Dubrovnik’s City Walls formed the main backdrop for King’s Landing throughout Game of Thrones.
Encircling the Old Town, this continuous stone fortification formed the backbone of King’s Landing’s battlements and provided the iconic panoramic views seen throughout the series.
- Real Location: Walls of Dubrovnik
- Show Location: King's Landing Battlements & Red Keep Cliffside Backdrops
- Key Scenes: multiple panoramic views of the capital
Game of Thrones Scenes Filmed Along the City Walls
The Killing of Robert’s Bastards
The Gold Cloaks march through the city and break into houses to find the bastards.
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Arrest of Ser Loras Tyrell
The Faith Militant arrests Ser Loras at the training grounds.
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The Final Stark Farewell
Jon pauses on the high walls to look down over the harbor before continuing his descent.
Explore Scene →History of Dubrovnik’s City Walls
Built between the 12th and 17th centuries, the City Walls form a continuous defensive ring around Dubrovnik’s Old Town.
They include towers, bastions, and fortresses built to defend the Republic of Ragusa against medieval sieges and later artillery warfare.
Today, they remain one of the best-preserved fortification systems in Europe.
How to Find the City Walls
The City Walls surround Dubrovnik’s Old Town and are accessed from several entrances around the fortifications.
The main entrance is located just inside Pile Gate beside the Church of St. Saviour. Additional entrances are located near Ploče Gate and St. John’s Fortress.
For detailed entrance information, ticket options, route rules, and visitor tips, see our dedicated guide:
For the main entrance location:
Visiting the City Walls
- Cost: Requires a City Walls ticket (€40) or Dubrovnik Pass.
- Access: Strict one-way, counterclockwise loop.
- Best Time: Early morning at opening or late afternoon to avoid the heat.
- Tip: The loop takes 1.5 to 2 hours with hundreds of stairs. Bring water and comfortable walking shoes.