Game of Thrones Kings Landing filming locations with Lokrum Island visit

Dubrovnik provides the real stone walls, sea views, and fortresses behind King’s Landing, while nearby Lokrum supplies the tropical-looking setting for Qarth. This three-hour Game of Thrones tour links both places by foot and boat, so you get more than a list of photo stops.

I like the included entry to Lovrijenac Fortress and Lokrum, and I like that the guide adds Dubrovnik’s own story alongside the HBO locations. The main consideration is pace: you walk through the old town, climb a fortress, take a boat, and explore an island in one afternoon.

Key points to know before booking

• Lovrijenac is the big opening stop: Climb the fortress used as the Red Keep, with views toward Dubrovnik and the filming area for Blackwater Bay.
• Lokrum adds the boat ride: Reach the island by boat and visit locations linked with Qarth, the Benedictine monastery, and the Arboretum.
• History is part of the tour: The guide explains Dubrovnik as well as the fantasy world shown on screen.
• The timing is neatly contained: Meet at Pile Square at 2 p.m. and finish near Orlando’s Column at about 5:05 p.m.
• Toni has received specific praise: If he leads your group, expect a guide who can handle both Game of Thrones questions and local history.
• The price covers the key extras: At $126.50 per person, the fee includes the guide, boat, and admissions to Lovrijenac and Lokrum.

Why this tour works for Game of Thrones fans

This experience makes sense because Dubrovnik is not just a backdrop you view from a distance. You walk through the old town, look out from a fortress, and then cross the water to an island used for another part of the show’s fictional world.

The strongest part is the contrast between the two settings. Lovrijenac feels tied to the hard, defensive side of King’s Landing. Lokrum offers a more open and unusual setting for Qarth, with monastery buildings, gardens, and peacocks. You see how the production used very different parts of Dubrovnik in one compact story.

I also like that the tour does not treat the series as the whole subject. The guide talks about Dubrovnik’s past and how the city and the fantasy setting overlap. That makes the outing more worthwhile for anyone traveling with a partner or family member who knows the show only casually.

At $126.50 per person, this is not a cheap walking tour. The value depends on how much you want the organized combination of a licensed guide, fortress admission, Lokrum admission, and boat transport. Buying those parts separately could be less straightforward, and you would miss the guide’s explanations connecting the sites.

The group can include up to 40 people, so this is not a private or small-group experience. That larger maximum may matter if you prefer to ask many questions or take photographs without waiting for others. Still, the route covers a lot in three hours, and an organized schedule helps keep the afternoon moving.

Starting at Pile Square and reaching the Red Keep

The meeting point is at Pile Square, by the Amerling fountain, at 2 p.m. Pile is a practical place to begin because it sits beside Dubrovnik’s old town and near the route toward Lovrijenac Fortress.

From there, you walk to Fortress Lovrijenac, the structure used as the Red Keep. The fortress stop lasts about 45 minutes, and admission is included. Expect stairs and an uphill climb, so comfortable shoes are a good idea even though the tour itself is short.

The reward is the view. From the fortress, you can look back toward the old town and out over the water. The setting helps explain why the site worked on screen for the Red Keep and scenes connected with the Battle of Blackwater Bay.

The guide also points out the House of the Undying dungeon location. That gives the stop a useful mix of broad views and specific filming details. You are not simply told that a scene was filmed here. You get a sense of how the fortress, walls, and sea-facing position became part of King’s Landing.

This is likely the most physically demanding section. You should be comfortable walking uphill and handling fortress steps. The tour information says most people can participate, but it does not promise a step-free route or list special accessibility arrangements.

Walking from Pile to the Old Port

After Lovrijenac, the route returns toward Pile and Brsalje. You then cross Stradun, Dubrovnik’s main street, on the way to the Old Port.

This part matters because it links the fortress to the heart of Dubrovnik rather than treating the locations as isolated film sets. The guide can place the city streets and harbor in the wider story of King’s Landing while also explaining the real city around you.

The schedule allows about 45 minutes from the first meeting point to the end of the fortress portion, followed by the walk through town. Exact walking time can vary, since the route includes a fortress visit and movement through the old town.

You should keep your camera ready, but also watch your footing. Dubrovnik’s old town has stone paving and the tour keeps to a planned afternoon schedule. If you stop too long for photos, you may feel rushed later.

The boat to Lokrum and the world of Qarth

At about 3:30 p.m., you leave the Old Port by boat for Lokrum. The boat ride is included, and it changes the feel of the experience after the walking sections inside Dubrovnik.

Lokrum is presented as the setting for the magical town of Qarth. The tour gives you about an hour on the island, arriving at approximately 3:45 p.m. You walk toward the Benedictine monastery and the Arboretum, both named parts of this island visit.

The appeal here is not only the television connection. Lokrum gives the tour a second setting with a different mood from the stone fortress. The island’s monastery and planted grounds help explain why it could serve as Qarth, while the boat crossing makes the location feel separate from Dubrovnik’s walls.

The tour information includes a playful practical tip: bring a bun or two for the peacocks. They are part of the island experience, though food is not included and the tour does not include lunch. Treat this as an optional bit of fun, not a promised feeding activity.

You have one hour on Lokrum, which is enough for the stated walk to the monastery and Arboretum but not for a long, unplanned island visit. If you want to wander far beyond those locations, this tour may feel too structured. If you want a focused look at Qarth-related sites with transport arranged, the timing is useful.

What the guide adds beyond screen locations

A good guide is important here because the locations alone do not tell the whole story. You need someone to connect the visible fortress, streets, harbor, and island with scenes from Game of Thrones.

The guide also discusses Dubrovnik’s history. That balance was a strong part of the experience for the people who enjoyed it most. One guide named Toni was specifically praised for answering questions about both the show and the area. Your guide may be someone else, but the tour is designed to include both subjects.

That makes this a better pick than a simple self-guided filming-location map if you want context. You can ask how a real place was adapted for the series, then hear what makes the location important outside the show.

At the same time, you should not book this expecting an expert film-production seminar. The supplied details promise informative commentary about the HBO series and Dubrovnik, but they do not specify behind-the-scenes access, props, cast stories, or production equipment.

A close look at the schedule

The afternoon plan is clear:

• 2:00 p.m.: Meet at Pile Square by the Amerling fountain.
• 2:00 to 2:45 p.m.: Walk to Lovrijenac, visit the fortress, and see the Red Keep locations.
• 2:45 to 3:30 p.m.: Walk through Pile and Brsalje, cross Stradun, and reach the Old Port.
• 3:30 p.m.: Boat to Lokrum.
• 3:45 to 4:45 p.m.: Walk around Lokrum, including the Benedictine monastery and Arboretum.
• 4:45 p.m.: Boat back to Dubrovnik’s Old Port.
• 5:05 p.m.: Finish at Luza Square near Orlando’s Column.

This is a well-contained outing for an afternoon in Dubrovnik. You finish near Orlando’s Column, in the old town, rather than returning to Pile. That gives you an easy place to continue sightseeing or find a meal, but you are responsible for making your own plans after the tour.

The schedule also shows why you should arrive ready to go. A late arrival at Pile could affect the whole group, and the walk, fortress visit, boat crossing, and island stop are connected. Confirmation is provided when you book, so check the meeting point and start time carefully.

What the $126.50 price includes

The price is $126.50 per person. Included are the English-speaking guide, boat transport, entry to Lovrijenac Fortress, and entry to Lokrum Island.

That package is useful because the two paid attractions and the boat are not incidental extras. The tour depends on reaching both the fortress and island, so having those admissions and the crossing built into the fee keeps the afternoon simple.

Lunch is not included. The activity lasts roughly three hours and runs from 2 to about 5:05 p.m., so you can eat before the start or plan a meal afterward. Do not count on a meal break during the scheduled route.

The value is strongest for a fan who wants the major locations explained in one outing. The value is weaker if you already know Dubrovnik well, prefer to explore alone, or want a very small group. The maximum group size is 40 people, and the price does not promise private guiding.

The tour is booked, on average, about 15 days ahead. That does not guarantee availability for your dates, but it is a useful sign that you should not leave planning until the last minute if your Dubrovnik schedule is fixed.

Who should book this Dubrovnik tour

I would point this tour toward a Game of Thrones fan who wants the famous sites without arranging several separate visits. It also suits couples or families with mixed interests because the guide covers Dubrovnik history as well as the show.

The child rate applies only when sharing with two paying adults. A minimum of two people is required for a booking, so solo visitors cannot reserve it alone under the stated rules.

The tour is near public transport, begins in a central part of Dubrovnik, and ends in the old town. Most people can take part, but you should be ready for walking and the fortress climb. Anyone who needs detailed accessibility information should contact the supplier before booking, since the available details do not describe step-free access.

An English-speaking guide leads the activity. Mobile tickets are available, which is convenient for a phone-based booking, though you should still keep your confirmation accessible at the meeting point.

Cancellation and practical planning

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the local start time. Changes made less than 24 hours before the start are not accepted, and cancellations inside that window are not refunded.

The supplier is Gulliver Travel. For booking questions, the provided contact number is +385 0916035117, and it accepts calls only, not text messages.

Plan for an afternoon with no separate lunch stop. Wear shoes suited to the Lovrijenac climb and old-town walking, and keep the schedule in mind when taking photographs. The boat and island section depend on the planned timing, so this is not the right outing for an entirely free-form afternoon.

Should you book the Game of Thrones and Lokrum tour?

Book it if you want the Red Keep and Qarth in one afternoon, with the boat, admissions, and guide handled for you. Lovrijenac gives you the grand views and strongest King’s Landing connection, while Lokrum adds a change of scene that makes the tour feel broader than a standard old-town walk.

Skip it if you want a private guide, a slow pace, or a long independent visit to Lokrum. At $126.50, the tour earns its price through the combined inclusions and the guide’s context, not through luxury or personal attention.

For most fans, the best reason to choose it is the balance: major filming locations, Dubrovnik history, a fortress, and a boat ride in about three hours. Just arrive on time at Pile, expect steps, and leave room in your day after 5:05 p.m. for your own plans in the old town.

FAQ

Where does the tour begin?

The tour begins at Pile Square in Dubrovnik, by the Amerling fountain.

What time does the tour start?

The scheduled start time is 2:00 p.m.

Where does the tour end?

The tour ends at Luza Square near Orlando’s Column in Dubrovnik’s old town, at about 5:05 p.m.

How long does the experience last?

The experience lasts approximately three hours.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes. The tour is offered in English.

Is the boat ride included?

Yes. The guide and boat are included in the price.

Are Lovrijenac Fortress and Lokrum admission fees included?

Yes. Entrance to Lovrijenac Fortress and Lokrum Island is included.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch is not included.

How many people can join the tour?

The maximum group size is 40 people.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

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