Verdala Palace is a palace in Siġġiewi (Buskett Gardens), Western Region, Malta, and a filming location for Game of Thrones (2011). Built in 1586.
Location: Siġġiewi (Buskett Gardens), Western Region, Malta
Verified facts
- Appeared in Game of Thrones (tv, 2011) — as Exterior of Illyrio Mopatis's mansion in Pentos (season 1, episode 1 'Winter Is Coming')
confidence 70/100 · 2 recorded source groups · SRC-15196, SRC-15197 - Built in 1586
confidence 85/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-15198, SRC-15197, SRC-17128 - Historic designation: Antiquities List of 1925; Official summer residence of the President of Malta
confidence 85/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-15198, SRC-15197, SRC-17128
Evidence & sources
- SRC-15196 — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winter_Is_Coming (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-15197 — https://www.historyhit.com/locations/verdala-palace/ (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-15198 — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Verdala_Palace (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-17128 — https://www.guidememalta.com/en/verdala-palace-a-spotlight-on-malta-s-secluded-grandeur (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
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Frequently asked questions
How is Verdala Palace connected to Game of Thrones?
Verdala Palace, in Siġġiewi (Buskett Gardens), Western Region, has a documented connection to Game of Thrones. Read the sourced facts on this page for the type of connection.
Where is Verdala Palace located?
Verdala Palace is located in Siġġiewi (Buskett Gardens), Western Region.