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Split Sign
5m
Next to the sign with big red letters that spells out the city name - SPLIT, behind the bus terminal for tourist buses. When you turn your back to the restaurant called Terminal F, you will see the southeast tower of Diocletian's palace and entrance into the parking lot at Riva promenade.
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Riva Harbor
5m
Meet your guide and explore how Split’s waterfront evolved from a palace quay into a vibrant promenade that serves as the city’s living room, cherished by every local resident.
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Diocletian Palace Substructures
5m
Walking through the main street of the palace’s cellars, 1,700 years old.
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The Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace
10m
Get ready to travel back in time as you enter this magnificent square. Encircled by columns, you’ll experience what it felt like to witness the emperor’s appearance under the Protiron, emerging from the Vestibule. Discover how the Cardo and Decumanus, the city’s main streets, evolved over the centuries, shaped by various architectural styles. And most importantly, here you will see the oldest building in the world with an active Catholic cathedral and hear all about the persecution of Christians during Diocletian’s time.
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Vestibulum of Diocletian's Palace
10m
Whether you approach from the Peristyle or the Cryptoporticus, this circular structure with its open ceiling will captivate you with both its appearance and remarkable acoustics. Originally serving as the entrance to Diocletian’s private quarters, it continues to impress visitors just as it did centuries ago. Thanks to its exceptional sound quality, it is often used by klapa—traditional a cappella singing groups that preserve the Dalmatian style, recognized by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage.
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5m
As you enter the remains of the emperor’s dining hall, you’ll catch a glimpse of the Roman way of dining. You’ll learn what they ate, how they feasted, and why the vomitorium played such a role, giving you a true understanding of the phrase: “Carpe Diem!”
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Eastern (Silver) Gate
10m
The eastern entrance to the palace, with the Dominican church and monastery right next to it.
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The Golden Gate
5m
As you enter the Propugnaculum, you’ll understand why gaining access to this palace—designed as a fortified military camp—was no simple task. Beyond the impressive gates, you’ll see the palace’s best-preserved wall and uncover the hidden location of Split’s oldest chapel. In the wall, we will visit one of the oldest churches in the city, the Church of Saint Martin
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The Church of Saint Martin
10m · Admission ticket included
A narrow church, once a guardhouse for Roman soldiers.
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Grgur Ninski Statue
5m
Beyond being a perfect spot for photos, you’ll come across the famous statue of Gregory of Nin. Once you see it, you’ll understand why its creator, Ivan Meštrović, is celebrated as one of the world’s greatest sculptors.
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Narodni Trg
5m
This town square, which has undergone several name changes over the centuries, is now the heart of the old town. Discover the rich architectural layers and the vibrant, often turbulent history that define this lively square.
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Church and Monastery of St. Frances
5m
The Church of St. Francis in Split, often called the “Split Pantheon,” is the burial place of several notable citizens, including the father of Croatian literature, Marko Marulić. Their tombs are located in the monastery cloister, with Marulić’s sarcophagus featuring a life-sized sculpture by Ivan Meštrović.
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Fruit's Square (Trg Brace Radic)
10m
In this charming square, you’ll find Split’s finest example of Baroque architecture. Hear the fascinating stories of how the Venetian Republic defended the city from Ottoman attacks and the pivotal role Marko Marulić, the father of Croatian literature, played in its history.
