Maximum 12 people usually means you are not constantly squeezed, and you have time to ask questions and line up photos.

Should You Book This Dubrovnik Swords and Sights Tour?

Book it if you want a Game of Thrones day that feels active and specific. The combo of filming screenshot comparisons, hands-on swords and props, and a free Lokrum Island Qarth map turns the tour into more than a checklist.

Skip it only if stairs are a deal breaker, or if you’re not interested in GoT scenes at all. Otherwise, this is strong value for your money because it includes the guide, the interactive props, the visuals, and a bonus map, with the only notable extra fee being Lovrjenac Fortress entry.

FAQ

How long is the Game of Thrones extended tour in Dubrovnik?

The duration is listed as about 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes, it is offered in English.

Are swords and props included?

Yes. The tour includes swords and props for guests to use, including Oathkeeper, Longclaw, Needle, and Dothraki Arakh.

Is Lovrjenac Fortress included in the price?

No. Lovrjenac Fortress has an entrance fee listed at €15.00 per person and it is not included.

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

You start at Aphrodite and Pan Statue, Ul. Svetog Đurđa 4, Dubrovnik, and the tour ends at Ploce Gate, Ul. Frana Supila 2-4, Dubrovnik.

What group size should I expect?

The tour has a maximum of 12 travelers.

Is the tour okay for someone with moderate mobility?

The tour notes a moderate physical fitness level and mentions stairs, so comfortable walking shoes and stamina help.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, based on the local start time.