Dubrovnik Game of Thrones locations are a must visit while you’re there!
*Updated for 2025*
Dubrovnik has been Croatia’s crown jewel for years now, but the medieval town’s tourism exploded once Game of Thrones producers chose several city locations to serve as their filming locations.
The beauty and history of Dubrovnik made the city an absolutely perfect location for King’s landing. Therefore, if you’re a Game of Thrones fan you will surely enjoy visiting some of the locations where they filmed the famous GoT scenes.
This blog post will introduce you to the top 10 locations most interesting for the Game of thrones fans, so if you’re into GoT, keep reading!
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WHERE IS DUBROVNIK?
Dubrovnik is situated in southern Croatia, and it’s often called the pearl of the Adriatic. However, it actually wasn’t the first choice for the Game of Thrones producers, since the King’s Landing was set in Malta in season one, but later they relocated to Dubrovnik. Because of its well-preserved historic architecture, Dubrovnik flawlessly transformed into the fictional city of King’s Landing.
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GAME OF THRONES LOCATIONS
The Pile Gate
Pile Gate is the main entrance to the old town of Dubrovnik and you can clearly recognize it in the TV show. Pile Gate is a historical landmark and one of the most iconic entrances to the medieval city of Dubrovnik. During the summer months, Pile Gate serves as the venue for cultural events, street performances, and various festivals, adding to the vibrant atmosphere of the old town.
They filmed two Game of Thrones scenes at the Pile Gate – firstly, the royal procession making its way back to the Red Keep Season 2, Episode 6, and secondly, Jaime Lannister and Brienne of Tarth entering King’s Landing in Season 3, Episode 10.
Pile Harbor (Pile Bay) – Blackwater Bay
Pile Harbor is a couple of steps away from the Pile Gate and it represents one of the key locations for Game of Thrones. The harbour, lovingly renamed King’s Landing Harbor by many fans, portrays Blackwater Bay, where many pivotal scenes occur, for example – Lord Baelish tempting Sansa to escape and the Battle of Blackwater Bay.
Fort Lovrijenac – The Red Keep
Fort Lovrijenac, sometimes also called St. Lawrence Fortress, is a medieval fortress located just outside the western walls of the old town of Dubrovnik. The fort was mostly built during the 16th century by the Republic of Ragusa, also known as the Republic of Dubrovnik.
The Red Keep was the residence of the King of the Andals and the First Men, and it was the home to the Iron Throne. Fort Lovrijenac is one of the most popular filming locations in Dubrovnik because they filmed many GoT scenes there.
Bokar Fortress
Situated on the southern side of the city walls, Bokar Fortress is an integral part of Dubrovnik’s defensive system. Moreover, it is one of the oldest preserved forts of its kind in Europe. Fort Bokar had many important scenes in the TV show, for instance, Tyrion and Lord Varys talking about the war overlooking the Narrow Sea in Season 2, Episode 8.
Rector’s Palace – City Of Qarth
Rector’s Palace is a symbol of Dubrovnik’s political and cultural heritage. In the past, Rector’s palace was the administrative center of the Republic of Ragusa, and each month a new Rector would ascend to power and rule from the comforts of the palace.
Rector’s Palace makes an appearance in season 2, episode 6 as the palace of the Spice King in the city of Quarth. In the scene, Daenerys requests ships for her passage to Westeros and the Spice King unfortunately denies her request.
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The Jesuit Staircase (Shame Stairs Dubrovnik)
The Jesuit Staircase is a GoT filming location which every fan aches to see. You can find this staircase situated next to the Church of St. Ignatius in the heart of Dubrovnik’s old town.
The most popular Game of Thrones scene, Cersei’s Walk of Shame, was filmed right there on the Jesuit staircase and it was included in Season 5 finale named Mother’s Mercy. At the top of the staircase, Cersei starts her walk of shame which continues all over Dubrovnik’s old town.
Dominican Monastery Steps
Dominican Monastery is a key location for anyone visiting Dubrovnik. This striking structure dates back to the 14th century and is a perfect blend of Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architectural styles. One of the most visited parts of this monastery are its steps. You can see those same steps featured in a protest speech against King Joffrey in season 2, episode 5.
Stradun
Another prominent Dubrovnik location included in Cersei’s Walk of shame scenes is Stradun. The main and most popular street in the old town starts at the Pile gate and ends at Ploče gate. Stradun gets really crowded during the summer season. Therefore, make sure you visit it early in the morning for the opportunity to see it with only locals around.
Ploče Gate
Probably the prettiest entrance into the old town, Ploče gate are featured in Game of Thrones. Dating back to the 14th century, Ploče Gate features a sturdy stone structure with pointed arch and a small drawbridge, which once played a crucial role in defending the city from potential invaders.
The drawbridge, encapsulated by flowers and palm trees, with an incredible view of the Dubrovnik harbour makes a picture-perfect location. You can see Ploče gate in season 2 episode 5, in which Tyrion and Lancel Lannister talk in a carriage.
Dubrovnik City Walls
The biggest reason why Dubrovnik is so well-known is the beauty of its city walls. These ancient walls encircle the old town and they protected the city from various threats throughout Dubrovnik’s history. The Dubrovnik City Walls stretch for approximately 1.9 kilometers around the old town. Amazingly, every section of the city walls offers panoramic views of the Adriatic Sea. That’s why walking the city walls is a must-do activity for visitors to Dubrovnik.
The most notable Game of Thrones scene featuring the city walls is in episode 1 of season 3. There, Tyrion, Podrick, and Bronn walk along the walls after the famous Battle of Blackwater.
I’m actually visiting later this year so this is very helpful!