Guide to the Game of Thrones Studio tour in Dublin

Located at Linen Mill Studios near Banbridge in Northern Ireland, around 90 minutes north of Dublin, the Game of Thrones studio tour is an absolute treat for fans of the all-conquering HBO TV show. Many pivotal scenes from the show were filmed here, and you can relive your favorite moments on sets including the Great Hall of Winterfell, the Red Keep, Castle Black and, yes, the iconic Iron Throne itself. Come face-to-knee with the terrifying giant Wun-Wun north of the wall, and meet his less-than-friendly pals the White Walkers and Night King; descend to the tombs of Winterfell for selfies with Jon Snow, Arya and Sansa; and take the knee before the awesome throne of Dragonstone in the ancestral home of the Targaryens.

The tour includes the chance to get up close to some of the costumes used in the series, among them the feathery Night’s Watch cloaks and various other tunics, dresses and suits of armor from across the Seven Kingdoms. Raven-eyed fans will also spot several memorable props from the series, including weapons, jewelry, scrolls, maps and – the crowning glories – Daenerys's dragon eggs and the awesome Iron Throne.

Iconic Game of Thrones sets. Follow in the footsteps of your favorite characters as you immerse in memorable sets from the series. Conspire with Little Finger at King’s Landing, plot the taking of the iron Throne over the map table at Dragonstone, storm the Great Hall at Winterfell and sneer “you know nothing, Jon Snow!” as loudly as you dare at Castle Black, home of the Night’s Watch.

Fabulous costumes. Ogle the Night King in his killer garb, and view Little Finger’s creepy cloak, Cersei’s coronation gown, Melisandre’s striking scarlet gown, and giant Wun Wun’s winter wear (for the, ahem, larger gent). You can also check out the cloaks that earned the Night’s Watch their ‘crows’ nickname, the many layers worn by the Wildlings, and the massive suit of armor that could only belong to Ser Gregor Clegane, aka the Mountain. 

Props, glorious props. Highlights of the collection include tombs from the Winterfell crypt, the colorful petrified dragons’ eggs gifted to Daenerys Targaryen, a huge dragon’s skull and, of course, the mighty Iron Throne itself. You can also check out signature weapons including Arya’s ‘Needle’ and the Valyrian steel dagger she used to destroy the Night King, as well as a huge dragon-slaying crossbow.

Interactive fun. Step in front of the interactive screens to join the Kingsguard, transform yourself into a Lord of Bones, or become Brienne of Tarth. Enter the Hall of Faces to see your own face projected onto the walls. And, surely best of all, grab the opportunity for a green-screen selfie on the Iron Throne!

The Game of Thrones studio tour is located at the Linen Mill Studios near Banbridge in Northern Ireland. It’s around 90 minutes north of Dublin and half an hour from Belfast so, unless you plan to arrive by dragon, you’re probably going to need your own set of wheels.

By bus: daily shuttles run between both Dublin and Belfast and the Game of Thrones Studio Tour. There are three services per day to/from Belfast, and one to/from Dublin. You'll have around three hours between arrival and departure, meaning plenty of time to fully immerse in Westeros culture and the reassurance that you can return safely back to base once your watch has ended.

By car: set your GPS for The Boulevard shopping outlet near Banbridge and leave your vehicle in the designated parking lot. Shuttle buses run from here to and from the Game of Thrones Studio Tour, with a journey time of 10-15 minutes.

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You can also, of course, book direct via the official Game of Thrones Studio Tour website, with tickets that rise in price from child through teen to adult, and include the return shuttle from The Boulevard parking lot. There are discounts for students and seniors and you can also save a little with a family ticket which admits two adults and two children). Special seasonal events and dinner packages can also be booked direct.

The Game of Thrones Studio Tour is open daily between 10AM and 6.30PM. Last entry is at 3PM.