Game of Thrones Kings Landing filming locations with Lokrum Island visit

Dubrovnik gave King’s Landing its stone walls, sea views, and dramatic fortresses. This three-hour tour connects the best-known filming spots with a boat trip to Lokrum, where the show’s exotic Qarth scenes were filmed. You’ll climb Lovrijenac Fortress, then cross to the island by boat.

I like the way the tour joins screen locations with Dubrovnik’s own story, rather than treating the city as a movie set alone. I also like the practical package: the boat and both entrance fees are included, so you can focus on the views and the guide’s commentary.

The main drawback is its tight schedule. You have about 45 minutes at Lovrijenac and an hour on Lokrum, so this is a highlights visit, not a slow exploration of either place. A group of up to 40 people may also feel busy at the fortress.

Key points to know before booking

• Lovrijenac is the main fortress stop: See the Red Keep, Blackwater Bay, and the setting used for the House of the Undying.
• Lokrum adds a boat ride: The trip across to the island makes this more than a standard Old Town filming walk.
• The tour begins at 2:00 pm: Meet by the Amerling fountain at Pile Square and finish near Orlando’s Column.
• Toni is one guide to look out for: He is specifically praised for handling both Game of Thrones questions and Dubrovnik history.
• The price includes key extras: At $126.50 per person, your fee covers the guide, boat, Lovrijenac admission, and Lokrum admission.
• The pace is brisk but manageable: The full route lasts about three hours and has a maximum group size of 40.

Why this tour works for Game of Thrones fans

Dubrovnik is unusually rewarding for fans of the series because the locations are not isolated props or studio recreations. They are real places woven into the city and its surroundings. On this tour, you see the fortress used as the Red Keep, views connected with Blackwater Bay, and parts of Lokrum presented as Qarth.

That gives the experience more substance than a simple list of filming sites. Your guide explains how the fictional world fits onto Dubrovnik’s real streets, fortifications, harbor, and island. The result is part television location tour and part introduction to the city.

You should still arrive with realistic expectations. This is not a full survey of every Game of Thrones site in Dubrovnik. It focuses on the Old Town area, Lovrijenac, and Lokrum. If you want to stop for many photographs, ask detailed questions at every location, or explore the island at your own pace, three hours will feel short.

Meeting at Pile Square at 2:00 pm

The tour begins at Pile Square, beside the Amerling fountain. This is a useful meeting point near Dubrovnik’s Old Town, and the first walk takes you toward Lovrijenac Fortress.

You should arrive early enough to find the fountain without rushing. The meeting point is given as Pile in Dubrovnik, while the end point is near Orlando’s Column in Luža Square. That means the tour finishes inside the Old Town rather than returning you to Pile.

The afternoon start can work well if you want your morning for another activity. It also gives you a clear three-hour block. Still, check your plans before booking. You will be walking through the Old Town, climbing at Lovrijenac, taking a boat, and walking around Lokrum, so this is not a sit-down sightseeing trip.

An English-speaking guide leads the experience. Toni is one named guide associated with the tour, and he is noted for answering questions about both the television series and Dubrovnik’s past. Guides can vary, so you should not assume Toni will lead every departure.

Lovrijenac Fortress and the Red Keep

Lovrijenac is the first major stop and receives about 45 minutes. Its position above the water gives you a strong view back toward Dubrovnik’s Old Town, which is one reason the fortress works so well on screen.

Here, your guide points out the areas used for the Red Keep and scenes connected with the Battle of Blackwater Bay. You also hear about the setting used as the dungeon for the House of the Undying. For fans, this is the most concentrated part of the tour, since several major associations come together in one place.

The fortress is also valuable if you care less about the show. Its views help you understand why Dubrovnik’s walls, harbor, and rocky shoreline made such effective locations. The guide’s job is to explain the difference between the real site and its fictional identity, so you get context rather than only a series of filming labels.

Allow for steps and uneven walking surfaces. The supplied details do not state a specific accessibility rating, but a fortress visit involving a climb is clearly not the easiest part of the afternoon for anyone who has difficulty with stairs or sloping paths.

Forty-five minutes is enough to see the main points and hear the explanation. It is not enough for a long, unhurried fortress visit. If your priority is photography, stay close to the guide and use each pause well.

From Pile and Stradun to the Old Port

After Lovrijenac, the route returns toward Pile and Brsalje, crosses Stradun, and continues to the Old Port. This section links the filming sites to Dubrovnik’s best-known public spaces.

Stradun is the Old Town’s central street, while the Old Port is the departure point for the boat to Lokrum. The walk helps you see how close the different settings are, though the route is not simply a point-to-point transfer. The guide continues the commentary as you move through the city.

I like this part because it keeps the tour grounded in Dubrovnik itself. You are not being shuttled from one isolated set to another. The old streets and harbor remain part of the story, and the transition prepares you for the change from fortified city to island setting.

The schedule is fairly exact. The tour begins at 2:00 pm, and the boat ride is planned for about 3:30 pm. If you are late at the meeting point, catching up could be difficult once the group has moved into the Old Town or toward the port.

The boat ride to Lokrum

The boat leaves from the Old Port at around 3:30 pm, with arrival on Lokrum planned for approximately 3:45 pm. The crossing is brief, but it changes the feel of the afternoon.

The island is presented as Qarth, the exotic setting from Game of Thrones. Your guide explains the connection between the show and Lokrum, along with the island’s history and its later use as a filming location. This is the tour’s most distinctive feature. Many Dubrovnik film walks stay within the Old Town, while this one adds a short sea trip and a second setting.

The boat is included in the tour price, which matters when you compare the cost with a land-only walking tour. You do not have to arrange a separate island transfer or pay an additional entrance fee for this part.

Keep the timing in mind. The boat ride is transport, not a long cruise, and you have about an hour on Lokrum. If you are hoping for a full island outing, you will need a separate visit.

Benedictine monastery, arboretum, and peacocks

Once on Lokrum, the group walks toward the Benedictine monastery and the arboretum. These stops give the island portion some depth beyond its connection with the show.

The monastery is one of the historic points included in the walk, while the arboretum adds a quieter setting after the streets and fortifications of Dubrovnik. Your guide continues to explain how the island’s real identity fits with its role as Qarth.

There is also a lighthearted detail worth remembering: the island’s peacocks may be pleased if you bring a bun or two. That tip is part of the tour description, but you should use common sense about feeding animals and follow any local guidance during your visit.

Lokrum is a good counterpoint to Lovrijenac. The fortress delivers hard stone, open views, and major battle associations. The island offers a change of pace, with greenery, historic buildings, and a more relaxed walk. You get two very different sides of the filming experience within one afternoon.

The island visit lasts about one hour. That is enough for the planned walk to the monastery and arboretum, but you should not expect time to explore every path or linger at every site. Stay aware of the meeting time for the return boat.

Returning to Dubrovnik by boat

The return boat is planned for about 4:45 pm, with arrival at the Old Port around 5:05 pm. From there, the group continues to Luža Square, near Orlando’s Column, where the tour ends.

Ending near Orlando’s Column is convenient if you want to continue exploring the Old Town, find dinner, or walk toward another central sight. It also means you should plan your onward route rather than expect a return to Pile.

The schedule lists the full experience as roughly three hours, though the stated times add up to a little over three hours from the 2:00 pm meeting to the planned 5:05 pm finish. Treat the duration as approximate, especially since boat timing and group movement can affect the day.

What the $126.50 price really covers

At $126.50 per person, this is not the cheapest way to see Dubrovnik. The value depends on whether you want the guide, the fortress, and Lokrum in one organized outing.

The fee includes:

• An English-speaking guide
• Boat transportation to and from Lokrum
• Entrance to Lovrijenac Fortress
• Entrance to Lokrum

Lunch is not included. Since the tour lasts only about three hours, that is not a major issue, but you should eat before or after the activity if the afternoon timing does not suit your usual meal schedule.

The price makes more sense if you had already planned to visit Lokrum and Lovrijenac. Combining both saves you from arranging separate tickets and transport, and the commentary ties the locations together. If you only want a few photographs outside the fortress, or if you have no interest in the show, a less expensive independent walk may suit you better.

A maximum of 40 people is allowed. That is not a small private group, so do not book this expecting a personal guide at every stop. The advantage is the fixed structure and included transport. The tradeoff is less freedom to set your own pace.

Who should book this experience

I would recommend this tour to a first-time Dubrovnik visitor who enjoys Game of Thrones and wants an efficient introduction to the city’s filming locations. It also suits anyone who wants to add Lokrum without figuring out the boat and entrance arrangements alone.

It is especially useful if you have only one afternoon available. In a short window, you see the major fortress location, walk through central Dubrovnik, cross to Lokrum, and return near the Old Town.

The tour is also a good fit for fans who want more than screen trivia. The strongest part of the experience is the link between the fictional world and the real city. The guide’s commentary covers Dubrovnik history as well as the show, and Toni’s ability to answer questions in both areas is a useful example of what to expect from a strong departure.

You may want to skip it if you dislike group tours, need a slow pace, or want extensive free time on Lokrum. The maximum group size is 40, and the schedule leaves little room for wandering away from the planned route.

The activity is described as suitable for most participants and is near public transportation. Families can book, but the child rate applies only when a child shares with two paying adults. At least two people are required for a booking.

Booking, cancellation, and practical details

You receive confirmation at the time of booking, and mobile tickets are accepted. The tour is offered in English and is provided by Gulliver Travel.

Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start are not accepted for a refund.

If you need to contact the supplier, the bookings department can be reached at +385 0916035117. The number accepts calls only, not text messages.

I would wear comfortable shoes and bring water, since the route includes city walking, a fortress climb, and an island walk. Those suggestions are simple, but they matter more here than dressing for a purely seated boat trip.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if you want the main Dubrovnik Game of Thrones locations plus Lokrum in one organized afternoon. The included boat and entrance fees add real value, and the mix of fortress, Old Town, harbor, and island gives the experience more range than a standard filming walk.

Skip it if you want a private guide, a very relaxed schedule, or a full day on Lokrum. For most fans with limited time, though, the route is well chosen. You get the Red Keep, Blackwater Bay, the House of the Undying setting, Qarth, and a useful dose of Dubrovnik history before finishing near the heart of the Old Town.

FAQ

Where does the Game of Thrones tour begin?

The tour begins at 2:00 pm at Pile Square in Dubrovnik, beside the Amerling fountain.

Where does the tour end?

The planned end point is Luža Square, near Orlando’s Column in Dubrovnik’s Old Town.

How long does the tour last?

The experience lasts approximately three hours. The planned schedule runs from 2:00 pm until about 5:05 pm.

Is the boat to Lokrum included?

Yes. The tour includes the boat ride to and from Lokrum Island.

Are entrance fees included?

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

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch is not included in the tour price.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel for a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start are not accepted for a refund.