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Take a Game of Thrones Inspired Tour

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One of the most popular television shows of all time, Game of Thrones has captured the hearts and imaginations of many all across the world. For those of you who want to experience all of your favorite locations in person, here are some of the best Game of Thrones inspired tours to take.

Iceland: Game of Thrones Tour, Reykjavik – Gray Line
The brutal and mysterious landscape of Iceland has featured heavily in the television series, and this tour takes you to some of the show’s most popular Icelandic filming locations. The incredible landscape at the Pingvellir National Park will be one of the first sights that you see, including the Trail of the Wildings from North of the Wall and the stomping ground of the White Walkers. You will also be able to explore the Settlement Era Viking Lodge, which is where a number of intricate scenes were shot, and is also the site of one of the most disturbing massacres to be featured on the show.

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Malta: Game of Thrones Group Tour – Malta Film Tours
This Game of Thrones tour, offered by Malta Film Tours, is organized and led by two local actors who actually took part in the first season of the series, meaning that it does not really get much more authentic than this, as you will also be able to hear all about the experiences that come from working on the show. The first location that you will visit on the tour is The Gardens of King’s Landing, followed on by the Tower of the Hand. The Shadow Cliffs and the Red Waste come next, followed by King’s Gate, which was the main entrance to King’s Landing. Those who are fans of Ned in particular will especially appreciate the visit to the Main Square, as well as the Street of Steel and Tobho Mott’s Smithy, which was where Ned discovers Gendry. Many of these locations are only available to this particular tour, and the actors leading it have worked alongside the show’s biggest stars, making this the tour of choice in Malta.

Northern Ireland: Stones and Thrones Tour – City Tours Belfast
With Northern Ireland being the primary filming location for Game of Thrones, it comes as no surprise that there are a multitude of tours to choose from here. However, one of the finest has to be the Stones and Thrones Tour, offered up by City Tours Belfast. This is another tour in which you will be able to discover plenty of insider information, as the transportation company used is the same one that transports the cast and crew around the area.

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There are two tours to choose from, each lasting around one and a half hours. The first is the Westeros tour, which includes the Giant’s Causeway, as well as other locations such as Cairncastle from the beheading scene, Dunluce Castle, known as Castle Greyjoy on the show, and The Dark Hedges, or the King’s Road. The second is the Winterfell Tour which includes the exclusive opportunity to meet Direwolf Pups Thor and Odin from the show.

Each of these tours provides you with an exclusive insight into Game of Thrones, as well as plenty of photo opportunities. Even if you are not a huge fan of the show, the majority of the stops that each of these tours will make is at a naturally beautiful or historic site, meaning that they are still well worth seeing.

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Top Doctor Who Attractions in UK

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Dating all the way back to 1963, Doctor Who is a television favorite all over the world, as well as being a significant part of British pop culture. Produced by the BBC, the show was filmed in the UK, making this the country to visit if you are a Doctor Who fan. OROGOLD takes a look at some of the top Doctor Who attractions in the UK.

The Doctor Who Experience, Cardiff Bay
Since the majority of Doctor Who is filmed in and around Cardiff, it only makes sense for one of the top Doctor Who attractions to be located right next to the BBC’s Doctor Who studios. The experience is truly unique, and begins with The Interactive Experience, where visitors can enjoy an interactive adventure through space and time with the Doctor. The Exhibition Hall can then be toured, for visitors to take a look at the largest collection of Doctor Who props, costumes and sets in the world. The Doctor Who Experience also offers special tours at certain times of the year. These include The Official Doctor Who Filming Locations Tour, a walking tour around Cardiff Bay, and The TARDIS Tour, offering visitors the unforgettable opportunity to visit the genuine set of the TARDIS. OROGOLD reminds you that these tours are not offered throughout the year, so be sure to check in advance if you are interested in taking one.

Tardis Police Box, London
For those of you who are only quickly stopping off in the city, but still want to get your fix of Doctor Who, the Tardis Police Box, located just outside of Earls Court Underground Station, is where you should go. An exact replica of the current version that is used in the show, visitors can take photographs around it, and it is absolutely free to go and experience. However, since it is in such a public place, it is often a magnet for photographers and other fans of the show, so OROGOLD advises that you remain patient and wait for your turn.

Doctor Who Walking Tour of London, London
London has many different settings from the show, both new and old, from episodes such as The Invasion to more recent ones, such as Rose and The Bells of Saint John. The Doctor Who Walking Tour of London is one that OROGOLD would recommend if you are in the capital and want a short but fascinating experience. The tour, offered by Brit Movie Tours, lasts for two and a half hours, and will take you through 15 Doctor Who locations. From exploring the location where the two Dalek factions battle it out in Remembrance of the Daleks to exploring the Earth Prison’s stairwells and passageways from Frontier in Space, this tour enables fans to see these locations up close and take plenty of souvenir photographs. Throughout the tour, fans will also be able to learn more about how certain episodes were made, as well as enjoy trivia from the show.

While the Doctor Who Experience in Cardiff may be the best way to immerse yourself into the show, don’t worry if you can’t make it to Wales, as the London tour is just as interesting. If you are planning to visit one of the attractions during a busy time, OROGOLD highly recommends pre-booking your tickets online to avoid having to spend time in a queue on the day.