Split Private Tour with a Local: Highlights & Hidden Gems

Split, Croatia
Duration2h - 6h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Croatian
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience Split like a local on a private walking tour that blends iconic Roman landmarks with hidden backstreet discoveries. After booking, you’ll receive a short online Personalization Form so we can match you with the perfect host. Start your day in Narodni Trg, Split’s lively main square, then explore courtyards, stone alleys, seaside promenades, and artistic neighborhoods your day flows entirely around your interests, pace, and energy.

- Explore Split’s Roman monuments, stone alleys, and coastal views with a private host
- Enjoy a fully personalized, flexible itinerary designed around your pace and priorities
- Discover hidden courtyards, local squares, and lesser-known neighborhoods beyond the tourist path
- A pre-tour Personalization Form ensures your experience reflects your interests
- Learn how ancient architecture meets modern life through real local stories

Options

2-hour Split Walking Tour

Duration: 2 hours
Pickup included

6-hour Split Walking Tour

Duration: 6 hours
Pickup included

4-hour Split Walking Tour

Duration: 4 hours
Pickup included

3-hour Split Walking Tour

Duration: 3 hours
Pickup included

What's included

  • Online Personalization Form sent after booking to tailor your experience
  • Flexible durations and start times - Pick your preferred duration when you book
  • Get picked up (on foot) at your accommodation if it's central!
  • Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
  • Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations
  • Food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Hotel drop off

What to expect

  1. Split
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    Explore Split through the eyes of someone who calls it home—uncovering Roman ruins, lived-in alleys, and coastal charm with a local by your side. This isn’t just a sightseeing tour—it’s a City Unscripted experience shaped around your interests and filled with authentic moments and stories.

    Before your tour begins, you’ll complete a short online Personalization Form so we can create an itinerary that reflects your style—whether it’s ancient architecture, sea views, or quiet neighborhood corners. Here are some highlights to inspire your day:
  2. Narodni Trg
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    Begin in Narodni Trg, Split’s lively central square framed by Venetian architecture. Your host will introduce the city’s layered history before leading you through ancient passageways toward Diocletian’s Palace.
  3. The Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace
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    Walk through this ceremonial courtyard where emperors once stood. See the cathedral’s exterior and surrounding stone columns while learning how historic spaces evolved into modern living areas.
  4. Pass by
    Follow the palm-lined waterfront where locals gather for coffee and conversation. Your host explains how this vibrant stretch reflects Split’s laid-back lifestyle and Adriatic identity.
  5. Pass by
    Explore this hillside neighborhood known for its narrow alleys and old stone houses. Discover how tradition and creativity coexist through murals, chapels, and lived-in courtyards.
  6. The Golden Gate
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    End your tour at the northern entrance of Diocletian’s Palace. Learn how these preserved Roman structures still define the city’s rhythm, and hear stories that bring Split’s ancient legacy to life.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This is a private walking tour. Your host will meet you at your chosen hotel, or you can select the central meeting point instead, which we recommend for the best overall experience. If your hotel isn’t listed, please choose the central landmark option. No private vehicle is included.

End point

This is a private walking tour. Your host will meet you at your chosen hotel, or you can select the central meeting point instead, which we recommend for the best overall experience. If your hotel isn’t listed, please choose the central landmark option. No private vehicle is included.

Pickup details

This is a private walking tour. Your host will meet you at your chosen hotel, or you can select the central meeting point instead, which we recommend for the best overall experience. If your hotel isn’t listed, please choose the central landmark option. No private vehicle is included.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This is a private City Unscripted experience: real people, real connections
  • After booking, you'll receive a short online Personalization Form to share your interests, preferences, and must-sees. Your City Unscripted guide will personally reach out to craft a fully customized itinerary that suits your style—whether you love history, food, hidden gems, or cultural experiences.
  • This private tour is a walking experience. A private vehicle is not included.
  • Public transportation or local taxis may be used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with your host after your reservation is finalized.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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  • You'll choose your date and travelers and pay on viator.com. Prices vary by date, group size and option.
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