Private Game of Thrones and City Wall Tour

Dubrovnik’s great trick is that it does not need a television show to look dramatic. The City Walls and Lovrijenac Fortress already give you sea views, stone battlements, steep lanes, and a superb view over the Old Town. Add Game of Thrones scene photos, and you can see how Dubrovnik became King’s Landing.

I like the way this private tour mixes filming locations with real Dubrovnik history. I also like the small-group format, which lets you ask questions and set the pace with guides such as Mihaela, Ines, Natasa, or Michaela. The main drawback is cost: the tour price does not include the fort and wall tickets, and the walk involves stairs and uneven stone.

Key points to know before booking

• Lovrijenac Fortress plays the Red Keep, with a fine view back toward Dubrovnik’s Old Town.
• Kolorina Bay becomes Blackwater Bay, and the guide uses a Game of Thrones album to match real places with screen scenes.
• The one-hour City Walls walk is the tour’s main event, with views of the Old Town and more filming sites.
• Private guiding makes a real difference, especially if you want to ask about actors, scenes, history, and production details.
• Entrance fees are extra, so check the current cost and discount arrangement before you book.
• This suits fit walkers and show fans best, but the history content gives nonfans plenty to enjoy too.

Why this Dubrovnik tour works so well

This is not just a hunt for spots where actors once stood. The route gives you a useful first look at Dubrovnik, moving from the bay and fortress to the Old Town and finally onto the walls. You get the television connection, but you also see the city as a historic port with powerful fortifications and public squares.

The private format is important. You are not trying to hear a guide over a large group, and you can stop to ask why a scene was filmed in one place or how the show changed the look of another. The strongest guide experiences combine clear English, local knowledge, scene photos, and a willingness to adjust the pace. Mihaela is noted for fluent English, thoughtful pacing, and help beyond the tour itself. Ines uses photos to jog your memory and explain how the production altered real locations.

The guide also adds behind-the-scenes stories about actors and filming. These details are a bonus, not the whole point. If you have not watched the show recently, the album and printed images help you connect the real stone walls with what appeared on screen.

The tour takes about two and a half hours. That is enough time for the main sites without turning the day into a long history lecture. You should still expect a fairly active outing. Lovrijenac involves steps, and the City Walls require a sustained walk on old stone paths. The tour is not recommended for people with knee problems, and a moderate level of fitness is requested.

Meeting at Kolorina Bay, the real Blackwater Bay

You meet at Amerling Fountain, next to Dubravka restaurant, near the approach to the Old Town. This gives you a simple starting point, though you should allow time to locate the fountain before the scheduled departure.

The first stop is Kolorina Bay, used as Blackwater Bay in the show. You spend about 15 minutes here, enough to identify important scenes and compare the real setting with the screen version. The guide’s Game of Thrones album matters at this point because the show often changed angles, backgrounds, and details. A printed image lets you match a familiar shot to the actual shoreline.

This is also a good introduction to the tour’s balance. You get the fun of recognizing a television location, then hear about the place itself and its connection to Dubrovnik. The stop is short, so do not expect a long talk here. Its main purpose is to get your eye trained for the rest of the route.

Climbing to Lovrijenac, Dubrovnik’s Red Keep

Lovrijenac Fortress is the tour’s first major stop. In Game of Thrones, it served as the Red Keep. In real life, its position above the water made it a key defensive point for Dubrovnik.

The approach includes a climb, so this is where comfortable shoes and an honest look at your mobility matter. Once inside, you have about 30 minutes to explore, use the restroom, take photos, and hear about scenes filmed around the fort. The guide also shares production stories along the way, including details about actors and filming.

The best reason to visit the fortress is the view. From above, you look back toward the Old Town and see the scale of the walls in a way that is hard to grasp from street level. Even if your interest in the series is mild, this is a worthwhile stop because the building and its setting carry the tour on their own.

The entrance fee is not included. The supplied pricing information says Lovrijenac costs €15, and that payment gives you a discount on the City Walls. It also says the Dubrovnik Pass can cover both attractions. Another part of the published information lists the combined admission as €40 per person, so the exact current arrangement should be confirmed when booking. This inconsistency is worth checking before you set your budget.

Walking Stradun and the Old Town

After the fortress, the route heads into the Old Town and along Stradun, Dubrovnik’s main street. You spend roughly 15 minutes here. Stradun is not a single Game of Thrones set piece, but it helps you understand the city’s layout and the way the production used Dubrovnik’s pale stone streets.

The guide points out other film locations too. That is useful if you enjoy movies beyond Game of Thrones, since the city has been used for more than one production. You also get a chance to reset after the fortress climb before the longer wall walk.

Stradun can feel busy, particularly during the main sightseeing hours, so a private guide helps you keep the route flexible. Still, this part is more of a moving orientation than a quiet architectural tour. If you want detailed information about every building, you may need to ask for it directly.

Finding the Shame Steps at Ivan Gundulić Square

The next stop is the monument to poet Ivan Gundulić, in the square known for its market. The visit lasts about 10 minutes and includes Dubrovnik’s famous steps, often called the Shame Steps because of their role in the series.

The location is easy to recognize once the guide shows you the matching scene image. The square also gives you a look at everyday Old Town life, rather than only a set chosen for television. That contrast is part of the fun. You can stand in the same place seen on screen, then look around and notice that it remains a public square with local use.

This is a quick stop, so treat it as a focused photo and explanation point. It is not a separate long visit to the market or a full tour of the poet’s work.

Entering King’s Landing through Pile Gate

Pile Gate is the main entrance to the Old Town and another key King’s Landing location. The guide explains its use in the show, including the scene in which King Joffrey is attacked by people from King’s Landing.

The stop lasts about 10 minutes. Pile Gate is a practical place to understand Dubrovnik’s defenses because it connects the outside approach with the enclosed historic center. You see how a real gateway can serve a fictional capital without much alteration.

It is also a spot where you may want to pause for photographs, but space and foot traffic can make that difficult at busy times. A private guide can point out the best angle, then move you along before the group gets in the way.

Walking the City Walls for one full hour

The City Walls are the final and longest part of the tour. You spend about an hour walking with your guide above the Old Town, seeing rooftops, towers, the sea, and additional Game of Thrones locations.

This is where the experience earns much of its price. Street-level locations can be fun, but the walls let you understand Dubrovnik as a fortified city. You see the relationship between the old harbor, the buildings inside the walls, and the defensive line that surrounds them. The views also give you plenty of photo opportunities without requiring a separate sightseeing stop.

The route includes a location connected with the House of the Undying, where you can recreate the feeling of walking along the walls like Daenerys. The guide uses scene images to show what was filmed and where the production took liberties.

Admission is extra. The information provided gives the City Walls price as €35, reduced to €20 after the Lovrijenac discount if you do not have a Dubrovnik Pass. Elsewhere, the total admission is listed as €40 per person. Because prices and discount rules can change, confirm the current amount before departure. If you already plan to see both attractions, the Dubrovnik Pass may be worth comparing with separate tickets.

The wall walk is not difficult in the sense of technical hiking, but it is still a long walk on historic stone. Heat, sun, and stairs can make it feel more demanding than the time suggests. Plan your clothing and footwear accordingly. If knees are a concern, this is the part to think about most carefully.

What the guides add to the experience

The best part of the private format is the conversation. Guides such as Mihaela bring both Dubrovnik history and filming knowledge, while Ines uses scene images to show how the production changed the city’s appearance. Natasa is described as punctual, friendly, and ready to answer questions, and Michaela is praised for making the route manageable for a family group.

Those details tell you what to look for when you meet your guide. Ask questions. Mention how much of the show you remember. If you are more interested in medieval Dubrovnik than television, say so at the start. The tour has room for both subjects.

The guide may also be able to share personal connections to production staff and behind-the-scenes anecdotes. These stories add character, but they are not guaranteed in a specific form, since your assigned guide may vary. What is consistent in the tour design is the use of a Game of Thrones album and the combination of screen images with real places.

One practical benefit of a private guide is help with small problems. Mihaela once assisted a group trying to locate a lost wallet by helping contact a driver and a restaurant. That is not a promised service, but it shows the sort of personal attention a private format can allow.

Price, timing, and who gets the best value

The listed tour price is $119.83 per person, before the separate entrance costs. For one or two people, that is a significant spend for a two-and-a-half-hour walk. For a family or group sharing a private guide, the value improves because everyone gets direct access to the guide rather than paying for several separate activities.

I would compare the total cost with a standard group tour, but I would not compare only the headline price. The private format gives you control over questions, pace, and attention. It also removes the common problem of standing at the back of a large group while a guide points at a location.

The experience is offered in English and includes a professional licensed guide plus the Game of Thrones album. Pickup is not included, though it may be arranged for an extra charge. The tour starts at Amerling Fountain and ends inside the Old Town, on Stradun or at another point you arrange with the guide.

The operating schedule listed for this experience has Monday morning departures from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and afternoon departures from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Check the available time when you reserve, especially if you have a cruise, meal, or other timed activity.

The activity requires good weather. If poor weather cancels it, you can choose another date or receive a full refund. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations inside that window are not refunded.

Is this tour a good fit for you?

I would choose this tour if you want Dubrovnik’s major Game of Thrones locations but do not want a show-only walk. The fortress, Old Town, and City Walls give you a solid introduction to the city, and the screen images make the locations easier to recognize.

It is also a strong choice for families and small groups that like to ask questions. The private guide can explain a scene twice, slow down for photographs, or spend more time on local history. The tour suits people who watched the series some time ago because the images help bring back the details.

I would hesitate if you want a cheap activity, dislike stairs, have knee problems, or prefer a leisurely café-and-square stroll. The wall walk is the core of the tour, and the extra admission costs push up the final bill.

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

Book it if you want the Red Keep, Blackwater Bay, King’s Landing, the Shame Steps, and the City Walls in one focused outing, with a private English-speaking guide to connect the scenes to Dubrovnik’s real past.

Before paying, confirm the current entrance fees, the exact departure time, and which guide is assigned. If the total cost works for your group and you can handle the steps, this is a well-shaped way to see Dubrovnik through both a television fan’s eyes and a local city guide’s perspective.

FAQ

How long does the Private Game of Thrones and City Wall Tour last?

The tour lasts approximately two hours and 30 minutes.

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 on Stradun, though the tour can end elsewhere by arrangement.

Is the tour private?

Yes. Only your group participates in the private activity.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes. The tour is offered in English.

Are entrance tickets included?

No. Entrance fees for Lovrijenac Fortress and the City Walls are not included in the tour price.

How much are the fort and City Walls tickets?

The supplied details list Lovrijenac at €15 and the City Walls at €35, with the wall ticket reduced to €20 after the fortress discount. Another price note lists €40 per person for both, so confirm the current total before booking.

Is the Dubrovnik Pass accepted?

The supplied information says you can buy a Dubrovnik Pass before the tour and use it for free entry to both Lovrijenac Fortress and the City Walls.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Poor weather or failure to meet the minimum number of participants may also lead to a different date or a full refund.