The great round tower crowning the highest point of the City Walls — the iconic fortification on the skyline and (as the House of the Undying) a GoT landmark.
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The verdict
Who it's worth it for
Great for
If you've only got a day
Couples
Solo travellers
Photographers
Depends
Travellers on a budget
History & culture buffs
Adventurers
Not for
Families with kids
Worth it for if you've only got a day, couples and solo travellers; not for families with kids.
Why we say this
Insider secrets & local vibes
The literal high point of the walls walk, with the broadest sweep over the whole Old Town and out to sea.
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You reach it only via the full walls circuit, and the climb to the top is punishing in summer heat.
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Its worth is bound up with the steep City Walls ticket, since there's no separate access.
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What it feels like
Reading the room, traveller by traveller
As a couple
The best view on the entire loop and the photo everyone wants of the silhouette.
With friends
A rewarding high point if you're already committed to the full walls walk.
Solo
The connoisseur's payoff at the top of the ramparts, GoT House of the Undying included.
Good to know
Before you go
Cost
Included in City Walls ticket
Time
15 min (within walls walk)
Last verified
2026-06-17
Best time
Reach it early in an opening-time walls circuit to beat both heat and crowds.
Getting there
Accessible only as part of the City Walls walk, at its highest point.
Booking
Covered by the City Walls ticket; no separate entry.
Accessibility
Steep climb to the tower crown; not wheelchair accessible.