Guide in Split
City/town information
The story of Split is already 17 centuries old, dating to the time the Roman Emperor Diocletian decided to build his Palace right on the peninsula near the great Roman city Salona, where he wanted to spend the last years of his life. During these 1700 years the Palace slowly turned into a city, which to this day lures with its rich tradition, glorious history and beauty of its natural and cultural heritage. Diocletian Palace and the entire historical core of Split have been on the World Heritage UNESCO list ever since 1979, and not only for the extraordinary preservation of the Palace, but also because the Palace and its city (or the city and its Palace, if you like) continue to live a full life. All historical layers from the old Rome, middle ages till today are still visible and alive in this structure. Split is much more than glorious architectural scenery. Split is also a venue for excellent gourmet and wine experiences, numerous cultural happenings like film and theatre festivals, exhibitions, excellent museums and concerts, a city which offers eclectic modes of entertainment starting with numerous clubs and bars, through street festivals to events such as Ultra Europe Festival visited each year by up to 100 thousand young people from around one hundred countries of the world. When you tire of the city bustle, there’s Marjan, hill symbol over the city, with its forest, jogging trails, mountain climbing and biking, recreational terrains, but also the ancient churches where the late citizens of Split sought spiritual peace. Also very unusual to find in a city the size of Split are the numerous beaches with extraordinarily clean sea, from the well known Bačvice to the stone secluded oases’ all around Marjan.
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Split
The story of Split is already 17 centuries old, dating to the time the Roman Emperor Diocletian decided to build his Palace right on the peninsula near the great Roman city Salona, where he wanted to spend the last years of his life. During these 1700 years the Palace slowly turned into a city, which to this day lures with its rich tradition, glorious history and beauty of its natural and cultural heritage. Diocletian Palace and the entire historical core of Split have been on the World Heritage UNESCO list ever since 1979, and not only for the extraordinary preservation of the Palace, but also because the Palace and its city (or the city and its Palace, if you like) continue to live a full life. All historical layers from the old Rome, middle ages till today are still visible and alive in this structure. Split is much more than glorious architectural scenery. Split is also a venue for excellent gourmet and wine experiences, numerous cultural happenings like film and theatre festivals, exhibitions, excellent museums and concerts, a city which offers eclectic modes of entertainment starting with numerous clubs and bars, through street festivals to events such as Ultra Europe Festival visited each year by up to 100 thousand young people from around one hundred countries of the world. When you tire of the city bustle, there’s Marjan, hill symbol over the city, with its forest, jogging trails, mountain climbing and biking, recreational terrains, but also the ancient churches where the late citizens of Split sought spiritual peace. Also very unusual to find in a city the size of Split are the numerous beaches with extraordinarily clean sea, from the well known Bačvice to the stone secluded oases’ all around Marjan.
Sightseeing
Diocletian Palace is one of the best preserved monuments of the Roman architecture in the world. The Emperor's Palace was built as a combination of a luxury villa - summer house and a Roman military camp (castrum), divided into four parts with two main streets. Southern part of the Palace was, in this scheme, intended for the Emperor's apartment and appropriate governmental and religious ceremonies, while the north part was for the Imperial guard - the military, servants, storage etc. Over the centuries the Palace inhabitants, and later also the citizens of Split adapted parts of the palace for their own requirements, thus the inside buildings as well as the exterior walls with the towers significantly changed the original appearance, but the outlines of the Imperial Palace are still very visible.
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Diocletian Palace walking tour
1 Dioklecijanova ul.Diocletian Palace is one of the best preserved monuments of the Roman architecture in the world. The Emperor's Palace was built as a combination of a luxury villa - summer house and a Roman military camp (castrum), divided into four parts with two main streets. Southern part of the Palace was, in this scheme, intended for the Emperor's apartment and appropriate governmental and religious ceremonies, while the north part was for the Imperial guard - the military, servants, storage etc. Over the centuries the Palace inhabitants, and later also the citizens of Split adapted parts of the palace for their own requirements, thus the inside buildings as well as the exterior walls with the towers significantly changed the original appearance, but the outlines of the Imperial Palace are still very visible.
Emperor Diocletian walked through them as he entered the Palace on the 1st of June 305. These doors, starting from Peristyle, and then through Cardo street, led directly towards Salona as the capital city of the Roman Province Dalmatia, and could only be used by the emperor and the members of his family. Today they are, together with the nearby monument to the Bishop Gregius of Nin (Grgur Ninski), the work of a great Croatian sculptor Ivan Meštrović, one of the favourite Split tourist spots.
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Golden Gate
7 Dioklecijanova ul.Emperor Diocletian walked through them as he entered the Palace on the 1st of June 305. These doors, starting from Peristyle, and then through Cardo street, led directly towards Salona as the capital city of the Roman Province Dalmatia, and could only be used by the emperor and the members of his family. Today they are, together with the nearby monument to the Bishop Gregius of Nin (Grgur Ninski), the work of a great Croatian sculptor Ivan Meštrović, one of the favourite Split tourist spots.
These gates were used to enter the palace from the east towards the west, through the main street, decumanus, all the way to the Iron Gate and to Pjaca, the central city square. Entering through those gates the passersby, even today, have the opportunity to walk the original ancient pavement on decumanus, walked also, so many years ago, by the Diocletians subjects.
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Silver Gate
HrvojevaThese gates were used to enter the palace from the east towards the west, through the main street, decumanus, all the way to the Iron Gate and to Pjaca, the central city square. Entering through those gates the passersby, even today, have the opportunity to walk the original ancient pavement on decumanus, walked also, so many years ago, by the Diocletians subjects.
They are one of the four through which life flowed during all 17 centuries of the history of Split. From the very first day that they were opened, they continued to witness all the changes the city went through from the Roman times.
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Željezna Vrata
Ulica Ispod ureThey are one of the four through which life flowed during all 17 centuries of the history of Split. From the very first day that they were opened, they continued to witness all the changes the city went through from the Roman times.
Peristyle, as the central square of the Palace, it became the ideal theatre scenery, perfect for opera classics and works of ancient literature, but also the stage where abundant urban life continues. Having your coffee on the steps circling Peristyle is a unique experience, one of the closest touches of a modern man with the ancient heritage, not only Roman, but also Egyptian, as the Peristyle is closely watched over by a 3500 old and perfectly preserved sphinx, the witness of Split's history in making. This is why John Paul the II in amazement said " Dear God, how many feet have stepped through here", and this is why citizens of Split think of Peristyle as the centre of Split and the entire world.
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Peristil
Peristyle, as the central square of the Palace, it became the ideal theatre scenery, perfect for opera classics and works of ancient literature, but also the stage where abundant urban life continues. Having your coffee on the steps circling Peristyle is a unique experience, one of the closest touches of a modern man with the ancient heritage, not only Roman, but also Egyptian, as the Peristyle is closely watched over by a 3500 old and perfectly preserved sphinx, the witness of Split's history in making. This is why John Paul the II in amazement said " Dear God, how many feet have stepped through here", and this is why citizens of Split think of Peristyle as the centre of Split and the entire world.
Marjan, the hill that overlooks the city has always been the most impressive part of Split imagery. Such a harmony between natural and urban is rarely found; on one side the densely populated city in all of its glory and on the other a peninsula of almost pristine nature. The very fact that we climb up to Marjan directly from beautiful and world renowned waterfront of Split („Riva“) gives the visitors from any part of the world a chance to experience the beauty of this park-forest, the freshness of air and stunning view of the city of Split and the nearby islands from several unique lookout points.
Marjan offers to its visitors peace and tranquility, recreation and entertainment with natural pathways and trim-trails.
Marjan is the place from which Split can be seen in all its glory, but you can also experience entirely different side of this densely populated and tourism oriented city
884 locals recommend
Marjan Forest Park
25 Obala Hrvatskog narodnog preporodaMarjan, the hill that overlooks the city has always been the most impressive part of Split imagery. Such a harmony between natural and urban is rarely found; on one side the densely populated city in all of its glory and on the other a peninsula of almost pristine nature. The very fact that we climb up to Marjan directly from beautiful and world renowned waterfront of Split („Riva“) gives the visitors from any part of the world a chance to experience the beauty of this park-forest, the freshness of air and stunning view of the city of Split and the nearby islands from several unique lookout points.
Marjan offers to its visitors peace and tranquility, recreation and entertainment with natural pathways and trim-trails.
Marjan is the place from which Split can be seen in all its glory, but you can also experience entirely different side of this densely populated and tourism oriented city
Beach
Sandy heaven close to apartment. Walking distance is around 7 minutes, also from there you can walk by coast to other pebble beaches.
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Bacvice Beach
Sandy heaven close to apartment. Walking distance is around 7 minutes, also from there you can walk by coast to other pebble beaches.
Few kilometers long pebble beach, you can get to there walking 15-20 minutes from Bačvice beach or take public bus number 15 from public station close to apartment.
193 locals recommend
Žnjan City Beach
31 Šetalište Pape Ivana Pavla IIFew kilometers long pebble beach, you can get to there walking 15-20 minutes from Bačvice beach or take public bus number 15 from public station close to apartment.
Attractive beach under the slopes of Marjan Hill. You can get easily to that beach using public bus number 12 from the end of promenade Riva. On the end of promenade you will see fountain, next to fountain is bus station and that bus goes to beaches under the hill Marjan
321 locals recommend
Kašjuni Beach
Attractive beach under the slopes of Marjan Hill. You can get easily to that beach using public bus number 12 from the end of promenade Riva. On the end of promenade you will see fountain, next to fountain is bus station and that bus goes to beaches under the hill Marjan
Gastronomy
- International, Mexican, Seafood, European, Croatian food
- Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
- Reasonable prices
87 locals recommend
Bistro Toc
1 Šegvića ul.- International, Mexican, Seafood, European, Croatian food
- Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
- Reasonable prices
- Mediterranean, Croatian, Seafood, Healthy
- Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
- Reasonable prices
50 locals recommend
Šug Restaurant
1a Ul. Tolstojeva- Mediterranean, Croatian, Seafood, Healthy
- Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
- Reasonable prices
- Mediterranean, Seafood, Croatian
- Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
- Reasonable prices to little pricey
141 locals recommend
Konoba Fetivi
4 Ul. Tomića stine- Mediterranean, Seafood, Croatian
- Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
- Reasonable prices to little pricey
- Mediterranean, Croatian food
- Vegeterian Friendly
- Reasonable prices to little pricey
16 locals recommend
Ćiri Biri Bela Restaurant & Hostel
6 Plinarska ul.- Mediterranean, Croatian food
- Vegeterian Friendly
- Reasonable prices to little pricey
- Pizza, Seafood, Croatian
- Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
- Reasonable prices
68 locals recommend
Konoba Lučac
2 Ul. Sv. Petra starog- Pizza, Seafood, Croatian
- Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
- Reasonable prices
- Mediterranean, European, Wine Bar, Croatian, Central European
- Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
- little pricey
661 locals recommend
Bokeria kitchen & wine bar
8 Domaldova ul.- Mediterranean, European, Wine Bar, Croatian, Central European
- Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
- little pricey
- Steakhouse, Seafood, Croatian, International
- Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
- Reasonable prices to little pricey
336 locals recommend
Chops Grill - steak&seafood
4 Tončićeva ul.- Steakhouse, Seafood, Croatian, International
- Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
- Reasonable prices to little pricey
- Mediterranean, European, Healthy
- Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
- Reasonable prices to little pricey
176 locals recommend
Corto Maltese Freestyle food
7 Obrov ul.- Mediterranean, European, Healthy
- Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
- Reasonable prices to little pricey
- Steakhouse, Pizza, Barbecue, Croatian, Grill
- Reasonable prices
131 locals recommend
Bakra - Steak & Pizza Bar
2 Ulica Majstora Radovana- Steakhouse, Pizza, Barbecue, Croatian, Grill
- Reasonable prices
Pizzeria Bokamorra
16 Trumbićeva obala- Italian Pizza
- Reasonable prices
- Italian, Healthy, Pizza, Mediterranean, European, Neapolitan, Campania, Southern-Italian
- Reasonable prices
74 locals recommend
Gourmet Bar Basta
1a Obala kneza Branimira- Italian, Healthy, Pizza, Mediterranean, European, Neapolitan, Campania, Southern-Italian
- Reasonable prices
- Steakhouse, European, Croatian, Mediterranean, Grill, Gastropub
- Reasonable prices
8 locals recommend
Tortuga Grill & Pub
- Steakhouse, European, Croatian, Mediterranean, Grill, Gastropub
- Reasonable prices
Clubs & Bars
Fabrique Pub
3 Trg Franje TuđmanaFun and barbeque bar
antique Bar
6 Obala Hrvatskog narodnog preporodaCasual hangout on Riva promenade
Bar Sistema
7 Ulica Andrije Kačića MiošićaEye- popping craft coctail bar
Summer cocktail bar situated in small square in center. Gaga is a popular late evening hangout.
163 locals recommend
Caffe Bar Drama
5 Ulica Iza LožeSummer cocktail bar situated in small square in center. Gaga is a popular late evening hangout.
Harats Pub Split
2 Tončićeva ulicaCentrally located Irish pub with 16 types of beer on tap
The Daltonists is a great place to spend an evening at in the company. At offer are a large selection of craft beers, both draft and bottled.
14 locals recommend
The Daltonist Craft Bar
10 HrvojevaThe Daltonists is a great place to spend an evening at in the company. At offer are a large selection of craft beers, both draft and bottled.
Founded by Aussies, built by backpackers from around the globe and frequented by locals, Charlie’s Bar is the place to let loose
249 locals recommend
Charlie's Bar
5 Ulica Petra KružićaFounded by Aussies, built by backpackers from around the globe and frequented by locals, Charlie’s Bar is the place to let loose
Central the Club is the biggest indoor nightclub in Split. Regularly featuring international DJs, playing a variety of genres, though dominantly EDM, Central the Club is Split’s hottest night club.
781 locals recommend
Central the Club
4 Trg Gaje BulataCentral the Club is the biggest indoor nightclub in Split. Regularly featuring international DJs, playing a variety of genres, though dominantly EDM, Central the Club is Split’s hottest night club.
Excursions
In the year 1985 its remarkable beauty was recognized and placed under protection proclaiming the 46 kilometres of the Krka River flow which occupy 111 square kilometres a national park. Recommend to go with agency or bus from main bus terminal (opposite of ferry port ).
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Krka National Park
In the year 1985 its remarkable beauty was recognized and placed under protection proclaiming the 46 kilometres of the Krka River flow which occupy 111 square kilometres a national park. Recommend to go with agency or bus from main bus terminal (opposite of ferry port ).
Plitvice Lakes National Park is one of the greatest natural wonders of Europe. Embraced by high wooded mountains, one beneath another lie sixteen beautiful lakes of crystal blue-green water. Recommend to go with agency or car.
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Plitvice Lakes National Park
Plitvice Lakes National Park is one of the greatest natural wonders of Europe. Embraced by high wooded mountains, one beneath another lie sixteen beautiful lakes of crystal blue-green water. Recommend to go with agency or car.
It is the largest archaeological park in Croatia, whose size is attested by the monumental ramparts with towers and gates, a forum with temples, an amphitheater and cemeteries with Salonian martyrs (Manastirine, Kapljuč, Marusinac). Salona was a town with over 60 000 inhabitants and, according to the legend, the birthplace of Emperor Diocletian. Just use Public bus number 1 ( if you count stations from center Salona will be 16th station) goes every 30 minutes from main public bus station in center where is National theatre.
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Arheološki lokalitet Salona
91 Ul. don Frane BulićaIt is the largest archaeological park in Croatia, whose size is attested by the monumental ramparts with towers and gates, a forum with temples, an amphitheater and cemeteries with Salonian martyrs (Manastirine, Kapljuč, Marusinac). Salona was a town with over 60 000 inhabitants and, according to the legend, the birthplace of Emperor Diocletian. Just use Public bus number 1 ( if you count stations from center Salona will be 16th station) goes every 30 minutes from main public bus station in center where is National theatre.
The well known Klis fortress is not only a symbol of the village but also of the resistance of united Dalmatians in their fight against the Ottomans. Today too Klis is popular because of Game of Thrones where fortress was scene for city of Meereen. Public bus number 22 goes from main public bus station in center where is National theatre.
329 locals recommend
Fortress Klis
10 Trg MejdanThe well known Klis fortress is not only a symbol of the village but also of the resistance of united Dalmatians in their fight against the Ottomans. Today too Klis is popular because of Game of Thrones where fortress was scene for city of Meereen. Public bus number 22 goes from main public bus station in center where is National theatre.
Trogir is on the UNESCO list of World Cultural Heritage as the best preserved Romanesque-Gothic town in Central Europe. Trogir can be reached easily with boat Bura Line which departure is from Riva ( center of Split ). Schedule you can check on line on their page.
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Trogir
Trogir is on the UNESCO list of World Cultural Heritage as the best preserved Romanesque-Gothic town in Central Europe. Trogir can be reached easily with boat Bura Line which departure is from Riva ( center of Split ). Schedule you can check on line on their page.
Omiš can be reached from Split by bus number 60, which is public bus and stops on public station close to apartment –on the way to city center. Omiš is very popular because of river Cetina and mountain Mosor, and sports like rafting, zip line..
499 locals recommend
Omiš
Omiš can be reached from Split by bus number 60, which is public bus and stops on public station close to apartment –on the way to city center. Omiš is very popular because of river Cetina and mountain Mosor, and sports like rafting, zip line..
The island of Brač is only 45 minutes away from Split by ferry boat. Just take boat from ferry terminal ( company Jadrolinija or Kapetan Luka ) in center. Places to reccommend on island are Supetar or Bol ( very nice beach Zlatni rat )
154 locals recommend
Brač
The island of Brač is only 45 minutes away from Split by ferry boat. Just take boat from ferry terminal ( company Jadrolinija or Kapetan Luka ) in center. Places to reccommend on island are Supetar or Bol ( very nice beach Zlatni rat )
The island of Hvar is around an hour an half from Split. Just take boat from ferry terminal in center ( company Jadrolinija or Kapetan Luka ) Place to reccommend on island is place Hvar which is very popular party and cultural destination in Croatia.
276 locals recommend
Hvar
The island of Hvar is around an hour an half from Split. Just take boat from ferry terminal in center ( company Jadrolinija or Kapetan Luka ) Place to reccommend on island is place Hvar which is very popular party and cultural destination in Croatia.
Very popular place but very crowded in summer time, only you can visit with private tours because of small entrance in cave and just small boats can enter inside. Swimming is forbidden inside.
48 locals recommend
Blue Grotto
Very popular place but very crowded in summer time, only you can visit with private tours because of small entrance in cave and just small boats can enter inside. Swimming is forbidden inside.