Split & Diocletian Palace Historical Walking Tour

On the tour, you'll see and learn about all the important highlights of Diocletian's Palace and its (and the city's) history. As we walk through the palace, we'll learn how it changed over time into the city we see today.

Among many other things, you'll also learn about how Diocletian went from a nobody to the most powerful man in the world before retiring into this palace.

Itinerary

1. The Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace · 15 min

   Central square of Diocletian's palace, from which you can get to almost all other locations within the palace.

2. Diocletian Palace Substructures · 10 min

   Central hallway and most important information about the foundation of the palace. Go through the substructures of Diocletian's Palace, where you'll learn about the history of it's construction and their function over the ages. Note, we won't visit the museum part of the substructures, and you can visit it after the tour.

3. Riva Harbor · 10 min

   Learn about the waterfront of the city, and the south wall of the palace.

4. Fruit's Square (Trg Brace Radic) · 5 min

   Old Venetian citadel and the sculpture of Marko Marulić.

5. Temple of Jupiter

   Last remaining ancient Roman temple in the palace.

6. Vestibulum of Diocletian's Palace · 5 min

   Entrance hall of Diocletian's personal quarters. See the vestibule of emperor Diocletian, where you'll learn about it's history and potentially hear traditional Dalmatian singing.

7. 5 min

   Remains of and a partial reconstruction of Diocletian's personal walkway and dining hall

8. City Museum of Split

   15th century Venetian palace that is now the museum of the City.

9. Cathedral of Saint Domnius

   Cathedral in the mausoleum of emperor Diocletian.

10. Grgur Ninski Statue · 15 min

    Statue made by Meštrović, of the father of Croatian language, in front of the north gate of Diocletian Palace

11. The Golden Gate · 10 min

    Main entrance of Diocletian's Palace, where you'll learn about it and see the statue of Gregory of Nin, and learn his importance to our history and language.

12. Riva Harbor · 15 min

    See a bronze model of the Diocletian's Palace, and learn about the history of Split's beautiful Riva promenade.

13. Zeljezna Vrata

    The 12th-century clock tower and The church of Our Lady of the Belfry.

What's included

• Small group tour (if option selected)
• Educated guide to show you around.

What's not included

• Gratuities

Meeting point

Start time

10:30 · 15:30 · 17:00

End point

Languages

In-person guide: English

Travellers

• Infant (0–4)
• Child (5–11)
• Youth (12–16)
• Adult (17–105)

Options

• Split Walking Tour in Englishfrom €129.99

  Max of 15 people per group

  Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

  Start time: 10:30

  In-person guide: English

• Small Group Tourfrom €115

  Max of 15 persons

  Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

  Start time: 10:30 · 15:30 · 17:00

  In-person guide: English

Additional information

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• You can select between Small group Tour (max of 5) or a Regular Tour (max of 20)

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.