Dubrovnik City Walls

Last updated: July 2026

If you do only one thing in Dubrovnik, make it the walk around the city walls. This unbroken ring of medieval stone wraps the entire Old Town, and it is both the single most spectacular attraction in the city and the beating heart of Dubrovnik's identity as King's Landing from Game of Thrones. This guide covers everything you need to plan the walk in 2026: current Dubrovnik city walls ticket prices, opening hours by season, how long the loop takes, where to start, and exactly which scenes from the show were filmed on and around the ramparts.

Quick planning note: Prices and hours on the walls of Dubrovnik change seasonally and from year to year — they have risen sharply over the last few seasons. Always confirm the current figures on the official site before you go. Every price below is verified for the 2026 season.

What are the Dubrovnik city walls?

The old town walls of Dubrovnik form a continuous defensive circuit roughly 1,940 metres (about 2 km) long, making them the most complete medieval fortification system in Europe. They have guarded the old Republic of Ragusa since the Middle Ages, and were inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1979. Walking them is a one-way, elevated loop that lifts you above the terracotta rooftops with the Adriatic on one side and the labyrinth of the Old Town on the other.

The circuit takes in several distinct fortifications: the towering Minčeta Tower at the highest inland point, the round Fort Bokar guarding the western approach, the sea-facing Fort St. John (Fort of St. Ivan) at the harbour, and the detached Fort Lovrijenac on its clifftop just outside the wall. Along the way there are roughly 1,190 steps, so this is a proper walk rather than a stroll — but it is worth every one of them.

Dubrovnik city walls ticket prices (2026)

Tickets are managed by the Society of Friends of Dubrovnik Antiquities, the non-profit that maintains the fortifications.

A few important points about the cost of Dubrovnik city walls entry:

• One ticket covers the walls and Fort Lovrijenac (the “Red Keep”), plus the Western Outer Wall. The same price applies whether you enter at Pile, Ploçe, or the Maritime Museum.
• The ticket is valid for 72 hours (3 days), but allows one entry per site and no re-entry once you exit the walls.
• The student rate (€15) is only available at the physical ticket booths — there is no student option in the online webshop.
• A ticket purchased at Fort Lovrijenac alone does not include the walls; you would pay the difference to add them.
• If you plan to visit even one museum or ride a public bus, the Dubrovnik Pass (from €40 for 1 day) typically saves money — it covers the walls, Fort Lovrijenac, six museums, two galleries, and city buses.

Opening hours by season

The Dubrovnik city walls hours shift throughout the year. The last-entry time listed is the closing time — the gates lock, so don't arrive at the final minute. Approximate 2026 hours:

• April–June: typically 8:00–18:30
• July: 8:00–19:30
• August: 8:00–19:00
• September: 8:00–18:30, easing to 8:00–18:00 later in the month
• October: 8:00–17:30, dropping to around 16:00 after the late-October clock change
• November–March (winter): 9:00–15:00

The walls are open every day except Christmas Day (25 December). They may also close briefly during exceptionally strong bura wind for safety.

How long does the walk take?

Plan for 1.5 to 2 hours for the full loop with photo stops. Fast walkers can do it in about 45 minutes; history and photography lovers can happily spend 3 hours. Because the route is one-way (counter-clockwise) and re-entry isn't allowed, pace yourself and carry water.

A few things to know before you climb:

• The walk is not wheelchair accessible — expect 1,190 steps and uneven surfaces.
• There is almost no shade except inside the towers, so summer midday is genuinely punishing. First thing at opening (8:00–9:00) or the last 90 minutes before closing are the coolest and quietest windows.
• Wear grippy shoes; the limestone is polished and slippery in wet weather.
• There are four or five cafés along the route where you can rest (at tourist prices).

Where to start: the three entrances

There are three entrance points to the Dubrovnik walls, and choosing the right one helps you avoid crowds:

1. Pile Gate — the main entrance, next to the Large Onofrio Fountain. Busiest, especially mid-morning when cruise groups arrive.
2. Ploçe Gate — the eastern entrance by the Dominican Monastery. A notably quieter start.
3. Maritime Museum / Fort St. John — the least crowded option, ideal on heavy cruise-ship days.

Because everyone walks the same direction, starting at Ploçe or the Maritime Museum lets you get ahead of the Pile Gate crush. Better still, arrive at opening or in the final 90 minutes before closing to dodge both the heat and the tour groups.

Guided vs. self-guided: which is right for you?

You can absolutely walk the walls self-guided — the route is a single loop and impossible to get lost on. But a Dubrovnik city walls walking tour with a licensed guide adds the historical and Game of Thrones context that turns a pretty walk into a story: which tower is which, where the Republic mounted its cannons, and where the cameras rolled.

If you're a fan of the show, consider pairing the walls with a dedicated Game of Thrones walking tour of the Old Town streets below. The two together cover every King's Landing location in the city in a single morning — the walls give you the aerial view, the GoT tour brings the street-level drama.

Game of Thrones filming spots on the Dubrovnik walls

Dubrovnik became King's Landing from Season 2 onward, and the walls themselves are all over the show. Here are the key spots to look for as you walk:

Minçeta Tower — the House of the Undying

The tallest point of the circuit, Minçeta Tower (25 m), stands in for the exterior of the House of the Undying in Qarth. In Season 2, Episode 10, a desperate Daenerys circles the base of the tower searching for the entrance to reclaim her stolen dragons. The distinctive crown-like battlements are unmistakable from the show.

Fort Bokar & the seaside ramparts — Blackwater Bay

The round Fort Bokar and the sea-facing walls double as the King's Landing ramparts overlooking Blackwater Bay. In Season 2, Episode 8, Tyrion and Varys walk these very walls discussing the city's defence against Stannis Baratheon's approaching fleet — the calm before the Battle of the Blackwater. You'll recognise the exact angle.

Fort Lovrijenac — the Red Keep

Technically just outside the wall (but included in your ticket), Fort Lovrijenac is the Red Keep. It hosted Joffrey's name-day tournament (Season 2, Episode 1) and the famous “Power is power” confrontation between Cersei and Littlefinger. Don't skip it — it's already paid for, and the views back toward the Old Town are extraordinary.

The walls from above — “The Bells”

Sweeping aerial shots of the intact fortifications appear in Season 8, Episode 5 (“The Bells”), when Daenerys and Drogon lay waste to King's Landing. Watching the episode after your walk, you'll recognise the exact rooftops you strolled above and the precise arc of the southern sea wall.

Practical tips for the walk

• Time it right: first thing at opening or late afternoon. Avoid 10:00–14:00 in July and August.
• Bring: water (refill in the Old Town before you enter), a hat, sunscreen, and grippy footwear. There is almost no shade.
• Direction: counter-clockwise only — there's no going back, so take your photos as you go.
• Use your Fort Lovrijenac inclusion: your walls ticket already covers the Red Keep — visit within 72 hours.
• Cruise passengers: enter at the Maritime Museum and complete the walls first thing, before your ship's crowds hit the Old Town.
• Budget travellers: if the walls are your only paid attraction, a single ticket is fine — but if you'll see even one museum or ride a bus, the Dubrovnik Pass saves money.

Is walking the Dubrovnik city walls worth it?

Without question. The walls of Dubrovnik offer the definitive view of the Old Town, a genuine sense of the medieval Republic that built them, and a Game of Thrones pilgrimage rolled into one unforgettable loop. Yes, the walk the walls Dubrovnik price has climbed in recent years, but nothing else in the city rivals the panorama from the top. Go early, take your time, and let King's Landing unfold beneath your feet.

Combine the walls with a Game of Thrones walking tour of the Old Town streets below, and pair that with a ferry to Lokrum Island to sit on the Iron Throne — and you'll have covered every major King's Landing filming location in a single, unforgettable day.

Prices and opening hours are verified for the 2026 season but change seasonally and annually. Always confirm current details on the official Dubrovnik city walls website before your visit.