Fort Lovrijenac in Dubrovnik served as one of the main filming locations for the Red Keep in Game of Thrones.

Built on a rocky cliff outside Dubrovnik’s western walls, the fortress overlooks both the Adriatic Sea and the entrance to the Old Town.

Location Highlights
  • Real Location: Fort Lovrijenac (St. Lawrence Fortress)
  • Show Location: The Red Keep (Interiors & Battlements)
  • Key Scenes: Joffrey's Nameday Tournament, Cersei & Littlefinger "Knowledge is Power" standoff
  • Architecture: Medieval defensive fortress

Game of Thrones Scenes Filmed at Fort Lovrijenac

S2 • E01
King Joffrey’s Name Day Tourney

King Joffrey’s Name Day Tourney

Joffrey oversees the Name Day tourney from the battlements above the courtyard.

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S2 • E01
Knowledge and Power Standoff

Knowledge and Power Standoff

Cersei confronts Baelish and signals her guards during their exchange.

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S2 • E06
The King's Landing Riot

The King's Landing Riot

The royal party breaks away from the mob and retreats behind the safety of the castle walls.

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History of Fort Lovrijenac

Fort Lovrijenac was built outside Dubrovnik’s western walls to defend the city from naval attacks. Perched high above the Adriatic on a steep rock cliff, the fortress became one of the Republic of Ragusa’s most important defensive positions.

One unusual design detail reveals how seriously Dubrovnik guarded its independence. The outer walls facing the sea are extremely thick, while the inner wall facing the city is intentionally much thinner. If the fortress were ever captured or used in a rebellion, Dubrovnik’s own cannons could destroy it from within the city.

The Fortress in Real Life

Explore the layout of Fort Lovrijenac, from its stone courtyard and seaside corridors to the panoramic upper terraces.

High-angle aerial view of Fort Lovrijenac with Pile Bay and Dubrovnik rooftops visible
Side view of Fort Lovrijenac with the St. Blaise statue and stone approach stairs visible
Interior view of the entrance corridor inside Fort Lovrijenac
Ground-level courtyard of Fort Lovrijenac featuring a stone well and the door of St. Lawrence Chapel
View across the ground courtyard of Fort Lovrijenac toward the entrance passage
Arched stone passage beside the courtyard area inside Fort Lovrijenac
Elevated view from a mid-level terrace of Fort Lovrijenac showing the courtyard, upper levels, and a distant cannon
Elevated view focusing on the left wing of Fort Lovrijenac with Mount Srđ in the background
Elevated view focusing on the right wing and top terrace of Fort Lovrijenac
View through a stone archway of Fort Lovrijenac toward Lokrum Island
View from Fort Lovrijenac toward Lokrum Island and the Dubrovnik City Walls
Top-down view of the lower courtyard of Fort Lovrijenac from the upper terrace
Lower seaside corridor of Fort Lovrijenac with stone openings along the sea-facing wall
Close-up view of a cannon on the middle level of Fort Lovrijenac
Cannon displayed along the stone terrace walkway of Fort Lovrijenac
Close-up of the stone guardpost on the middle terrace of Fort Lovrijenac
Interior view looking through double stone arches on the middle terrace of Fort Lovrijenac
Side view of the triangular stone staircase inside Fort Lovrijenac
Top-down view of the triangular stone staircase leading to the top terrace of Fort Lovrijenac
Top terrace entrance of Fort Lovrijenac with a small side cannon in the foreground
View behind a top terrace cannon of Fort Lovrijenac looking toward Gradac Park
Wide view of the top terrace of Fort Lovrijenac showing the entrance and a large historic cannon
Top terrace cannon of Fort Lovrijenac with the Dubrovnik City Walls in the background
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How to Find Fort Lovrijenac

Fort Lovrijenac is located just outside the western walls of Dubrovnik’s Old Town, a short walk from Pile Gate.

From the main entrance plaza, follow the stone steps down toward Kolorina Bay (Pile Bay) and continue along the coastal path to the fortress staircase.

The walk from Pile Gate to the fortress entrance typically takes 5 to 10 minutes.

For tickets, access details, and visitor tips, see our dedicated guide:

Fort Lovrijenac Guide →

For the exact fortress location:

📍 View Fort Lovrijenac in Google Maps →

Visiting Fort Lovrijenac

  • Cost: Included with a standard City Walls ticket (€40) or Dubrovnik Pass (standalone tickets cost €15).
  • Access: Separate fort entrance located outside the Old Town walls near Pile Bay.
  • Best Time: Early morning or late afternoon to avoid the intense sun.
  • Tip: The approach requires climbing about 200 steep stone steps. Watch your step as they can get slippery.

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