Game of Thrones Studio Tour
Description
The Game of Thrones Studio Tour is an immersive film studio museum experience located at Linen Mill Studios in Banbridge, making it one of the best things to do with kids in Banbridge. Operating as an official authentic film studio attraction, it lets visitors step directly onto original sets and discover the secrets behind television screenwriting, prosthetic effects, and prop making.
Prices start from £4.80 for children (ages 5 to 15), with adult entry starting at £23.60 and toddlers under 5 admitted for free. Flexible family bundle tickets and student discounts make it accessible for families exploring Northern Ireland’s screen history.
If you are looking for the best place for a day out with family and kids, this interactive studio tour brings fantasy, engineering, and cinematic artistry to life. Children and teenagers can marvel at original costumes, walk through full-scale sets, test green screen interactive stations, and see iconic mythical weapons up close.
Features
- Paid
- Host birthday parties: No
Features
What are the key features for families?
- Interactive Exhibits: Touchscreen digital design bays, digital green-screen photo points, and interactive motion-capture stations keep older children engaged.
- Educational Day Out: Visitors learn about film production, set carpentry, costume weaving, digital visual effects, and prosthetics craftsmanship.
- Sensory Play and Nature: Atmospheric studio lighting, dramatic orchestral soundscapes, physical set textures, and scale models stimulate curiosity.
- Outdoor & Indoor Exploration: Expansive climate-controlled studio soundstages filled with authentic sets, complemented by outdoor dining spaces.
What are the main highlights kids will love?
- Great Hall of Winterfell: Walking across the actual stone-flagged floor of Winterfell's Great Hall where iconic northern scenes were filmed.
- Dragonstone & Iron Throne: Seeing dragon skulls, intricate stone architecture, and posing near throne room set pieces.
- Prosthetics & Creature Workshop: Examining life-sized White Walkers, giant prosthetics, mythic beasts, and special effects makeup molds.
- Interactive Costume & Armoury Display: Inspecting hand-forged swords, shields, and ornate medieval-style clothing created by master craftspeople.
- Visual Effects (VFX) Experience: Discovering how green screen technology and CGI bring giant dragons and massive battles to life on screen.
Specific Named Objects and Sub-Exhibits Within the Collection
- The Great Hall of Winterfell Original Set
- The Iron Throne Set Piece
- Longclaw (Jon Snow’s Valyrian Steel Sword)
- King’s Landing Map Room Courtyard
- Dragonstone Chamber Table and Thrones
- White Walker Animatronic & Prosthetic Figures
- Hall of Faces Sculpted Set Wall
- Castle Black Mess Hall & Courtyard
- Night's Watch Armoury Weapon Rack
- Daenerys Targaryen Dragonstone Arrival Gown
Facilities
- Food Options: The Studio Tour Cafe and The Studio Restaurant serve warm meals, sandwiches, hot drinks, children’s lunch boxes, and desserts.
- Toilets: Modern public restrooms, accessible facilities, and baby-changing rooms are positioned throughout the main concourse and studio halls.
- Buggy Parking: Wide, flat concrete floors allow smooth navigation for pushchairs and wheelchairs, with cloakroom storage available.
What to see
What Visitors Love
- Incredible detail on original sets and props that impress both super-fans and general film enthusiasts.
- Friendly and knowledgeable studio guides who share fun behind-the-scenes facts and filming secrets.
- Clean, well-organized layout with seamless shuttle bus transfers from the parking area.
- Excellent interactive digital elements that keep kids entertained throughout the walkthrough.
What Visitors Don't Like
- Ticket prices can feel high for larger families visiting on standard weekend slots.
- On-site gift shop items and official green screen souvenir photos carry premium price tags.
- Direct personal vehicles are not permitted to park directly outside the studio doors, requiring the shuttle bus transfer.
Top Tips for Your Visit
- Book the Shuttle Bus: Parking is located at The Boulevard Drive-In Car Park, where a quick, complimentary shuttle takes you right to the studio entrance.
- Allow Enough Time: Allocate at least 2.5 hours to fully explore the interactive displays and detailed prop exhibits without rushing.
- Age Suitability Note: While suitable for older kids and teens, some younger children under 7 may find certain creature prosthetics slightly scary.
Price
Price: Paid
Price Details
General Admission
- Adult: from £23.60
- Student: from £19.20
- Senior: from £19.20
- Youth: from £11.20
- Child: from £4.80
- Infant: from £0
- Family (2 Adults and 2 Child/Youth): from £56.80
Admission Ticket and Souvenir Guide Book
- Adult: from £29.50
- Student: from £24
- Senior: from £24
- Youth: from £14
- Child: from £6
- Infant: from £0
- Family (2 Adults and 2 Child/Youth): from £71
House Passes
- STARK PASS: All for £56.50 (RRP £69.50)
- HAND OF THE KING/QUEEN PASS: All for £80 (RRP £171)
- TARGARYEN PASS: All for £55 (RRP £65)
- TYRELL PASS: All for £62 (RRP £72.50)
- LANNISTER PASS: All for £62 (RRP £74)
Pricing URL: https://gameofthronesstudiotour.com/tickets-packages/
Birthday Parties
Offer Birthday Parties: No
Monday to Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM (First tour entry at 10:00 AM, last entry at 3:30 PM) (Opening days and times vary seasonally; advance online booking is required)
Address: The Boulevard, Cascum Rd, Banbridge BT32 4LF, United Kingdom
Post Code: BT32 4LF
Council: Armagh City, Banbrid
County: County Down
- By Car: Drive via the A1 dual carriageway toward Banbridge. Follow signs for The Boulevard Outlet Shopping Centre to access the dedicated Studio Tour Park and Ride car park.
- Car Parking: Free dedicated car parking is provided at The Boulevard shuttle hub. A short 10-minute dedicated shuttle bus brings visitors directly to Linen Mill Studios.
- By Bus / Coach: Direct express coach services operate from Belfast City Centre (Europa Buscentre) and Dublin City Centre straight to the studio.
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