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The Best of Split Private Tour
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The Northern Gate of The Palace ( called Golden Gate )

The Best of Split Private Tour

By Jelena Vrancic Private Tourist Guide
9.8 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $452 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

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. 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.

Activity location

  • Palazzo di Diocleziano
    • Dioklecijanova Ul. 1
    • 21000, Split, Croatia, Croatia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Obala Hrvatskog narodnog preporoda 23
    • 23 Obala Hrvatskog narodnog preporoda
    • 21000, Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija, Croatia

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The Best of Split Private Tour in Multilingual
  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • Opening hours: Fri 8:00am-6:30pm
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
CA $452.11 x 1 AdultCA $452.11
Total
Price is CA $452.11

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedCustom-made programme and tour organisation.
  • What's includedWhat's includedFee for the SUBSTRUCTURES OF THE DIOCLETIAN'S PALACE
  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal licensed guide.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedThe Mausoleum & Jupiter's Temple 8 euro per person

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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.

Activity itinerary

Palazzo di Diocleziano
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Explore, discover and really get-to-know 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 and artisan shops. 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 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.
Vestibulum of Diocletian's Palace
  • 15m
Vestibule or the hall of Diocletian's apartments served as an integral part of the ceremonial access to the Emperor.
Cathedral of Saint Domnius
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
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.
The Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace
  • 10m
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.
Green Market
  • 10m
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.
The Golden Gate
  • 10m
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.
Grgur Ninski Statue
  • 5m
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!
City Clock
  • 5m
Built into the western gate of the palace the clock is today among the most recognisable city's landmarks.
Fruit's Square (Trg Brace Radic)
  • 5m
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.
Venetian tower
  • 5m
Fruit Square is dominated by the remains of the 15th century Venetian castle
Prokurative
  • 5m
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).
Riva Harbor
  • 5m
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.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESPalazzo di Diocleziano
    • Dioklecijanova Ul. 1
    • 21000, Split, Croatia, Croatia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEObala Hrvatskog narodnog preporoda 23
    • 23 Obala Hrvatskog narodnog preporoda
    • 21000, Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija, Croatia

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