Game of Thrones Extended Tour with Swords and Props

A guide who worked on the Game of Thrones set gives this Dubrovnik walk more weight than a simple location checklist. Robert, Pero, and Nera are among the guides associated with the experience, and their on-set stories help connect the real streets with the finished scenes.

I like the screen photos held against the actual locations, which makes each stop easy to place. I also like the replica swords and props, including Longclaw, Needle, Oathkeeper, and a Dothraki arakh. The main drawback is the many stairs, plus the separate €15 entrance fee for Lovrjenac Fortress.

Key points to know

• On-set guides: Guides such as Robert, Pero, and Nera worked as extras or on the production and share behind-the-scenes details.
• Nine filming locations: The route links Lovrjenac Fortress, the West Harbour, Pile Gate, the Walk of Shame steps, Rector’s Palace, and more.
• Useful scene photos: Compare shots from the series with the real Dubrovnik locations.
• Hands-on props: Pose with replica swords and other props during the photo opportunities.
• Small-group format: The tour has a maximum of 12 people and runs for about two and a half to three hours.
• Physical effort: Expect steep lanes, steps, and time outdoors. Comfortable shoes, water, sunscreen, and a hat are sensible.

Why this tour works better than a simple filming-location walk

Dubrovnik can feel like one large movie set even when you are not looking for Game of Thrones. Stone lanes rise and fall through the Old Town, walls frame the Adriatic, and fortresses sit above the water. This tour gives those places a story, then adds the real-world history of the city.

The strongest part is the guide’s personal connection with filming. A guide who served as an extra can explain how a scene was put together, where actors stood, and how camera angles changed the appearance of a familiar place. That is especially useful for fans who already know the show well and want more than basic facts.

The group size also matters. With a maximum of 12 people, you are not likely to be pushed through the city in a large crowd. Guides allow time for questions and photographs, and the pace can feel relaxed, although the total route still covers a lot of ground.

This is not only a fan event. The guides also discuss Dubrovnik’s history, culture, and practical points about getting around town. If someone in your party has never seen the series, that broader local context helps keep the tour worthwhile.

Meeting the Lannister banner at Amerling Fontana

The tour begins at the Aphrodite and Pan Statue on Ul. Svetog Đurđa, near Amerling Fontana. Look for the guide holding a Lannister banner, a useful marker in an area where several paths and meeting points can be confusing.

This first stop is brief, but it gets the group organized before the climb toward Lovrjenac Fortress. You will want to arrive ready to walk rather than treating this as a long introduction. The real content begins almost at once.

Lovrjenac Fortress, Dubrovnik’s Red Keep

Lovrjenac Fortress is the major paid stop, and it is the place where the extra admission matters most. The entrance fee is €15 per person and is not included in the tour price.

For Game of Thrones fans, the fortress represents the Red Keep. The tour connects it with Joffrey’s Nameday Tournament, Tyrion slapping Joffrey, Sansa’s rescue by the Hound, the Power is Power exchange, the Purple Wedding, and Euron’s arrival at Blackwater Bay.

You spend about 45 minutes here, which gives the guide time to explain several scenes rather than rushing through a few obvious points. The accompanying screenshots are particularly useful because the fortress often looks different on screen. A camera angle, set dressing, or digital effect can turn a real stone courtyard into a much larger royal setting.

Lovrjenac is also one of the best places for views. You get a strong look back toward Dubrovnik and out over the water, so the stop has value even if your interest in the series is moderate.

The cost and the climb are the two things to plan for. You will be outdoors, moving over uneven surfaces and stairs. A morning departure can help with heat and crowds. One early group reportedly had the fort nearly to itself for the first half hour, which is a good reason to choose an early time if one is available when you book.

Dubrovnik West Harbour as King’s Landing docks

The route then reaches Dubrovnik’s West Harbour, used as the docks of King’s Landing. The stop lasts about 15 minutes and costs nothing beyond your tour booking.

The harbour is linked with the final reunion and farewell of the Starks, Blackwater Bay, the killing of King Robert’s bastard children, and Myrcella’s departure and return. The location has an open, coastal feel that contrasts with the tight lanes of the Old Town.

I find this kind of stop useful because it shows how the production used Dubrovnik’s real geography. The harbour is not simply a backdrop. It helps explain the city’s role as a port and makes the show’s scenes easier to picture in relation to the rest of town.

Allow a little time for photos here. The water and fortress views provide a change from the stone streets, but bright sun can make the area feel hot. Bring water and use sunscreen, especially in summer.

Pile Gate and the road into King’s Landing

Pile Gate served as one of the principal entrances to King’s Landing. The tour spends around 15 minutes here, connecting the gate with Jaime’s return and the riot involving Joffrey.

This is a busy and important part of Dubrovnik, so the guide’s screenshots help you focus on the exact details used in the series. You will also see how a working city entrance became a dramatic royal gate through framing and crowd control.

Pile Gate is a practical orientation point for the Old Town. If you are staying nearby or planning to explore on your own afterward, you will recognize it as one of the main ways into the historic center.

The Rupe Museum and Littlefinger’s brothel

At the Rupe Museum, the group spends about 10 minutes discussing Littlefinger’s brothel and views connected with the Tower of the Undying.

The stop is shorter and more visual than the fortress visit. The guide’s images do the work of showing where the scenes fit, while the surrounding streets provide a sense of the Old Town’s compact scale.

You should not expect a long museum visit as part of this experience. The focus is on the filming location and the view, not on a full exploration of the museum’s collections. That keeps the tour moving, but anyone hoping to spend substantial time inside may want to return separately.

The Church of St. Ignatius and the Walk of Shame steps

The Church of St. Ignatius is one of the most memorable stops because of its long staircase. The steps were used for Cersei’s Walk of Shame, and the tour allows about 30 minutes here.

This is also the main prop-photo opportunity. You can pose with replica swords and other items while the guide takes pictures. The available weapons include Longclaw, Needle, Oathkeeper, and a Dothraki arakh, giving fans several recognizable choices.

The props add a playful element that a standard walking tour cannot provide. They are not just small souvenirs on a table. You get to hold them, pose with them, and create a photograph tied to the location itself. The guide also disinfects the swords, shields, and other props after each tour.

The stairs deserve a clear warning. You will climb and descend a substantial number of steps during the tour, with the Walk of Shame staircase being only one part of the effort. Wear shoes with a firm grip, take your time, and do not plan this immediately after a demanding hike or long day in the heat.

The church itself is an impressive setting, and the steps provide one of the clearest examples of Dubrovnik’s power as a filming location. Even people who are less interested in props often appreciate the scale and view from this part of the route.

Rector’s Palace as the Spice King’s palace

Rector’s Palace represents the Spice King of Qarth. The group spends about 15 minutes here, enough to connect the palace exterior and setting with the show’s scenes.

This stop adds variety because the route moves from fortifications and gates to a refined civic and palace setting. The real building carries its own importance in Dubrovnik, and the guide’s local explanation helps keep the focus from becoming purely television-based.

The Qarth connection is also extended by the free Lokrum map given at the end of the experience. The map marks Game of Thrones locations on Lokrum and includes tips, making it useful if you plan to visit the island separately.

Dominican Monastery and another King’s Landing market

The Dominican Monastery appears as part of King’s Landing’s market area and also connects with the continuation of the Walk of Shame. The stop lasts about 15 minutes.

Markets can be difficult to identify from a finished television scene because set decoration changes their appearance. This is where the guide’s printed or displayed images are especially useful. You see the real architectural details first, then the version altered for the show.

The monastery is also a quieter counterpoint to the main gates and harbour. Keep your voice respectful and follow any instructions about access. The tour is conducted in English, and the guide leaves room for questions and photographs.

Ploce Gate and the final views

The tour ends at Ploce Gate after roughly 15 minutes of views toward the duel arena and Qarth. The gate provides a natural finish because it opens the route toward the eastern side of Dubrovnik and gives another useful view across the city’s walls and water.

Ending here can help with onward plans. You are not returned to the original meeting point, so check the route before booking if you need to be somewhere specific afterward. The tour begins near the west side of the Old Town and finishes at Ploce Gate on Ul. Frana Supila.

What the €66.51 price gives you

At $66.51 per person, the cost is fair for a small-group experience lasting about two and a half to three hours, especially when the guide has direct production experience. The value comes from the combination of location access, local history, scene comparison photos, personal filming stories, and the prop session.

The €15 fortress entrance fee changes the total price, so include it in your budget. Lovrjenac is the most important location on the route, and skipping it would remove one of the tour’s best sections.

The free Lokrum map is a modest but useful extra. It gives you a way to continue the Game of Thrones theme beyond the Old Town without paying for another guided activity immediately.

For a large family or group of friends, contact the provider about a private tour if your party has more than five people. The regular experience is capped at 12 people, while a private arrangement may make it easier to ask questions and take photos at your own pace.

Guides, stories, and the human side of filming

Robert receives especially strong praise for combining jokes, local information, and show trivia. He is described as friendly and easy to talk with, and he has helped create a relaxed pace with time for photographs. Pero is also associated with set work and behind-the-scenes stories, while Nera has worked as an extra and is noted for explaining how filming operated.

Guide quality can vary by departure, so you should not book on the assumption that one particular person will lead every tour. Still, the experience clearly depends on guides who can do more than point at a wall and name a scene.

The best guides explain how the production used angles, timing, and the existing architecture. That information gives you something to notice after the tour, even when you walk through Dubrovnik without a guide.

Who should book this Dubrovnik experience?

I would choose this tour if you have watched the series and want to see several major locations in one outing. It is also a good choice if you want a city tour with a clear theme but still care about Dubrovnik’s past and present.

Families can enjoy the props and sword photographs, especially if younger members are fans. The activity is not a museum lecture, and the playful moments help keep the route engaging.

You should think twice if stairs are difficult for you, if you dislike walking in strong sun, or if you want a very short photo stop at only one location. This is an active route across the Old Town, not a drive-by excursion.

Book early if your schedule is fixed. The experience is often reserved well ahead of time, with an average booking lead time of about 44 days. Free cancellation is available until 24 hours before the start time, but changes or cancellations inside that window are not accepted for a refund.

Practical tips for a smoother walk

• Wear comfortable shoes with good grip.
• Carry water, sunscreen, and a hat.
• Choose an early departure if you want cooler conditions and a better chance of quieter moments at Lovrjenac.
• Leave room in your budget for the €15 fortress entrance.
• Charge your phone before the tour because the props and location photos make good picture opportunities.
• Expect stairs and uneven ground throughout the route.
• Bring questions if you already know the series well. The guides make time for discussion.
• Remember that the finish at Ploce Gate is different from the starting point near Amerling Fontana.

Should you book the Game of Thrones Extended Tour?

Book it if you want more than a quick photo at the Red Keep. The on-set guides, scene images, local stories, and replica weapons give the tour real substance, while the route also introduces you to some of Dubrovnik’s most striking places.

The extra fortress fee and the stairs are the main cautions. If you can handle both, this is a well-priced way to join the show’s locations with the real city around them. I would especially recommend it to fans who want behind-the-scenes detail, families looking for a memorable photo activity, and first-time visitors who want their Dubrovnik sightseeing to have a clear focus.

FAQ

How long does the Game of Thrones tour last?

The tour lasts approximately two hours and 30 minutes to three hours.

Where does the tour begin?

It begins at the Aphrodite and Pan Statue near Amerling Fontana, at Ul. Svetog Đurđa 4 in Dubrovnik. The guide holds a Lannister banner.

Where does the tour end?

The tour ends at Ploce Gate, at Ul. Frana Supila 2-4.

Is the Lovrjenac Fortress entrance included?

No. The fortress entrance costs €15 per person and is paid separately.

Are swords and props included?

Yes. The tour includes replica swords and other props for photographs and interactive use. Examples include Oathkeeper, Longclaw, Needle, and a Dothraki arakh.

Is the tour suitable for people with limited fitness?

The tour requires a moderate level of physical fitness and includes many stairs and uneven streets. Comfortable shoes are recommended.