Game of Thrones scenes in real Dubrovnik streets. You get standout filming-location walks like Cersei’s Walk of Shame and Blackwater Bay, plus behind-the-scenes stories that make the city feel like it has two timelines running at once. One thing to plan around: some routes include a tough climb—Fort Lovrijenac comes with about 180 steps, so it’s not a great fit if you’re dealing with back trouble or mobility limits.

I like that you can choose how deep you want to go: a fast essentials loop, a Fort Lovrijenac add-on for the Red Keep vibe, or the longer Lokrum extension where Qarth is part of the story. If you pick the Lokrum option, you also get the fun bonus photo with the official Iron Throne, then you can stick around for a swim and a slow island walk.

Key Things That Make This Tour Worth Your Time

• Walk to major GoT spots tied to scenes fans instantly recognize
• Photo and scene matching moments that help you see what’s on-screen vs what’s in front of you
• Fort Lovrijenac for Red Keep energy (only in the Signature and Lokrum options)
• Lokrum Island time after the tour for swimming, hiking, and lunch options
• Official Iron Throne photo included only with the Lokrum extension
• Local guide style with humor and Dubrovnik context, not just series trivia

Before You Go: Choosing Super Saver vs Signature vs Lokrum

This tour comes in three lengths, and picking the right one is the easiest way to get good value.

1.5-hour Super Saver (about 90 minutes) is your grab-and-go option. You’ll focus on the most famous filming spots and also get an overview of key Dubrovnik landmarks. It’s the least expensive route (no extra charges mentioned beyond the base price), and it’s described as accessible—useful if you want the core hits without extra add-ons.

2-hour Signature (+ entrance fee for Lovrijenac) adds Fort Lovrijenac, which the tour calls out as the stand-in for the Red Keep. This version is for you if you want both series moments and the city’s stone-and-stakes reality.

3-hour Lokrum Bestseller (+ two additional fees) is the full package. You extend the Signature walk by heading to Lokrum Island (role: Qarth), plus the Iron Throne photo, then you remain on Lokrum after the guided part. If you’re the type who loves a “show the set, then take a breath of real life” kind of day, this is the one.

Meeting at Pile: Finding the Purple Balloon

Your meeting point is in Old Town access zone traffic-free enough for walking, but not so easy to miss. Meet at the Dubrovnik Tourist Board in front of it, near the Pile bus stop, and look for a guide holding a PURPLE BALLOON. The address given is Brsalje 5, 20000 Dubrovnik.

If you’re arriving by bus, this is the same stop where many city buses end up: lines including 4, 6, 1A, and 1B stop at Pile. If you’re coming by taxi or rideshare, ask to be dropped at the Pile bus stop.

One practical tip: because Dubrovnik gets packed, I’d arrive a few minutes early so you can lock onto the balloon before the group forms.

West Harbour to Pile Gate: Getting the City Orientation Right Away

The tour starts with a guided walk through the area around the Dubrovnik West Harbour, then it moves toward Pile Gate. This matters because Dubrovnik is a maze when you first arrive. Getting the first orientation early helps everything you see later land better—especially the GoT spots.

You’ll then pass into the Old Town core on foot, with enough sightseeing time to reset your eyes from cruise-day crowds to something calmer. The tour is built around short stops and explanations, not long lectures.

If you’re a first-time Dubrovnik visitor, I’d call this part the “buy-in.” You’re learning where you are, and you’re already seeing the kind of architecture that made it such a perfect filming stand-in.

Stradun and the Jesuit Stairs: Where the Story Fits the Stone

Two stops people tend to remember are Stradun and the Jesuit Stairs. Stradun is the main spine of the Old Town, so it’s a good place for a guide to connect the geography to the series references. It’s also where you can feel the rhythm of Dubrovnik.

Then the tour heads to the Jesuit Stairs, which the tour explicitly links to Cersei’s Walk of Shame. That’s the fun part of this tour format: you’re not just told a scene name. You’re standing on or near the place and hearing how it transformed for filming.

A subtle benefit: even if you don’t know every episode detail, you still get value. You learn how filmmakers shaped perspectives using existing sightlines, and you get practical context for why Dubrovnik looks the way it does.

Blackwater Bay Moments and the Walk of Shame Stops

This is the core fantasy-to-reality section. The tour includes major GoT locations such as:

• Blackwater Bay
• Cersei’s Walk of Shame
• King’s Landing Riots
• House of the Undying
• Battle of King’s Landing

Even if you only remember a handful of scenes, these names work because they map to big emotional moments on screen. The guide’s job is to connect the set language to the real-world streets, bays, and stairways you’re walking through.

I also like that the tour doesn’t treat the series as the only lens. It frames these sites inside Dubrovnik’s wider story—how the city’s defensive design and old trade-era layout shaped what filming could use.

One consideration: this portion is walking-heavy. If you’re sensitive to long urban uphill or uneven stone, plan your shoes carefully.

Fort Lovrijenac for the Red Keep: Worth the Steps in the Signature Option

If you choose the 2-hour Signature, you’ll add a visit to Fort Lovrijenac, described as the Red Keep equivalent. This is the part you’ll either love or skip depending on your comfort level with stairs.

The tour notes a climb of about 180 steps for the Signature and Lokrum options. I’d take that number seriously. If your knees or back don’t like repeated stairs, the Super Saver option will feel easier because you skip this climb.

But if you can handle it, Fort Lovrijenac is where Dubrovnik starts to look like a fortress, not just a movie set. The views help, too, because you’ll see why these walls and positions matter.

Also, there’s a clear money detail: Fort Lovrijenac entry is €15 extra for Signature and Lokrum options. It’s free if you have a valid City Walls ticket or a Dubrovnik Pass, and it’s free for kids under 7.

Lokrum Extension: Qarth, the Iron Throne Photo, and the Island Break

The Lokrum option turns your tour day into a two-part experience: GoT scenes in the city, then GoT-flavored scenery plus actual downtime on an island.

Lokrum is described as playing the role of Qarth. You’ll also get a chance to sit for a photo with the official Iron Throne—this is included only with the Lokrum option.

Then the guided tour ends and you’re free to stay on Lokrum. The tour setup specifically gives time to swim in the Adriatic, try cliff diving, hike walking trails, or enjoy lunch on the island.

A big value question here is whether Lokrum time is worth the added cost. The Lokrum option includes extra fees for:

• Lokrum ferry round-trip + admission (listed as €30 adults, €5 kids age 5–17)
• Fort Lovrijenac entry (again, €15 extra unless covered by City Walls ticket or Dubrovnik Pass)

It’s also seasonal: the Lokrum option is only available April through end of October.

One more practical heads-up from real-world conditions: Lokrum access can get affected by wind. If your travel dates are on the edge of shoulder season, expect less predictability.

How the Tour Guides Make It Click (Davor, Bogdan, Ivo, and More)

A GoT filming tour lives or dies on the guide’s storytelling. The tour is powered by an official licensed tour guide, and the guide style shows up strongly in the feedback.

You’ll find guides like Davor and Bogdan (also showing up as Bob) using a mix of humor and production details. Several guides are also described as bringing a folder of photos from the show and pointing out the comparison between what you see on screen and what you’re standing next to in real life.

Other guide names you’ll see associated with strong experiences include Ivo, Alex, Doris, Darko / Drako / Darco, Ivan, and Luca, plus Makaila. Across these guides, the theme is consistent: they connect series references to Dubrovnik context, not just fan chatter.

If you’re the kind of person who likes asking questions, this kind of guide matters. You can get quick answers on both the filming approach and the city’s background, and you’ll understand what you’re looking at instead of just collecting stop names.

Price and Value: How $25 Turns Into an Affordable Day (or Not)

The base price is listed as $25 per person, but the real cost depends on which option you choose.

Here’s the practical math:

• Super Saver (about 1.5 hours): base price with no extra costs noted.
• Signature (about 2 hours): base price plus €15 for Fort Lovrijenac unless you already have a City Walls ticket or Dubrovnik Pass.
• Lokrum (about 3 hours): base price plus Fort Lovrijenac entry (usually €15 unless covered) and €30 for Lokrum ferry round-trip + admission for adults.

So is it “expensive”? It can be, depending on your travel style. But for many people, it still works out because you’re getting three things in one:

1) a structured walking tour of major filming locations,

2) a major extra attraction (Lokrum),

3) a photo moment you’ll only get on this route (Iron Throne).

Also, the timing matters. At 90 minutes to 3 hours, you’re not spending half a day commuting or waiting around, and you’re still able to enjoy Dubrovnik beyond the tour.

If you’re cost-sensitive, Super Saver is the best value. If you want the island break, Lokrum can be worth it even if the ferry fee feels steep—because you’re not just paying for transport. You’re paying for that extended island time.

Pace, Comfort, and Who Should Skip This Tour

This tour is built on walking and stair climbing.

The tour specifically says it is not suitable for:

• People with back problems
• People with mobility impairments
• Wheelchair users

So even though the Super Saver is described as accessible, the overall activity still flags mobility concerns. If you’re unsure, I’d treat the “not suitable” note seriously and pick a version that minimizes the hard parts.

For comfortable planning:

• Wear shoes with grip. Dubrovnik’s stone can be slippery.
• Bring water, especially if you’re traveling in warmer months.
• If you’re doing Lokrum, plan for beach-cliff conditions and bring something for sun protection.

Should You Book This Dubrovnik Game of Thrones Tour

I’d book it if two things are true:

• You want a practical walking route to major filming locations, not just a list of names.
• You like a guide who mixes GoT detail with Dubrovnik context and keeps it fun—whether that’s Davor’s humor, Bogdan’s photo comparisons, or guides like Ivo and Luca who connect show scenes to the city’s layout.

I’d skip (or choose Super Saver only) if:

• stairs are a problem for you, especially if you’re thinking about Fort Lovrijenac,
• you want zero extra costs beyond the base price,
• or you’re traveling in a time window where Lokrum access might be weather-dependent.

If you’re on the fence, my rule of thumb is simple: do Super Saver to lock in the GoT highlights, then consider Lokrum only if you genuinely want island time after.

FAQ

How long is the tour?

Depending on the option, it runs from about 90 minutes up to around 3 hours.

Where is the meeting point?

Meet in front of the Dubrovnik Tourist Board near the Pile bus stop. Look for a guide holding a purple balloon. Brsalje 5, 20000 Dubrovnik.

What are the three tour options?

You can choose Super Saver (1.5 hours), Signature (2 hours), or Lokrum (3 hours). The Lokrum option includes the island extension and Iron Throne photo.

What Game of Thrones locations are included?

All options include major filming locations like Cersei’s Walk of Shame and Blackwater Bay. The Signature option adds Fort Lovrijenac (Red Keep), and the Lokrum option also adds Qarth and the Iron Throne photo.

Do I need to pay extra for Fort Lovrijenac?

For the Signature and Lokrum options, yes. The entry fee is €15, but it’s free if you have a City Walls ticket or a Dubrovnik Pass (and for kids under 7).

Do I pay extra for Lokrum Island?

Yes. The Lokrum option includes a round-trip ferry ticket plus admission for Lokrum Island. It’s listed as €30 for adults and €5 for kids ages 5–17, with discounts for a 3- or 7-day Dubrovnik Pass.

Is the Iron Throne photo included?

It’s included only with the Lokrum option.

Is Lokrum available year-round?

No. The Lokrum option is only available from April through the end of October.

What languages are the tours in?

The live tour guide operates in English and German.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

The activity is not suitable for wheelchair users. Wheelchair access is only referenced for the 1.5-hour Super Saver option, but the tour overall flags mobility limitations.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed.