Legendary Game of Thrones & Lokrum Island Tour

Dubrovnik served as King’s Landing, Qarth, and the Red Keep, and this tour makes those screen locations easy to find. You’ll walk from central Dubrovnik to Lovrijenac Fortress, through Old Town, then take a boat to Lokrum Island for the Iron Throne photo stop. The best guides, including Femi, Roko, and Marko, bring real enthusiasm and behind-the-scenes stories.

I like the use of scene photos, which lets you compare the television set with the actual street, stairway, or wall in front of you. I also like that the tour adds local Dubrovnik history, rather than treating the city as a mere backdrop. The main concern is physical: Lovrijenac involves more than 180 stairs, and the walking can be tiring.

Key points to know before booking

• Lovrijenac Fortress gives you the big Red Keep view, but its entrance fee is extra and the climb is serious.
• The guide’s scene photos make filming locations easy to recognize, especially in the Old Town.
• Lokrum adds the Iron Throne and free time by the sea, though the boat fare is not included.
• The tour starts centrally at 9:30 a.m. and ends on Lokrum, not back at the Dubrovnik meeting point.
• The guide can make or break the experience, with names such as Femi, Roko, Darko, Marko, Michaela, and Sonja appearing among the tour staff.
• You need moderate fitness, comfortable shoes, and a plan for the last boat back from Lokrum.

Why this tour works for Game of Thrones fans

Dubrovnik is unusually good for a television-location tour because the city’s stone walls, steep lanes, fortresses, and sea views already look like a fantasy setting. The show added digital effects and set dressing, but many locations remain easy to recognize once you see the right photograph.

A strong guide does more than point at a doorway. The guide shows you a still from the show, explains what was changed for filming, and then helps you match the scene to the real place. This is especially useful in Old Town, where several locations can look ordinary until you see how the production used them.

The tour is led in English and is designed for fans, but you do not need to know every character or episode. Guides also share local stories and explain how Dubrovnik residents received the production. That extra context gives the walk more value than a simple list of filming sites.

The small details matter. The scenes connected with Joffrey, the Walk of Shame, and the famous Shame steps are among the stops that give the show’s drama a physical setting. You are not simply hearing about King’s Landing. You are standing in the places where those scenes were made.

The group can reach up to 30 people. That is not a tiny private walk, so you may occasionally stand at the edge of the group while a scene is explained. On the other hand, the group size gives solo fans and couples an easy way to meet people who already share the same interest.

Starting beside the Amerling Fountain

The tour begins at Experience Dubrovnik and Dubrovnik Tours, Brsalje ul. 2, beside the Amerling fountain and close to the Dubravka gift shop. This is just outside the main Old Town area, near the access route toward Lovrijenac Fortress.

The scheduled start is 9:30 a.m. Arrive with enough time to find the fountain and identify the guide. The meeting point is central, but Dubrovnik’s streets can be confusing when you are new to town.

The first ten minutes are set aside for gathering the group. There is no admission charge for this opening stop. Hotel pickup is not provided, so you need to reach Brsalje on your own.

Starting outside the busiest core is sensible. The group can get moving before spending the main part of the tour among Old Town streets. It also places you close to the first major stop, Lovrijenac Fortress.

Climbing Lovrijenac, Dubrovnik’s Red Keep

Lovrijenac Fortress is the tour’s most demanding stop and one of its most rewarding. In Game of Thrones, it played the Red Keep. In real life, it sits above the sea with a wide view back toward Dubrovnik’s walls and rooftops.

Before the climb, the guide shows scenes filmed around the base of the fort. This gives you a useful preview before you tackle the steps. The scheduled visit lasts about 30 minutes.

The entrance ticket is not included. The supplied price is 15 euros per person for the Red Keep entrance. Check the current amount when booking, since admission prices can change.

The physical warning deserves more attention than the short itinerary suggests. One account describes more than 180 stairs, and two people in that group could not complete the full route. The tour information calls for moderate physical fitness, but if stairs are difficult for you, contact the operator in advance and ask what route or adjustment is possible.

The guide is not meant to rush you. You can set your own pace and rejoin the group afterward if you cannot reach the top. Still, this is a walking tour, not a drive-by photo trip. Wear shoes with a good grip, carry water, and do not assume the fortress will be a quick, flat stop.

The reward is the view. From Lovrijenac, Dubrovnik’s Old Town appears in the same broad arrangement that makes the Red Keep scenes so convincing. It is one of the best places on the tour for photographs, even if you care little about the show.

Finding King’s Landing in the Old Town

After the fortress, the route moves into Dubrovnik’s Old Town for about 45 minutes. This is where the tour can feel like a location hunt. A stairway, courtyard, wall, or narrow lane may suddenly become familiar when the guide holds up a scene image.

The Old Town was used as King’s Landing, so this section contains several filming points rather than one single attraction. The guide connects the locations to scenes and characters, then explains how the production created the final look.

The Walk of Shame route is a major draw. The Shame steps are another memorable point, especially for fans who want to understand the route as a real piece of Dubrovnik rather than a television set.

I would pay attention to the differences between the real city and the screen version. The show used camera angles, props, and production changes to turn working streets into a fictional capital. Seeing both versions helps you appreciate the craft without losing sight of the actual city around you.

This portion also gives the guide room to talk about Dubrovnik beyond Game of Thrones. Roko was praised for adding local stories and city history, while Femi’s experience as a local and a Game of Thrones extra gave her a personal connection to the production. Other guides named in tour feedback include Darko, Marko, Marco, Michaela, Mikayla, and Sonja.

Because the guide matters so much, the experience may vary from one departure to another. The repeated praise for humor, interaction, show knowledge, and local insight is encouraging, but you cannot select a particular guide unless the operator confirms it.

Taking the boat to Lokrum Island

The tour finishes with the boat ride to Lokrum Island. The scheduled stop lasts about 45 minutes, and the tour ends at the Lokrum Visitor Center at Hrid Bačela, where the Iron Throne is located.

Lokrum played the city of Qarth in the show. The island portion changes the mood of the day. After stone streets and steep stairs, you get sea air, island paths, and time near the water.

The return boat ticket is listed as 30 euros per person and is not included in the tour price. The boat seats are not assigned, so seating is first come, first served. If you care about sitting together or getting a particular view, arrive at the boat promptly.

The island is not just a quick photo backdrop. You can stay after the guided portion, swim, eat at one of the two restaurants, or buy something at the snack bar. Bring swimming gear if you want to use the water, and keep track of the last boat. There are no overnight stays on Lokrum.

The Iron Throne at the GoT Visitor Center is the obvious finale. It gives you the classic photo opportunity, and the setting makes a pleasant finish to the filming-location walk. The tour’s advertised end point is on Lokrum, so plan the rest of your day from the island rather than expecting to be escorted back to Dubrovnik.

The island segment is also the part most exposed to practical problems. Poor weather can cancel the experience, and boat availability has caused some departures to lose the Lokrum portion. One person ended up completing the Game of Thrones walk but visiting Lokrum independently. Another had the island portion canceled because a boat was unavailable.

That does not make the island add-on worthless, but it means you should not build an inflexible schedule around the Iron Throne photo. If Lokrum is your main reason for booking, ask about boat operation before the tour begins.

What the $42.33 price really covers

The listed price is $42.33 per person. It covers the professional local guide and local taxes, but not the two costs that shape the day most: Lovrijenac Fortress admission and the return boat to Lokrum.

Using the supplied amounts, add 15 euros for the Red Keep and 30 euros for the island boat. That makes the required extras 45 euros per person, before food or drinks. The true cost is therefore much higher than the headline tour price.

Value depends on what you want. If you only need a map of filming locations, you could walk around Dubrovnik independently and spend less. But a guide with scene photos, production stories, and local knowledge saves you from searching for locations and guessing what happened where.

The boat ride and access to Lokrum add a full second setting. You are paying not only for a themed walking route, but also for a guided transition from Dubrovnik to an island with the Iron Throne and free time by the sea.

The price makes the most sense for a committed fan, a family that wants a shared activity, or someone with only one day in Dubrovnik. It is less compelling if you dislike walking, do not care about Game of Thrones, or already have a detailed self-guided plan for the same locations.

Food, drinks, and lunch are not included. The island has places to eat, but carry water for the walking portion and budget separately for anything you buy.

Timing, fitness, and the shape of the day

The stated duration is about three hours. That includes the meeting, fortress, Old Town, and the Lokrum portion, but your total outing will be longer if you stay on the island afterward or wait for a return boat.

The route is active from the beginning. The fortress has a substantial stair climb, and Old Town adds more walking on stone streets and steps. Even if the guide uses a relaxed pace, this is not a good match for anyone seeking a seated sightseeing activity.

A moderate fitness level is required. If someone in your party has trouble with stairs, contact the operator at least a day ahead. The tour information says the guide can organize the route around preferences and abilities, but you should discuss this before arrival rather than hope to solve it at the fortress.

Pack:

• Comfortable walking shoes
• Water
• Sun protection suitable for the day
• A swimsuit and towel if you plan to swim
• A small amount of cash or payment method for admissions, food, and drinks

The tour is offered in English. Confirmation is sent at booking, and the maximum group size is 30 people. Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the 9:30 a.m. start. Weather or a failure to reach the minimum group size can also lead to a new date or a full refund.

The guide is the heart of the experience

This tour depends heavily on who leads it. The strongest descriptions focus on guides who are funny, interactive, generous with details, and able to connect the show with Dubrovnik itself.

Femi is especially distinctive because she is local and worked as a Game of Thrones extra. That gives her a direct connection to the filming environment, though guide assignments can change. Roko received praise for organizing the route clearly and adding local stories. Marko and Marco were also singled out for show details, anecdotes, and a friendly manner.

Darko, Sonja, Michaela, and Mikayla are among the other guides associated with positive experiences. The recurring pattern is useful: look for a guide who can explain both the production and the city. A guide who only recites episode facts will give you less than someone who can show why Dubrovnik worked so well on screen.

The tour description calls the guide a Game of Thrones superfan. That enthusiasm can be a real advantage. You can ask about actors, scenes, filming changes, and local reactions instead of receiving a dry location list.

Still, expectations should be realistic. A guide cannot control the weather, the boat, admission arrangements, or the fitness level of the group. The experience may also feel less personal when the group reaches its 30-person limit.

Who should book this Dubrovnik tour?

You should consider it if you want a guided introduction to Dubrovnik’s Game of Thrones sites and like the idea of meeting other fans. It is particularly useful if you want scene photographs, filming anecdotes, and a simple route through places that can be hard to connect on your own.

It also suits families of mixed interest. Nonfans can get local stories and city views, while fans receive the show references. Lovrijenac is worth seeing for its setting alone, and Lokrum offers swimming and food beyond the television theme.

I would hesitate if you have limited mobility, dislike stairs, or need to return to a fixed appointment soon after the three-hour schedule. The boat can be affected by weather or availability, and the tour ends on Lokrum. I would also hesitate if the extra 45 euros per person for the fort and boat makes the total cost uncomfortable.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if Game of Thrones is a major reason you are visiting Dubrovnik and you want the show brought to life by an enthusiastic English-speaking guide. The scene photos, Red Keep viewpoint, King’s Landing locations, and Iron Throne stop create a well-shaped half-day.

Before paying, make two checks. Confirm the current entrance and boat costs, and decide if everyone in your group can manage the fortress stairs. If the answer is yes, the tour offers more than fan service: it gives you a lively way to see Dubrovnik, understand its role in the production, and spend time on Lokrum afterward.

FAQ

Where does the tour start?

It starts at Experience Dubrovnik and Dubrovnik Tours, Brsalje ul. 2, beside the Amerling fountain and close to Dubravka gift shop in central Dubrovnik.

What time does the tour begin?

The scheduled start time is 9:30 a.m.

Where does the tour end?

It ends at the Lokrum Visitor Center on Lokrum Island, at Hrid Bačela, where the Iron Throne is located.

How long does the experience last?

The tour lasts approximately three hours. You can stay on Lokrum afterward, but you must arrange your own return timing.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes. English is the stated tour language.

Are Lovrijenac Fortress tickets included?

No. The Red Keep, or Lovrijenac Fortress, entrance ticket is not included. The supplied price is 15 euros per person.

Is the boat to Lokrum included?

No. The return ticket to Lokrum Island is listed separately at 30 euros per person.

Are the boat seats assigned?

No. Boat seats are not numbered in advance and are available on a first come, first served basis.

Do I need to be fit for the tour?

You need a moderate level of physical fitness. Lovrijenac includes more than 180 stairs, and the tour also involves walking through Dubrovnik’s Old Town.

Can I swim on Lokrum?

Yes. You can swim on the island, and you should bring swimming gear if you plan to do so.

Are food and drinks included?

No. Food, drinks, and lunch are not included. Lokrum has two restaurants and a snack bar.

Can I stay overnight on Lokrum?

No. There are no overnight stays on Lokrum, so check the time of the last boat back to Dubrovnik.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

If poor weather causes cancellation, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the experience for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refunded or accepted.