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7 hours
Availability : May 1' - Oct 20'
Split
Šibenik
Min Age : 12
Max People : 8

The Free cities of Braavos and Šibenik

HALF-DAY šIBENIK TOUR

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The Game of Thrones Tour in Šibenik, Croatia includes:

  • 2 tours in 1 – Learn about both Game of Thrones and the history of Šibenik!
  • Licensed local expert guide
  • Private and semi-private tour experience (1 to max 8 people per tour)
  • Tours starting from Split, if not accomodated in Split then meeting in Šibenik
  • Private tours available (Contact us to arrange)
  • Visit to Kaštel Gomilica castle
  • Visit to St. John’s fortress (admission to the fortress included)
  • Boat ride to the St. Nicholas fortress (ticket and admission included in the price)
  • Walking tour of Šibenik old town
  • Round trip air conditioned transfers
  • Endless photo opportunities
  • For ages 12+ only (Private tour required for young children)
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Tour Length: 7 hours
Price: 110euros per person

Departure & Return Location

If you are accommodated in the city center of Split, meeting point is at Grgur Ninski statue at this location:

https://goo.gl/maps/LYgQoW79Vxv9nbay6

If you are accommodated in Split, Šibenik or in between the cities, pick-up and drop-off is at the address given during the booking process. 

Tour Time

7 hours

Start Time

9am

Tour locations

  • Kaštel Gomilica castle
  • St. John's Fortress
  • St. Nicholas fortress
  • Šibenik city center

Price Includes

  • Expert English speaking tour guide
  • Air-conditioned transfer to all locations
  • Admission to St. John's fortress and St. Nicholas fortress with a boat ride
  • All transportation in destination locations

Price Excludes

  • Tips
  • Any Private Expenses
Half day in Braavos

The tour visits a small castle close to Split and 3 different filming locations in and around Šibenik, Croatia.

On the way from Split to Šibenik, you will make a stop at a small medieval fortress in Kaštel Gomilica on the sea close to Split. Posing as a part of Braavos, that is where Arya walked around posing as a girl selling oysters.

Upon reaching the city Šibenik, firstly you will visit St. John’s fortress just above the city. With the view of the city of Šibenik you will see how the city and its surroundings were turned into the Free city of Braavos. Also you will see the fighting pit of Meereen where Jorah Mormont fought and brought Daenerys a gift – Tyrion.

Next, you’ll take an air conditioned transfer to Šibenik city center and take a relaxed boat ride to the St. Nicholas fortress out on the seas of Šibenik. It will give you the opportunity to see the city from the seaside, see the dark tunnels of the House of the Undying and hear about the history of the fortress.

Finally, your guide will take you on a walking tour of the center, during which he’ll tell you about the Game of Thrones scenes that were filmed here as well as some of the local Croatian history. You will see our UNESCO protected St. Jacob’s cathedral through the Game of Thrones lenses posing as The Iron Bank, as well as the streets where Arya wandered practicing for the Faceless killer.

After that follows a nice approximately hour and a half drive back to Split.

The tour is approximately 6 hours long. Your guide will pick you up and drop off you off at your accommodation after the tour, or in the city center.

  • We offer start time of 9am. 
  • The schedule of the visited sites in the tour may vary throughout the year depending on the start times of the boat in Šibenik.
  • Booking at least 3 weeks in advance is recommended to guarantee a spot on your chosen day.
Meeting Point

Upon booking, all guests will receive a confirmation email that will include the meeting point location or the inquiry of the address of your accomodation.

Last Minute Bookings, Groups and Questions

For additional information about the Game of Thrones Tour, please take a look at our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have a question or special request not answered by the FAQ, feel free to contact us directly.

Because of limited space on the boat ride, all bookings must be made at least 24 hours in advance. However, we will always do everything we can to accommodate last minute bookings. Contact us to inquire about same day bookings.

Other Tour Information

We recommend bringing:

  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Water, Snacks
Cancellation Policy

For guests that do not show for the tour or guests that cancel less than 24 hours before the tour, we will cancel the booking and charge a 40euro cancellation fee per person to the billing credit card.

If you would prefer to book a private tour, please contact us.

We offer group tours for parties of more than 8. To book a group tour, please contact us.

Valar Dohaeris

1st filming locationKaštel Gomilica castle

On your way from Split to Šibenik, after some 20mins your first stop will be at the small medieval castle in Kaštel Gomilica. In medieval times it served as a defence fort and today it still has people living in it. You will see how it was turned into a port of Braavos where Arya posed a girl selling oysters with a mission given to her by the Faceless Man.

2nd filming locationSt. John's Fortress

Enjoy the spectacular view from St. John’s fortress, overlooking the bay of Šibenik as well as the whole aquatorium. The fortress has its own interesting story which you will hear during a visit to it.

You will see how its yard was turned into a fighting pit of Meereen, a city filmed in Split but also this small part in Šibenik. That is where Jorah fights his way out of slavery, asking for Daenerys’s forgiveness with presenting her a gift – Tyrion!

3rd filming locationBoat ride and a visit to St. Nicholas fortress

Croatia is a country with a lot of political changes through times and wars on its terrritory, therefore there is a lot of military heritage from various periods.

This unique triangle Venetian defence fortress still guards the entrance to Šibenik from the seaside. Approximately 20 mins boat ride will take you down the canal of Šibenik to the fortress and upon entering, give you an educative walk through its tunnels, rooms and terraces.

Recognizeable from the show, you will see for yourself that Arya has walked its dark tunnels in the search of the Room of the God with Many Faces.

4th filming locationŠibenik city center

Šibenik boasts with its well preserved medieval city center. You will get the atmosphere of its past times by walking around with our guide who will introduce you to the most interesting facts of the history.

In the core of Šibenik, on it’s heritage pearl – UNESCO protected St. Jacob’s cathedral, you will recognize the Iron Bank of Braavos. But also wander the streets just like Arya, while living and practicing for the Faceless Killer.

Šibenik may not be as popular as Dubrovnik or Split but also has a lot to show!

After walking the city center follows a nice drive back to your accomodation.

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FAQ

What is the cost of the tour?

The cost for a semi-private tour is €110 per person. A €20 deposit is due at the time of booking. The remaining €90 per person is due at the beginning of the tour.

Please note that if you are already accommodated in Šibenik, the price of the tour lowers by 10 euros per person (then it is 100euros per person).

We offer group discounts starting with parties of 15 or more. Please contact us to arrange a group tour.

Which currency is most widely accepted on this tour?

  • Euros (€)
  • Dollars (US$)

What is included in the Šibenik half-day tour?

  • Local expert guide
  • Private and semi-private tour experience (1- max 8 people per tour)
  • Visit to Kaštel Gomilica castle
  • Visit to St. John’s fortress (admission included)
  • Walking tour of Šibenik city center
  • Boat ride and visit to St. Nicholas fortress (ticket and admission included)
  • Round trip air-conditioned transfers
  • Endless photo opportunities

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What is the start time of the tour?

The start time of the tour is 9am.

There is no possibilty of the afternoon tour since the boat to St. Nicholas fortress does not run in the afternoon.

Where is the the meeting point?

Upon booking, you’ll receive an automated email confirmation that includes directions to the meeting point in Šibenik (in front of St. Jacob’s cathedral) or a request for the address of your accomodation.

If you are at the meeting point and cannot locate your guide, please call +385 91 545 3696.

If you have booked and did not receive the email confirmation with the meeting point, please check your SPAM folder. If you still cannot locate the email, please contact us.

Is it possible to book a private tour?

Absolutely! The cost of a private tour is additional 50 euros to a full price of the tour.

Please contact us by Live Chat, email, or using our contact form to book a private tour.

Is the tour handicap accessible?

Unfortunately, no. The walking tour of the fortresses as well as the boat ride is not handicap adjusted. Considering their age and construction, they have not been made handicap accessible as of yet.

Is it required to book the tour in advance, or can I just show up the day of?

Our tour includes a boat ride to St. Nicholas fortress and the seats on the boat are limited. As such, all bookings must be made at least 24 hours in advance. For last minute bookings, please contact us directly.

What happens after I book the tour?

Upon booking, you will immediately receive a booking confirmation for the tour you placed deposit for. This booking confirmation will include your selected tour, selected tour date and time, selected number of guests, confirmed meeting point and contact number.

It will also include our direct contact information and cancellation/no-show policy.

3 days prior to the tour you will receive a request for confimation and the repeated confirmation mail with details.

If you have not received your automated email confirmation, please check your SPAM folder. If you still cannot locate this email, contact us directly to request new confirmations.

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts for approximately 6 hours.

Will there be walking on the tour?

Yes, there will be a medium amount of walking during the visits to the fortresses and the city center of Šibenik.

How many people are on each tour?

All of our tours are semi-private, with 2-8 people maximum per time slot.

However, we can arrange group tours for parties of more than 8. Group discounts start with parties of 15 or more. Please contact us to arrange a group tour.

Which filming locations will I visit on the tour?

On this tour you will be in Braavos and visit a fighting pit of Meereen!

  • Kaštel Gomilica castle (port of Braavos)
  • St. John’s fortress (Meereen fighting pit)
  • St. Nicholas fortress (the inside of the House of the Undying)
  • Šibenik city center (the Iron Bank and the streets of Braavos)

What is your cancellation policy?

For cancellations received at least 72 hours prior to the tour, we will provide a 100% refund of the deposit. Within 72 hours of the tour, the deposit is non-refundable. Regardless of time frame, we request that you let us know by email, contact form or by phone at +385 91 545 3696 if you do not plan to attend so that we may cancel your meal preparation.

For guests that do not show up for the tour without notice or that cancel less than 24 hours before the tour, we will charge the billing credit card a 40EUR no show fee per person.

What should I bring with me on the tour?

Sunscreen, comfortable walking shoes, a hat and water is highly recommendable.

Can children join the tour?

Yes, of course. Considering the medium amount of walking on this tour and some steps on the fortresses we recommend that you do not bring a child that requires a stroller.

For tours with young children under the age of 7, a private tour is required. Please contact us directly for availability.

Are food and drinks provided during the tour?

There is no food and drinks provided during the hald-day Šibenik. We higly reccomend taking a bottle of water with you, optionally some snacks.

Will a tour be canceled due to rain?

Since the tour includes a boat ride, in the case of a strong wind of if there is heavy rain, we’ll reschedule your tour to the next possible time slot.

If the weather is still too heavy, we’ll refund your deposit.