Dubrovnik: Epic Game of Thrones Tour + Lokrum Island Option

Dubrovnik’s Old Town becomes King’s Landing on this lively walking tour, but the real prize is not the replica throne in town. Add the Lokrum option and you can ferry to the island where Qarth was filmed, then sit on the official Iron Throne in the Benedictine monastery. Along the way, your guide holds up scenes from the show so you can match fiction with the stone streets in front of you.

I like the way the tour combines filming locations with Dubrovnik history, rather than treating the city as a film set alone. I also like the guides’ personal connection to the production. Ivan and some other guides worked as extras or were present during filming, which can add useful behind-the-scenes stories. The main drawback is cost: the base price is $24.19, but Lovrjenac Fortress and Lokrum cost extra, and the full version can become a much pricier outing.

Key points to know before you book

• The official Iron Throne is on Lokrum, not in the Old Town, and requires the Lokrum option.
• Lovrjenac Fortress costs €15 extra, though that ticket gives you €15 off the City Walls for 72 hours.
• The walking route includes about 10 flights of stairs, with steep sections around the fortress.
• Guides use show images on location, making it easier to recognize scenes from the series.
• Lokrum is more than a photo stop, with time for swimming, hiking, cliff jumps, food, and a longer island visit after the guided portion.
• The tour is offered in English and can include up to 110 people, though headsets help you hear the guide.

From Dubrovnik’s West Harbour to King’s Landing

The meeting point is outside the City of Dubrovnik Tourist Board at Brsalje ul. 5, near the western entrance to the Old Town. This is a practical starting point because the route quickly reaches the West Harbour, a major filming area used for several seasons of Game of Thrones.

At the harbour, your guide sets the tone for the tour. You will see the real waterfront, then compare it with scenes from the show. The visual comparison is the main strength of this experience. Instead of hearing that a location appeared on screen, you can look from the same angle and see how set dressing, costumes, and camera work changed the place.

The stop lasts about 20 minutes and costs nothing beyond the tour. It is also a good place to get your bearings before the climbing begins.

Lovrjenac Fortress brings the best views and the clearest extra fee

Lovrjenac Fortress is one of Dubrovnik’s most memorable settings. It sits above the sea outside the western walls, with broad views back toward the Old Town and across the Adriatic. Its position explains why it worked so well on screen: the fortress feels separate, defensive, and dramatic even without television magic.

Allow about 45 minutes here. The entrance fee is not included and costs €15 per person, payable by cash or card. This is the detail to understand before booking. You can join the group to the fortress, then either pay to enter or wait outside for about an hour while the rest of the group visits it.

The fee is not simply lost money if you plan to walk the City Walls. Your Lovrjenac ticket gives you €15 off the City Walls, valid for 72 hours. A Dubrovnik Pass or a City Walls ticket also covers entry to the fortress, so check what you already have before paying again.

I consider the fortress worthwhile for the views alone, especially if this is your first time in Dubrovnik. Still, the climb is real. The route includes about 10 flights of stairs overall, and the heat can make them feel longer. Wear sensible shoes, bring water, and use sun protection in July and August.

Pile Gate starts the Old Town portion

After Lovrjenac, the group reaches Pile Gate, the main western entrance to Dubrovnik’s Old Town. This is a free stop and takes about 10 minutes.

Pile Gate is a useful place to connect the show with the city’s daily life. The Old Town is not a purpose-built film village. It is a working historic center, with narrow lanes, stone steps, shops, restaurants, and residents moving through the same spaces used for scenes in King’s Landing.

Large groups can make this part feel busy, especially in high season. The supplied headsets have worked well for many participants, and they matter here. Without them, it would be easy to lose the guide’s explanation while standing in a crowded passage or near a busy entrance.

The Jesuit Staircase recreates Cersei’s walk

The Jesuit Staircase is the emotional center of the Old Town route. It was used for Cersei’s walk of shame and is one of the locations most closely linked with the series.

You spend about 15 minutes here. Your guide uses still images from the show to show how the staircase looked on screen and how the scene was framed. That makes the stop more useful than simply standing on the steps and taking a picture.

The staircase is also a reminder that Dubrovnik is not flat. The steps are steep, and you may need to pause if your knees are troublesome. The tour calls for moderate physical fitness and is not suited to people with mobility issues. The guide may help keep the group together, but the stone steps remain the stone steps.

Stradun adds ordinary Dubrovnik to the fantasy

Stradun is the Old Town’s main street, and the group spends about 10 minutes here. It is a good contrast to the fortress and the more theatrical staircase.

You can see how the show used Dubrovnik’s polished central street while the city continued its normal rhythm around the filming. The guide also adds pieces of Croatian and Dubrovnik history, which many participants value as much as the television material. That extra context makes the tour useful even if someone in your group has never watched Game of Thrones.

This is one reason I would not reserve the experience only for devoted fans. The show gives the route a theme, but the walking tour also introduces key parts of the Old Town.

The walk to Veliki Muo sets up Lokrum

The group continues to Veliki Muo, where the ferry to Lokrum leaves. This stop takes about 10 minutes and is not included in the base price.

If you choose the Lokrum version, the ferry crossing takes about 15 minutes. Boats leave every half hour or hour, depending on the season. The transfer is short, but it adds a fixed transport cost and makes the timing less flexible than a walk through the Old Town.

This is also where the price difference between the two versions becomes important. The Lokrum entrance and round-trip ferry cost €30 for adults. Children aged 5 to 17 pay €5. Payment is made on the spot by cash or card. A three-day or seven-day Dubrovnik Pass gives a 20 or 30 percent discount, depending on the pass.

At the base price of $24.19, adding both Lovrjenac and Lokrum brings the listed costs to roughly $69.19 before currency changes. That is still fair for a guided half-day experience in an expensive destination, but it is not a €24 outing once you choose every major extra.

Lokrum is the best reason to choose the longer option

Lokrum was used as Qarth, and the island gives the tour a welcome change of pace. After the Old Town’s stone lanes and stairs, you get open space, sea air, and time to stop thinking about the clock.

The key attraction is the official Iron Throne in the throne room of the island’s Benedictine Monastery. This is the real throne connected with the Game of Thrones experience, not the Old Town replica. You can take a photograph there as part of the Lokrum option.

The scheduled Lokrum stop is about 30 minutes, but the experience can continue after the guided part. You can remain on the island for a swim, a hike, lunch, drinks, or time near the water. There are restaurants and bars, and the island also offers cliff jumps for those who want a more active afternoon.

Do not treat the 30-minute stop as enough time to experience everything Lokrum offers. It is enough for the throne and a quick look around. If you want swimming or lunch, plan to stay after the tour and check the ferry schedule carefully.

The island visit depends on the weather. Bad conditions can stop the ferry, as happened to one group, and the extra fee was refunded quickly in that case. The operator can offer another date or a full refund if poor weather cancels the experience.

The guides add more than memorized filming facts

The quality of this tour depends heavily on the guide, and the available guide team has made a strong impression. Davor is warm and engaging, while Bogdan combines facts with a sharp sense of humor. Alex and Alexandria have been praised for clear organization and strong stories about the production.

Ivan is especially interesting if you want a personal link to the filming, since he was present during production and has worked as an extra. Ivor has also been described as a guide with firsthand connections to the show. Names are not guaranteed when you book, so choose the experience for the route and format rather than for one specific person.

The guides also add Dubrovnik history, Croatian background, and practical help on the steps. That balance matters. A guide who only recites episode references would make the tour narrow, while one who spends too much time on general history would disappoint devoted fans. This experience generally aims for both.

Timing, group size, and summer comfort

The walking portion takes about two to three hours, depending on the chosen version and the pace of the group. Lokrum can extend your day because you are allowed to stay on the island after the guided visit.

The maximum group size is 110 people. That is a large group, so do not expect a private walk or long personal conversations with the guide. Headsets help, and they have been reported to work well, but you still need to stay close enough to see the images and follow the group.

Summer heat is the main practical concern. The stone streets and fortress stairs offer limited relief, and one July outing was described as extremely hot. Bring water, a hat, and sun protection. Have your camera ready because the group usually does not stop for long photo sessions at every location.

The tour requires moderate fitness. About 10 flights of stairs are spread through the route, with the fortress and Jesuit Staircase the most demanding sections. It is not recommended for people with mobility problems.

Who gets the most from this Dubrovnik tour

I would choose this tour if you want to see several filming locations efficiently and prefer having the scenes explained in front of you. It is especially useful on a first visit, when the Old Town’s narrow streets can make it hard to locate the less obvious Game of Thrones spots.

It also suits a mixed group. A devoted fan can match frames from the show with the actual locations, while a nonfan can still enjoy the Old Town, fortress views, island scenery, and Dubrovnik history.

The Lokrum option is best for anyone with at least part of a free afternoon. You receive the official Iron Throne photo, ferry transport, and the chance to stay for swimming or lunch. If your schedule is tight, or if your interest ends with the Old Town sites, the shorter version may be the better value.

Book at least several weeks ahead if your dates are fixed. This experience is often reserved about 36 days in advance, which suggests that popular summer departures can fill early.

Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations inside that window are not refunded. The tour also needs a minimum number of participants, so a cancellation for that reason brings a choice of another date, another experience, or a full refund.

Should you book it?

Book this experience if Game of Thrones is a major reason for your Dubrovnik visit, or if you want a lively introduction to the Old Town with plenty of useful local context. The scene comparisons, fortress views, and guide stories give the walk more substance than a simple photo hunt.

Choose the Lokrum option if the official Iron Throne matters to you and you can spare extra time and €30 for the island admission and ferry. Skip it if you dislike added costs, steep steps, or fixed boat schedules. Either way, read the fee details before booking, bring water, and expect the most memorable part of the day to be the combination of Dubrovnik itself with the places transformed into King’s Landing.

FAQ

Where does the tour start?

It starts at the City of Dubrovnik Tourist Board, Brsalje ul. 5, 20000 Dubrovnik, near the western side of the Old Town.

Where does the tour finish?

The activity finishes in a different location. With the Lokrum option, the guided experience ends on Lokrum Island, where you may stay afterward.

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts about two to three hours. The Lokrum option can take longer if you remain on the island after the guided portion.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes. The experience is offered in English.

Is the Iron Throne included?

A photo on the official Iron Throne is included only with the Lokrum option. The Old Town replica is not the same throne.

How much does Lokrum cost?

The Lokrum round-trip ferry and admission cost €30 for adults. Children aged 5 to 17 pay €5. Payment is made on the spot by cash or card.

Is Lovrjenac Fortress included?

No. Entry costs €15 per person. The ticket gives you €15 off the City Walls for 72 hours. A Dubrovnik Pass or City Walls ticket also covers entry to the fortress.

How much walking and climbing is involved?

The route includes about 10 flights of stairs and requires moderate physical fitness. It is not recommended for people with mobility issues.

Can I stay on Lokrum after the tour?

Yes, with the Lokrum option. You can remain for swimming, hiking, lunch, drinks, or other island activities.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

You will be offered a different date or a full refund if poor weather cancels the experience. If the minimum number of participants is not reached, you will also be offered another date, another experience, or a full refund.