If you’re a fan of the popular HBO series, you’ll be thrilled to hear that a new Game of Thrones Studio Tour is now open to visitors.
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The new interactive tour, located at the Linen Mill Studios in Banbridge, officially opened on Feb. 4, 2023.
It is expected to transport fans into the heart of Westeros, one of the fictional continents from the series.
The studio can be found approximately 25 miles (40 km) from Belfast.
The tour is the only permanent officially licensed Game of Thrones experience in the world, a huge boost for tourism in Northern Ireland.
The Linen Mill Studios were integral to the production of the series, much of which was shot in several areas across the province, notably Counties Antrim and Down.
Visitors are able to wander through set pieces that illustrated some of the most iconic scenes in the series.
Imagine yourself in King’s Landing, Winterfell, Dragonstone, The Wall, or in the kingdoms across the Narrow Sea, such as Mereen and Braavos.
The centerpiece of the tour is the great hall of Winterfell, which in the story of Game of Thrones is used for receiving guests and the place where the household comes together to dine.
It is also where the character Jon Snow was proclaimed “King of the North.”
The brand new 110,000-square-foot interactive experience allows fans to view some of the show's original sets, as well as costumes, props, and set pieces.
Some of those include Daenerys Targaryen’s imposing Dragonstone throne.
A number of one-of-a-kind informative displays can also be enjoyed by visitors on the tour.
They include displays highlighting the craftsmanship and artistry of the show’s creative teams.
Art department workshops and information about production design are also available.
Here are some of the other Game of Thrones experiences that you can enjoy in Northern Ireland.
They include the following, all of which leave from Belfast:
1. Game of Thrones Locations Tour including Westeros and Giant's Causeway
This exciting Game of Thrones-themed tour will take you to the locations where some of the show’s most pivotal scenes were shot, including the Cushendun Caves, where Davos Seaworth and Lady Melisandre landed ashore in Season 2.
It is also where Melisandre gave birth to the shadow baby. Walk across the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, visit the infamous Giant’s Causeway, and more.
Length of tour: 9 hours, 30 minutes
Cost: $31.18 per person
2. Game of Thrones Iron Islands & Giant’s Causeway
Put on an Iron Islands costume on this tour from Belfast that will take you to the Cushendun Caves, the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Ballintoy Harbor, also known as the Iron Islands where the characters Theon and Euron were born, the Giant’s Causeway, and the Dark Hedges (The King’s Road).
Length of tour: 9 hours (approx.)
Cost: $47.61 per person
3. Game of Thrones Tour From Belfast
Travel with some of the cast and crew from the award-winning series and visit the show’s stunning locations courtesy of City Tours Belfast.
Stops include Carrickfergus Castle built by the Normans in 1177, Carnlough Harbour, the Caves of Cushendun, The Dark Hedges and much more.
Length of tour: 8 hours (approx.)
Cost: $34.20 per person
4. Game of Thrones Winterfell Tour
Visit iconic locations from the show on this full-day tour.
Stop at Inch Abbey, a 12th-century monastic site where King Robb was crowned “King of the North.” Next, visit Tollymore Forest, where the dire wolf pups were discovered and where the White Walker ambush took place.
You’ll also visit Castle Ward, an 18th-century dwelling noted for its unique architecture. It was used most notably as the location for Winterfell. Lots to see and do on this immersive tour.
Length of tour: 9 hours (approx.)
Cost: $61.13 per person
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