Child Link main quest
Goron City Walkthrough
Go through Kakariko Village and Death Mountain Trail, then descend to the lowest level of Goron City. Play Zelda’s Lullaby at the sealed door, speak with Darunia, and play Saria’s Song. This unlocks the Goron’s Bracelet and the route to Dodongo’s Cavern.
Before you go to Goron City
Meet Princess Zelda at Hyrule Castle first. That story visit gives you Zelda’s Letter and Zelda’s Lullaby. You also need Saria’s Song before Darunia will help, so complete the Lost Woods route to Sacred Forest Meadow before climbing Death Mountain. The Hylian Shield is optional for this part of the journey, but it is useful protection in volcanic areas.
Spoiler-light answer: if Darunia will not progress the story, you are probably missing Saria’s Song. Return to the Lost Woods, reach Saria, learn the song, and come back.
How to reach Darunia and get the Goron’s Bracelet
- Open Death Mountain Trail. In Kakariko Village, show Zelda’s Letter to the guard at the northern gate. Continue up the mountain path.
- Enter Goron City. Follow the trail uphill. At the fork near the city approach, take the branch leading into the carved mountain entrance.
- Descend to the bottom level. Goron City is built around a large central chamber. Use the ramps and ledges to reach the lowest floor.
- Open Darunia’s door. Stand before the sealed door on the north side of the lowest level and play Zelda’s Lullaby.
- Play Saria’s Song. Speak with Darunia, then use the song learned in Sacred Forest Meadow. The scene rewards you with the Goron’s Bracelet.
- Open Dodongo’s Cavern. Leave through the upper entrance, turn toward the Bomb Flower near the fence, lift it with the bracelet, and use it to clear the blocked cavern entrance below.
What should you do after Goron City?
Enter Dodongo’s Cavern and continue the main quest. The dungeon provides Bombs and leads to the Spiritual Stone of Fire. After finishing it, the summit of Death Mountain becomes a valuable optional detour. A Great Fairy Fountain there provides an upgrade needed later in the story.
Common Goron City problems
Darunia stays angry
Zelda’s Lullaby only opens the door; it does not complete the conversation. Talk to Darunia and play Saria’s Song inside his chamber. If you do not know that melody, leave the mountain and follow the Lost Woods route to Sacred Forest Meadow. This is the most common reason the sequence appears stuck.
The Bomb Flower explodes too early
Use the Bomb Flower on the ledge outside Goron City, close to the fence overlooking Dodongo’s Cavern. Pick it up after lining Link up with the opening, then throw it over the short fence. If the blast misses, wait for the flower to regrow and adjust the throw.
You cannot find the bottom floor
Follow the circular ramps downward instead of jumping from the upper entrance. Darunia’s decorated stone door is on the lowest level. The carpet and Triforce symbol mark where Zelda’s Lullaby should be played.
Goron City FAQ
What song opens Darunia’s door?
Play Zelda’s Lullaby at the closed door on the lowest level.
What song should I play for Darunia?
Play Saria’s Song after speaking with him.
Why can’t I pick up Bomb Flowers?
You need the Goron’s Bracelet, obtained after the Darunia sequence.
Where do I go after getting the bracelet?
Use the Bomb Flower outside Goron City to open Dodongo’s Cavern.
What else should you know?
What song should you play for Darunia?
Play Saria’s Song after speaking with Darunia in his room.
What does the Goron’s Bracelet unlock?
It lets Child Link lift Bomb Flowers, including the one used to open Dodongo’s Cavern.
Sources and verification
- Nintendo Life Switch 2 walkthrough — checked November 8, 2026.
- RPG Site/Respec remake walkthrough — route cross-check.