Things to Do in Split
• Choose a self-guided visit with included entry, a train ride, and an electric boat crossing, or opt for a guided tour from Split with round-trip AC transfers.
• Take in stunning views from scenic lookout points and enjoy a peaceful boat ride across the park’s emerald-green waters.
• Upgrade to a full-day guided tour from Split with an English-speaking guide for a stress-free and personalized experience.
Step into a time machine with me and let's blast back to ancient Split for an epic historical adventure at Diocletian's Palace! Get ready to be wowed by one of the coolest monuments of Roman architecture on the planet.
Picture this: we're walking on a bronze walkway map, feeling like real-life explorers as we navigate through this massive palace. But hold onto your togas because the real fun begins when we dive into the palace's hidden substructures.
Next stop: Diocletian's swanky pad. We'll check out where the emperor himself kicked back and lived large. Then, we'll hit the streets – Cardio and Decumanos, the main arteries of ancient Roman cities. It's like stepping into a time warp!
But wait, there's more! We'll ogle at the grand cathedral, pay our respects at the temple of Jupiter, and snap pics galore at the monumental gates. And let's not forget about the quirky spots like the statue of Gregorio de Knin and the bustling Fruit Square – Split's got surprises around every corner!
So, grab your toga and join me on this rip-roaring adventure through history. Diocletian's Palace awaits, and trust me, you won't want to miss a minute of it!
What will we see?
- Substructures of the Palace
- Diocletian's room
- Routes of the Cardio and the Decumani
- Cathedral
- Temple of Jupiter
- Four monumental doors
- Gregory of Knin statue
- Pjaca square
- Fruit square
- The peristyle
📌 The number of participants on this tour is LIMITED, Book only if you are sure that you will attend to the tour.👍
📌 The tour is dedicated to knowing the history of the Split city and its hidden secrets in simple, enjoyable, and funny way, Not academic👨🏻🎓
📌 You will meet and can make friends from all over the world.
📌 There is no fixed price, When the tour ends you will be able to pay the guru whatever you consider fair.
This is an incredible hour and a half of history.
• Choose how you enter, by boat, bus, or walking trail, each offering a different perspective of the park.
• Spend time exploring lush landscapes, historic watermills, and crystal-clear pools across the park.
• Relax in Skradin, where you can unwind by the riverside or enjoy a swim stop (seasonal).
• Enter the park your way, upgrade to a direct bus entry from Lozovac, or walk in via marked trails for a more active experience.
Split has an incredibly rich history. Today we can see traces of Greek, Roman, Venetian, Ottoman, French, and Austrian culture.
Find many interesting details and secrets only true locals know.
Find out why Split is protected by UNESCO since 1979 and discover why do locals say that Split is the most beautiful city in the world. We will make fun and easy to remember notes from the early Split's days 1700 years ago and describe how do people live here today. Discover mysteries about the emperor and legends about his heritage. Contact us and let’s have a nice day together.
- Substructures of the Palace
- Diocleciano's room
- Routes of the Cardio and the Decumani
- Cathedral
- Temple of Jupiter
- Four monumental doors
- Gregory of Knin statue
- Pjaca square
- Fruit square
- The peristyle
📌 The number of participants on this tour is LIMITED, Book only if you are sure that you will attend to the tour.👍
📌 The tour is dedicated to knowing the history of the Split city and its hidden secrets in simple, enjoyable, and funny way, Not academic👨🏻🎓
📌 You will meet and can make friends from all over the world.
📌 There is no fixed price, When the tour ends you will be able to pay the guru whatever you consider fair.
This is an incredible hour of history.
• Explore iconic lakes and waterfalls with expert insights in your preferred language.
• Discover the natural wonders of Croatia’s oldest national park, including panoramic viewpoints, wooden walking trails, and breathtaking landscapes.
Hi, welcome to Split! 🙂
This tour is a walk through historical sites and different eras — from 1000 BC to Yugoslavia and modern-day Croatia. Discover how UNESCO heritage is preserved, explore the many layers of Split’s rich history, and experience local traditions and everyday life.
🚩 Small groups
🚩 Great introduction to Split/Croatia
🚩 Tips & recommendations after the tour
Tour covers the most important Split’s historical events and monuments:
• Peristyle courtyard
• Cellars of the Palace
• Cathedral of Saint Domnius
• Temple of Jupiter and Baptistery
• Golden Gate
• Mausoleum of Diocletian
• Iron Gate
• Benedictine Monastery of St. Arnir
• 15th-century Town Hall
• Baroque monuments of Fruit Square
• The tour includes a comfortable air-conditioned transfer, amidst the park's landscapes, where you will see the Jaruga hydroelectric power plant below the Skradinski Buk.
• This isn't just a walking tour but an experience where you get to hop on a half-hour boat ride to the nearby harbor of Skradin.
• Bring out your swimwear to dip into the crystal-clear waters, specifically the side where the seawater meets the river. It is quite a unique experience!
• Upgrade your tour with an option that includes an entrance fee to Krka National Park.
Hello! I am Ivan, a licensed tour guide and a history teacher, with a master's degree in history and art history.
My tour reveals parts of the historic city that you might otherwise miss if exploring in a tour vehicle. On this tour, you will visit the ancient, medieval, and modern amazing history of Split.
On the tour we will visit:
- Riva Harbor, Riva Promenade
- The Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace
- Vestibulum of Diocletian's Palace
- Cathedral of Saint Domnius
- Temple of Jupiter
- The Golden Gate
- Grgur Ninski Statue
- Pjaca, People’s Square
- Venetian fortress at Fruit Square
This tour is realized by a local historian tour guide.
Immerse yourself in Croatia's spectacular natural landscapes by visiting the stunning Krka Waterfalls National Park on this tour from Split.
• Get into the celebratory mood at the epic pre-party, and gulp down a welcome shot before you start partying with 200 other people.
• Enjoy a refreshing swim in the turquoise-blue waters of the Blue Lagoon, or relax on the open upper deck or closed lower deck of the boat.
• Keep your spirits high with affordable drinks on board, and have a raging time with VIP access to the after-party at one of Split's hottest clubs.
👑The original and best free tour in Split!👑
This tour operates with audio sets for each guest, which are MANDATORY. The price for an audio set is 2,00 EURO PER GUEST. Your guide will arrange everything at the meeting point. Please make sure you have change at the beginning of the tour. Our goal is to provide the best possible experience for each guest, especially in a crowded area like the Diocletian's Palace. That's why we opted to use the audio system on every tour.
All of our tours are guided exclusively by certified guides with 500+ tours of experience.
This free tour follows the footsteps of Diocletian, a local peasant boy who, against all odds, became the Roman emperor and fierce prosecutor of Christians. Diocletian's palace, today a UNESCO World Heritage Site, holds historical sights, secrets, and stories that come to life on this tour. The Golden Gate presents the entrapment system designed to defend the palace. The main street leads to the central square - Peristyle, where the emperor would greet his servants as a son of Jupiter.
Jupiter's Temple is nearby, but the emperor's mausoleum, today the cathedral, overshadows it in both size and design. Feel humble and small while entering the emperor's quarters through the impressive Vestibule. Imagine joining the emperor on a feast in his Dining Hall, laying down, and enjoying loads of exquisite food and wine.
Learn what the Romans ate and what we eat today. The cellars hold secrets from ancient through medieval all the way to modern times; hopefully, you don't stumble upon a dragon.
Medieval life was harsh, but Split grew both in size and culture - see the Town Hall and meet the author of the first book in the Croatian language. He loved books, but also women and drinks. Finishing on the Riva waterfront, you will feel that you know Split by heart, where to go, what to do, where to eat, and how to spend the perfect holiday in Croatia.
Free tours do not have a set price; instead, each person tips the guide at the end the amount they consider appropriate. Amounts usually range from €10 to €50, depending on satisfaction with the tour.
Since the tour operates in the city's historical center, please keep in mind that it's forbidden to walk in a bikini or shirtless.
During the tour, alcohol consumption is not permitted. Make sure that your behavior does not affect other guests on the tour.
This tour is not possible in a wheelchair since the route cannot be adjusted adequately.
• Small groups of 8 to 12 guests ensure a personalized experience with an expert English-speaking skipper and guide.
• Swim and snorkel in crystal-clear waters at Stiniva Bay and the Blue Lagoon for an unforgettable seaside experience.
• Cruise aboard a sun-covered speedboat and pause for lunch at Palmižana Bay (meal not included), with plenty of dining choices available.
• The Blue Cave’s incredible blue glow comes from sunlight filtering through underwater openings, creating a magical spectacle best seen in person.
Join your guide for a walk through the historic center of Split. Learn about the city's 2000-year history as you stroll through the Old Town.
Meereen, the place where Daenerys spent three seasons, where scenes of the fight between slaves and masters (the "kill the masters" scene) were filmed, battles of Grey Worm and the Unsullied against the Sons of the Harpy, the death of Ser Barristan Selmy who saved Grey Worm, the dragons that Daenerys chained and later fed to the evil masters.
Visit Diocletian's Palace and immerse yourself in its grandeur. Pass by the Golden Gate, the Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace, the Vestibulum of Diocletian's Palace, and the Temple of Jupiter. Explore the substructures of the palace.
Hear stories about the city's history and see where scenes from the popular TV series Game of Thrones were filmed. Visit the spot where Daenerys fought the Great Masters of Mereen.
Pass by the Game of Thrones Museum Split and the Game of Thrones Split Fan Shop. Learn about Emperor Diocletian, the greatest persecutor of Christians. Find out how much the Venetians paid for Split and why a headless Sphinx guards the entrance to Jupiter’s Temple.
• Your guide will reveal Split's secrets and ensure you see the city beyond the usual tourist trail.
• Wander the UNESCO-listed Diocletian's Palace complex, the heart of Split, and soak up its rich history.
• Mingle with locals on the Riva promenade, then soak up the lively atmosphere of People's Square, browsing for unique souvenirs.
• Fun fact: The Luxor Cafe, located within the Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace, boasts an Egyptian sphinx guarding its entrance.
Hi,
my name is Ana. I participated in the restoration of many Split landmarks including the statue of Grgur Ninski by Ivan Mestrovic, the Diocletian mausoleum, the portal of palace Augubio, etc.
Being a tour guide is a long-time wish for me. I will walk you through historical facts as well as stories and mysteries surrounding Split and Diocletian's palace.
We will begin our journey in park "Đardin", then we will make our way to the map on Split Riva. After that, we will make our way through the Diocletian's basements to Peristil. From there we will go to Diocletian's apartment, vestibular, cryptoporticus, etc. From there we will make our way to the golden (north) gate. There you will also see the famous statue of Grgur Ninski made by renowned and world-famous sculptor Ivan Meštrović.
From there we will go to Pjaca and Voćni Square where we will finish our tour.
Looking forward to meeting you! 🙂
• Begin at Jimmy Bar with drinking games, welcome shots, and a lively pre-party atmosphere to meet fellow travelers.
• Set sail on a night boat party with live DJ music, dancing under the stars, and city views of Split from the water.
• Keep the vibe going with free shots at every venue and mingle with an international crowd of party lovers.
• End the night with VIP access to one of Split’s hottest clubs by the sea and dance until sunrise.