Where was 'Game of Thrones' filmed? Real-life locales for Winterfell Castle and King’s Landing

Television’s favorite medieval fantasy can sure look realistic. Perhaps that’s because it is! Daenerys and her dragons aside, many of the "Game of Thrones" locations are real places across Europe and Africa.

While much of the filming took place in Northern Ireland, both on location and in a Belfast studio, other important settings like King’s Landing and Iron Island can be found elsewhere in Europe. Ahead of the highly anticipated premiere of 'House of the Dragon', the HBO prequel arriving Aug. 21, we look at the real-life 'Game of Thrones' map.

Here's a breakdown of filming locations, some of which you can visit! Move over, Jon Snow – tourists might be headed your way.

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Where was 'Game of Thrones' filmed?

Europe and Africa. The following regions have been used as filming locations:

• Northern Ireland

• Iceland

• Croatia

• Scotland

• Spain

• Morocco

• Malta

(Despite some speculation, no "Game of Thrones" scenes were filmed in New Zealand.)

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Where was Winterfell Castle filmed?

Most of Winterfell Castle is in Northern Ireland, with the exception of one additional location at Doune Castle in Scotland.

Where was King’s Landing filmed?

In an interview for HBO, 'Game of Thrones' star Conleth Hill confirmed that the exteriors of King’s Landing were filmed in Croatia white the interiors were filmed in Northern Ireland. However, the King’s Landing gates are in Malta and the road from the landing, the Dark Hedges, are in Northern Ireland.

Where was Iron Island filmed?

According to BBC, Ballintoy Harbour along the Causeway Coast in Northern Ireland is one of the more recognizable locations from the Iron Islands scenes.

Where was North of the Wall filmed?

Iceland, naturally. These scenes were filmed by the Svínafellsjökull glacier, which forms part of the larger Vatnajökull glacier. Filming also took place near Lake Myvatn.

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Where was Castle Black filmed?

According to Entertainment Weekly, Castle Black scenes were filmed at Magheramorne Quarry in Northern Ireland. Fun fact: many of the show’s sets were built there as well.

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