Dubrovnik Game Of Thrones Tour + Iron Throne Photo (Small Group)

Dubrovnik’s stone lanes and sea views already look ready for a royal drama, but this small-group Game of Thrones tour adds the filming stories that turn familiar streets into King’s Landing, Blackwater Bay, and Qarth. You’ll walk from the Amerling Fountain through the Old Town, then finish with a photo on a replica Iron Throne.

I like the local angle, especially the chance to hear how filming affected daily life in Dubrovnik and what people in the city make of the show. I also like the small maximum of eight people, plus the useful locations book you can take away. The main consideration is the price, $78.10 for about 1 hour 45 minutes, so this makes the most sense if you care about the series and want a focused tour rather than a general city walk.

Key points at a glance

• Local stories beyond the screen: Hear about filming in Dubrovnik and its effect on life in the city.
• Three distinct stops: Visit Apartment Villa Ahava, the Old Town, and Apartments Boškovićeva.
• Iron Throne photo included: Sit on a replica throne at the Dubrovnik City shop.
• Small group setting: The tour accepts no more than eight people.
• English-language walk: The experience is offered in English and begins at 9:00 a.m.
• Useful follow-up material: You leave with a Game of Thrones locations book for further exploring.

Why this Dubrovnik Game of Thrones tour works

The best reason to book this experience is that it connects screen locations with real city life. A location can look dramatic on television, yet feel ordinary when you reach it in person. A local guide helps bridge that gap by explaining what was filmed, how the site was used, and what it meant for people living nearby.

The guide also gives you a way to see Dubrovnik through two lenses. You get the fantasy world of King’s Landing, but you also get a sense of the actual city behind the production. That balance matters. You are not simply moving from one photo stop to another.

Ivona is one of the guides associated with this experience, and her tour includes more than filming facts. She takes questions, explains the city, and keeps the walk personal. One especially useful detail is that the group may be very small. With only three people on one outing, the guide could give direct answers and keep the pace comfortable.

The maximum group size is eight. That is small enough for a more personal walk and much easier for everyone to hear in the narrow streets of the Old Town. It also gives you a better chance to ask about scenes, local life, and the practical details that a larger group can rush past.

Starting at the Amerling Fountain at 9:00 a.m.

The tour begins at the Amerling Fountain on Ul. Svetog Đurđa. The start time is 9:00 a.m., which is useful for two reasons. You can make an early start before giving the rest of the day to Dubrovnik’s other sights, and you are less likely to spend the whole tour in the middle of the day.

Your confirmation arrives when you book, so check the meeting details before setting out. The starting point is near public transportation, and the tour ends at a different location inside the Old Town. That means you should plan for a walk between the finish point and whatever you visit next.

The walk lasts about 1 hour 45 minutes. That is long enough to cover several filming areas and hear some city context, but short enough to fit around a day of sightseeing. You should still wear comfortable shoes. The tour takes place in and around Dubrovnik’s Old Town, where stone streets and steps can make even a short walk feel more demanding.

The weather matters. This experience requires good weather, so poor conditions can lead to a new date or a full refund. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours ahead are not refunded.

Apartment Villa Ahava: Blackwater Bay and Qarth

The first listed stop is Apartment Villa Ahava, with about 20 minutes devoted to filming locations connected to King’s Landing, Blackwater Bay, and Qarth. This is a compact opening section, but it gives the guide room to explain how one real Dubrovnik setting could serve several fictional places.

That is one of the show’s clever tricks, and it is easier to appreciate when you are standing in the actual city. Dubrovnik’s buildings, walls, and coastal setting can shift from one part of the fictional world to another depending on the camera angle and story.

You should not expect a long independent visit here. Admission is included at no extra cost, and the stop is built into the guided walk. The value comes from the explanation and the connection between the real place and its on-screen role, not from spending a large amount of time inside one attraction.

This first stop also sets up the local perspective. Filming does not happen in an imaginary town. It takes place around homes, businesses, streets, and public spaces. Hearing about that relationship can make the production feel less like a distant television event and more like something that touched everyday Dubrovnik.

The Old Town for an hour of King’s Landing locations

The largest part of the tour is the one-hour walk through Dubrovnik’s Old Town. This is where the experience should feel most rewarding for fans who want to match scenes with real streets and buildings.

The Old Town section focuses on popular King’s Landing locations. Your guide leads you through the setting while explaining the scenes connected with it. The extra value is the chance to ask questions as you go. If a particular location interests you, a small group gives you a better chance to pause and get an answer rather than simply following a crowd.

The Old Town is also the part of the tour with the strongest appeal for people who are not devoted fans. Even if you remember only the broad story, the city itself gives the walk plenty of visual interest. The tour helps you notice how streets, walls, and views were used for the series, while the guide can add ordinary city details that a screen-focused walk might miss.

Still, keep your expectations sensible. This is not a full Dubrovnik sightseeing tour. The guide does provide excellent information about the city, according to the experience details, but the main purpose remains Game of Thrones locations. If you want churches, museums, or a full account of Dubrovnik’s past, you will need another visit or a separate city tour.

The one-hour Old Town section is long enough to feel substantial. It is not a quick photo stop followed by a rushed transfer. You have time to connect the filming sites, ask questions, and look around. At the same time, the total experience remains under two hours, which helps if your schedule is tight.

Ending at the Iron Throne on Boškovićeva

The final stop is Apartments Boškovićeva, where you can sit on a replica of the Iron Throne and take photographs. The scheduled time is about 10 minutes, and admission to this part is included.

This is a simple finish, but it gives the tour a clear payoff. You move from seeing filming locations to taking part in the fantasy yourself. You can sit at the throne and pose as King or Khaleesi of King’s Landing, with the guide helping make the photo moment work.

The tour ends at the Dubrovnik City shop, also identified as the Iron Throne location, at Boškovićeva 7. It is reached through the third entrance to the Old City from the Buže side. Since the start and end points differ, do not assume you will return to the fountain.

The throne photo is particularly useful for families, couples, and fans who want one obvious souvenir from the experience. It also gives the tour a more relaxed ending. After nearly two hours of walking and listening, you get a chance to stop, pose, and leave with a picture rather than only a set of locations in your camera roll.

What the local perspective adds

A screen-location tour can easily become a list of filming facts. This one tries to avoid that by covering life in Dubrovnik during production and local opinions about the show.

That local context is important. Dubrovnik is not only a backdrop. It is a working city with residents, shops, apartments, and a daily routine. The guide’s comments about filming help you understand what changed when a global television production arrived.

You also get city information along the way. Ivona, in particular, is described as answering questions about Dubrovnik as well as explaining the Game of Thrones sites. That makes the walk more useful for someone who wants a little local orientation, not just a sequence of famous scenes.

I would ask questions freely. The small group is one of the best reasons to choose this tour. You can ask which scenes were filmed at a location, how the city handled production, or what local people think of the series. The exact answer will depend on the guide, but the format is well suited to conversation.

The locations book is another practical touch. You can use it to explore further after the tour, which matters because 1 hour 45 minutes cannot cover every Game of Thrones connection in Dubrovnik. The book turns the experience into a starting point for your own walk.

Is $78.10 a fair price?

At $78.10 per person, this is not the cheapest way to see Dubrovnik. You are paying for a guided experience rather than entry to a major monument, and the walking time is under two hours.

The price makes more sense when you value the full package: an English-speaking local guide, a group capped at eight, explanations of filming and city life, the Iron Throne photo, and a locations book. The small group is especially important. A large crowd can make a filming tour feel mechanical, while a group of eight or fewer lets you hear the guide and ask questions.

I would call it fair value for a dedicated fan who wants interpretation and a personal pace. It is less convincing for someone who only wants a quick throne photograph. In that case, the tour’s walking and storytelling may feel like more than you need.

The cost also reflects the time saved. You could try to find filming locations on your own, but you would need to identify them, connect the stops, and work out which real places correspond to which fictional settings. The guide and book reduce that effort.

Who should book this experience?

This tour suits you best if Game of Thrones is one of the reasons Dubrovnik is on your trip. You will get the most from the walk if you enjoy matching real streets with scenes and want to hear about the production from someone who understands the city.

It also works well for:

• Couples who want a shared photo on the Iron Throne
• Families looking for a short themed activity
• Fans who prefer a group of eight or fewer
• First-time visitors who want some city information alongside filming sites
• People with a morning available for a focused Old Town walk

You might choose another activity if you want a general history tour, a long visit inside museums, or a full-day look at Dubrovnik. This experience has a clear theme. Its strength is focus, not breadth.

The walking time is manageable for most people, and the activity notes say most participants can take part. Still, you should be ready for an Old Town walk and possible steps or uneven stone underfoot. The tour is offered in English only, so it is best for you if you are comfortable following spoken English for nearly two hours.

Practical advice before you go

Meet at the Amerling Fountain at 9:00 a.m. Allow enough time to find the exact point, especially if you are not familiar with Dubrovnik’s Old Town entrances.

Wear shoes that can handle stone streets. Bring a phone or camera for the Iron Throne photo, though the exact method of taking the picture is not specified. Keep the morning flexible because poor weather can cause the experience to be moved or canceled.

The tour is mobile-ticket friendly, and confirmation is provided at booking. Since the end point is at the Dubrovnik City shop on Boškovićeva rather than back at the fountain, use the finish as your next Old Town starting point.

You can cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the experience begins. A late cancellation or change is not refunded, and the cut-off follows Dubrovnik’s local time.

Should you book this Game of Thrones tour?

Book it if you want more than a list of filming spots. The best parts are the local stories, the compact group, and the way the tour links television locations with real Dubrovnik life. Ivona’s personal approach, including answers about the city, adds value beyond the show itself.

Skip it if you are not interested in Game of Thrones or if $78.10 feels high for a short walking activity. For dedicated fans, though, the Iron Throne photo and locations book give the tour a satisfying finish, while the Old Town walk provides the substance. It is a focused, friendly choice for a morning in Dubrovnik.

FAQ

Where does the tour begin?

The tour begins at the Amerling Fountain on Ul. Svetog Đurđa in Dubrovnik.

What time does the experience start?

The tour starts at 9:00 a.m.

How long does the tour last?

The experience lasts approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.

Where does the tour end?

The tour ends at the Dubrovnik City shop, also identified as the Iron Throne location, at Boškovićeva 7.

Is the Iron Throne photo included?

Yes. The tour includes admission for the Iron Throne photo stop, where you can sit on a replica throne.

How many people can join the tour?

The maximum group size is eight people.

What language is the tour offered in?

The tour is offered in English.

Which Game of Thrones locations are included?

The experience includes Apartment Villa Ahava, the Old Town, and Apartments Boškovićeva. The sites connect with King’s Landing, Blackwater Bay, and Qarth.

Is the tour suitable for most people?

The activity information says most people can participate. It takes place near public transportation and includes walking through Dubrovnik’s Old Town.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start are not refunded.