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Dubrovnik & Lokrum: The Realms of Game of Thrones

  • 3 hours
  • City Highlight Tours
  • Dubrovnik
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Choose one of 3 locals available

Experience hosted by Romana, Marko & one other local

  • Private Tour
  • Carbon Neutral

Step into the world of Game of Thrones on this immersive tour that takes you from Dubrovnik’s iconic Old Town to the enchanting Lokrum Island by ferry. Explore filming locations while uncovering the role Lokrum played as the mystical city of Qarth in the series. Discover the magic of King’s Landing and beyond, guided by a passionate local expert!

Destination
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Category
City Highlight Tours
Duration
3 hours
Transport mode
Walking tour
Available languages
English, Español, Hrvatski, Italiano
Included
  • Private guide
  • All Withlocals tours are carbon neutral
Excluded
  • Entrance to attractions
  • Ferry ticket to Lokrum

6 reasons to book this tour

  • Can be 100% customized to your wishes
  • Get to truly embrace the culture of the city
  • Learn about Game of Thrones in Dubrovnik
  • Connect with a knowledgeable local
  • Hear fascinating stories and insights
  • Discover cultural highlights & their local relevance

What you can expect

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To truly experience Dubrovnik, you must immerse yourself in its unique culture—and no cultural legacy has left a greater mark here than Game of Thrones.

On this private tour, dive deep into the world of Westeros and explore Lokrum Island, a key filming location that brought the magical city of Qarth to life in the Game of Thrones series. Lokrum offers fans an unforgettable connection to Daenerys Targaryen’s storyline. From the enchanting Botanical Gardens, where the exotic beauty of Qarth was captured, to the historic Benedictine Monastery, where the Iron Throne replica now resides, Lokrum is a treasure trove of Westerosi magic.

Learn how Game of Thrones has shaped Dubrovnik’s identity, weaving together its medieval history and cultural traditions with the fantasy world of Westeros. With this tour, you’ll see Dubrovnik and Lokrum from a new perspective—through the eyes of King’s Landing and beyond.

The Withlocals Treasures of Dubrovnik Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature experiences, curated for fans and cultural explorers alike. Led by passionate local guides who earn a fair fee, we support local economies and offer carbon-neutral tours in small, non-intrusive groups. Step off the beaten path and into the heart of Dubrovnik and Lokrum’s Game of Thrones legacy, where every location tells a story of Westeros.

Choose your local

Get to know these 3 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

  1. Meeting point

    Meet at In front of Dubravka ice cream shop - Dubrovnik to start your journey

  2. Itinerary

    This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

  3. Culture of the City

    On this private tour, you’ll experience and discover Dubrovnik through its culture. Whether it’s focused on a tradition, a special part of town with a story to tell, cultural beliefs, or around a cultural activity that shaped the city into what it is - this tour will be a cultural awakening you can’t miss!
  4. Game of Thrones in Dubrovnik

    Your tour will focus on Game of Thrones, a very important cultural subject in Dubrovnik. Thanks to your local host, you’ll learn and see how Game of Thrones made an impact in Dubrovnik, making you experience the city from a different perspective.
  5. Cultural Highlights

    As you deep dive into the subject of your tour, you’ll make stops to visit unique spots that will give you a full picture of the city. Visit Botanical Gardens, Benedictine Monastery, Benedictine Monastery, and more and see how these cultural highlights are part of the local life but have so much history behind them!
  6. Storytelling Journey

    As you discover the cultural side of Dubrovnik, you’ll be able to embrace it thanks to the amazing stories and storytelling skills of your local host. Feel free to ask any questions and feel as if you are relieving history in the present time.
  7. Make it yours

    Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

    Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

    Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

  • Feel confident booking

    Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

  • Change of plans?

    Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

  • Loved by travelers worldwide

    Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

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Lanni🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
31 August 2025
We chose Romana for our Dubrovnik guide based on her high ratings and were so pleased that we did. We learned a lot about her beautiful city during our time together and she was very kind about sharing insider tips to make the rest of our trip equally wonderful. Romana painted a picture of what life is like as a local during the tour by sharing information about her family’s history in Dubrovnik in the context of the history of the city itself. We especially appreciated her tips on buying the Dubrovnik pass, how to get to Mount Srd and how to use public transportation to get back and forth from Lapad. She also offered for us to contact her following the tour if we needed any other information during our time in Dubrovnik, which was so generous, and above and beyond what most guides provide. I would recommend Romana highly, and would also suggest booking a tour with her at the beginning of your time in Dubrovnik. You’ll feel like a local in no time. Excellent experience!
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Karyn 🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
29 August 2025
Our adult family of four toured Dubrovnik on a busy weekend day, and Romana made our tour feel very private and special. Her pride in Dubrovnik and her passion for its history is evident, and we loved seeing the back alleys and hidden gems like the local spices and foods in the home of a Dubrovnik shopkeeper. Visiting the Memorial Room of the Fallen Dubrovnik Soldiers was very moving, and brought home the hardships this beautiful city has faded over the many centuries. Romana is the tour guide you want, to get the full experience while visiting Dubrovnik! Romana is a gem!
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Tony
(About local )
24 August 2025
Romana was absolutely fluent in English and speaks faster than I can which meant you learned so much in the 2 hour tour. Everything from GOT facts and photoshoots, to the history of Dubrovnik, with some local folklore thrown in for good measure. Highly entertaining, educational and enjoyable. Definitely recommended!!Entertaining local insight!
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Leslie🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
21 August 2025
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Sheetal🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
21 August 2025
We had a private three hour tour with Marko along with two parents and two college age kids. Marko was spectacular in giving us a detailed history of Croatia and took us to all the major sites in old town. His way of speaking kept all of us interested and we really had a fantastic experience! Would strongly encourage taking this tour with him. Amazing Tour of Old Town Dubrovnik
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Dmitri🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
16 August 2025
I cannot recommend The History of Dubrovnik tour with Marko highly enough. This experience was far more than a typical sightseeing – it was a deeply moving and intellectually enriching journey into the heart of a city that has endured, resisted, and ultimately thrived. Our guide Marko was exceptional: knowledgeable, passionate, and deeply respectful of the complex history of his city and his country that he was sharing. Marko didn’t just recite facts—he told stories often involving his personal feelings and emotions. Stories of resilience, of identity, of a people caught in the crosswinds of a fractured nation. Walking through Dubrovnik’s ancient streets while learning about its role during the Yugoslav Wars gave us a whole new appreciation for the city’s beauty and strength and made the experience all the more meaningful. We learned a lot about the ancient and newest history of the city and would certainly come back for more!Unforgettable rich history of Dubrovnik
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Patricia🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
14 August 2025
Great day
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Margaret🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
12 August 2025
We had a private evening tour of Old Town Dubrovnik with Jelena and enjoyed it thoroughly. She is very knowledgeable about the centuries-long history of Dubrovnik and shared so much with us. Not just about Dubrovnik, but about the war in the 1990's, the communist period and its long history as a leader in world trade and culture. We learned about her own experience as a child growing up in Dubrovnik during the 1960's and were fascinated by her insights. Wow! She is such an amazing person and a really great tour guide. I would recommend her to any one traveling to Dubrovnik and especially recommend a personal tour. We asked lots of questions and she had the answers. She was very attentive to our own needs. Definitely 10 stars!Jelena is a super-star!
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Frances🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
10 August 2025
Marko was brilliant informative in everything. History of Dubrovnik was so interesting. His suggestions for eating great and wine bar fantastic . Thank youThanks Marko
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Martin🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
8 August 2025
Just wanted to say a massive thank you to Jadranka for an amazing tour of the Old City. Whilst we are definitely GOT fans, the actual history of this amazing city was fantastic and Jadranka certainly helped bring it all alive. If you ever get the chance to visit this amazing city, please add this tour to your itinerary. Thank you Jadranka ❤️Amazing GOT tour
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Ramona🇳🇱 Netherlands
(About local )
7 August 2025
Fijne tour gehad van Romana, ze wistveek te vertellen over de geschiedenis en liet ons leuke plekken zien. Ook gaf ze veel tips voor plekken om later nog te bezoeken.Zeer goede en leuke tour!
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Itza V🇵🇷 Puerto Rico
(About local )
6 August 2025
Excelente experiencia para nuestra primera visita a Dubrovnik. Romana fue entretenida, educativa y amable, además el recorrido fue en nuestro idioma.Tour Juego de Tronos
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Cheri
(About local )
26 July 2025
We had an incredible walking tour of Old Town Dubrovnik with Marco in June 2025. From the moment we met him, Marco was warm, engaging, and full of fascinating stories that brought Dubrovnik’s rich history and culture to life! What made this tour truly special was Marco’s ability to take us off the beaten path. While we did visit some of the city's most iconic landmarks, he also led us through quiet alleys, hidden courtyards, and scenic viewpoints that most tourists completely miss. It felt like we were exploring a more authentic side of the city—one that only a true local could reveal. Marco also shared insider tips on where locals like to go to the beach and where to eat, pointing out small, family-run restaurants and tucked-away wine bars we never would have found on our own. Thanks to him, we ended up enjoying one of the best meals of our trip at Spaghetteria Toni! If you're planning to visit Dubrovnik and want more than just a standard history tour of this amazing walled city, I highly recommend booking with Marco. He’s not only incredibly knowledgeable but also makes you feel like a friend showing you around his hometown.Fantastic Walking Tour with Marco!
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Rachel🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
21 July 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 10/10 Experience An Unforgettable Day with Marko! Our tour with Marko through the city walls, the Old City, and Lokrum Island was one of the absolute highlights of our trip to Dubrovnik. From start to finish, Marko brought incredible energy, humor, and deep local knowledge to every step of the experience. Hearing his personal stories about growing up in Dubrovnik—including his memories of the 1991 bombing and life during the war—was something we’ll never forget. That first-hand perspective gave so much meaning to everything we saw and made the city come alive in a way no guidebook ever could. Marko is a natural storyteller, full of personality and warmth. He kept our group—including teenagers—completely engaged and laughing throughout the tour. His recommendation to start early was spot on—we beat the heat and the crowds and had seen so much by noon that it felt like we gained an extra day of vacation! He also made our time on Lokrum Island truly special—walking us through the botanical gardens, monastery, and showing us where to find the famous peacocks. Best of all, he guided us to the top cliff-jumping spots and made sure we could enjoy the adventure safely. Thanks to his advice, the rest of our afternoon on the island was unforgettable. Marko is the kind of guide who turns a tour into a lasting memory. We can’t recommend him enough!A Must-Do Tour with Marko!
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Matt🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
16 July 2025
Our tour with Marko was a fantastic was a fantastic way to feel welcomed to Dubrovnik. His friendly, relatable demeanour made him very easy to like. We had a wide range of ages in our group, but Marko skillfully taught us about Dubrovnik's history by telling personal stories of his life growing uo there -- and his sense of humour made the stories even more memorable. Thank you, Marko, for sharing your time and stories with us! Perfect way to start your vacation!
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Ali
(About local )
15 July 2025
Romana was a gracious host as we visited Dubrovnik, an incredible city with an amazing history and culture! Romana provided a very nice walking tour providing beautiful sites, history, and Game of Thrones stories and filming locations. Highly recomend!Amazing Tour of Dubrovnik!
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Alexandra🇨🇭 Switzerland
(About local )
15 July 2025
Jure did a fantastic job showing us around his beautiful city and explaining the complicated history of the Balkans and Yugoslavia. He took us places we would never have discovered and showed us many maps and photos that brought the history alive. Fantastic and informative tour
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Devin🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
15 July 2025
Our guide, Jadranka, was absolutely incredible—warm, knowledgeable, and deeply passionate about the city’s history and culture. She effortlessly blended the must-see landmarks with tucked-away local gems we never would’ve found on our own.Great Tour with Jadranka – A True Local!
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Catie
(About local )
13 July 2025
We booked this for our first night in Dubrovnik to help familiarize ourselves with Old Town more quickly. Ramona was punctual and knowledgeable. She took us to three different places where we tried local bites and drinks. Over our next days in the city we revisted one of the restaurants and relied on much of the info she shared with us. Also, we learned we have the same birthday! Highly recommend adding this experience to your travels! Delicious introduction to Dubrovnik
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craig🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
11 July 2025
Our tour of Dubrovnik with Romana was an absolute highlight! Her infectious enthusiasm and vibrant personality made the experience incredibly enjoyable. Romana isn't just a guide; she's a captivating storyteller, blending rich history with fascinating anecdotes. Her knowledge is truly impressive, covering all notable sites with depth and passion. What truly set her apart was her knack for revealing Dubrovnik's hidden gems—charming alleys, local secrets, and breathtaking viewpoints we'd never have found alone. These unexpected delights added magic to our day. Romana’s ability to combine facts with engaging stories kept us entertained and informed. She was attentive, expertly answered questions, and ensured everyone felt included. For an unforgettable, fun, and insightful Dubrovnik experience beyond the typical tourist path, we highly recommend Romana. She is truly exceptional!Exceptional Tour of Dubrovnik with Romana!
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Emily
(About local )
10 July 2025
We had the most incredible day exploring Dubrovnik with Marko as our tour guide! From start to finish, he was friendly, knowledgeable, and so much fun to be around. We started our day walking the iconic city walls, and Marko brought the history of Dubrovnik and Croatia to life, answering our many many questions with enthusiasm. And gave the Game of Thrones fans among us some info too! After the city, we headed out to Lokrum Island for a really fun lunch at nice restaurant where we accidently fed the wild peacocks some lunch and then had fabulous kayaking tour with Marko showing us beautiful coastal caves and getting to do some cliff jumping. If you’re visiting Dubrovnik, do yourself a favor and book a day with Marko. It was one of the absolute highlights of our trip. Thank you, Marko, for an unforgettable experience! Wonderful!
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Kay
(About local )
8 July 2025
Marko was excellent. We enjoyed getting to know him as he gave us a detailed history tour. Marko was funny and provided many personal childhood stories.Informative and fun guide!
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Rick
(About local )
8 July 2025
We really enjoyed our time with Jadranka. She was friendly, taught us a lot about her city and the old town, and managed to answer our numerous questions. She also gave us great tips about other things to do in and around the city, showed us her favourite swim spots and gelato…all of which turned out to be exceptional! We highly recommend Jadranka as a guide! Super friendly and informative
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Peter🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
5 July 2025
Marko has a true passion for his hometown of Dubrovnik. His insight into daily life and stories from the Croatia/Serbian War added to our understanding of recent historical events in this city. We would highly recommend Marko as your guide in Dubrovnik. Informative and friendly
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Kim🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
25 June 2025
Our family of three enjoyed an informative tour of the history of Dubrovnik. We highly recommend Marko as a tour guide. He is friendly and responsive to his clients. Thank you, Marko!Friendly and informative tour with Marko
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Dario🇨🇭 Switzerland
(About local )
21 June 2025
He was amazing. But on the homepage it says that he could speak german. He could speak german but wasn't allowed to. Anyway - it was great.Authentic
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Nazneen🇲🇺 Mauritius
(About local )
19 June 2025
Jadranka was super flexible. Her tour was interesting and highlighted all the important sites and restaurants. Leisurely interesting walkung tour
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Kumiko🇯🇵 Japan
(About local )
19 June 2025
She was a truly wonderful guide — full of passion and deep love for her hometown. Thanks to her local knowledge, we enjoyed excellent restaurant recommendations and smooth navigation, which made our first visit to Croatia truly memorable. She also shared many fascinating, behind-the-scenes stories about the filming of Game of Thrones, adding a special touch to our experience. Highly recommended! Amazing Guide with Heart & Knowledge !
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Robert_Z
(About local )
18 June 2025
Our guide was incredible, she was not only very friendly but had so much knowledge and history of Dubrovnik and also of Game of Thrones. She made this tour great! It was wonderful to meet someone so proud of where they are from.Best City Tour of Dubrovnik and Game of Thrones!!
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zkjp
(About local )
11 June 2025
Marko has charisma! The tour was fantastic. His love of Croatia is evident. A great storyteller of local history, infusing humor and fun facts throughout. His tour is not to be missed.Superb experience!
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Jane🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
11 June 2025
Excellent introductory tour to the beautiful Old City of Dubrovnik. Interesting references to the War of the 1990’s from someone who remembers it well and can explain his own feelings and experiences. The Old City is very busy, even in early June, so I would recommend an early morning visit if possible, definitely if you’re doing the City Wall walk. Fascinating, enjoyable tour.
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Eric
(About local )
8 June 2025
We really enjoyed discovering a different side of Dubrovnik’s Old Town. Super knowledgeable, very open to talk about anything and good fun too! Highly recommended!Great guide/ Great experience
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Joshua
(About local )
6 June 2025
Jelena might be the best person to give a tour of Dubrovnik and an additional background of the Game of Thrones filming in the city. She brings her personal knowledge and experience as a journalist, as a native to the area, and as someone who lived through the homeland war to talk in depth about the history of the city. She was also present in the city when Game of Thrones was being filmed and has fun, personal anecdotes and pictures from that time. Overall, this was an extremely worthwhile introduction to the city. I would highly recommend this to anyone coming to visit, particularly if you plan to be here for a few days and want someone to show you around.History of Dubrovnik and GoT tour
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Reynan
(About local )
5 June 2025
The best tour you can have in Dubrovnik. Jelena brilliantly mixed the history and facts of the Old Town with the Game of Thrones scene locations. You will get tons of information and interesting facts on this tour. Highly recommend!!Amazing experience
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Sarah
(About local )
2 June 2025
We chose this as one of our first activities during our stay in Dubrovnik - it was perfect for getting acclimated to the Old Town before we explored on our own. Jelena is very knowledgeable on both GOT + Dubrovnik as a whole and was an amazing guide, had great tips / recommendations on other things to do in Dubrovnik. Wish she could have led tours for us at the rest of our stops in Croatia throughout our trip!!History of Dubrovnik and GoT tour
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Peter🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
26 May 2025
Marko was an awesome tour guide, and I highly recommend him. We had been to Dubrovnik before, but he showed us this gem of town through the eyes of a local who clearly loves living there. Marko was funny, personable, and extremely knowledgeable. One of the best stops was to the home of a local in the Old Town to sample her home baked goods, spices, and candied nuts and orange peels. Marko also gave us an awesome suggestion to spend our afternoon after the tour taking the ferry out to Lokrum Island - true hidden gem!Personal and Fun Tour of Dubrovnik
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Michael🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
24 May 2025
Look. No. Further. We had an AMAZING afternoon in Dubrovnik with Marko -- seeing the city's architectural treasures, learning about its glories and tragedies, and deciphering its statues and ornaments. Marko is smart, personable, and filled with a love for his city and heritage. We couldn't have landed better -- such a great guide to orient us for a longer stay in a city of enchantment! History Brought to Life
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Laura🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
23 May 2025
Marko is a fantastic guide! My husband and I enjoyed our guided tour around parts of the old city. He also made some great recommendations.Personalized and Insightful
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plehn
(About local )
21 May 2025
Romana was great. Engaging, energetic and knowledgeable. A great person to take you around Dubrovnik!Great tour
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Verona
(About local )
21 May 2025
Jelena was a brilliant guide. The tour was the perfect balance of history, GOT and personal stories. The three hours flew by!Jelena was a brilliant guide
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Netzin🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
19 May 2025
After a morning of exploring old town and walking the wall, we had a 2 hour window to see the GOT sites. We quickly booked a tour with Romana. She was great! She knew more about GOT than we could ever know and took us to all the key places and scenes. Her picture book helped us reenact in our pitiful way. Her efficiency got us through all of it in exactly 2 hours. Efficient GOT tour
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Tina
(About local )
15 May 2025
We had a wonderful experience to the Game of Thrones tour. clearly passionate about our guide, Jelena, was incredibly knowledgeable and extremely passionate about the Dubrovnik and Croatian history, which brought the location to life just beyond the location spots. She shared her life experience as a Croatian through the war and post-war times. She kept an easy comfortable pace throughout the tour and was always considerate of the group, often stopping at shaded areas for breaks as it was during the summer when we visited. She provided great visual aids which helped us connect scenes from Game of Thrones to our actual location. We highly recommend this tour and Jelena!!GoT tour
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Peggy🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
8 May 2025
Dubrovnik Old Town is a visually stunning city and Marko brought it to life with his vast knowledge of its history and culture. He also shared his childhood memories of growing up here and we really enjoyed his company. The 5hr tour went by quickly and I would highly recommend Marko for a very entertaining time!Amazing Tour
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Marcos
(About local )
7 May 2025
The walking tour with Marko was really interesting. He knows everything there is to know about Dubrovnik and he feels very proud of the place. Would definitely recommend him to anyone visiting here!Great guide
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Susan
(About local )
7 May 2025
Our party of 7 had a top-notch tour with Marko. He gave us a personal perspective on life in Dubrovnik now and in the past. He blended history and Game of Thrones lore and he introduced us to the best ice cream shop in town. From Dubrovnik, with love
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4shsb82hmw
(About local )
4 May 2025
Great tour with Marko who showed us the highlights of his beautiful city Highly recommend
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MARTINE🇧🇪 Belgium
(About local )
27 April 2025
Heel aangenaam en to the point. Wij waren zeer tevredenPerfect guide
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Mary
(About local )
25 April 2025
We can’t say enough about our awesome tour of Dubrovnik Old City (not old town!). Marko was personable and shared a lot of interesting stories about growing up right outside the walls. He answered all of our questions and was truly passionate about sharing his love of his country. Highly recommend!!Fun and informative local guide
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Mel🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
15 April 2025
Marko is a wonderful guide. Our group ranged from ages 6 to 69 and he had something for everyone. Having grown up locally, Marko is both passionate and knowledgeable with about the Old Town. He was able to answer all of our questions and customize the tour to follow our interests. Highly recommend. Wonderful guide!
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Sam🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
11 April 2025
We had a wonderful tour with Marko learning about Dubrovnik’s history and culture. He is very knowledgeable and did a great job helping us discover the old city. He shared many insights and recommendations for us to explore on our own. He has a great personality and our time with him flew by. Highly recommend Marko for your tour in Dubrovnik!Great tour with Marko!

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