Dubrovnik Game of Thrones Full-Day Tour + Lokrum & Srđ

Dubrovnik makes a superb outdoor set for Game of Thrones, and this tour takes you far beyond the famous Old Town alleys. You’ll stand at the Walk of Shame steps, look across Blackwater Bay, visit the Red Keep at Lovrijenac Fortress, then leave the city for Lokrum, Trsteno Arboretum, and Mount Srđ.

I especially like the mix of filming sites and real local history. Guides such as Roko, Desa, Ivo, and Drazen are repeatedly praised for explaining the show while also covering Dubrovnik’s buildings, wartime past, customs, and daily life. I also like that the tour gets you outside the Old Town, where the views and gardens add variety.

The main caution is cost. The tour price is $113.72, but admission fees add another €55 per person for Lovrijenac, Lokrum, and Trsteno. The day can also involve plenty of stairs, walking, and time in the sun, while a few people found the tour rushed or difficult to hear.

Key points to know before booking

• See the Red Keep at Lovrijenac Fortress: Visit the cliff-top fortress used for many King’s Landing scenes, with wide views toward the Old Town.
• Compare scenes with the real locations: Guides use photographs from the show to help you match screen images with the steps, walls, harbor, and streets around you.
• Lokrum adds a full island break: You’ll take a boat across, visit the official Iron Throne, and have free time for exploring, relaxing, or swimming.
• Trsteno Arboretum is the calmest stop: The gardens provide a welcome change from crowded stone streets and are one of the tour’s most scenic highlights.
• Mount Srđ replaces the cable car: A van takes you to several viewpoints above Dubrovnik, with the tour presenting this as a way to save €27.
• Budget for extra fees: The listed admissions total €55 per person, before food, drinks, or any separately arranged pickup.

Why this full-day tour works for more than Game of Thrones fans

You do not need to be a devoted fan to enjoy this day. Several parts of the tour are built around Dubrovnik itself, and the guides use scene photos to explain what happened on screen. That helps if you watched the series only once, or if someone in your group is the fan and someone else is not.

The best guides adjust the balance. Roko, Desa, Ivo, Darko, and Drazen are each praised for mixing filming facts with stories about Dubrovnik’s past and present. One guide also spoke English and German fluently, though guide language can vary by departure.

The format gives you a useful first look at the city. You see the Old Town on foot, the sea from Lovrijenac, an island just offshore, gardens outside town, and the high view from Mount Srđ. That range is the real value of the day. You are not simply checking off filming spots. You are seeing how Dubrovnik fits together.

The tour begins at 9:30 a.m. near the Amerling Fountain, just outside Pile Gate. It lasts about seven to seven and a half hours, although timing can vary. The maximum group size is 30, but some departures have been much smaller, including groups of six or seven. A smaller group makes it easier to hear the guide and ask questions, but you should not assume every departure will be tiny.

Starting at Pile Gate and the Amerling Fountain

The meeting point at Brsalje Street, beside the Amerling Fountain, is a practical place to begin. Pile Gate is one of the main entrances to Dubrovnik’s Old Town, so you can reach it by public transport or on foot from the central city area.

The first ten minutes are a short orientation. Your guide introduces Dubrovnik and explains how the city became such an important filming location. This opening is brief, but it helps you notice details later instead of treating the Old Town as one large block of old stone.

Arrive ready to walk. The tour is not a sightseeing ride with occasional stops. Its strongest sections happen on foot, and the route includes stairs and uneven historic surfaces. Bring water, especially in summer. A useful detail from the day’s setup is that there are places to refill your bottle, so carrying one is worthwhile.

Lovrijenac Fortress, Dubrovnik’s Red Keep

Lovrijenac Fortress sits outside the Old Town on a rocky rise above the Adriatic. In Game of Thrones, it served as the Red Keep, and the setting is easy to understand once you see the fortress walls above the water.

You have about 40 minutes here. The stop combines filming details with views back toward Dubrovnik’s walls, rooftops, and harbor. The setting gives you the kind of broad view that a street-level walking tour cannot provide.

The fortress admission is not included. The listed fee is €15 per person. That makes this an important part of the true tour cost, especially for a family or larger group.

The climb and stairs deserve attention. The tour requires moderate physical fitness, and Lovrijenac is not the place to rush. One guide received special praise for helping a participant with a back injury manage stairs and vehicle transfers, but you should still consider your own comfort before booking. If you need frequent breaks, tell the guide early.

The Jesuit Stairs and the Old Town filming route

Back in the Old Town, the tour spends about an hour and 15 minutes walking through major Game of Thrones locations. The Jesuit Stairs are the headline stop, since they were used for the Walk of Shame sequence. You will also hear about Blackwater Bay and other scenes filmed around Dubrovnik.

This is where the guide makes the biggest difference. The city does not come with labels saying which wall appeared in which episode. Guides carry or show photographs from the series, allowing you to compare the actual view with the screen image. That simple tool helps bring the locations into focus.

The walking portion also gives you a better feel for Dubrovnik than a quick photo stop would. You pass through the same tight streets, steps, walls, and open viewpoints that give the city its cinematic look. At the same time, you are learning about local culture, the building of the city, the plague, and other historical subjects.

Crowds can affect this section. Dubrovnik’s most famous steps and streets can be busy, and one person found it hard to hear without an audio device. The operator does not promise listening equipment, so stay close to the guide and speak up if you are losing the commentary. A group of 17 is still large enough for sound to become a problem in a noisy street.

Lokrum Island and the official Iron Throne

Lokrum is the tour’s biggest change of pace. You travel by boat from Dubrovnik and spend roughly two hours on the island. The visit includes filming locations, the official Iron Throne, and free time to relax or swim.

For many people, the island is the day’s most enjoyable addition because it breaks up the stone streets and stairs. You can pursue the Game of Thrones connection, then use the free time for your own look around. The island also makes sense for anyone who might not have planned a separate visit.

The Lokrum admission is not included. The listed fee for the island’s botanical gardens is €30 per person. That is a significant extra charge for a stop lasting about two hours, so check the total before booking. One person felt the island portion was too expensive for the time available, while another enjoyed having the chance to visit a place they might otherwise have skipped.

Bring practical clothing for this part of the day. You may want a swimsuit if swimming is part of your plan, along with sun protection and water. The tour does not include food, drinks, or lunch, so you need to plan around the island stop and the rest of the day.

Trsteno Arboretum, the peaceful filming location

After the island, the tour heads outside Dubrovnik to Trsteno Arboretum. You spend about 45 minutes in the gardens, where several important Game of Thrones scenes were filmed.

This is one of the tour’s strongest stops even if you are only a casual fan. The gardens offer a softer, quieter setting after the Old Town’s hard stone and heavy foot traffic. The mix of plants, paths, and sea views gives you a different picture of the area around Dubrovnik.

The arboretum admission costs €10 per person and is not included. Forty-five minutes is enough for a guided look and photographs, but it is not a long garden visit. If you are particularly interested in plants or historic gardens, you may wish you had more time. For most people, the short visit works as a scenic pause within a busy day.

The drive also matters. This is one reason to choose the full-day tour rather than a short Old Town-only outing. You get a glimpse of the coast beyond the city and see a location that is difficult to combine with the central filming sites on foot.

Mount Srđ and Dubrovnik from above

The final major stop is Mount Srđ. Instead of taking the cable car, the tour uses a van and stops at several viewpoints above Dubrovnik. The promise is better viewing flexibility and a saving of €27 compared with the cable car.

From this height, the Old Town’s walls, red roofs, sea, and surrounding coast come into one view. It is the right way to finish a day focused on how Dubrovnik looks on screen. You can also take the kind of wide photograph that is impossible from inside the medieval streets.

The van transfer is a welcome break after hours of walking. It does not remove all physical demands from the day, but it gives your feet a rest and avoids adding another uphill journey. Guides also help with photos, and several visitors valued the time taken to photograph different members of the group.

The day ends with a drop-off back in Dubrovnik. Hotel drop-off is included only for accommodations in the Dubrovnik area. The regular meeting point is also the stated end point, so contact the operator in advance if you need a pickup or if your accommodation lies outside the city. Pickup may carry an additional charge.

What the $113.72 price really includes

At $113.72 per person, this is not a budget walking tour. The price includes a licensed guide, a licensed driver, local taxes, the vehicle to the outer stops, and hotel drop-off within Dubrovnik.

But you should add the listed entrance fees:

• Lovrijenac Fortress: €15
• Lokrum Botanical Gardens: €30
• Trsteno Arboretum: €10

That brings the required listed admissions to €55 per person. Food, drinks, and lunch are also extra. One person found the extra costs unclear, so I would treat the advertised price as the starting figure, not the final bill.

The value depends on how you would otherwise arrange the day. If you only want Old Town filming sites, a shorter walking tour may cost less and leave you more free time. If you want Lokrum, Trsteno, Mount Srđ, and Lovrijenac in one day, the transport and planning are useful. You are paying for the connections between these places as much as for the commentary.

Timing, group size, and comfort

Seven hours can sound long, but the day is broken into walking, boat travel, garden time, vehicle transfers, viewpoints, and free periods. Several people found that the hours passed quickly because the tour did not feel like nonstop explanation.

Still, pacing depends on the guide and the group. One person reported finishing 45 minutes early and feeling rushed, while another found the full day relaxed, with enough pauses and time to ask questions. That variation is worth keeping in mind.

Wear comfortable shoes and carry water. Expect stairs at the fortress and Old Town locations, walking on historic surfaces, and outdoor exposure at the viewpoints. The tour is described as suitable for people with moderate physical fitness, not for anyone seeking a low-effort sightseeing day.

Free cancellation is available until 24 hours before the start time. The tour requires good weather and a minimum number of participants. If weather or minimum numbers force cancellation, you can receive a different date or a full refund.

Who should book this Dubrovnik tour

I would choose this tour if you want a broad one-day introduction to Dubrovnik with a clear Game of Thrones theme. It suits fans who want exact filming spots, but it also works for companions who care more about history, scenery, gardens, and island time.

It is especially useful early in your stay. The city views, Old Town orientation, food suggestions, and guide commentary can help you decide what to revisit later.

I would think twice if you dislike group tours, have difficulty with stairs, or want long, unhurried visits at Lokrum and Trsteno. The admission fees also make this less attractive if your main goal is simply to see a few Old Town scenes.

Should you book it?

Book it if you want the complete route: Old Town, Lovrijenac, Lokrum, Trsteno Arboretum, and Mount Srđ. The combination is the tour’s main strength, and the best guides add real value by connecting filming trivia with Dubrovnik’s past.

Skip it in favor of a shorter outing if you have limited time, a tight budget, or little interest in the show. Before paying, add the €55 in listed admissions, plan for lunch and drinks, and ask about pickup and group arrangements. With those costs and expectations clear, this is a strong full-day choice for seeing Dubrovnik from several very different angles.

FAQ

Where does the tour start?

The tour starts at 9:30 a.m. at Brsalje ul. 2, near the Amerling Fountain just outside Pile Gate in Dubrovnik.

How long does the tour last?

The advertised duration is approximately seven to seven and a half hours. Actual timing can vary.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes. The experience is offered in English.

What is included in the price?

The price includes local taxes, a licensed driver, a licensed guide, and hotel drop-off for accommodations in the Dubrovnik area.

Are entrance fees included?

No. The listed additional fees are €15 for Lovrijenac Fortress, €30 for Lokrum Botanical Gardens, and €10 for Trsteno Arboretum.

Is lunch included?

No. Food, drinks, and lunch are not included.

Does the tour include pickup?

The listed meeting point is near Pile Gate. Hotel drop-off is included within the Dubrovnik area, but pickup must be arranged in advance and may have a separate price.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The tour requires good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you will be offered another date or a full refund.