Where to Go: the 11 Best History & Film Tours Worldwide

1.Game of Thrones & History of Dubrovnik Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 628 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $30Our pick

Walk through Dubrovnik with guides such as Ivan, Daniela, Bruno, and Josip, linking Game of Thrones scenes to the city’s history. You’ll visit Pile Gate, Kolorina Bay, the western harbor, and Old Town locations used for King’s Landing. The 90-minute tour suits fans who want a focused introduction without a long day on foot.

“Go early to avoid direct sun. Tour was fun and informative. Our guide spoke English well and was very interesting.”

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2.History and Movie Tour of Beaufort by Golf Cart

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 562 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $38

Ride through Beaufort’s historic district in a small Yamaha golf cart while guides such as Kathy, Gina, and Mike connect Spanish, French, English, Civil War, and film history. You’ll see Forrest Gump and The Great Santini locations, Robert Smalls’ burial place, antebellum homes, churches, and local shops in about one hour.

“Tour was just enough. It had more history than I expected but I did wish it had a little more movie insights”

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3.History and Game of Thrones Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 85 reviews · from $29

Walk Dubrovnik’s Old Town with an English-speaking local guide, combining Ragusa’s past with Game of Thrones filming spots. See Pile Bay, Fort Lawrence, Pile Gate, the Franciscan Monastery, Rector’s Palace, and the Walk of Shame steps. Guides such as Roko, Daniela, Andrea, and Drazen add stories, filming details, and local tips.

“Daniela was absolutely brilliant and a pleasure…. Really enjoyed the tour 🤩”

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4.Game of Thrones and History Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 2 hours · from $29

Join local guide Hrvoje Gustin for a two-hour walk through Dubrovnik’s Old Town, where Republic of Ragusa stories meet Game of Thrones locations. With no more than eight people, you’ll visit the West Harbour, Pile Gate, Stradun, Jesuit Stairs, Cathedral, and Rector’s Palace, using scene photos along the way and finishing with an Iron Throne photo.

“Loved that it is designed as a small tour. Makes the experience a lot easier and enjoyable in a busy town like Dubrovnik.”

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5.Game of Thrones & History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 72 reviews · 1h 30m · from $29

Walk Dubrovnik with an English-speaking guide such as Ivan, Milka, or Karmen, visiting Game of Thrones locations from Pile Park to the Jesuit Stairs. You’ll see King’s Landing scenes, view episode photos, and learn about the Dubrovnik Republic. The 90-minute route includes many stairs and can be booked as a private group.

“Milka was a fantastic guide! She told us a lot about the history of Dubrovnik as well as Game of Thrones highlights. She lived through the filming of the show so she knew a lot of the ins and outs of the filming. She also is a true historian so she knew the history of the city and could answer all our questions.”

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6.Dubrovnik History and Game of Thrones Locations Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 49 reviews · 1h 30m

Walk Dubrovnik’s marble lanes with a private guide such as Boris or Anne-Femica, matching Game of Thrones scenes to real locations with screenshot booklets. You’ll see Pile Gate, Stradun, the Jesuit Stairs, Rector’s Palace, and more, while learning the city’s legends and daily life. The route is brisk, focused, and best for small groups.

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7.Historical Tour with Game of thrones details

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 43 reviews · from $34

Meet Dorotea or Tea at Ploče Gate for a two-hour walk through Dubrovnik’s Old Town. You’ll hear how the Dubrovnik Republic grew wealthy, visit major Game of Thrones filming sites, walk the famous Walk of Shame route, and get help with photos and local tips. Groups are limited to six.

“Dorotea was an amazing tour guide. Her tour is combination of Dubrovnik history and Game of Thrones. She is prepared to show you what the scene looked like during GOT. Her tour groups are small which means that you can hear everything. I was only one booked and she still conducted the tour. Recommend that you book with Dorotea!”

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8.Schindler’s List Movie Tour: Historic Sites & Film Location

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $27Best value

Follow Alicja through Kazimierz and Podgórze on a 2 to 4-hour English walking tour linking Schindler’s List scenes with real wartime sites. See the Old Synagogue, Ghetto Heroes’ Square, and Schindler’s former factory while viewing original film stills and learning how more than 1,000 lives were saved.

“Eine wirklich ganz tolle Tour über historische Orte sowie Drehorte zu Schindlers Liste. Alicja hat ein wirklich beeindruckend umfangreiches Wissen über die wahre Geschichte Oskar Schindlers sowie die Entstehung des Films in Krakau. Man merkte ihr an, dass sie sich mit ganzem Herzen für die Geschichte ihrer Stadt interessiert und diese auch gerne vermittelt. Uns hat die Tour sehr gut gefallen, wir können Alicja daher uneingeschränkt weiterempfehlen.”

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9.Cinematic & Classical Organ Experience in Historic Church

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 22 reviews · 1 hour · from $29

Step into Milan’s Church of Sant’Angelo for a one-hour musical journey led in English or Italian. Maestro De Vita demonstrates how the pipe organ can echo an orchestra, moving from Italian classics to Interstellar, Ennio Morricone, and Game of Thrones in a historic church setting.

“Geweldige ervaring Classicum.it. Het orgelconcert was indrukwekkend en de geluidskwaliteit uitstekend”

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10.Historic Hollywood Boulevard and Movie Palaces Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4 reviews · 2h 30m · from $35

Spend 2.5 hours walking Hollywood Boulevard with a local guide such as Éloi or Mark. See the Hollywood Sign, Walk of Fame, Egyptian Theatre, Dolby Theatre, TCL Chinese Theatre, Musso & Frank Grill, and Roosevelt Hotel while learning how Hollywood became the film capital of the world.

“Visite très intéressante ! Éloi est un guide génial avec humour et connaissances ! Merci beaucoup 🙏🏼”

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11.Hollywood Hills Spiritual and Cultural Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 2h 30m · from $65

Join Von or another multilingual guide for a 150-minute small-group drive through Hollywood Hills and Los Feliz. Visit Krotona, the Vedanta Temple, Hollywood Reservoir, the Hollywood Sign, and the Philosophical Research Society. Expect spiritual history, city views, short walks, and transport in a Jeep or van.

“I had such an incredible experience on this spiritual tour of downtown Los Angeles with Von as our guide. From the very beginning, his knowledge and passion were so clear. He wasn’t just sharing information—he was weaving history, spirituality, and hidden gems of the city into a journey that felt both eye-opening and grounding. Von took us to places I’ve walked past before but never truly seen. Through his guidance, these spaces came alive with meaning, symbolism, and deeper connection. His background and education really shine through—he’s not only well-versed in the spiritual traditions he shares but also in the history and culture of Los Angeles. What made the tour…”

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