Dubrovnik West Harbour and Pier, Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik’s West Harbour and Pier, known locally as Kolorina, is one of those places where history and scenery casually share the same stage. Tucked beneath the imposing Fort Lovrijenac and just a short stroll from Pile Gate, this small harbor once served as the main maritime entrance to the walled city. For centuries, fishermen and merchant boats slipped into these calm waters, tying up along sturdy stone quays before heading into Dubrovnik’s bustling streets. Even today, Kolorina remains a working mooring spot, though the atmosphere is far more relaxed—gentle waves, a few boats bobbing in the water, and visitors pausing to admire the view...

Then came television fame. When producers of the HBO hit Game of Thrones arrived in Dubrovnik, Kolorina stepped effortlessly into the role of Blackwater Bay, the harbor of King’s Landing. Suddenly, this quiet waterfront found itself hosting epic drama. Fans may recognize the location from the explosive Battle of Blackwater Bay in Season 2, when wildfire lit up the harbor and chaos ruled the screen.

But Kolorina also played host to quieter, more suspenseful moments—Sansa and Shae watching the ships, Littlefinger sharing one of his carefully measured conversations, and Myrcella Baratheon departing for Dorne. Even a deleted scene featuring Tywin Lannister and Pycelle was filmed here, proving the harbor was practically a regular cast member...

Of course, Kolorina doesn’t need television to impress. From the pier, the view is hard to beat: the fortress walls rising dramatically overhead, Dubrovnik’s western defenses stretching along the coast, and the Adriatic shimmering beyond. It’s a favorite gathering place for photographers chasing the perfect shot, kayakers paddling along the shoreline, and visitors who simply want to sit for a moment and watch the sea. Quiet, scenic, and layered with stories both real and fictional, Kolorina captures Dubrovnik’s long relationship with the Adriatic—and, apparently, its unexpected talent for playing a starring role on screen.