My Split: A Diocletian's Palace Walking Tour & Local Stories
Step into this walking tour to experience something beyond surface-level sightseeing. As you'll walk through the ancient Roman Empire with an Experienced Local tour guide, you'll hear stories that connect the past to the present. Through history and personal insight, Irena will aim to help you understand the spirit of the city. By the end of this tour, you won't just know Split - you will feel it.
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Step into this walking tour to experience something beyond surface-level sightseeing. As you'll walk through the ancient Roman Empire with an Experienced Local tour guide, you'll hear stories that connect the past to the present. Through history and personal insight, Irena will aim to help you understand the spirit of the city. By the end of this tour, you won't just know Split - you will feel it.
Itinerary
- Split Sign · 10 min
Your meeting point and the beginning of your tour.
- Riva Harbor · 10 min
Firstly you will stop by the model of the Diocletians Palace where the story unravels.
- Diocletian Palace Substructures · 10 min
The closest entrance and the most unique part of Diocletians Palace, the substructures are a representation of the Palace we know today and are one of the best preserved models of ancient Rome.
- Vestibulum of Diocletian's Palace · 10 min
A striking circular hall at the heart of the Palace, once serving as the grand entrance to the Emperor's private quarters.
- The Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace · 10 min
An ancient central square of Diocletians Palace located in front of the Emperors private quarters. Worldwide phenomenon with stunning scenery.
- Cathedral of Saint Domnius · 10 min
A former mausoleum for the Emperor, now the main cathedral in Split. Visit only from the outside (entrance fee not included)
- The Golden Gate · 10 min
The main entrance to Diocletians Palace reserved for the Emperor only. The Gate is holding a special secret called the Propugnaculum
- Grgur Ninski Statue · 10 min
The tallest statue in Split made by one of the most famous sculptors Ivan Meštrović serving as the gatekeeper of the Palace. His toe is a symbol of good luck, therefore feel free to rub it.
- Narodni Trg · 10 min
More commonly known as 'Pjaca' the big square is a representation of Split growing in size in Medieval times, as it is not in the Diocletians Palace itself. Each palace on the square represents the spreading as they are all built in different centuries.
- Fruit's Square (Trg Brace Radic) · 10 min
As it was formerly a green market, it retained a variation of the name. The most important attractions on this square are the Marko Marulić statue - the father of Croatian literature and the Venetian fortress, a symbol of their rule from the fifteenth century.
What's included
- Small group experience
What's not included
- Entrance fee to the Saint Dominus cathedral
Meeting point
At the entrance to the promenade next to the TAXI/Bus stop, a big red sign that says 'SPLIT'
View on the mapStart time
09:00 · 11:00 · 18:00
End point
At the entrance to the promenade next to the TAXI/Bus stop, a big red sign that says 'SPLIT'
View on the mapLanguages
In-person guide: English
Travellers
- Infant (0–2)
- Child (3–6)
- Youth (7–17)
- Adult (18–64)
- Senior (65–99)
Options
- My Split: A Diocletian's Palace Walking Tour & Local Storiesfrom €15
Start time: 09:00 · 11:00 · 18:00
In-person guide: English
Additional information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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.