Game of Thrones Museum, Split (must see)

Tucked away on Bosanska Street, just a stone’s throw from actual filming spots, Split’s Game of Thrones Museum feels less like a gallery and more like a secret passage into Westeros itself. After all, it was right here, in the ancient Podrum cellars beneath Diocletian’s Palace, that Daenerys kept her dragons chained, turning centuries-old Roman stone into a set worthy of fire and blood.

Created by local enthusiast Luka Galik, the museum prides itself on authenticity, and it shows. Inside, you’ll find meticulously crafted replica weapons, costumes, and props echoing those used on set, alongside striking photographs captured during production. Each display is carefully arranged to draw you deeper into the world of noble houses, shifting alliances, and legendary battles.

Wander through themed rooms that bring fan-favorite characters to life: Khaleesi’s quiet resolve, Tyrion’s clever mischief, Jon Snow’s steadfast honor, and Hodor’s enduring loyalty. Dim lighting and raw stone walls create a mood that’s half medieval fortress, half cinematic set, reminding you this was filmed among real history, not just in a studio.

What makes this museum different? Beyond what you see, there’s what you smell: subtle hints of cedarwood, jasmine, and lavender float through the air, blending memory, imagination, and atmosphere. It’s a small detail, yet it transforms your visit into something immersive, part exhibition and part sensory journey.

And if you’re wondering, yes, the Podrum wasn’t the only filming site. Several courtyards and corridors of Diocletian’s Palace also became streets of Meereen, where unsullied marched and conspiracies simmered.

Step back outside into the sunlit streets of Split—and you’ll carry a bit of Westeros with you.