All 17 Game of Thrones Filming Locations in Dubrovnik (+Map)

Like many of us across the globe, we tuned in to Game of Thrones to enjoy the thrill of pure box office TV and then had that all-important question.

Where was King’s Landing filmed? Ever since Season 2, Dubrovnik has been the Game of Thrones filming location for King’s Landing

When I knew that, I knew instantly I had to come to Dubrovnik to explore every location and believe me, there is plenty.

This guide will help you go on your own self-guided tour, featuring an interactive map to pinpoint all the Game of Thrones filming locations in Dubrovnik.

You’ll also get detailed information on each spot, including the Red Keep and Blackwater Bay, ensuring you are ready to experience real-life King’s Landing all by yourself!

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Self-guided Game of Thrones map for Dubrovnik

For your Game of Thrones experience, I’ve put together an interactive map for you to follow to find all the filming locations in Dubrovnik.

This will help you navigate to each spot within the city during your self-guided tour.

Select the icon on the left with an arrow to view all the filming locations. To use this on Google Maps, click the box icon on the right.

All Game of Thrones filming locations in Dubrovnik

1. Fort Lovrijenac – The Red Keep

Entrance fee to access location: €15 (Free access included with a Dubrovnik City Walls ticket)

Fort Lovrijenac played a significant role in filming for Game of Thrones, doubling down as the filming location for the Red Keep of Kings Landing.

The fortress was used to film some famous scenes in the early years of Game of Thrones, including sequences during Joffrey’s Name Day in Season 2.

Visitors explore Fort Lovrijenac, a historic fortress with stone walls overlooking the Adriatic Sea in Dubrovnik, known for being a filming location for 'Game of Thrones'. People are seen standing on the fort's upper ramparts and in the shaded archways, enjoying the scenic ocean view and architecture." — The Mountain is featured along the top of the walls fighting in the opening scene of Season 2, Episode 1

Not to forget, below in the main courtyard in Fort Lovrijenac you’ll find the spot they used to film the famous “Power is Power” scene in the same episode between Cersei and Littlefinger, where Cersei pulled the ultimate UNO card.

A sunlit stone courtyard of Fort Lovrijenac in Dubrovnik, Croatia. The scene features large stone arches and walls, with shadows creating contrast against the textured stone, and a bright blue sky visible above. This location is known for its connection to Game of Thrones, where it served as a filming site.

This image showcases another angle of Fort Lovrijenac's courtyard in Dubrovnik, Croatia. It highlights the arched stone architecture, smooth stone floor, and circular wall openings under a clear blue sky. This area is famous for being featured in Game of Thrones.

2. Dubrovnik City Walls

Entrance fee to access location: €40 (Free with Dubrovnik Pass)

The City Walls are featured in countless scenes throughout the series, from filler scenes with soldiers roaming the wall to iconic storyline starters that set the foundations for the story to progress.

One popular filming location is along the western walls, on this green patch to the right.

A view of the Dubrovnik City Walls on a sunny day. The image showcases its aged stone walls and round defensive towers, surrounded by greenery and rows of orange-roofed houses, with a backdrop of a hilly landscape

This spot was used in Season 4, Episode 7 when the mountain is seen killing prisoners as he prepares for Tyrion’s Trial of Combat.

It was also used in Season 5 when Loras Tyrell is arrested by the Faith Militant led by Lancel Lannister.

This fantastic Game of Thrones tour includes entry to both City Walls and Fort Lovrijenac!

3. Fort Bokar

Fort Bokar is the Dubrovnik City Walls defensive tower. It was used to film the famous scene in Season 2 Episode 8, between Tyrion and Varys, where the two discuss defensive strategies for the Battle of Blackwater.

This is where Tyrion says the famous line, ‘Where is the God of….’ I’ll let you finish this one. I’m trying to keep it as PG as possible.

Much of the surrounding shot on Fort Bokar was CGI’ed but you can still see the original platform in the shot.

Note: As Fort Bokar is on the city walls, you need a Dubrovnik City Walls ticket to access this location.

View of Fort Bokar in Dubrovnik, perched on a rugged cliff overlooking the Adriatic Sea. The fortress is surrounded by clear blue waters and jagged rocks, with a backdrop of dubrovnik featuring terracotta-roofed buildings and greenery. — Fort Bokar is the platform to the right

4. Dubrovnik West Harbour – King’s Landing Harbour

Just outside the Old Town on the west side, you can find Pile Harbour which was used as the main Kings Landing Harbour in Game of Thrones.

They used this location to film most scenes of characters leaving King’s Landing by boat, including Season 2, Episode 6, when Princess Myrcella departs for Dorne. Then in Season 6, Episode 1, when Cersei waits for Myrcella’s return from Dorne.

When you visit this location, you will notice many kayaks laid out along the exterior of the city walls, as this is a prime location for a Kayaking tour.

Funny enough, the filming here for Game of Thrones completely put a stop to them. So it looks like no one was kayaking that day!

Kayakers enjoying the clear waters near the base of Dubrovnik's Pile Harbour, with the city's fortress walls towering overhead under a clear blue sky.

5. Dubrovnik West Pier – Blackwater Bay

As we all know, Blackwater Bay is one of King’s Landing’s most iconic areas.

The Dubrovnik West Pier was used for its filming, featuring in various famous scenes, from goodbyes to devious scheming…well mainly from Littlefinger.

This was the spot used in Season 3, Episode 1, when Little Finger discusses a plan with Sansa to help her escape King’s Landing, with Shae lurking behind. And also for Jon Snow’s final goodbye to the Stark family in Season 8, Episode 6.

Tourists on a Game of Thrones-themed tour walking along a narrow stone jetty at Dubrovnik's West Pier (Blackwater Bay). The setting includes blue waters, moored boats including a red kayak, and rugged cliffs. — A Game of Thrones tour was happening at the time I took this photo.

Just to the right of the pier, you’ll find the spot filmed in Season 2, Episode 1, where the Gold Cloaks are seen running up these stone stairs carved into the cliffside to carry out the murders of all of Robert Baratheon’s bastard children.

Rustic stone structures built into a rocky cliffside beside the sea at Dubrovnik's West Harbour. Stone stairs lead up to a small door and seating area where a couple sits enjoying the view, with the clear blue waters below

6. Gradac Park – The Purple Wedding

Gradac Park is the Old Town’s local recreational park and was used for filming the famous episode, The Purple Wedding. You know..the one where Joffrey was poisoned to death!

The park pops up in various scenes throughout the episode, mainly showing guests walking to Joffrey and Margaery’s wedding.

The main filming area for the wedding was near the park’s pond, which was transformed into the setting for the wedding feast leading up to Joffrey getting poisoned.

Though I must say, this pond area is almost unrecognisable, even for the biggest Game of Thrones fans! That is because HBO built a wedding set here which unfortunately is no longer around.

Pathway through Gradac Park in Dubrovnik, lined with tall, shady pine trees and a large circular pond reflecting the greenery nearby. — This walkway towards the pond was used to film characters entering the wedding ceremony.

7. Pile Gate

Pile gate is one of the main entrances in the Old Town and was used to film some iconic scenes in Game of Thrones.

One, in particular, was Season 2, Episode 6 when King Joffrey makes his way to the Red Keep after Myrcella sails off to Dorne.

Angry from the starvation in King’s Landings and tribulations of war, mobs throw cow dung at Joffrey’s face, causing him to overreact and trigger a huge riot in the city.

Empty courtyard at Pile Gate, Dubrovnik, captured in the soft light of early morning. The image features ancient stone walls and archways, a set of steps leading to a wooden door, and elegant balustrades. — Here is where the riot in the episode kicked off.

The inner entrance near the Pile Gate drawbridge was also used in Season 3, Episode 10 when Jamie finally returns to King’s Landing, accompanied by Brienne of Tarth.

8. Minceta Tower – The House of the Undying

“Where are my dragons?” is a line on every Game of Thrones bingo card.

While not directly filmed here, Minceta Tower was used for the aftermath in Season 2, Episode 10, for the scene when Daenerys visits The House of the Undying to rescue her dragons.

Just like the TV show, the actual tower hasn’t got an interior but HBO thought it would be perfect to use as the outside of The House of the Undying.

In the scene, Jorah Mormount follows Daenerys around the tower, before she then mysteriously disappears.

Close-up view of the textured limestone walls of Minčeta Tower in Dubrovnik, showcasing the medieval architecture with the overcast sky hinting at the atmospheric setting often seen in Game of Thrones.

Curved stone walls of the historic Minčeta Tower in Dubrovnik, with a glimpse of the old city's terracotta roofs and lush hillside in the background, capturing the essence of Croatian heritage and a popular Game of Thrones filming location.

Note: Minceta Tower is the highest point of the Dubrovnik City Walls and requires a fair few stairs to climb to get to it.

Since it is also located on the city walls, you’ll need a city walls ticket to access the location.

9. Jesuit Stairs – Walk of Shame

“Shame,” “Shame,” “Shame.” Yes, Jesuit Stairs is one of the most famous Game of Thrones filming locations in Dubrovnik.

And you guessed it, it was used to film the scene in Season 5 Episode 10, where Cersei begins her Walk of Shame.

To film the opening scene by Jesuit Stairs, every cafe and restaurant down the street and along the street towards Gundulic Square was shut down to allow camera crews and extras to set up and film.

The image shows Jesuit Stairs in Dubrovnik, Croatia, a famous filming location for Game of Thrones. The stone steps descend into a narrow street lined with buildings and outdoor dining tables.

Another bit of trivia! Only a small handful of extras filled up the first part of the street next to Jesuit Stairs. The rest of the crowd was generated through CGI.

Just as a side note, this is by far the busiest Game of Thrones filming location in Dubrovnik. The Jesuit Stairs are covered from top to toe by visitors and tour guides all day.

For a clear photo or video, arrive before 7:30 am before tourists start to arrive.

This image features a comparison of the Jesuit Stairs in Dubrovnik, Croatia, taken at different times. On the left, the stairs are empty under soft morning light. On the right, the same stairs are bustling with tourists later in the day, revealing their popularity as a cultural landmark. — Comparison of Jesuit Stairs at 7 am vs 9 am.

10. St Dominic Street

St Dominic Street was used ever so slightly in Game of Thrones, filming some of King’s Landing market scenes and interior shots.

In Season 2 Episode 1, it featured for almost a second in a scene where one of the Gold Cloaks is carrying one of Robert Baratheon’s bastards during their murders.

It was also used for a few filming shots of Cersei’s Walk of Shame, where crowds are gathered on and around the stairs in the distance.

A crowd on St. Dominic Street in Dubrovnik with tourists walking along a cobblestone pathway, flanked by ancient stone buildings

11. Steps outside the Dominican Monastery

Along St Dominic Street, you’ll find another Game of Thrones filming location, just on the steps outside the Dominican Monastery.

It was used for filming a scene in Season 2 Episode 5 when Bronn and Tyrion overhear a protest speech against Joffrey as a king.

Tyrion is also bad-mouthed for the city’s downfall from his role as Hand of the King.

A sunlit view of the exterior of the Dominican Monastery in Dubrovnik. The scene features robust stone walls, a prominent staircase leading to a sculpted doorway, and a round tower with arched windows, under a clear blue sky.

12. Rector’s Palace – Spice King’s Mansion

Entrance fee to access location: €15 (Free with Dubrovnik pass)

Rector’s Palace served as one of the key filming locations for Qarth in Dubrovnik, alongside Minceta Tower and Lokrum Island. It featured as the Spice King’s mansion

The staircase and courtyard inside the Rector palace were used in Season 2 Episode 6, where Daenerys meets the spice king.

Stone staircase and arched walkways within the Rector's Palace in Dubrovnik, known as a filming location for Game of Thrones. — The Spice King walked down these very steps!

In their exchange, Daenerys requests to use the Spice King’s ships to help carry her army across the Narrow Sea but sadly is denied.

13. Ethnographic Museum

While the Ethnographic Museum is a granary dating back to the 16th century, it was used as the exterior filming location for Littlefinger’s Brothel. Not the most conventional use of the museum!

Various Game of Thrones scenes were filmed in this location, including one of Prince Oberyn’s most famous moments in Season 4 Episode 1.

Stone archway at the Ethnographic Museum in Dubrovnik, which served as a filming location for Game of Thrones. The pathway leads through the arch to a set of stairs, with textured stonework typical of medieval European architecture.

During the scene, Prince Oberyn implies to Tyrion that he plans to kill The Mountain and any Lannisters involved in the kidnapping and murder of his sister.

This is when Oberyn heavily implies his intentions to Tyrion about avenging his sister and her children by murdering The Mountain and any Lannisters involved in their deaths.

14. Ploce Gate

Ploce Gate is the eastern entrance of Dubrovnik’s Old Town and was used to film the end sequence of Cersei’s Walk of Shame in Season 5 Episode 10, where she finally arrived at the Red Keep.

The scene was filmed right here, in the inner area of the Ploce Gate, where Cersei helplessly limps towards Qyburn along this stone bridge.

View of Ploce Gate, a historic stone entrance to Dubrovnik's old town, under a clear blue sky. The gate features a stone bridge leading to a massive archway, flanked by robust medieval walls and a small domed structure on top

15. Hotel Belvedere

Perhaps the biggest hidden gem on the list. Hotel Belvedere was used for filming Tyrions’ Trial By Combat in Season 4, Episode 8 where The Mountain and Oberyn battle.

In this scene, we hear the iconic line ‘Who gave you the order?, loudly repeated by Oberyn. We all know what happened after that!

Sadly the hotel is now in ruins and you can’t physically walk on the location. But on a good note, you can still head nearby and take pictures of the location from afar, capturing whatever is left of it.

Overhead view of the abandoned Hotel Belvedere amphitheater near Dubrovnik, Croatia, overlooking the Adriatic Sea. The circular stage features a large, colorful checkerboard pattern, surrounded by graffiti-covered concrete seating, amidst overgrown vegetation and adjacent to terracotta-roofed structures.

16. Lokrum Island

Entrance fee to access location: €27 for ferry (20-30% discount with Dubrovnik pass)

Lokrum Island is a little island located just off the coast of Dubrovnik. In Game of Thrones, it was used as a filming location for the city of Qarth in Season 2.

Many of the scenes for the TV show were filmed around the Benedictine Monastery’s botanical gardens. For example, in Season 2, episode 5, the Maximillian Gardens were used to film the garden party hosted by Xaro Xhoan Daxos.

Some background shots of the Benedictine Monastery’s cloisters were also featured to showcase pretty architecture in the show.

The cloister of the Benedictine Monastery on Lokrum Island, showcasing arched colonnades and a sunlit courtyard with trees nearby

A gravel pathway cuts through the neatly trimmed hedges of The Gardens of Maximilian on Lokrum Island, with the setting under a bright blue sky.

Fun fact: HBO gifted Lokrum Island a replica of the Iron Throne, which sits in the visitor centre in Benedictine Monastery.

This is not an actual filming location but is 100% worth the visit for Game of Thrones fans! You can sit on the throne and view the Game of Thrones exhibition inside.

It showcases a lot of Game of Thrones lore and includes behind-the-scenes clips of the actors filming the show.

Planning a trip from Dubrovnik? Check out this Lokrum Island guide.

17. Trsteno Arboretum – King’s Landing Gardens

A stone path in Trsteno Arboretum, Croatia with lush greenery, palm trees, and purple bougainvillea, leads past a stone building with green shutters under a clear blue sky

Entrance fee to access location: €10

Trsteno Arboretum was used to film Game of Thrones more times than I can count, serving as the filming location for the King’s Landing Gardens.

While it isn’t located within the Old Town of Dubrovnik, it is only a short 22-minute drive away and easily accessible by public transport.

There are countless scenes filmed here and you only really need to take a walk around the grounds to feel like you’ve stepped into Game of Thrones.

One of the most recognisable filming spots in Trsteno Arboretum is the Pavilion, which was featured in Season 4 Episode 4. This is the spot where Olenna Tyrell heavily implies to Margaery that she was involved in King Joffrey’s murder.

The Trsteno Arboretum Belvedere Pavilion in Croatia, showcasing a stone pathway leading to the historic open-air structure with a red tile roof, surrounded by verdant tropical plants, with the tranquil Adriatic Sea and distant mountains providing a picturesque backdrop.

This Game of Thrones tour includes a visit to Trsteno Arboretum!

Should you book a Game of Thrones tour in Dubrovnik?

Yes absolutely! I’ve done both a self-guided and a guided tour of Game of Thrones locations in Dubrovnik, and in my experience, I would say you need to experience a guided tour at least once!

The self-guided map is there to help you for the long haul, but some of these Game of Thrones tours only last 2 hours and are so insightful.

I was assigned a tour guide who was an extra on the TV show. They provided insider knowledge on every location, from scenes to little trivia I never heard online.

You can find tours in many places around the Old Town and outside Pile Gate. I booked mine with Dubrovnik Walking Tours, located next to Onofrio’s Large Fountain in the Old Town.

Aerial view of Onofrio's Large Fountain in Dubrovnik, Croatia, showing the circular architecture with visitors walking around and enjoying the old town square on a sunny day

They have a knack for getting sold out quickly during Dubrovnik’s peak tourist months. If you’re visiting late spring and summer, I recommend booking a Game of Thrones tour in advance online.

Best Game of Thrones tours in Dubrovnik

I’ve compiled together my recommendations for the best Game of Thrones tours in Dubrovnik.

For some of the tours in Dubrovnik, you will still need to pay entrance fees for the attractions. Please check with the tour listing before booking.

Best tours:

Game of Thrones Walking Tour and Cruise (2 hours and 15 minutes): Sail into the Old Town on the same ship Daenerys used on Game of Thrones. On board, you can enjoy a Dragon Blood Cocktail, and then make your way to Dubrovnik Old Town to explore some of the main Game of Thrones filming locations.
Game of Thrones Extended Tour (2 hours and 30 minutes): One of the longest and most in-depth Game of Thrones tours in Dubrovnik. It is the ultimate tour for die-hard fans, featuring some of the swords and props from the TV show while visiting many of the main filming locations in Dubrovnik.
Game of Thrones and City Walls Walking Tour (3 hours): This brilliant tour includes the Dubrovnik City Walls and Fort Lovrijenac (The Red Keep) with tickets included.
Full-Day Total Game of Thrones Experience (7 hours): Experience all Game of Thrones filming locations in Dubrovnik with a tour guide. This is the ultimate tour for fans of the TV show and includes a visit to Trsteno Arboretum.

Best time to visit Dubrovnik for Game of Thrones

The best time to visit Dubrovnik for your Game of Thrones experience is in Spring, particularly in May or early June. You’ll enjoy good weather while avoiding the peak summer crowds.

Doing the Game of Thrones self-guided tour around Dubrovnik in the summer is not ideal, as it will require a lot of walking, with peak temperatures of 30°C.

Recommendation: One of my essential Dubrovnik travel tips is to avoid cruise ship days.

I once visited Dubrovnik on a cruise day in mid-August where over 5000 were in port to visit the Old Town.

I had to tip-toe around areas like Jesuit Stairs and slowly manoeuvre from filming location to filming location. Make sure to check the cruise schedule.

If you want clear photos of the Game of Thrones locations, visit the Old Town early in the morning from 7 am to 10 am before most tourists arrive.

Where to stay in Dubrovnik for your Game of Thrones experience

The best place to stay in Dubrovnik for a self-guided Game of Thrones tour is in the Old Town.

Most of the filming locations on this list are in the Old Town, so you can just pick up where you left off the next day to finish your self-guided tour.

This image showcases the Old Town of Dubrovnik, Croatia, as seen from the City Walls. The view highlights terracotta rooftops, stone buildings, and the bell towers under a partly cloudy blue sky. The famous street 'The Stradun' is bustling with tourists below. — There’s no better immersive experience than staying in Kings Landing!

Here’s where to stay suited to all budgets:

Budget Option: Apartment Old Town Gverovic – This budget hotel includes your own private studio with all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay. Average prices are €90 a night which is cheap for the Old Town.

Mid-Range Option: Dominus Little Palace – A beautifully decorated hotel with spacious rooms. It is also located a stone’s throw away from the Ethnographic Museum and average prices start at €200 a night.

Luxury Option: Pucic Palace – For luxury in the Old Town, this is your best pick! The hotel is an 18th-century baroque palace, with lavish rooms and a grand interior. It is also perfectly located next to the Jesuit Stairs. Prices start at €500 a night.

For much cheaper accommodation, stay in Cavtat and travel down to Dubrovnik Old Town via the number #10 bus. It is only a 35-minute bus away and you can even travel to Lokrum Island straight from Cavtat!

Read next: Cavtat day trip from Dubrovnik

FAQ’s: Game of Thrones in Dubrovnik

What part of Dubrovnik was Game of Thrones filmed in?

Game of Thrones was filmed mainly in the Old Town of Dubrovnik, with much of its interior setting the foundations of Kings Landing.

Some filming locations like Fort Lovrijenac and Pile Harbour, are located out of the Old Town and within walking distance. Whereas, locations like Lokrum Island and Trsteno Arboretum will require transport to get to

Which season of Game of Thrones was filmed in Dubrovnik?

HBO used Dubrovnik for the filming of King’s Landing in Game of Thrones since season 2. It didn’t feature in season 1, as they previously used Malta to film for Kings Landing, but moved to the Pearl of the Adriatic due to disputes with the Maltese government.

Dubrovnik wasn’t used for filming in Season 7 as HBO instead, used replicated sets built in their TV studios in Belfast, North Ireland. This is because King’s landing didn’t feature much in the season’s main storyline

Where is the Game of Thrones chair in Dubrovnik?

The Iron Throne can be found in a few souvenir shops throughout the Old Town, mainly along the Stradun. These were placed here to increase tourism.

You can find the most popular location for the Iron Throne on Lokrum Island in the Visitor Centre, which was gifted to the island as a thank-you to Dubrovnik and the surrounding areas for letting them film there.

Final thoughts

Well, there you have it! You’re now all set to go on your self-guided tour to visit all the Game of Thrones filming locations in Dubrovnik.

I’ve been on both a paid Game of Thrones tour and a self-guided tour, and I have to say I much preferred the latter!

Not because the tours weren’t helpful, but because I could enjoy the experience for much longer, without any time constraints. That said, I recommend joining a guided tour at least once to learn about interesting trivia about the TV show.

Then, when you’re finished, with this self-guided Game of Thrones guide and map, you’ll be able to experience King’s Landing all on your own.

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