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YOUR BEST PRIVATE TOUR - amazing SPLIT & Diocletian's PALACE

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Uncover the little-known treasures of Split on a 2-to-2.5-hour insider walking tour with a top-level local guide. Explore ancient cellars and pathways of the 1700-year old palace of the emperor Diocletian, hidden alleys, medieval squares and its city walls and gates... During this tour you'll hear the fascinating story of the famous Roman emperor his glamorous palace and its conversion into the medieval, modern and the contemporary city of Split...
  • Custom-made program & tour organization
  • The company and services of a flexible top-level licensed tour guide
Departure Point

Obala Hrvatskog narodnog preporoda 23, 21000, Split, Croatia By the bronze model of the city at the City coastal promenade - Riva The bronze model of the city at the City coastal promenade - Riva - is located 20 m / 70 ft towards the sea, from the Southern Palace gate / exit from the Diocletian's basements.  Address: Obala hrvatskog narodnog preporoda 23

Please note, this is a walking tour in the Split Old town, so your guide can pick you up at your hotel, but ONLY if you are staying in the Old town Split accommodation (not if your hotel is away from the Old town)

If you are coming by a cruise ship, we will pick you at the port, at the cruise ship dock exit gate.

If you are staying away from the Split city center / Old town, lets meet in the Old town meeting point please:

at the Model of the historical core of the city of Split, address is: Obala Hrvatskog narodnog preporoda 23, 21000, Split, Croatia

The precise location: By the bronze model of the city at the City coastal promenade - Riva - see the precise GPS location, below.
The bronze model of the city at the City coastal promenade - Riva - is located 20 m / 70 ft towards the sea, from the Southern Palace gate / exit from the Diocletian's basements. 
Address: Obala hrvatskog narodnog preporoda 23

Traveler pickup
  • Obala kneza Domagoja 7, 21000, Split, Croatia
Return Details

Obala Hrvatskog narodnog preporoda 23, 21000, Split, Croatia By the bronze model of the city at the City coastal promenade - Riva The bronze model of the city at the City coastal promenade - Riva - is located 20 m / 70 ft towards the sea, from the Southern Palace gate / exit from the Diocletian's basements.  Address: Obala hrvatskog narodnog preporoda 23

  • Riva Harbor, Split, Croatia
    Please note, this is YOUR PRIVATE TOUR, so our whole itinerary is completely flexible, up to your preferences. Below please find our suggested itinerary / suggested sights: We are starting our tour at the Riva, the famous coastal promenade of Split - our city's living room! Your guide will introduce you to Croatia, Split and to our itinerary.
    10 minutes
  • Dioklecijanova 1, 21000, Split, Croatia
    From the Riva promenade we will have a 10-minute introduction to one of the best preserved Roman monuments from the 4th century AD - an impressive palace built for the Roman emperor Diocletian. The palace initially served as Emperor's luxury retirement home, and later, in the 7th century, it was converted into the medieval city - the city of Split. We will enter the Palace through the Southern gate and explore its main parts in the following 90+ minutes.
    10 minutes
  • Diocletian Palace Substructures, Split, Croatia
    From the Riva promenade we will enter the Palace through the Bronze gate and visit the most incredibly preserved 1700-year old basements / Diocletian's palace substructures. Your will learn in the basements about the life of Diocletian: how he became emperor, how he ruled, about his years of glory and about his final abdication and "retirement". We will talk about the construction of his Palace, about its ingenious architectural concept and about the precious stone from the island Brac that was used to build the Palace. We will explain why the nearby Roman capital town Salona was so important for the development of the town of Split in the 7th century and how the invaders from the north destroyed Salona and "helped" to convert the Palace into the medieval town - Split.
    30 minutes
  • The Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace, Split, Croatia
    The central square of the Palace. It is surrounded by the most diverse architectural styles and monuments from the 3000-year old Egyptian, through ancient Roman period, different medieval styles (cathedral bell tower, noble palaces...), until the modern and contemporary ones...
    15 minutes
  • Vestibulum of Diocletian's Palace, Split, Croatia
    This is a beautiful circular building, which served as Diocletian's lounge - it was the entrance to the Emperor's private chambers. And sometimes we would have opportunity to enjoy amazing Dalmatian choirs - "Klape" - singing here!
    7 minutes
  • Eastern (Silver) Gate, Split, Croatia
    Easter Palace gate and the beginning of the main Decumanus street
    2 minutes
  • Nadalina cokolada, Split, Croatia
    A great local chocolate producer. We will treat you with a couple of sweet treats, with Mediterranean fruit / herbal flavors.... *Unfortunately, closed on Sundays, when we'll have to skip this visit*
    7 minutes
  • Grgur Ninski Statue, Split, Croatia
    The biiiiiig statue of the famous Croatian archbishop from the 10th century - a work by the most famous Croatian sculptor, Ivan Mestrovic.
    5 minutes
  • Split Synagogue, Split, Croatia
    We will visit the 16th century-Medieval Jewish Ghetto. Also, if you are interested in visiting, there is a 3rd oldest operating synagogue in Europe here in Split...
    15 minutes
  • The Golden Gate, Split, Croatia
    The main entrance to the Palace. We will talk about the "people trap" Gate's concept, about the Roman streets Cardo and Decumanus, and about the road to Salona, the ancient Roman capital town.
    5 minutes
  • Pjaca, Split, Croatia
    The main square of the Medieval town Split. The City Hall building and many other beautiful palaces can be seen around this square.
    8 minutes
  • Fruit's Square (Trg Brace Radic), Split, Croatia
    Vocni trg (Fruit's Square) is the second most important square of the medieval Split. It is the former market place. At the center of the square stands a statue of Marko Marulic, a prominent Croatian poet and humanist from the 15th century - the "Father of Croatian literature".
    8 minutes
  • Prokurative, Split, Croatia
    Prokurative Square in Split, Croatia, is a beautiful open space surrounded by neo-Renaissance buildings, often hosting cultural events and outdoor performances. With its elegant architecture and bustling atmosphere, it is often compared to St. Mark's Square in Venice, Italy, known for its stunning palaces and historic landmarks.
    3 minutes
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult (children under 11 y/o tour free of charge)
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Venkatram_K
12 Jun 2024
We loved exploring Split and Diocletian’s palace with Boran!. He gave us interesting facts and tips and took extra time to answer our questions.
_-meeshlou73
08 Jun 2024
Gita was fantastic and gave us a very in-depth private tour of Split. She is very pleasant and personable and was able to avoid popular big tour routes as well as giving us wonderful, locally owned restaurant and shopping recommendations.
Phil_S
29 May 2024
Our tour guide Gita was INCREDIBLE! She has such great knowledge of the history of not only Split but also all of Croatia and surrounding countries. She had excellent restaurant and shopping recommendations and was such a pleasure to be with. We HIGHLY RECOMMEND GITA! You will not be disappointed. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
This tour in Split is organized by Private Guides Croatia - Olynta Phos

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