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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.
- Tick off all Split must-sees in 2-hour walk
- Explore the Diocletian's Palace - UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Learn what to eat, where to go for a swim and how to spend the perfect holiday in Split and Croatia
Dec 1st to Mar 15th every day at 12:15 pm
Apr 1st to Apr 15th every day at 10 am
TOURS IN SPANISH
Dec 1st to Mar 15th every day at 10 am
Mar 16th to May 15th every day at 10 am and 12:30 pm
May 16th to Sep 30th every day at 9 am and 11:30 am
NO TOURS Easter Day
- 2-hour guidance around the Old Town
- Guidance by a certified local guide with 500+ tours experience
- Entrance fees
- Gratuities (optional)
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Josip Juraj Strossmayer Park
Golden and Iron Gates
Peristyle Square
Saint Domnius Cathedral
Vestibule
Diocletian’s Cellars
People's Square
Gregory of Nin statue
The Riva Promenade
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The best introduction to Split and Croatia, guided exclusively by certified guides with 500+ tour experience. Some 1700 years ago Roman emperor Diocletian decided to retire and build a massive palace on the Adriatic coast. Today, the palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the center of Split.
On our tour, you will explore the palace and beyond, see all the main sights, discover hidden gems known only to locals, and hear stories of past and present. The tour starts at the fountain in Josip Juraj Strossmayer Park where you will be introduced to Croatia and Split.
The monumental Gregory of Nin statue tells the story of Croatia's turbulent history and struggle for our own language and culture. Don't forget to rub his big toe! At the Golden Gate, you will learn of Diocletian, a peasant boy who became emperor, and his life project - the palace in Split. Both a military garrison and residential emperor quarters - the palace is preserved in its original size. The gates had a system to entrap enemy soldiers so they became easy targets for the defenders. Entering the palace travel into the past, walk the main streets - Cardo and Decumanus and learn of Roman architecture. Visit the staggering Peristyle Square and imagine the emperor coming out to greet the people. Hear stories of Diocletian reforms, the division of the Roman Empire, and prosecutions of Christians. The St. Domnius Cathedral used to be Diocletian's mausoleum and today it is dedicated to one of his victims.
Next, you will visit the emperor's apartment starting with the impressive Vestibule. In the Dining Hall, you will learn about Roman cuisine and how different it is from today. Diocletian's Cellars are perfectly preserved and even hosted some dragons in the Game of Thrones series. The Temple of Jupiter and the Sphinx guarding it symbolize historical changes, both in religion and culture. The medieval center of town was the People's Square where you will learn about the medieval way of living and what pigs have to do with it.
Next, you will meet the father of Croatian literature, who was known as a vagabond. The Venetian Republic ruled over Split and built massive fortifications to keep invaders out but did you know they were more afraid of an attack from within the walls? On the Riva promenade, you will admire the view of the sea and islands while learning what the French, neckties, sulfur, and Dalmatian dogs have to do with Split. Our guides will make sure to give you recommendations on local food and products, the best restaurants and bars, most beautiful beaches and islands, helping you plan the perfect vacation in Split and Croatia. Fall in love with Split in one tour.
