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Join a local Split resident and genuine Game of Thrones fan for a walk through the city’s most iconic filming sites. We’ll explore the 1,700-year-old Diocletian’s Palace, focusing on the specific corners that doubled as the city of Meereen. I’ll show you the Palace Cellars where the dragons were kept and the narrow streets where the Sons of the Harpy staged their rebellions. As we walk, I’ll share local stories from the days of filming and explain how the Roman history fits into the world of Westeros. Whether you are a hardcore fan or just curious, you’ll see the city from a different perspective. It’s a great way to combine a bit of real history with the magic of the show. Come see why Split was the perfect home for the Mother of Dragons.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We'll meet at the model of the historical core of the city of Split. I'll be waiting for you holding a sign of the company name.
Itinerary
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1Diocletian Palace Substructures
Step into the ancient substructures of Diocletian's Palace and enter a world where history and fantasy collide. Built over 1,700 years ago for Emperor Diocletian, these massive underground halls once supported a Roman palace—but today, they’re better known as the filming location where Daenerys Targaryen kept her dragons in Game of Thrones. Walk through these dark, echoing chambers and relive iconic scenes while uncovering the real stories hidden beneath Split’s streets.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Vestibulum of Diocletian's Palace
Vestibule of Diocletian's Palace, once the grand gateway to Emperor Diocletian’s private quarters.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3The Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace
Gather in the heart of Diocletian's Palace at the magnificent Peristyle, once the ceremonial center of Emperor Diocletian’s palace. Surrounded by towering columns and ancient temples, this grand courtyard was designed to showcase imperial power.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Temple of Jupiter (Pass by)
Pause in front of the ancient Temple of Jupiter, one of the best-preserved Roman temples within Diocletian's Palace. Originally dedicated to the king of the Roman gods, its striking façade and the mysterious sphinx at the entrance reveal the power and symbolism of Roman religion. Later transformed into a Christian baptistery, it reflects Split’s layered history.
Admission ticket free -
4Papalićeva ulica
Walk along Papalićeva Street, one of the most atmospheric corners of Diocletian's Palace. Lined with medieval noble houses, including the residence of the Papalić family, this narrow passage reveals how the palace evolved into a living city. Its authentic stone walls also appeared in Game of Thrones, standing in for the streets of Meereen, where tension and rebellion unfolded.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Game of Thrones Split Fan Shop (Pass by)
Walk past the Game of Thrones Museum and Fan Shop and step into the world of Meereen—dragons, Unsullied, and iconic scenes come alive outside.
Admission ticket free -
5The Golden Gate
Stand before the imposing Golden Gate, the main northern entrance to Diocletian's Palace, once used by Emperor Diocletian himself. This monumental gateway was designed to impress and defend, marking the transition from the outside world into the heart of the palace.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Narodni Trg
Experience Pjaca, the lively People’s Square, which became the center of medieval Split life long after the Roman era. Surrounded by elegant palaces and cafés, it reflects the city’s Venetian past and vibrant spirit.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Fruit's Square (Trg Brace Radic)
Stroll through Voćni trg (Fruit Square), one of Split’s most charming squares, known for its Venetian architecture and the statue of Marko Marulić, the father of Croatian literature. Once a marketplace filled with fruit vendors, today it blends history with local life.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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