Private Game of Thrones and City Wall Tour

King’s Landing is real, and it has sea views. This private Dubrovnik tour combines Game of Thrones filming locations with local history, including Kolorina Bay, Lovrjenac Fortress, the Old Town, and the City Walls. I like the personal pace and the use of a Game of Thrones photo album, which helps you match the real streets with their screen versions. The main drawback is cost: the listed $119.83 price per person does not include the fortress and wall entrance fees.

A private guide also makes this more than a location hunt. Guides such as Mihaela and Ines have been praised for clear English, useful scene photos, and stories about the filming process. You should be ready for stairs, uneven ground, and a solid hour on the walls, though, since the tour is not recommended for people with knee problems.

Key Points to Know Before You Book

• Two major paid sights: Lovrjenac Fortress and Dubrovnik’s City Walls require extra entrance fees unless you use a Dubrovnik Pass.
• Screen memories come with local context: The guide explains Dubrovnik’s past as well as its role as King’s Landing.
• Photo comparisons help: The Game of Thrones album makes it easier to recognize how locations were altered for the series.
• A true private tour: Only your group takes part, so you can ask questions and set the pace within the two-and-a-half-hour schedule.
• The wall walk is the finale: You finish with broad views over the Old Town and several more filming locations.
• Plan for physical effort: The fortress and walls involve steps, walking, and exposed outdoor sections.

What This Private Tour Really Includes

This is a two-hour-and-thirty-minute walking tour through Dubrovnik, offered in English by Astra Tours Dubrovnik. You meet at Amerling Fountain, beside Dubravka Restaurant, near the Pile area, then finish inside the Old Town on or near Stradun.

The route is well shaped. It begins with the bay and fortress used for major scenes, moves through the compact Old Town, and ends high above the city on the walls. That order gives you a useful visual build-up: first the coastal setting, then the streets, then the full view from above.

The private format matters here. Dubrovnik’s Old Town can feel crowded, and a one-to-one or family conversation is easier than trying to hear a guide in a large group. You can ask why a scene was changed, compare the real city with the show, or shift attention toward Dubrovnik’s past if your group is less devoted to the series.

The guides also bring a Game of Thrones album. This is not just a decorative extra. Dubrovnik has changed little in its broad layout, but television scenes were framed, altered, and combined with other locations. A printed image helps you spot the exact corner, stairway, harbor, or wall section without relying on memory alone.

Kolorina Bay: Blackwater Bay by the Old Town

The first stop is Kolorina Bay, a short introduction to Dubrovnik’s filming identity. In the series, the bay became Blackwater Bay, and the guide points out several recognizable locations, including the place connected with Myrcella’s departure and the ending of the show.

The appeal is immediate. You are looking at a real harbor beside the old city, then seeing how production design turned it into part of a fictional capital. With the album in hand, you can compare the scene image with the actual shoreline and understand why the location worked so well on screen.

This stop lasts about 15 minutes and has no separate admission fee. It is brief, so you should not expect a long historical talk here. Think of it as the opening chapter, a chance to get your bearings and begin connecting Dubrovnik’s setting with the program.

The meeting point at Amerling Fountain is practical, but arrive ready to start walking. Pick-up is not included, though it may be arranged for an extra charge. If you are coming from a cruise port or a hotel outside the Old Town, confirm the meeting arrangement before setting out.

Lovrjenac Fortress: The Red Keep Above the Sea

Lovrjenac Fortress is the first major sight and one of the tour’s strongest moments. The fortress served as the Red Keep, and its position above the water gives you a clear view back toward Dubrovnik’s walls and Old Town.

The guide uses the walk toward the fort to share behind-the-scenes stories about the actors and production. That informal material can make the stop more entertaining than a simple list of filming sites. If your group enjoys television trivia, this is where the private format should pay off, since you can ask about particular characters or scenes.

Inside the fortress, you get time to look around, use the restroom, and enjoy the view. The free time is useful because the tour has several stops and the wall walk comes later. You are not being rushed from one photo point to the next.

The entrance is not included. The tour information gives a €15 fee for Lovrjenac, with that payment providing a discount toward the City Walls. It also says the City Walls cost €35, reduced to €20 with the fortress discount. Another part of the information lists €40 total for both entrances. Because those figures do not match perfectly, I would confirm the current combined price before booking and bring enough money for the attraction fees.

A Dubrovnik Pass can cover both sights, according to the tour details. Check the pass terms and current price before buying one just for this activity. For some visitors, it may offer better value if they plan to visit other Dubrovnik attractions too.

Stradun and the Old Town’s Movie Streets

After Lovrjenac, the route enters Dubrovnik’s Old Town and reaches Stradun, the polished limestone street that forms the city’s main pedestrian spine. The guide points out Game of Thrones locations here and also identifies places used in other films.

This part gives the tour a welcome change of mood. At the fortress, you are looking at the city from above and thinking about military defense. On Stradun, you are in the middle of daily Old Town life, surrounded by historic façades, shops, cafés, and side streets.

The scheduled time is about 15 minutes, so the walk is more of a focused orientation than a full Old Town tour. If you want a longer look at churches, museums, or local shops, plan to return after the tour. The end point is flexible within the Old Town, which makes that easy.

For fans who have not watched the series recently, the photo album is especially helpful here. The real streets are familiar enough to trigger recognition, but not every screen image will be obvious at first glance. A good guide can show you what was filmed in place and what was changed for the story.

Gundulić Square and the Shame Stairs

The next stop is the monument to poet Ivan Gundulić, in the square that carries his name. The square also hosts a farmers market, adding a local layer to what might otherwise be known mainly as a television stop.

The famous staircase here is known as the Shame Stairs. Game of Thrones fans will recognize its dramatic look, but the stairs are also a useful reminder that Dubrovnik locations have lives beyond the show. Your guide can connect the scene with the actual square and explain where you are in relation to the rest of the Old Town.

The visit lasts around 10 minutes. That is enough for photographs and a short explanation, but not a long market visit. If you want to browse stalls, ask your guide how much time the schedule allows or return later on your own.

Watch your footing on the steps. The tour information calls for a moderate level of fitness and specifically advises against the experience for people with knee problems. Even if you are comfortable walking, the stone stairs and later wall route make supportive shoes a sensible choice.

Pile Gate and the Entrance to King’s Landing

Pile Gate is the Old Town’s grand entrance and one of the easiest locations to recognize. In the series, it became an entry point to King’s Landing and the setting for the scene where King Joffrey is attacked by people in the city.

This stop takes about 10 minutes. The guide can place the scene within the gate’s real setting, helping you see how the entrance works both as a historic access point and a dramatic television backdrop.

Pile Gate is also useful practically. It is close to the meeting area at Amerling Fountain and helps explain the route through the Old Town. If you are meeting a taxi, arranging a later pick-up, or finding your way back toward the waterfront, this part of Dubrovnik is easy to use as a reference point.

Do not expect a quiet photo stop at every moment. The gate is an active entrance, and people pass through it throughout the day. A private guide can help your group pause without turning the visit into a long obstruction.

Dubrovnik City Walls: The Tour’s Big Payoff

The City Walls take about one hour and provide the tour’s broadest views. You walk with your guide above the Old Town, looking across rooftops, towers, and the sea while identifying more Game of Thrones locations.

This is the part I would prioritize even if you are only a casual fan. The wall walk explains Dubrovnik better than a street-level route alone. From above, you can see the compact plan of the Old Town, the defensive line, and the way the city sits beside the water.

The tour also points out locations connected with Daenerys, including the area used for the House of the Undying. The Game of Thrones connection gives the walk a clear theme, but the views and city layout make it worthwhile on their own.

The walls are not a casual stroll around a flat park. You should expect stairs, uneven surfaces, and outdoor exposure. The hour is manageable for people with moderate fitness, but anyone with knee trouble should think carefully before booking. Take the physical side seriously, especially if your group includes children, older adults, or anyone who tires easily.

The entrance fee is extra, and the discount from Lovrjenac is important. If you pay €15 for the fortress, the listed pricing says the wall ticket drops from €35 to €20. That makes the combined admission better than paying separately, but you still need to add the fees to the tour price when judging the total cost.

What the Private Format Adds

The tour is designed for your group alone rather than a shared crowd. That gives you more room to ask questions and makes it easier for the guide to adjust the conversation.

This flexibility is especially useful for mixed groups. A dedicated fan can ask about actors and scenes, while someone more interested in Dubrovnik’s culture can steer the conversation toward the city itself. Guides including Mihaela and Ines have been praised for fluent English, clear explanations, and scene photographs that help bring locations back to mind.

Mihaela is also noted for helping a group contact an Uber driver and a restaurant after a wallet went missing before the tour. That is not a promised tour feature, but it gives you a sense of the personal service possible with a private local guide.

Private tours cost more than shared walks, so the value depends on your group. For two people, $119.83 each is a serious expense before admission fees. For a family or group of friends, the private price may make more sense because you share the guide’s attention without being tied to strangers or a fixed group conversation.

The schedule lists Monday departures from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Confirm the available time when booking, since the exact start may affect heat, crowds, and your other Dubrovnik plans.

Cost, Fitness, and Practical Planning

At $119.83 per person, this is not a budget walking tour. The price pays for a licensed professional guide, a private experience, and a carefully connected route through several major sites. It does not cover the fortress or City Walls, so budget for those tickets separately.

The attraction pricing needs checking because the supplied figures conflict. One section says Lovrjenac is €15 and City Walls are €35, reduced to €20 after the fortress visit. Another says the two entrances cost €40 per person. I would ask Astra Tours Dubrovnik to confirm the current total and how a Dubrovnik Pass is handled.

You receive a mobile ticket and confirmation at booking. The tour is offered in English, and service animals are allowed. Public transportation is nearby, but no hotel or port pick-up is included unless you arrange it for an added charge.

For comfort, wear shoes with good grip and bring water. The route includes a fortress, stairs, Old Town streets, and the wall walk. Poor weather can cancel the tour, with a different date or full refund offered, and the operator also requires a minimum number of participants even though the booking itself is private.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations inside that window are not accepted for a refund.

Who Will Get the Most From This Tour?

I would choose this for a Game of Thrones fan who wants more than a quick photo at the most famous gate. The fortress, Old Town route, and walls create a fuller picture of how Dubrovnik supplied the look of King’s Landing.

It also suits someone who wants a well-organized introduction to Dubrovnik. The guides combine filming stories with local history, and the route covers several landmarks without requiring you to plan the order yourself.

Families may appreciate the private setup because the guide can explain scenes at the right level and keep the pace manageable. The physical demands still matter, particularly for younger children or anyone who struggles with stairs.

I would hesitate if you dislike the show, dislike walking on stone, or want a slow museum-style history tour. The guide can give you history, but the route is built around outdoor locations and a steady schedule. You should also compare the total price with a standard Dubrovnik Old Town tour if Game of Thrones is only a minor interest.

Should You Book It?

Book this tour if you want personal guiding, scene photos, and the City Walls in one route. The strongest features are the private conversation, the well-chosen locations, and the way the fortress and wall views add real context to the television sites.

Before paying, confirm the entrance-fee total and make sure your group is comfortable with steps and an hour on the walls. If those points work for you, Astra Tours Dubrovnik offers a useful and entertaining way to see Dubrovnik through both fictional King’s Landing and the real Adriatic city beneath it.

FAQ

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, usually on or near Stradun. The tour information says the final location can be adjusted within the Old Town.

How long does the experience last?

The tour lasts approximately two hours and thirty minutes.

Is the tour private?

Yes. Only your group participates in the private activity.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes. English is the listed tour language.

Are the City Walls and Lovrjenac Fortress included?

No. Entrance fees are not included in the tour price. The supplied details list separate fees and a discount from the fortress toward the City Walls.

Can I use a Dubrovnik Pass?

The tour information says you can buy a Dubrovnik Pass before the tour and receive free entrance to both Lovrjenac Fortress and the City Walls. Check the current pass terms before purchasing.

Is the tour suitable for people with knee problems?

No. The experience is not recommended for people with knee problems and requires moderate physical fitness.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted for a refund. Poor weather or failure to meet the minimum number of participants may lead to a different date or a full refund.