Game Of Thrones Walking Tour in Girona

Girona’s old town did much of the acting for Game of Thrones. On this two-hour walking tour, you follow Arya Stark and Jon Snow through steep lanes, cathedral steps, the Jewish Quarter, and Romanesque courtyards that became Braavos and King’s Landing. I like the iPad comparisons, which let you see the filmed scene beside the real stonework, and the way guides such as Dylan, Ona, Mike, and Claudia add Girona’s own story. The main catch is that you see the locations from outside, and hot weather plus hills can make the walk tiring.

I especially like that this is not just a screen-location checklist. Local guides connect the show to Girona’s past, and several guides have grown up in or near the city. The small groups reported on some departures make conversation easy, though the advertised maximum is 100 people, so group size can vary. At $38.11, the tour is good value for fans who want context, but less so if you expect museum entry, food, or a full day of sightseeing.

Key points at a glance

• Braavos on Girona’s stone lanes: Walk Claveria and Sant Llorenc in the Jewish Quarter, streets used for Arya Stark scenes.
• The iPad makes the locations click: Compare clips and images from the series with the exact streets and buildings in front of you.
• A local view of Girona: Guides including Dylan, Mike, Ona, Claudia, Pau, and Alexi bring local stories and practical recommendations.
• Major sights come with the film sites: See the cathedral, German Headquarters area, Arab baths, Sant Pere de Galligans, and Sant Feliu.
• A proper walking tour, not a bus loop: Expect slopes, steps, winding lanes, and about two hours on foot.
• Simple, flexible booking: The tour starts and ends at Plaça de Sant Feliu, costs $38.11 per person, and allows free cancellation up to 24 hours ahead.

Why Girona works so well as a Game of Thrones set

Girona has the kind of old stone streets that need little decoration on screen. Its medieval lanes twist uphill, its stairways open onto grand churches, and its courtyards can suggest several different cities with the right camera angle. That is the clever part of this tour: you see how familiar Girona becomes somewhere else.

The focus is the sixth season, when Girona was used for scenes tied to Braavos and King’s Landing. The guide does more than point at a wall and name an episode. With the iPad, you can compare the actual footage with the street in front of you, noticing changes in camera position, set dressing, costumes, and editing.

I find this especially useful if you have watched the series but do not remember every scene. The on-screen comparison gives each stop a purpose. If you have not seen Game of Thrones, the guide can still make the walk worthwhile by explaining Girona’s buildings, Jewish Quarter, churches, and streets.

The tour is listed as a Viator Exclusive, meaning it is sold as a unique experience through that booking channel rather than through other third-party online sellers. That matters mainly if you want this particular combination of Girona history, filming sites, and iPad visuals.

Starting at Sant Feliu and climbing toward the famous staircase

The meeting point is Plaça de Sant Feliu, in central Girona. From there, you walk toward Església de Sant Martí Sacosta and the Pujada de Sant Domenech, the steep approach associated with Girona’s famous staircase.

This is an effective opening because the stairs immediately show you what kind of outing you have chosen. It is not a flat city stroll. Girona’s old quarter rises and falls, and the stone steps can be demanding if you are not used to hills. One guide, Ona, was praised for adjusting the pace for older people and someone with limited mobility, but you should still expect a genuine walking route.

The staircase is a strong photo stop, even if you care more about Girona than television. It gives you a clear sense of how filmmakers used height, narrow perspective, and old masonry to create dramatic scenes. Your guide explains what was filmed here and uses the tablet to place the series image against the real location.

Wear shoes with a firm grip. The tour does not include hotel pickup, food, drinks, or transport, so arrive ready to walk from the central meeting point.

Braavos in the Jewish Quarter

The route then winds through Girona’s Jewish Quarter, one of the most atmospheric parts of the old town. Streets such as Claveria and Sant Llorenc served as Braavos in the series, and their narrow paths make the screen transformation easy to understand.

This is where the tour’s guided format earns its price. Alone, you might admire the old stone and move on. With a guide, you can stop at a particular corner, view the matching series clip, and see how a small change in angle turns Girona into a fictional port city.

The guide also brings the Jewish Quarter back to Girona. That balance matters. A good stop should tell you where Arya walked, but it should also explain why the street looks the way it does and how it fits into the city’s past. Dylan, Mike, Claudia, and Ona were each praised for tying the show to Girona and Catalonia rather than treating the city as a collection of film props.

The lanes are narrow, so your guide may need to keep the group moving when other people are passing through. Do not expect to linger in every doorway. The value comes from the sequence of locations and the explanation linking them together.

Girona Cathedral and the German Headquarters scenes

The walk passes the Cathedral of Santa Maria, one of Girona’s major landmarks. You get a close look at its baroque façade and hear how the surrounding area appeared in Game of Thrones.

The cathedral stop gives the tour a welcome change of scale. After the tight lanes of Braavos, the broad stone frontage and stairway create a much bigger cinematic frame. It is also a good point for photographs, though the tour is primarily about viewing the exterior and filming areas, not entering the cathedral.

Next comes the area around the German Headquarters, a barracks-style fortification used for battle scenes. The exact mix of history and filming detail depends on your guide, but this stop helps explain how Girona’s existing military architecture served the show’s story.

I like this part because it shows that location filming is not only about famous buildings. A fortification, wall, lane, or staircase can become important when the camera, actors, and editing do the rest. The iPad makes that work visible instead of leaving you to imagine it.

The Arab baths and the Samwell Tarly connection

The route continues to Carrer Ferran el Catolic and an old Arabian bathing complex that later formed part of a convent. The site is associated with the sequence involving Samwell Tarly as he studies to become a maester in Oldtown.

This is one of the more unusual stops because the building’s earlier purpose matters as much as its television role. The guide can show how an older complex was presented on screen as another place entirely. You get a glimpse of the layered character of Girona, where religious, civic, and filming histories occupy the same few streets.

The supplied itinerary also identifies a Romanesque church as the place used for Sam’s study scenes. The wording around this stop is not completely precise, so ask your guide to clarify which building and sequence you are seeing if that matters to you. The iPad should help bridge any gap between the real structure and the scene.

This part of the walk may appeal to fans who enjoy production details. It is not simply a matter of recognizing an actor. You see how the series used historic interiors and exteriors to build Oldtown without taking you to a purpose-built set.

Sant Pere de Galligans and the Romanesque finale

At Plaça dels Jurats, you stop to admire the Monastery of Sant Pere de Galligans. This Romanesque Benedictine structure is known for its cloisters and is one of the tour’s most impressive architectural stops.

Even without the show, this is a worthwhile place to see. The heavy stone, arches, and cloistered design give the final stretch a different feel from the Jewish Quarter and cathedral. Your guide explains its Game of Thrones connection while also placing it within Girona’s religious and architectural story.

This is another moment when the tour works for mixed groups. One person can focus on the filming location, while another enjoys the building itself. A child or family member who has not watched the series can still follow the city-history side, and one guide was specifically praised for adapting the experience to include a child who was not a fan.

The final stop is the Church of Sant Feliu, bringing you back to the area where the tour begins. Since the activity ends at the meeting point, you can continue exploring central Girona afterward or use the guide’s suggestions for food and other sights. Some guides have also shared recommendations for local places to eat and nearby things to see.

What the guides add to the walk

The quality of this experience depends heavily on the person leading it. The strongest guides combine clear English, enthusiasm for the series, and a genuine connection to Girona.

Dylan was described as a local fan who knows the city well and can explain the production side of filming. Mike has grown up in Girona and was praised for mixing local history with the series. Claudia was noted for setting a comfortable pace and answering questions clearly. Ona was praised for patience and for adapting the walk to an older group.

Other named guides include Pau, Mar, Alexi, and Kim. Alexi shared local knowledge from growing up near Girona, while one guide had even appeared as an extra during filming. Another guide was jokingly compared to Samwell Tarly, which may amuse fans of the character.

You cannot choose a particular guide from the information provided, so book this for the route and format rather than for one named person. Still, the repeated pattern is useful: the best version of this tour is conversational, with room for questions, local stories, and a few production details beyond the obvious photo stops.

Is $38.11 a fair price?

At $38.11 per person, the price sits in a reasonable range for a two-hour guided walk in a major historic center. You are paying for an English-speaking local guide, the route planning, and the iPad material that matches scenes to their locations.

The value is strongest if you already like Game of Thrones and want more than a list of filming addresses. The guide saves you from hunting for the exact corners and gives the scenes a local setting. You also cover several important Girona sights along the way.

The value is weaker if you expect admission to the cathedral, monastery, baths, or a museum. Food and drinks are not included, and the tour does not provide hotel pickup or drop-off. One person felt the price would have been easier to justify with an interior visit, more visual material, or water during a hot walk.

Some departures may be small, which makes the experience more personal. The stated maximum is 100 people, so do not assume every date will have a tiny group. The tour is booked an average of 22 days ahead, so reserving early is sensible if your Girona visit has fixed dates.

Practical details for planning your walk

The tour is offered in English and uses a mobile ticket. Confirmation is provided when you book, and the meeting point is Plaça de Sant Feliu, 17004 Girona. It finishes at the same general meeting point.

Girona is reachable by public transportation, and the meeting area is near public transport. Parking can be difficult in the city. One unhappy experience came from spending 30 minutes looking for a space and then walking about a mile to the activity, so public transport is the safer choice if you are coming from outside the center.

Plan for roughly two hours, though the exact pace can vary. You might finish a little early in hot weather, especially if the group is tired. Bring water yourself, since drinks are not supplied and the route may not include a refreshment stop.

Most people can take part, but the stairs, inclines, and uneven old-town streets are real considerations. Tell the guide at the start if you need a slower pace. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations inside that window are not accepted, and the tour requires a minimum number of participants.

Who should book the Girona Game of Thrones walk?

Book it if you want the series locations explained in place, not simply marked on a map. The iPad comparisons are the key feature, especially for scenes you remember only vaguely. You will also get a useful introduction to Girona’s old center.

It suits fans who enjoy production tricks, local anecdotes, and recognizable places. It also works for a mixed group, since the guide covers Girona’s architecture and past as well as the show.

Think twice if you dislike hills, need frequent breaks, or want to spend time inside major monuments. This is a compact outdoor walk, not a full cultural tour with admissions. For a first visit to Girona, I would pair it with extra time before or after the tour to explore at your own pace.

Final call

I would book this tour if Game of Thrones is part of your reason for visiting Girona, or if you want a lively way to get oriented in the old town. Its best features are the local guides, the direct iPad comparisons, and the smart mix of screen locations with real Girona history.

I would skip it only if you want a flat route, interior access, or a broader full-day tour. For most fans, $38.11 is fair for two hours of guided context, provided you arrive ready for stairs, bring water, and understand that the buildings themselves are the main attraction.

FAQ

Where does the Game of Thrones walking tour begin?

It begins at Plaça de Sant Feliu, 17004 Girona, Spain, in central Girona.

Where does the tour finish?

The activity ends back at the meeting point in the Sant Feliu area.

How long does the tour last?

The walking tour lasts approximately two hours.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes. The tour is offered in English and includes a local guide.

Are food, drinks, or hotel transfers included?

No. Food and drinks are not included, and there is no hotel pickup or drop-off.

Can I cancel the booking for a refund?

Yes, you can cancel up to 24 hours before the experience start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours ahead are not accepted, and a minimum number of participants is required for the tour to operate.