Private Game of Thrones and City Wall Tour

Dubrovnik does the heavy lifting on this Game of Thrones walking tour. Kolorina Bay becomes Blackwater Bay, Lovrjenac Fortress becomes the Red Keep, and the Old Town supplies King’s Landing at every turn. The real treat is seeing the filming spots beside the medieval city that inspired them.

I like two things right away: you get a private guide, so you can ask questions instead of keeping pace with a large group, and the guides use an album of scene photos to show exactly how the show altered each location. Guides including Mihaela, Michaela, and Ines also bring in Dubrovnik’s past, culture, and behind-the-scenes stories.

The main catch is cost. The $119.83 tour price does not cover admission to Lovrjenac Fortress or the city walls, and those fees can add about €40 per person. You’ll also need good shoes and a fair level of fitness for the wall walk and fortress steps.

Key things to know before you book

• Blackwater Bay begins the story: Kolorina Bay shows how a real harbor became one of the series’ most recognizable locations.
• Lovrjenac is both a filming site and a viewpoint: The fortress supplies Red Keep scenes and a fine look back at Dubrovnik.
• The private format keeps the pace flexible: You can ask questions, pause for photos, and discuss scenes with your own guide.
• Scene photos make older episodes easier to recall: Guides use a Game of Thrones album to match the screen version with the real place.
• The city walls are the tour’s grand finish: Allow one hour for views, filming locations, and the walk around the fortifications.
• Admission fees need careful budgeting: The fortress and wall tickets are separate, with a discount arrangement between the two.

From Blackwater Bay to King’s Landing in 150 minutes

This experience takes about two and a half hours and moves through several of Dubrovnik’s best-known sights. It begins outside the Old Town at Amerling Fountain, next to Dubravka restaurant, then finishes inside the Old Town around Stradun.

The route is well chosen. You start with a bay, climb to a fortress, walk through the old streets, and end above the city on the walls. That order gives you a sense of place before the crowds and narrow lanes of the center take over.

Your guide introduces the program at the fountain and sets the tone with both show facts and local history. That balance matters. If you remember every family name and battle from the series, the filming details will keep you busy. If you watched the show years ago, the historical setting and photo comparisons will help bring the locations back into focus.

Because this is a private activity, the pace can be adjusted to your group. You can ask about a particular scene, spend longer with a view, or keep moving if the heat is strong. The tour is offered in English, and the guides highlighted in the experience, including Mihaela, Michaela, Ines, and Natasa, are described as friendly, fluent, and willing to answer questions.

Kolorina Bay and the real Blackwater Bay

The first stop is Kolorina Bay, about 15 minutes from the meeting point. In the series, this waterfront location served as Blackwater Bay. Your guide points out the places connected with Myrcella’s departure, the ending of the show, and other scenes filmed around the inlet.

This is a good opening stop because the setting is easy to read. You can look at the water and surrounding stone walls, then compare them with the images in the guide’s album. The photos are especially useful if the show’s details have faded from memory. They show the angle used on screen and help you see which parts were changed through camera work or production design.

There is no entrance charge here, so this portion of the tour gives you a useful introduction without adding to the bill. It is also a chance to get comfortable with your guide before the route becomes more demanding.

Do not expect a long visit. Fifteen minutes is enough for an explanation and a few photographs, but not for a slow waterfront stop. Keep your attention on the guide’s scene references, since the value here comes from the comparison between the real bay and its television version.

Lovrjenac Fortress, Dubrovnik’s Red Keep

The path then leads uphill to Lovrjenac Fortress, the dramatic stone fort commonly linked with the Red Keep. The visit lasts about 30 minutes and includes time for the guide to explain filming stories, actors, and the practical side of working on the set.

The fortress is worth seeing even without the show connection. Its position above the water gives you a strong view toward the Old Town, and its thick walls make the production setting feel believable. From here, Dubrovnik’s red roofs, stone defenses, and harbor line up in a way that explains why the city worked so well as King’s Landing.

Inside, the guide points out scenes filmed at the fort and uses the album to make the locations clear. The screen version and the actual fortress will not match in every detail, so the pictures help separate what is genuinely there from what was added for the show.

You also get some free time at the fortress, including a chance to use the restroom. That small pause is useful before the longer city-wall walk.

Admission is not included. The stated fort fee is €15, and paying for it provides a discount on the later wall ticket. The price details supplied for the experience also list €40 per person for Lovrjenac and the walls together, so check the current amount when booking. A Dubrovnik Pass can cover admission to both places, according to the tour information, and may be worth comparing with the separate ticket arrangement if you already plan to visit other city sights.

Stradun and the stone streets of King’s Landing

From the fortress, you continue toward Stradun, Dubrovnik’s famous main street. The walk through the Old Town lasts about 15 minutes at this stop, although the route between places adds to the overall time.

Stradun is broad, polished, and lined with historic buildings. The guide shows you where Game of Thrones scenes were filmed and points out other productions that used Dubrovnik as a backdrop. This is where the tour shifts from a few obvious filming sites to the way the whole town functioned as a set.

I find this part useful even if you are not a major fan. You see how a working city can be dressed for fiction without losing its own identity. The guide can also add context about Dubrovnik’s culture and past, which keeps the walk from becoming a simple hunt for props and camera angles.

The Old Town streets can be crowded, especially at popular times. A private guide helps because you can stop for a question without holding up a large party, but the narrow lanes still make photography slower. Keep your belongings secure and stay close enough to hear the guide when the street is noisy.

Ivan Gundulić Square and the Shame stairs

The next brief stop is the monument to poet Ivan Gundulić, in the square that also hosts a farmers market. The visit is listed at about 10 minutes.

The main attraction here is the famous staircase known as the Shame stairs. Game of Thrones fans will recognize the setting from the walk connected with Cersei’s public punishment. Your guide uses the scene album to show the television framing and explain how the location appeared on screen.

This stop is short, but it connects the show to an ordinary part of Dubrovnik’s center. The square is not only a film set. It is also a public place with a market and a monument, so you get a quick look at daily city life between the larger attractions.

The stairs are one of the tour’s physical challenges. If your knees are sensitive, take them slowly and tell your guide. The experience advises against booking if you have knee problems, and the full route requires moderate physical fitness.

Pile Gate and the entrance to King’s Landing

Pile Gate is the main entrance area to the Old Town and another familiar Game of Thrones setting. The visit takes about 10 minutes and focuses on the moment when King Joffrey is attacked by people in King’s Landing.

This is a useful orientation stop as well as a filming location. The gate helps you understand how Dubrovnik’s defenses shaped the city’s movement. Once you pass through, the Old Town becomes a compact series of lanes, squares, stairways, and stone buildings.

The stop does not require a separate admission ticket. It is also a practical place to take in the scale of the city before the final section on the walls. Your guide may need to keep the group moving here because this entrance can be crowded and noisy.

Walking Dubrovnik’s city walls for one hour

The city walls are the main event for many people. The walk takes about an hour and gives you broad views over the Old Town, the sea, and the surrounding fortifications. It also adds several Game of Thrones locations, including the route associated with the House of the Undying.

You’ll see Dubrovnik from above rather than only from street level. That change is important. On the ground, the Old Town can feel like a maze of alleys and stairs. From the walls, you can understand its shape, defensive planning, rooftops, and position beside the water.

The walk also gives the guide room to connect different filming sites. Instead of seeing one courtyard or staircase at a time, you can look across the city and recognize how several parts were combined to create King’s Landing. Scene photos make these explanations easier to follow.

City-wall admission is separate. The supplied information lists a standard price of €35 and a reduced price of €20 after the Lovrjenac discount, while the general price note gives a combined amount of €40 per person for the fort and walls. Because the figures are presented differently, confirm the current ticket cost and discount at booking. The Dubrovnik Pass is another stated option for admission to both sites.

Wear shoes with a solid grip. The tour is not described as a strenuous hike, but you will deal with steps, exposed walking areas, and a long period on your feet. Summer sun can also make the walls feel harder than the clock suggests. There is no promise of shade or seating along the route, so plan your clothing and water sensibly without assuming the guide can change the weather.

The tour ends inside the Old Town, usually around Stradun, though the end point can be adjusted. That makes it easy to continue exploring on your own, stop for a meal, or return to a hotel in the center.

Why the private format matters

At $119.83 per person, this is not a budget walk. The price makes more sense for couples, families, or small groups who value personal attention and want to ask many questions.

The strongest benefit is conversation. You can ask your guide to explain a scene you barely remember, compare a real building with its screen version, or shift toward Dubrovnik history when the television details are no longer enough. That flexibility is difficult to get in a large group.

The guides also add human touches. Mihaela and Michaela are described as university-educated, certified guides who combine local history with filming knowledge. One guide helped a family contact an Uber driver and a restaurant after a wallet went missing before the tour. That kind of practical help is not a formal feature, but it shows the value of having a local English-speaking person beside you.

Ines used scene photographs to refresh memories and explain how the production changed the city’s appearance. Natasa is described as punctual, friendly, and ready to answer questions. The exact guide depends on the date, so do not book expecting a specific person unless the operator confirms it.

Who will get the most from this tour?

I’d choose this experience if you meet most of these conditions:

• You want both Game of Thrones locations and Dubrovnik context.
• You prefer a private conversation to a fixed group pace.
• You are comfortable walking for two and a half hours, including stairs and city walls.
• You want help matching real locations to screen images.
• You are staying near the Old Town or can reach Amerling Fountain independently.
• You are willing to pay extra for the fortress and wall admissions.

It can also work for someone who is only mildly interested in the show. The route includes major Dubrovnik sights, and the historical explanations give the walk a purpose beyond television trivia.

I would think twice if you have knee problems, dislike uphill walking, or want a low-cost introduction to the city. The extra ticket charges are significant, and the experience does not include pickup unless arranged for an additional fee.

Timing, meeting point, and cancellation details

Meet at Amerling Fountain on Ul. Svetog Đurđa, beside Dubravka restaurant. Pickup is not included, although it may be available for an extra charge. The tour is offered in English and uses a mobile ticket.

The published operating schedule lists Monday departures from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., within the stated operating dates. Confirm the exact departure time when you reserve, since the experience takes about 150 minutes.

You receive confirmation at booking. Service animals are allowed, and the meeting area is near public transportation. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time. Late cancellations and changes are not accepted, and poor weather or failure to meet the minimum number of participants can lead to a new date, another experience, or a full refund.

Should you book the Game of Thrones and City Wall Tour?

Book it if you want Dubrovnik’s biggest sights tied together by a guide who can explain both the fiction and the real city. The combination of scene photographs, Lovrjenac Fortress, Stradun, the Shame stairs, Pile Gate, and the city walls gives you a full route in a short time.

The best value comes when you use the private format. Ask questions, request comparisons, and let the guide adjust the balance between show facts and local history. Before paying, budget for the separate admissions and confirm the current fort and wall prices.

For fans, the Red Keep and city-wall sections are the clear highlights. For everyone else, the tour still works as a compact Old Town introduction, provided you are ready for stairs, sun, and a fairly high total cost.

FAQ

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, including the main stops and the one-hour city-wall walk.

Where does the tour begin?

It begins at Amerling Fountain on Ul. Svetog Đurđa, next to Dubravka restaurant in Dubrovnik.

Where does the tour end?

It ends inside Dubrovnik’s Old Town, generally around Stradun. The end point can be adjusted according to your preference.

Are Lovrjenac Fortress and the city walls included in the tour price?

No. Admission is listed separately. Lovrjenac costs €15, and the city-wall ticket is listed as €35 before the stated discount connected with the fortress ticket. The tour information also gives a combined estimate of €40 per person, so confirm the current amount before booking.

Is the tour private?

Yes. Only your group participates, and the guide can respond to your questions and adjust the pace for your party.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours in advance are not refunded, and poor weather may result in a different date or a full refund.