I took the Game of Thrones Studio Tour and had a blast!

Game of Thrones remains the biggest TV show to ever grace our screens. It's brilliant storytelling, breathtaking visuals, and enormous environments set it leagues apart from other shows. In the years since the series ended, the studio in Banbridge, Northern Ireland has become a museum dedicated to the show, attracting hundreds of passionate fans every day. The Game of Thrones Studo Tour is the biggest single-level indoor visitor attraction in Northern Ireland.

Recently, I visited the Game of Thrones Studio Tour, which is about a 30 minute drive outside Belfast. I had a fantastic day, one that every Game of Thrones fan should strive to experience. They really put on a show for fans; this isn't a dull tour by any stretch.

The tour begins Beyond the Wall. You see the costumes of all your favorites, including the Night King and giant Wun Wun, who is as big as he appears in the show.

All the sets on display are completely genuine. Up close, you really get to see the intricacy of each costume and prop. Each set you walk past has an information point where you learn about each prop and when it was used. Some places even have televisions where Game of Thrones star Nathalie Emmanuel (Missandei) narrates your journey. Take a peek inside one of the prop rooms:

My favorite set was the Great Hall of Winterfell. I was particularly surprised by how small the hall really is — there's definitely some movie magic going on here to make it seem vast and cavernous. In fact, I sought conformation from a member of staff, who assured me that not only was it the real hall used in the show, but it was one of the only sets in the studio that remained completely unchanged from filming. Take a look!

Another clear highlight was the Map Courtyard in King's Landing, the one Cersei walked in the final couple of seasons of the show. It's as stunning as it is on television. It's a shame there's a barrier in the way though, I'd have loved to stand on the map myself. But these things have to be preserved, I guess.

And of course, at the climax of the tour is the Iron Throne Room in all its majesty. Unlike the Great Hall in Winterfell, this place really does have the grandeur we all expect it to have. That said, when you look up, the illusion is washed away.

Sadly, you don't get to sit on — or even touch — the real Iron Throne. All photo opportunities are taken on a fake, plastic Iron Throne.

The Game of Thrones Studio Tour is incredibly interactive!

Despite all of the props and costumes that can't be tampered with, the studio provides plenty of exciting activities. From teaching you how motion capture works to games where you can kill wights with a bow and arrow, there's plenty to do.

I loved all of the photo opportunities. There's green-screen photo stations all the way through the tour. Plus, you can also project your face onto the Hall of Faces, which was a fun little station.

The Game of Thrones Studio Tour is an incredible experience, made better by the friendly staff and fun atmosphere. Everyone went out of their way for conversation, offering their exceptional knowledge on the show's history. We spent about three hours there, and we would've been longer had we not been pressed for time.

The Game of Thrones Studio Tour has got the WiC stamp of approval!

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