ONLY Game of Thrones Tour – All the spots in one hour

Girona gives this Game of Thrones tour a strong setting: medieval streets, old stone buildings, and a cathedral used as the Great Sept of Baelor. In one hour, you go straight to the filming spots tied to Arya Stark, Braavos, and Old Town, with scene clips and photos to show how the series changed each place.

I like two things here. First, the guide uses images and videos at the exact points where scenes were filmed, which makes the connection clear. Second, the tour adds just enough Girona background to keep non-fans interested. The main consideration is the tight one-hour format, which means this is a focused film-location walk, not a full city tour.

Key points at a glance

• One hour, no filler: The route focuses on Game of Thrones locations rather than covering Girona’s standard sights.
• Real scene comparisons: Your guide uses photos, video, and printed comparison sheets to match the show with the streets around you.
• Braavos and Old Town locations: You visit places used for major scenes involving Arya Stark and the fictional cities.
• Guides with local stories: Dani, Jordi, and David have added filming anecdotes and Girona background to the walk.
• Good for mixed groups: People who have never watched the series can still enjoy the architecture, city stories, and filming process.
• Simple value: At $33 per person, the tour makes sense if you want a short, focused activity rather than a broad introduction to Girona.

Why Girona works so well for Game of Thrones

The clever part of this experience is that Girona does not need much dressing up to look like a fantasy city. Its old streets and stone buildings already have the age and texture the series needed. The production used parts of the city as Braavos and Old Town, turning familiar corners into places from Westeros.

You are not simply shown a pretty street and told that a scene happened somewhere nearby. The guide uses a picture or short clip to point out what changed on screen. A doorway, stairway, wall, or open square can look quite different once costumes, extras, set decoration, and camera angles are added.

That comparison is the heart of the tour. If you have watched the series, you can place the scene in its real setting. If you have not, you still get a quick lesson in how filmmakers reshape a historic city for television.

I also like that the tour does not pretend Game of Thrones is the only reason Girona matters. Guides have added stories about the city as you walk between filming locations. That helps the hour feel like a small local tour, not just a string of television references.

Starting beside the square monument

The meeting point is next to the monument in the square. If rain is expected, the alternative meeting point is beside Konig’s Restaurant. You will want to arrive ready to walk, since the experience moves through the old part of Girona rather than staying in one viewing area.

The opening is likely to set the tone quickly. This is not designed as a long welcome talk or a general orientation to the city. The aim is to get you to the first relevant location and begin linking the real streets to the series.

That direct approach is useful if you have only a short time in Girona. A one-hour tour can fit before another activity, during a city stop, or into a day when you want one compact themed experience. It also helps prevent the common problem with film tours: spending too much time on unrelated sights.

The tradeoff is simple. You will not receive a full introduction to Girona’s major monuments, museums, food, or wider past. You get the city through the lens of Game of Thrones, with extra local detail added along the way.

Walking through Braavos and Old Town

The main route takes you through the old part of Girona, where streets were used to represent both Braavos and Old Town. The guide points out the places seen on screen and explains how each location fit into the story.

Arya Stark’s scenes are a major part of the route. You can walk through the same parts of Girona used during her flight from enemies, then compare the real setting with the version shown in the series. The value is in seeing how much of the scene came from the actual city and how much came from filming choices.

The tour also takes you to the cathedral used as the Great Sept of Baelor. This is one of the clearest examples of Girona providing a dramatic setting without needing much alteration. The building gives the walk a strong visual focus, even for someone who has not seen the show.

The route is not presented as a collection of unrelated photo stops. The guide connects locations with the action that took place there, then uses images or video to make the point. That storytelling matters because some filming spots can look ordinary when you see them without actors, costumes, or screen effects.

You should also expect some walking at a fairly purposeful pace. The tour lasts only an hour and aims to cover the key spots in that time. One guide was praised for slowing down for a group with small children, so the pace can be handled with some flexibility, but you should still choose comfortable shoes and be prepared to keep moving.

The guide makes or breaks this short tour

A one-hour film tour depends heavily on the person leading it. The strongest part of this experience is the guide’s mix of series knowledge, local knowledge, and presentation style.

Dani is repeatedly described as warm, funny, and energetic. He has shared filming facts, Girona stories, and personal details about the production. His style appears to work for mixed groups, including people who are not Game of Thrones fans or who have never watched the show.

Jordi has also led the walk, bringing plenty of energy and using videos, photographs, and stories at the key sites. David has been praised for arriving on time, keeping the route moving, and explaining the filming locations with care. One account also names Eduardo David, so the exact guide can vary by departure.

This matters because you are not paying for entry to an attraction. The guide is the main service. A good guide turns a street corner into a scene, explains what happened during filming, and fills the gaps between locations without padding the tour.

The guide may also help with practical matters at the end. Dani has recommended restaurants and even helped arrange a taxi for one group. Those touches are not guaranteed, but they show the useful local role the guide can play beyond the formal route.

Photos, clips, and the value of seeing the edit

The printed material is more important than it may sound. Some tours point at a location and expect you to remember a scene for yourself. Here, the guide brings pictures, videos, and comparison sheets so you can see the original setting and the filmed version together.

One guide used a binder of series images. This is a practical tool, especially when a scene has been altered by framing or set decoration. You can look at the page, then look at the building or street in front of you and work out what the camera included.

The use of video adds another layer. Seeing the scene at the exact place where it was shot helps you notice the angles, movement, and details that a still image may miss. It also gives non-fans a quick sense of why the location was chosen.

The quality of printed images may vary. One piece of feedback suggested that some pictures could be printed at a higher resolution. That is a minor point, but it is worth knowing if you expect glossy production materials. The value comes mainly from the guide’s explanation and the direct comparison, not from the print quality alone.

What non-fans will get from the walk

You do not need to be a devoted fan to get something from this experience. Several visitors joined because someone else in the group loved the series, yet still enjoyed the streets, architecture, and local stories.

If you have never watched Game of Thrones, the tour gives you a quick introduction without requiring a long lecture about every character. The guide can show you what happened in each setting, then explain the location in Girona terms. You get a different way to look at the city, even if you do not recognize Arya or Braavos.

For fans, the payoff is more specific. You can connect the locations to major scenes and see the real places behind the fictional world. The tour also includes behind-the-scenes details about filming days and local people involved in the production, according to the experience shared by the guides.

This makes the walk work well for families and mixed-age groups, too. An older family member who is not interested in the series can focus on Girona’s buildings and stories, while the fan in the group gets the filming details.

Price, timing, and what you actually receive

The price is $33 per person for one hour. That is not the cheapest way to walk around Girona, but it is reasonable if you specifically want the filming locations and an active guide who brings visual references.

You are paying for a focused route and live explanation. You are not paying for cathedral admission, food, drinks, or access to a separate attraction. Tickets to places are not included, and the tour is mainly an outdoor walk through the city.

At this price, the biggest value comes from saving your own research time. You could search for filming spots and compare scenes on your phone, but you would need to plan the route and identify the exact places yourself. The guide handles that work and adds local context.

The one-hour length is both a strength and a limit. It keeps the activity easy to fit into a busy schedule and prevents the subject from being stretched thin. It also means you should not book it expecting a detailed tour of every important sight in Girona.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time, and you can reserve now and pay later. The tour is offered in English, Portuguese, Spanish, and Catalan. Some material may remain in its original language, so ask about that if language clarity is important for your group.

Who should book this Girona tour

I would choose this tour if you have watched Game of Thrones and want to see the actual places used in Girona without spending half a day on a broad city walk. The one-hour format is especially useful if your schedule is tight.

It also suits a group with mixed interests. A fan gets the filming locations, while someone less interested in the series gets Girona’s old streets, cathedral setting, and local stories. The guides’ willingness to add city information keeps the experience from becoming a wall-to-wall television lecture.

Families can make it work, though you should allow for walking and keep the short schedule in mind. A group with small children may need a little patience between stops. The guide may adjust the pace, but the route still has a set amount to cover.

I would skip it if you want a full Girona orientation, a long cathedral visit, or plenty of time inside attractions. This tour is about locations, comparisons, and stories on the move. It is focused by design.

Should you book the Game of Thrones tour?

Book it if the series matters to you, or if you want a quick, unusual way to see Girona’s old center. The scene clips and printed comparisons give the hour a clear purpose, while Dani, Jordi, or David can add local stories that make the route useful for non-fans too.

At $33, the experience offers good value when you want a guide-led filming-location walk and do not need entrance tickets or a full city tour. Just keep your expectations in the right place: this is a compact outdoor route, not a grand sightseeing program.

FAQ

Where does the Game of Thrones tour meet?

The meeting point is next to the monument in the square. If it rains, the group meets beside Konig’s Restaurant.

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts one hour. Starting times depend on availability when you book.

What filming locations does the tour visit?

The route visits key Game of Thrones filming locations in Girona, including places used for Braavos and Old Town. It also includes the cathedral location used as the Great Sept of Baelor and streets connected with Arya Stark’s scenes.

Which languages are available?

Tours are available in English, Portuguese, Spanish, and Catalan. Some content is shown in its original language.

Are entrance tickets included?

No. Tickets to places, meals, and drinks are not included.

What does the guide use during the tour?

The guide uses photos, videos, and comparison sheets to show how Girona’s real streets appeared in Game of Thrones. A printed binder may also be used.

Can I cancel the booking?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, which keeps your plans flexible.