Was Game of Thrones filmed in Croatia?

The coastal city of Dubrovnik, Croatia has been one of Game of Thrones' most prominent filming locations, mostly for the exteriors of Westeros' capital city, King's Landing. Dubrovnik's Lovrijenac Fort was the set for most of the Red Keep scenes, the West Pier for Blackwater Bay, and the Jesuit Stairs off St.
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What Game of Thrones scenes were filmed in Croatia?

Top 10 Game of Thrones Filming Locations in Croatia
  • Immerse yourself in the world of the HBO smash hit series by visiting the incredible GOT filming locations in Croatia. ...
  • Mineeta Tower (Dubrovnik) ...
  • Lovrijenac Fortress (Dubrovnik) ...
  • Bokar Fortress (Dubrovnik) ...
  • Pile Gate (Dubrovnik)
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What countries was Game of Thrones filmed in?

'Game of Thrones' filming locations around the world
  • Northern Ireland. Northern Ireland is an essential location for "Game of Thrones." It's the setting for both North of Westeros and the Iron Island. ...
  • Croatia. ...
  • Iceland. ...
  • Morocco. ...
  • Malta. ...
  • Spain. ...
  • Scotland.
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Was Game of Thrones filmed in Zagreb?

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With so many incredible Game of Thrones filming locations in Croatia to visit, a car rental in Split, Dubrovnik, or Zagreb is basically a necessity.
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Where did the Game of Thrones cast stay in Croatia?

First up is the Villa Orsula in the Croatian city of Dubrovnik. Originally opened in 1939, the property is tucked in between the Old Town and the Adriatic Sea, overlooking the island of Lokrum.
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Where was Cersei's Walk of Shame filmed?

As Hibberd details, this sequence, which was shot on location in the walled city of Dubrovnik, Croatia, was just as difficult to shoot as it was to watch. Here's the real story behind Cersei Lannister's famous Walk of Shame on Game of Thrones.
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Where is Winterfell in real life?

The real-life Winterfell is at Castle Ward in County Down, Northern Ireland. Aside from hosting "Game of Thrones" tours, it's a beautiful National Trust property on the shores of Strangford Lough, with an 18th-century stately home and acres of landscaped gardens to explore.
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Where in Croatia was Kings Landing?

Dubrovnik was the main filming location in Croatia for King's Landing, a fictional city in Game of Thrones, the famous television series based on the series of fantasy novels “A Song of Ice and Fire” and distributed by HBO.
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What was filmed in Split Croatia?

The most prominent filming location is in Diocletian's palace basements where Daenerys kept her dragons. Other parts of the Diocletian's palace historical alleys were also used for scenes of Meereen slave revenge and the corridor where the Sons of the Harpy waited for the Unsullied.
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Is Game of Thrones shot in Dubrovnik?

Dubrovnik has been a prominent Game of Thrones filming location since Season 2 and the Croatian city is a must-visit for any Game of Thrones fan. After all, Dubrovnik is King's Landing, the capital of the Seven Kingdoms!
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Where is Winterfell castle filmed?

Castle Ward, Northern Ireland (Winterfell)

Winterfell has long been a key location in the world of Game of Thrones. Home to the Stark family and characters like Jon Snow and Hodor, we've spent a lot of time watching characters there grow, but also suffer.
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Where is King's Landing in real life?

Explore King's Landing (aka the Old City of Dubrovnik)

Dubrovnik plays the role of King's Landing in Game of Thrones. If you need a quick refresher, King's Landing is the capital and the largest city of the Seven Kingdoms. Head out on a day tour of the Old City of Dubrovnik to immerse yourself in the GoT world.
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Where is Dragons Den filmed?

Where is Dragons' Den filmed? The show's infamous Den has been based at several different locations over the years. Currently the show is filmed at the Old Granada Studios in Manchester – a stone's throw from the BBC's MediaCityUK headquarters in Salford – where it has been since 2018.
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Did they film Game of Thrones in Hvar?

Game of Thrones Croatia locations: From Dubrovnik to Hvar, these are the best GoT film settings on the Adriatic Sea.
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Is Dubrovnik a tourist trap?

While Dubrovnik has tourist traps just like any other tourist destination, it also has some unique challenges you need to know about. With these tips, you should be able to avoid most of the more common tourist trap issues travelers have complained about.
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When did Game of Thrones start filming in Croatia?

Production of this last season started back in October 2017 and will last until August 2018. Dubrovnik has been used as the location for King's Landing since Season 2 after Malta was originally used.
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Was Game of Thrones filmed in Malta?

The Maltese Islands of Malta and Gozo were a prominent Game of Thrones filming location in Season 1 and the stunning islands are must visit for any Game of Thrones fan. After all Malta was the original King's Landing, the capital of the Seven Kingdoms!
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What is Croatia known for?

What is Croatia famous for?
  • 13 things Croatia is famous for.
  • #1 Game of Thrones. #2 Gorgeous Waterfalls. #3 Red Tourism. #4 The Balkan Wars. #5 World Cup Football. #6 Beautiful Islands. #7 Ancient Roman Ruins. #8 Dalmations. #9 The Necktie. #10 Croatian Honey. #11 Fabulous Christmas Markets. #12 Pag Cheese. #13 Lavender fields.
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Is Croatia safe?

Croatia is very safe for travelers in terms of violent crime, which is quite rare in the country. However, the covid-19 pandemic continues to present safety concerns for travelers to Croatia and, as of May 2021, the US State Department still has the country under a Level 4 (“Do Not Travel”) advisory.
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Which episodes of Game of Thrones were filmed in Dubrovnik?

It was the set for any of the scenes where boats were departing from Kings Landing, such as in season 2, episode 6 when Myrcella leaves for Dorne, and then again in season 6 when Cersei is waiting for Myrcella to return. Fun fact: That beach is usually the departing spot for kayaking tours in Dubrovnik.
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Is the Red Keep a real castle?

Lovrijenac Fortress (The Red Keep)

The Red Keep – the heart of King's Landing – is, in the real world, Lovijenac Fortress, located outside Dubrovnik on a 37m high rock right on the shore.
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Where is Blackwater Bay in real life?

Blackwater Bay (The Golden Horn, Istanbul, Turkey)

A credible real-life stand-in for Blackwater Bay is the Golden Horn, the primary inlet of the Bosphorus in Istanbul, Turkey.
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Where was Casterly Rock filmed?

CASTLE OF TRUJILLO, SPAIN

The exterior shots of House Lannister's imposing home at Casterly Rock were mainly filmed at the Castle of Trujillo in Spain. Two-hour tours of the castle and the surrounding village that combineThan real-world history with Westerosi lore can be taken for as little as $15 per person.
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What castle is Dragonstone in real life?

The centerpiece, San Juan de Gaztelugatxe in Bermeo along the Bay of Biscay, boasts a snaking stone staircase that leads to the peak of the striking islet. This is what stands as the site for the main Dragonstone Castle.
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