Split Game of Thrones and Diocletian Palace Tour

Join a local Split resident and genuine Game of Thrones fan for a walk through the city’s most iconic filming sites. We’ll explore the 1,700-year-old Diocletian’s Palace, focusing on the specific corners that doubled as the city of Meereen. I’ll show you the Palace Cellars where the dragons were kept and the narrow streets where the Sons of the Harpy staged their rebellions. As we walk, I’ll share local stories from the days of filming and explain how the Roman history fits into the world of Westeros. Whether you are a hardcore fan or just curious, you’ll see the city from a different perspective. It’s a great way to combine a bit of real history with the magic of the show. Come see why Split was the perfect home for the Mother of Dragons.

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Split Game of Thrones and Diocletian Palace Tour

Itinerary

Diocletian Palace Substructures · 30 min
Step into the ancient substructures of Diocletian's Palace and enter a world where history and fantasy collide. Built over 1,700 years ago for Emperor Diocletian, these massive underground halls once supported a Roman palace—but today, they’re better known as the filming location where Daenerys Targaryen kept her dragons in Game of Thrones. Walk through these dark, echoing chambers and relive iconic scenes while uncovering the real stories hidden beneath Split’s streets.
Vestibulum of Diocletian's Palace · 15 min
Vestibule of Diocletian's Palace, once the grand gateway to Emperor Diocletian’s private quarters.
The Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace · 15 min
Gather in the heart of Diocletian's Palace at the magnificent Peristyle, once the ceremonial center of Emperor Diocletian’s palace. Surrounded by towering columns and ancient temples, this grand courtyard was designed to showcase imperial power.
Temple of Jupiter
Pause in front of the ancient Temple of Jupiter, one of the best-preserved Roman temples within Diocletian's Palace. Originally dedicated to the king of the Roman gods, its striking façade and the mysterious sphinx at the entrance reveal the power and symbolism of Roman religion. Later transformed into a Christian baptistery, it reflects Split’s layered history.
Papalićeva ul., 21000, Split, Croatia · 10 min
Walk along Papalićeva Street, one of the most atmospheric corners of Diocletian's Palace. Lined with medieval noble houses, including the residence of the Papalić family, this narrow passage reveals how the palace evolved into a living city. Its authentic stone walls also appeared in Game of Thrones, standing in for the streets of Meereen, where tension and rebellion unfolded.
Game of Thrones Split Fan Shop
Walk past the Game of Thrones Museum and Fan Shop and step into the world of Meereen—dragons, Unsullied, and iconic scenes come alive outside.
The Golden Gate · 10 min
Stand before the imposing Golden Gate, the main northern entrance to Diocletian's Palace, once used by Emperor Diocletian himself. This monumental gateway was designed to impress and defend, marking the transition from the outside world into the heart of the palace.
Narodni Trg · 10 min
Experience Pjaca, the lively People’s Square, which became the center of medieval Split life long after the Roman era. Surrounded by elegant palaces and cafés, it reflects the city’s Venetian past and vibrant spirit.
Fruit's Square (Trg Brace Radic) · 10 min
Stroll through Voćni trg (Fruit Square), one of Split’s most charming squares, known for its Venetian architecture and the statue of Marko Marulić, the father of Croatian literature. Once a marketplace filled with fruit vendors, today it blends history with local life.