Dubrovnik Game of Thrones Full-Day Tour + Lokrum & Srđ

Dubrovnik’s best Game of Thrones tour is not just a walk around a few familiar streets. This full-day outing links the Red Keep at Lovrijenac, the Walk of Shame steps, Lokrum Island, Trsteno Arboretum, and Mount Srđ into one long look at the city and its surroundings. I like the way it uses scene photos to help you match the real place with the television set, and I like that guides such as Roko, Desa, Ivo, and Drazen also explain Dubrovnik’s history. The main catch is cost: the $113.72 tour price does not include the three listed entrance fees, which add up to €55 per person.

I also like the relaxed pace reported by many people who took the tour, with time to explore Lokrum and the arboretum rather than simply stop for a photograph. Still, seven hours is a serious commitment, and some departures have felt rushed or ended early. Bring water, wear shoes suited to stairs, and confirm the extra fees before you book.

At a glance: the details that matter

• Seven hours, six major stops: You visit the Old Town, Lovrijenac Fortress, Lokrum Island, Trsteno Arboretum, and Mount Srđ, with transport between the outer locations.
• The guide makes the difference: Roko, Desa, Ivo, Drazen, Darko, and other guides have been praised for combining filming facts with local history and humor.
• Budget an extra €55: The listed fees are €15 for Lovrijenac, €30 for Lokrum’s botanical gardens, and €10 for Trsteno Arboretum.
• Scene photos help a lot: Your guide uses images from the show so you can compare the filmed scene with the actual Dubrovnik location.
• Expect stairs and walking: A moderate fitness level is required, especially around the Old Town, fortress, and Jesuit Stairs.
• Mount Srđ comes by van: You stop at several viewpoints and avoid the cable car, with a stated saving of €27.

Starting outside Pile Gate at 9:30

The meeting point is at Brsalje ul. 2, by the Amerling Fountain just outside Pile Gate. This is a sensible place to begin. Pile Gate is one of the main entrances to Dubrovnik’s Old Town, and the short introduction gives you basic context before the group starts moving.

The tour is offered in English and has a maximum group size of 30. That is not necessarily a small group, though some departures have been much smaller, with six or seven adults. A smaller group makes it easier to hear stories, ask questions, and keep up on the steps. On a fuller departure, stay close to the guide, especially in crowded parts of the Old Town.

The start is at 9:30 am, so plan to arrive early. The tour includes hotel drop-off in the Dubrovnik area, but pickup is not included as standard. If you want to be collected from your accommodation, you need to contact the operator in advance for a price.

Lovrijenac Fortress, Dubrovnik’s Red Keep

The first major stop is Lovrijenac Fortress, a stone stronghold perched above the sea. Game of Thrones fans know it as the Red Keep, but the real attraction is the setting: high walls, open views, and a direct look back toward Dubrovnik’s Old Town.

You get about 40 minutes here. That is enough to hear filming stories, take photographs, and enjoy the view, but it is not a leisurely fortress visit. The admission fee is listed separately at €15 per person, so this is the first place where the total cost begins to rise.

I would not treat Lovrijenac as a quick fan-only stop. The guide can connect the fortress to Dubrovnik’s defensive past and explain why the location worked so well on screen. The approach and interior involve steps, so this is one of the places where comfortable shoes and a reasonable level of fitness matter.

The Jesuit Stairs and the heart of King’s Landing

The walking section through the Old Town lasts about an hour and 15 minutes. The Jesuit Stairs are the star here, especially for the Walk of Shame scenes, but the route also covers Blackwater Bay locations and other recognizable corners used in the series.

This is the most concentrated Game of Thrones part of the day. Your guide uses printed scene images to show camera angles and help you spot what changed for filming. Without those pictures, some locations can look like ordinary Dubrovnik streets. With them, the connection is much clearer.

The Old Town itself adds value for people who only watched the show once, or never watched it at all. The tour also covers the city’s construction, plague, local customs, and the effect of filming on the area. Several guides have been praised for answering questions and adjusting the amount of show detail to suit the group.

The tradeoff is crowds. Dubrovnik’s central streets can be packed, and a group of 30 can be hard to keep together. One person had trouble hearing the guide and another reported a faulty audio device. Ask the guide to pause in a quieter spot if you lose the thread. This is a practical point, not a minor one: the Old Town section works best when you can hear the explanation rather than merely follow the group.

Two hours on Lokrum Island

Lokrum adds a welcome change of scene. After the stone streets and steep stairs, you sail across to the island for about two hours. The island includes filming locations, the official Iron Throne, and free time to relax or swim.

This is one of the strongest parts of the day for anyone who wants more than a checklist of filming sites. You can see the locations, then have a little breathing room. Some people use the free time to wander or swim, while others simply enjoy a break from the city.

The price needs careful attention here. The listed fee for Lokrum Island Botanical Gardens is €30 per person, and it is not included in the tour price. That is a substantial addition for a stop that some people found too short, particularly when only about 90 minutes of useful island time remained on their departure.

I would book this part with realistic expectations. Lokrum is not a full island day, and the Game of Thrones locations there are limited compared with the Old Town. Its value comes from the combination of the official Iron Throne, island scenery, a change of pace, and free time. If you want a long swim or a slow botanical visit, the schedule may feel tight.

Trsteno Arboretum and the gardens of King’s Landing

The next stop is Trsteno Arboretum, roughly outside Dubrovnik, with about 45 minutes to explore. Its gardens provided the setting for several important Game of Thrones scenes, and the stop brings a softer, greener side of the region into a day otherwise built around fortresses and stone streets.

The arboretum has been a highlight for many people, especially because of its views and calm atmosphere. It also helps break up the walking. You arrive by vehicle, walk through the gardens, and then continue by van rather than spending the entire day on foot.

Admission costs €10 per person and is not included. Forty-five minutes gives you a useful taste of the gardens, but not a full botanical visit. If gardens are a major interest, you may want to return independently with more time. On this tour, the appeal is seeing a filming site while also enjoying one of the prettiest stops near Dubrovnik.

Mount Srđ by van instead of cable car

The final sightseeing section heads up Mount Srđ by van. The route includes several viewpoints over Dubrovnik, the Old Town, and the Adriatic. The tour presents this as a better view than the cable car and notes a saving of €27.

The van matters here. You avoid arranging another ride and get several photo stops rather than only one arrival point. The views are a strong finish to the day, and the high vantage point helps you understand Dubrovnik’s position between the walled city, sea, and surrounding hills.

This is also an efficient use of time. A cable car ride can be worthwhile, but it adds another ticket and may leave you waiting in line. The van keeps the group together and folds the mountain into the wider tour.

After the viewpoints, the tour returns you to Dubrovnik. The stated end is back in town, with drop-off included in the Dubrovnik area. The overall program is supposed to last about seven to seven and a half hours, though one departure finished 45 minutes early and another about an hour early. If you are planning dinner or another timed activity, leave a buffer.

What you really pay for the day

The advertised price is $113.72 per person. Add the three listed admission fees:

• Lovrijenac Fortress: €15
• Lokrum Island Botanical Gardens: €30
• Trsteno Arboretum: €10

That brings the additional cost to €55 per person, before food, drinks, or snacks. One person reported paying about €50 in entrance fees, but the stated current breakdown totals €55, so I would budget using the higher figure.

The total is not cheap. The value depends on how many separate outings you would otherwise arrange. In one day, you get a guided Old Town walk, a fortress, an island visit, a garden, mountain viewpoints, a professional driver, and a licensed guide. Transport to Trsteno and Mount Srđ is especially useful because these locations sit outside the Old Town.

Food and lunch are not included. You are free to bring snacks, and water refills are available at several points. I would carry a refillable bottle and some cash, since the day includes entrance fees and limited meal planning.

The guides are central to the experience

The strongest part of this tour is the guide’s ability to link two subjects: the television production and Dubrovnik itself. Roko has been praised for humor, patience, and clear storytelling. Desa has been singled out for combining show details with local history and for adapting the day to the group. Ivo has helped people manage stairs and vehicle transfers, while Drazen has been praised for bringing the scenes to life.

That variety matters because the tour is not built around one fixed lecture. A good guide can slow down for questions, show the scene photos clearly, and explain why a real location looks different on screen. The best departures also make room for people who are not major fans.

Still, guide quality can vary. One person felt dismissed when asking questions and found the explanations uninteresting. Another struggled to hear because of poor audio equipment. If you have hearing concerns, stand near the guide and say so early. If you are not a Game of Thrones fan, tell the guide that you would like more city history and local context.

Physical effort, weather, and group size

You need a moderate fitness level. The day includes city walking, stairs at the Jesuit Stairs and Lovrijenac, time on uneven surfaces, and getting in and out of a van. One person with a recent back injury found the guide helpful, but you should not count on personal assistance as a guaranteed feature.

Dubrovnik’s summer heat can make seven hours feel long. Water, sun protection, and sensible shoes will improve the day. The tour requires good weather. If poor weather cancels it, you are offered another date or a full refund.

The maximum group size is 30, though some departures have been much smaller. A small group can make the whole day feel calm and personal. A larger group may slow down at gates, stairs, and viewpoints. The operator describes professional licensed guides and drivers, but the practical feel depends on the group assigned to your departure.

Who should book this Dubrovnik tour?

I would choose this tour if you want to see many Game of Thrones locations but also want a proper introduction to Dubrovnik. It is especially useful early in your stay, since the Old Town explanations and Mount Srđ viewpoint can help you get oriented.

It suits you best if:

• You want a full day rather than a one-hour filming walk.
• You enjoy history as much as television trivia.
• You prefer organized transport to Trsteno and Mount Srđ.
• You want to visit Lokrum but do not want to arrange the details yourself.
• You are comfortable with stairs, walking, and a long sightseeing schedule.

I would hesitate if you want a slow island day, dislike group tours, or are trying to keep costs low. The extra €55 in entrance fees changes the price calculation, and Lokrum may feel brief for the money. A shorter Old Town Game of Thrones walk could be a better fit if the show is your only interest.

FAQ

Where does the tour start?

It starts at Brsalje ul. 2 in Dubrovnik, by the Amerling Fountain just outside Pile Gate.

What time does the tour begin?

The stated start time is 9:30 am.

How long does the experience last?

The advertised duration is about seven to seven and a half hours, although the actual finish can vary.

Is hotel pickup included?

Hotel drop-off is included for accommodations in the Dubrovnik area. Pickup is not included as standard, but you can contact the operator in advance for pricing.

What entrance fees do I need to pay?

The listed extra fees are €15 for Lovrijenac Fortress, €30 for Lokrum Island Botanical Gardens, and €10 for Trsteno Arboretum.

Is lunch included?

No. Food, drinks, and lunch are not included. You can bring your own snacks.

Is the tour suitable for people who have not watched Game of Thrones?

Yes. Scene photos and the guide’s explanations provide context, and the tour also covers Dubrovnik’s history and sights.

How large can the group be?

The maximum is 30 people. Some departures may be smaller.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours ahead are not refunded. Weather or minimum-group cancellations offer a different date or a full refund.

Should you book it?

Book it if you want the broadest Game of Thrones day around Dubrovnik, not just a walk through the Old Town. The combination of Lovrijenac, the Jesuit Stairs, Lokrum, Trsteno, and Mount Srđ gives you far more range than a short filming tour, and the best guides add real local context.

Go in knowing the true cost, the stairs, and the time commitment. If you budget the €55 in listed entrance fees, carry water, and accept that Lokrum is a timed visit rather than a full afternoon, this is a strong choice for fans and curious nonfans alike.