Girona: Game of Thrones Small Group Tour

Girona gives Game of Thrones fans an unusually good chance to see the real streets behind Braavos and King’s Landing. On this two-hour walk, you’ll match season 6 scenes to medieval lanes and landmarks, then hear how the same places fit into Girona’s own story.

I like the side-by-side iPad comparisons, which make familiar scenes easier to place, and the way the route mixes filming details with local history instead of treating the city as a movie set. The group limit of 10 also gives you room to ask questions and take in the narrow streets without trailing a crowd.

One point to check before booking: the activity is described as two hours, while its route details give a 2.5-hour estimate. You’ll also walk up and down old stone streets and stairs, so this is not a good fit for wheelchair users or anyone who needs an entirely level route.

Key points

• Spot season 6 locations: Compare scenes from Braavos and King’s Landing with the streets, stairs and buildings used in Girona.
• See the Old Town on foot: The route takes in the Jewish Quarter, Girona Cathedral, the Arab Baths, Sant Pere de Galligants and Sant Feliu.
• Get more than filming trivia: Guides connect the show’s settings to Girona’s medieval architecture, local history and city life.
• Use the iPad comparisons: Your guide brings images and footage to help you recognize how a real place appeared on screen.
• Keep the group small: Tours are limited to 10 people and run in English or Spanish.
• Plan for the walk: Wear comfortable shoes, and confirm the expected duration and precise meeting point before you go.

Start on Sant Martí’s famous stairs

The route opens at the Church of Sant Martí s’Acosta stairs on Pujada de Sant Domènec, a striking spot in Girona’s old center. Here, the guide begins linking the city’s stone architecture with the world of the show, using an iPad to place scenes beside the actual setting.

That visual comparison is the tour’s main advantage. A stone stairway or narrow lane can look familiar in a screenshot but feel quite different in person. Seeing both together helps you notice the angle, the walls and the proportions that make a location recognizable.

The stairway is also a useful introduction to Girona’s steep, close-packed Old Town. The route is a walking tour, not a ride between filming sites, so expect to move through the city at street level. That means more texture and atmosphere, but also uneven paving and steps.

Wind through the Jewish Quarter

From Sant Martí, the walk heads into the Call Jueu, Girona’s historic Jewish Quarter. Its narrow, winding lanes include Claveria, Sant Llorenç and Cúndaro streets. These are some of the places where the city’s medieval character comes through most clearly, and where a guide can help you read the built environment rather than simply pass through it.

For Game of Thrones fans, the lanes connect Girona to Braavos. The iPad images help make the connection concrete, while the guide explains how a real street was used for a fictional scene. If you know the show well, you can focus on the details of the filming; if you only remember the broad story, the guide’s explanations should still make the setting easy to follow.

The history is a large part of the appeal. The tour is not limited to a list of camera locations: guides also discuss Girona’s past and the Jewish Quarter’s architecture. That balance suits mixed groups, including people who have not watched the series. One family on the tour included non-fans who still found the walk interesting, which is a useful sign if you’re travelling with people who have different levels of enthusiasm.

Pass the cathedral and German Headquarters

The route moves past Girona Cathedral toward Cartanyà Bisbe Street and the area near the Casserna dels Alemanys, or German Headquarters. The changing streetscape gives the guide more ways to show how Girona’s old buildings served the fictional settings.

The cathedral is one of the city’s major landmarks, and the walk returns to it to take in its baroque façade and broad staircase. This is a natural pause in the route: you can look at the building itself, then compare its setting with what appears in the series.

The show’s locations are not all obvious just by standing in front of them. That is why the visual aid matters. With the screen image in view, you can see how a camera angle and a carefully chosen section of street can turn a real city into somewhere else entirely.

Find the Arab Baths and Sant Pere de Galligants

From the cathedral, the tour heads along Ferran the Catholic Street to the Arab Baths. The route then continues to Plaça dels Jurats and the Romanesque monastery of Sant Pere de Galligants. These stops broaden the experience beyond the most familiar staircases and lanes, and they help show how varied Girona’s old center is within a compact walking area.

Sant Pere de Galligants is a particularly rewarding place to pause for its Romanesque architecture. You’ll see it as a real monument as well as a filming location. That double purpose is what makes the tour more useful than a quick hunt for scenes: you leave with a better sense of the city itself, not just a collection of television references.

The guide may also share filming details and local stories along the way. Miguel, for example, has been described as having participated in filming as an extra, an unusual perspective if he is your guide. Guide assignments vary, so don’t book on the assumption that you’ll meet a particular person. Guides named by visitors include Ona, Dylan, Carolina, Miguel, Anna, Mar, Quim and others.

Finish near Sant Feliu

The route ends around the Church of Sant Feliu and its grand staircase, another Girona setting used for the fictional cities of Braavos and King’s Landing. By this point, you’ll have seen several different kinds of locations: tight lanes, monumental stairs, religious buildings and open squares.

The finish also leaves you in a useful part of the Old Town for continuing your visit. Guides have shared suggestions for food and drink, and some have offered tips suited to specific needs, including gluten-free dining. Treat those as a helpful starting point, then check opening hours and menus yourself.

The stated meeting point is Plaça Sant Feliu, beside The River Caffe, while the route description also gives a different starting address. Since those details do not match exactly, confirm the precise rendezvous point with the operator before setting out.

What makes the guide and group size matter

This is a small-group tour, capped at 10 participants, with a live guide in English or Spanish. A limited group is especially useful in Girona’s narrow lanes, where a large crowd could make it harder to hear or stop to compare a scene with the real place.

The guide’s ability to connect the show with the city is central to the experience. The strongest tours bring together filming locations, medieval history, local legends and practical recommendations. Past guide names include Ona, Dylan, Carolina and Miguel, among others, but you should expect the guide assigned for your date rather than a particular name.

The show is the hook, but Girona is the lasting subject. I’d recommend this walk even to a casual fan if you want a guided introduction to the Old Town. If you have never watched Game of Thrones, the city history and architecture still give the tour a purpose, though some scene comparisons will naturally mean less to you.

Is $35 a fair price?

At $35 per person, the tour offers a relatively inexpensive way to pair a guided Old Town walk with a focused Game of Thrones route. The price includes a local guide, an iPad and photos. You’re paying not only to be shown the locations but to understand what happened there on screen and how those places fit into Girona.

Value depends on your interests. For a fan, the scene comparisons and filming details add context that is hard to get from a self-guided stroll. For someone mainly interested in Girona, the history-focused commentary and route through the Jewish Quarter, cathedral area and Romanesque sites make the cost easier to justify.

It is less compelling if you want a deep, specialized history lecture or a tour devoted only to the series. The experience balances both subjects, and that is its strength, but it means neither takes up every minute.

Timing, walking and booking details

The activity is advertised as lasting two hours, but the itinerary information also describes a 2.5-hour guided tour. Check the exact duration when choosing a departure, especially if you have a train or another timed activity afterward.

The route includes stairs, narrow lanes and old streets. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, and the tour is not suitable for wheelchair users. If you have limited mobility, consider the stairways and uneven surfaces before booking.

Tours are offered in English and Spanish. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and a reserve-now, pay-later option is available. Check availability for the start times offered on your date.

Should you book this Girona walk?

Book it if you’re a Game of Thrones fan who wants to see the season 6 locations without missing the city around them. The iPad comparisons make the filming connections clear, while the route gives you a useful introduction to Girona’s Old Town and Jewish Quarter.

It also suits mixed groups, since the local history gives non-fans something to enjoy. I’d skip it if stairs and uneven streets are a problem, or if your schedule cannot absorb a possible 2.5-hour walk. Before you reserve, confirm the duration and meeting point. If both work for you, $35 is a sound price for a compact, guided introduction to Girona with a fun screen connection.

FAQ

How long is the tour?

The activity is described as two hours, while the detailed itinerary gives a duration of 2.5 hours. Check the timing for your chosen departure before booking.

Where is the meeting point?

The stated meeting point is Plaça Sant Feliu, beside The River Caffe in Girona’s Old Quarter. The route details also show a separate starting address, so confirm the exact meeting place with the operator.

What languages are available?

The live tour guide is available in English or Spanish.

How large is the group?

The tour is limited to 10 participants.

What is included in the price?

The tour includes a local guide, an iPad for showing filming locations and photos.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

No. The tour is not suitable for wheelchair users. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

Can I cancel my booking?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. A reserve-now, pay-later option is also available.