Split Premium Private Walking Tour & Tickets History Palace Walls

UNIQUE PRIVATE TOUR – PALACE WALLS EXPERIENCE

Discover the only city tour that includes a walk along the walls of Diocletian’s Palace, passing through a hidden museum corridor that reveals breathtaking views of the city and follows the former military passageways.

We are local guides and friends who love everything about Split: the sea, wine, coffee, and all the little things that make life here beautiful.

Join a licensed local guide from Split on a private walk as they bring to life the 2,000-year-old palace, the city’s history, and the stories of Roman emperors who once ruled here.

Who was Emperor Diocletian, the greatest persecutor of Christians, and why did he vomit after dinner? How much did the Venetians pay for Split? Why does a headless Sphinx guard the entrance to Jupiter’s temple?We will show you what we eat and where to find the best food and local wine - Dalmatian specialties!

Itinerary

1. The Golden Gate · 15 min

   The main entrance to Diocletian's Palace with beautiful niches once adorned with statues of Roman emperors and inside with a built-in mechanism of double doors known as the "human mousetrap."

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

   The main square of the palace, the site where Diocletian's mausoleum is located, today the Cathedral of St. Domnius—as well as a 3,500-year-old sphinx that poses a riddle.

3. Vestibulum of Diocletian's Palace · 5 min

   Here we will watch a video of the Unsullied battling the Sons of the Harpy, and an a cappella group will sing Dalmatian songs live for us.

4. Temple of Jupiter · 5 min

   Once the temple of the main Roman god Jupiter, now the baptistery of St. John, at its entrance, guards a 3500-year-old headless sphinx.

5. Diocletian Palace Substructures · 20 min

   The well-preserved substructures of the palace, once used as storage and service areas, today offer a fascinating glimpse into the original layout of Diocletian’s imperial residence. In the dark dungeons, Daenerys Targaryen kept her dragons chained, their control slipping away. It was there that slaves hid while plotting their rebellion to break free from their masters' oppression.

6. Riva Harbor · 15 min

   The city’s main waterfront promenade, once the ceremonial approach to Diocletian’s Palace, today a vibrant meeting place lined with palm trees, cafés, and the rhythm of everyday Split life.

7. Grgur Ninski Statue · 5 min

   Rub Gregory’s toe and make a wish, and we will explain why this medieval bishop played such an important role in the development of the Croatian language and national identity.

8. City Museum of Split · 30 min

   Let’s walk along the northern wall of the palace and look both outside and inside, discovering the sophisticated defensive mechanism of the double gates leading into the emperor’s residence, and observing the transformation from a mythological pagan city into a Christian and medieval one, where 2,000-year-old stone still tells the story of history.

9. Narodni Trg · 10 min

   The Middle Ages begin with the arrival of the Croats, and we will talk about the curse of a Croatian king, the attacks of the Venetians and the Ottomans, and modern history reflected in the architectural changes of the city.

What's included

• Discount flyers featuring multiple offers
• Palace Walls Ticket
• Game of Thrones Filming Scenes and Videos for GoT fans
• Licenced tour guide
• Private Walk and Pickup

Start time

10:00 · 11:30 · 13:00 · 14:30 · 16:00 · 17:30 · 18:30

Languages

In-person guide: English

Travellers

• Youth (0–17)
• Adult (18–109)

Options

• Split Premium Private Walking Tour & Tickets History Palace Wallsfrom €59

  Pickup included

  Start time: 10:00 · 11:30 · 13:00 · 14:30 · 16:00 · 17:30 · 18:30

  In-person guide: English

Additional information

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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