The Best of Split Private Tour
The Best of Split Private Tour
PRIVATE WALKING TOUR OF SPLIT WITH THE DIOCLETIAN'S PALACE Discover the Old Town of Split with all the delightful little secrets and anecdotes of this gorgeous Mediterranean city. We kick-off in style with the magnificent Diocletian's Palace in the heart of the Old Town and travel back to the ancient Roman Empire. We take a step into the rich cultural heritage of this vibrant city with its numerous palaces, quirky narrow streets and lively markets.
Learn more about this UNESCO World Heritage site while taking a relaxing walk through the streets, squares and the grandiose Diocletian's Palace. As we stroll further along, hear stories of not only the past, but equally contemporary Split. Really absorb what makes this atmospheric and exciting city kick.
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Palazzo di Diocleziano
As we stroll further along, hear stories of not only the past, but equally contemporary Split. Really absorb what makes this atmospheric and exciting city tick. Discover how the city's inhabitants lead a feel-good outdoor lifestyle throughout the year spending time at numerous squares, or on the main waterfront Riva.
1 hourVestibulum of Diocletian's Palace
Vestibule or the hall of Diocletian's apartments served as an integral part of the ceremonial access to the Emperor.
15 minutesCathedral of Saint Domnius
The cathedral in Split is accommodated in the former mausoleum of the emperor Diocletian, a monumental building from the 4th century. Built of massive stone blocks, the 24 m high mausoleum dominates teh central area if the palace.
15 minutesThe Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace
A ceremonial entrance court, framed on both sides by monumental arcades and oriented towards the imperial loggia. Admire the stunning colonnaded square, one of the most beautiful ones on the Mediterranean.
10 minutesGreen Market
Where do locals buy their fruit and vegetables? The best cheese and prosciutto? It is at this lively market that you experience a true local life.
10 minutesThe Golden Gate
Golden Gate, i.e. the northern gate is, the most prominent of all four gates of the palace. A little church of St. Martin was built into the very gate in the 5th century.
10 minutesGrgur Ninski Statue
The statue is the work of one of the most famous Croatian sculptors -Ivan Mestrovic. The bronze statue depicts Grgur Ninski, the bishop from the beginning of the 10th century. Rub its toe for good luck!
5 minutesSplit Synagogue
The Jewish Community of Split is one of the oldest in Europe. The archaeological findings from the nearby Roman city of Salona prove that the Jews lived there together with the Romans, probably sometime between the 2nd and 3rd century AD.We walk through the Jewish Ghetto and you learn about the prominent Jews who significantly influenced the development of the city. The Synagogue in Split is the third oldest active synagogue in Europe and definitely
10 minutesPjaca
A lovely square with stunning Venetian and Viennese architecture. Situated in front of the old Town Hall in the newer part of the town, outside the western wall of the Diocletian's Palace, it has always attracted the visitors with its variety and vivacity.
10 minutesCity Clock
Built into the western gate of the palace the clock is today among the most recognizable city's landmarks.
5 minutesFruit's Square (Trg Brace Radic)
One of the most picturesque squares just outside the palace of the Roman emperor Diocletian. Learn about Marko Marulić, the father of Croatian literature whose statue is in the middle of the square.
5 minutesVenetian tower
Fruit Square is dominated by the remains of the 15th century Venetian castle
5 minutesMarmontova Ulica
It is another beautiful promenade popular with both the locals and our visitors. Off the street is the fish market where we stop to have a look where the locals buy the fresh Adriatic fish.
5 minutesProkurative
Prokurative or as it is officially called, Republic Square resembles the Venice St. Marks Square. The square is located west of the Riva and was named after the arches found on the neo-Renaissance buildings surrounding the square on three sides. Most people to this day know it by that name. The square is only open on the south side, providing a beautiful view of the harbour and the Riva (waterfront).
5 minutesRiva Harbor
Considered the most beautiful promenade in Croatia, it is a meeting point of both locals and our visitors. Here we start and end our tour.
5 minutesIncluded
- My time and service as your local licensed guide.
- Custom-made programme and tour organization.
Not Included
- The Mausoleum & Jupiter's Temple 7 euro & The Substructures of The Diocletian's Palace 7 euro
Good to Know
- Wheelchair accessible
- With the travellers using strollers, wheelchairs and scooters the tour is adapted since the Old Town has areas with quite a few stairs. However, one can still see a lot and enjoy the tour despite not being able to access all points of interest.
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- With a negative coronavirus test result or either a proof that you recovered from COVID19 or a proof of vaccination, leisure travelers from around the world are allowed to visit Croatia.Croatia is cited as one of the safest Mediterranean countries to visit.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.