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    Discover the secrets of the Seven Kingdoms at the world’s only official Game of Thrones Studio Tour.

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    Discover the secrets of the Seven Kingdoms at the world’s only official Game of Thrones Studio Tour.

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    Built on the site of a 1900s linen mill, later home to the Linen Mill Studios (where Game of Thrones® was filmed), it is now the studio tour you see today.
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    Explore authentic sets, costumes, props and more from the show, including the original Iron Throne and the Great Hall of Winterfell.
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    Go behind the scenes to learn about the production, costume design, and special and visual effects that brought Game of Thrones® to life on screen.

    The Game of Thrones Studio Tour is a must for fans of the fantasy saga that became one of the biggest TV shows in history. At its peak, it was appointment viewing, with every dastardly twist and backstabbing moment poured over by fans online. Northern Ireland played its part as a key filming location, the real-world Westeros. And the magic that captivated viewers on screen is rekindled on this one-of-a-kind studio tour. Here, you can immerse yourself in Game of Thrones® lore like nowhere else. Go beyond the wall, storm Castle Black and King’s Landing – you’ve got a date with the Great Houses of Westeros.

    Costumed mannequins in a candlelit medieval banquet hall set from the Game of Thrones Studio Tour in Banbridge, County Down. Costumed mannequins in a candlelit medieval banquet hall set from the Game of Thrones Studio Tour in Banbridge, County Down.

    Game of Thrones Studio Tour, County Down

    Game of Thrones Studio Tour

    Discover the world of Westeros

    A general admission ticket includes a return shuttle bus transfer from the Boulevard in Banbridge, while add-ons range from a Seven Kingdoms Afternoon Tea to a Milk of the Dragon cocktail and the Dragon Ride green screen experience. The tour itself features six sets from the show. Confront the Night King in the North, gaze at the throne of Dragonstone, and step inside the Small Council Chamber in the Red Keep where the monarch of the realm held sway. Then go behind the scenes to uncover the minor details that made the series so special. From prosthetics and props to period costumes and weapons, Northern Ireland’s world-class credentials as a production powerhouse are on full display. It’s an exhilarating journey full of coronation gowns, interactive displays, dragon eggs and much more.

    People take photos at the Glass of Thrones stained-glass display near Titanic Belfast. People take photos at the Glass of Thrones stained-glass display near Titanic Belfast.

    Glass of Thrones, Belfast

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    Game of Thrones® territory

    Northern Ireland is known as “Game of Thrones Territory®” with filming locations dotted around the region. In County Down, Tollymore Forest Park doubled as the atmospheric Haunted Forest in the series. Meanwhile, the 18th-century splendour of Castle Ward wowed on screen as Winterfell. In Belfast, don’t miss the unique Glass of Thrones walking trail along the Maritime Mile, where huge Game of Thrones®-themed stained-glass windows depict key moments from the series. Slightly further afield in County Antrim, the postcard-perfect Dark Hedges, brooding Cushendun Caves and expansive Downhill Beach await. A blockbuster tale called for GIANT landscapes to match, and Northern Ireland answered the call in style.

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    Dramatic rocky cliffs and headlands on the Dingle Peninsula, featured in Star Wars: The Last Jedi filming. Dramatic rocky cliffs and headlands on the Dingle Peninsula, featured in Star Wars: The Last Jedi filming.
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    Wherever you look, there are half-built dragons and monsters, weapons, costumes and props that you'll have seen on screen and wondered how they were created. Winter is here. BBC

    Things to do near Game of Thrones Studio Tour

    Discover some of the great attractions that await close to the Game of Thrones Studio Tour, from the historic city of Armagh to the strikingly beautiful Hillsborough Castle, a grand Georgian estate.

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    Where is the Game of Thrones Studio Tour?

    The Game of Thrones Studio Tour is located at the Linen Mill Studios in Banbridge, County Down, Northern Ireland. The studios are just a 30-minute drive from Belfast, just over 30 minutes from the historic city of Armagh, and around 90 minutes from Dublin. There are coaches available from both Dublin and Belfast, which means it’s easy to access the studios if you don’t have a car.

    What’s included in the Game of Thrones Studio Tour?

    The Game of Thrones Studio Tour is a self-guided experience. What is included depends on which ticket you opt for, but a general admission ticket includes full access to the Studio Tour, as well as return shuttle transfers from The Boulevard in Banbridge, where free parking is available. For the full range of tickets and experiences, including Afternoon Tea, visit the Studio Tour website.

    How long is the Game of Thrones Studio Tour?

    It’s best to allow at least 2 to 3 hours to enjoy the Game of Thrones Studio Tour. However, as the site features places to eat and a gift shop, many visitors choose to stay longer. Also, plan for a longer time if you have booked a ticket that includes Afternoon Tea.

    How do I get to the Game of Thrones Studio Tour from Belfast?

    It’s easy to get to the Game of Thrones Studio Tour from Belfast. For a start, it’s only around a 30-minute drive, and there’s free parking available at The Boulevard, where you can catch a complimentary shuttle bus to the studios. You can also book a coach transfer from Belfast, with pick up and drop off at the Visit Belfast Centre. Coaches depart Belfast at 9:30, 11:00 and 14:00, and return at 13:15, 14:45 and 17:15. You can also travel by public transport from Belfast to Banbridge on the Goldliner 238 service from Belfast Grand Central to Banbridge. Journey time is around 45 minutes and timetables are available at Translink. From Banbridge Bus Station, it’s a 30-minute walk to the Game of Thrones Studio Tour, or you can take bus 330c to The Boulevard (7 minutes), where a shuttle to the Studio Tour awaits.

    How do I get to the Game of Thrones Studio Tour from Dublin?

    It's around a 90-minute drive from Dublin to the Game of Thrones Studio Tour, but you can also book a coach transfer as part of a ticket package through the Game of Thrones Studio Tour website. Coaches depart from the Molly Malone Statue in Dublin city centre at 9:45am and leave the Studio Tour at 2:45pm, returning to the Visit Belfast Welcome Centre. From there, you can either stay overnight in Belfast or continue your journey back to Dublin by train or bus.

    If you're travelling by public transport, take the Translink Goldliner X1 service from Busáras in Dublin to Banbridge. From Banbridge Bus Station, it's a 30-minute walk to the Game of Thrones Studio Tour, or you can take the 330C bus to The Boulevard, where a complimentary shuttle bus will take you to the Studio Tour.