Game of Thrones Studio Tour

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, located just a short distance from Belfast. 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.

Prepare to enter a world where you are fully immersed in all things Game of Thrones in a former linen mill that served as a key filming location for the series. In fact, a third of the series was filmed here and it’s the only Game of Thrones licenced and official Warner Bros Studio in the world.

Located around 30 minutes from Belfast and just 90 minutes from Dublin, the studio is accessible by private coach from Belfast city centre and also from Dublin, and you can book the transfer as part of your ticket. There are also a range of tickets and packages available to book online and advance booking is highly recommended. As well as general admission tickets, there are Exclusive House Passes, General Admission and Afternoon Tea tickets and tickets that include a visit to Long Meadow Cider in the heart of Armagh, Ireland’s “Orchard County”.

Whichever ticket you choose, as part of the self-guided tour you’ll get to 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. You’ll also have the chance 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.

Experience real-world Westeros in Northern Ireland

Belfast is only a 30-minute drive from the Game of Thrones Studio Tour and offers a great array of places to eat from fine dining at OX to casual eats at The Dirty Onion. To keep the Game of Thrones theme going, drop into The Dark Horse to see one of the Game of Thrones carved doors. 

As the Game of Thrones Studio Tour is only a short distance from Belfast, you’re within easy reach of all the city’s major sightseeing attractions. Immerse yourself in the captivating story of the „Ship of Dreams“ at Titanic Belfast, an exceptional museum in the heart of the city’s Titanic Quarter. Stroll through the beautiful 19th-century Botanic Gardens, and explore the compelling Crumlin Road Gaol, which is said to be one of the most haunted sites in Belfast.

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You are also close to the city of Armagh, Ireland’s ecclesiastical captial and proud possess of two cathedrals dedicated to St Patrick, Ireland’s patron saint. A compact city, Armagh is perfect for exploring on foot and boasts sight such as the Armagh Robinson Library and the Armagh Observatory and Planetarium. Head east from the Game of Thrones Studio Tour, and you’ll reach Strangford Lough, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This secluded paradise boasts wildlife, waters and wonderful landmarks and offers a complete escape into nature.

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.