Split · DIOCLETIAN'S PALACE & OLD TOWN
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Split grew inside a Roman emperor’s retirement palace, and the old town still lives between its walls. Below are the best palace and old-town tours: which get you down into the substructures and up the cathedral bell tower, which trace the Game of Thrones filming spots, and which suit a first morning in the city.
Walk Split’s Roman center with a local guide, from Diocletian Palace ruins to Saint Domnius and the Riva promenade.
“Antonia was super knowledgeable and engaging. You can tell she loves telling the story of Split. I would recommend her and this tour.”
Walk Split’s UNESCO Diocletian’s Palace in 90 minutes. Small-group English tour with key stops from Peristyle to Riva, plus value tips.
“Really enjoyed this tour, it was a great introduction to the city. Maggie was very knowledgeable and I loved learning about the history”
A 90-minute English walking tour in Split covering Diocletian’s Palace, Narodni Trg (Pjaca), the 24-hour sun clock, and Riva for $21.77.
“A very nice just under 90 minute tour of the palace with additional information from our tour guide on the history of Croatia and the palace area. Our guide was friendly and answered all questions. He seemed very passionate sharing his knowledge of his country”
50-minute guided walk of Diocletian’s Palace and Split Old Town: gates, Peristyle courtyard, St. Domnius views, for $17.
“Excellent. Ina was the perfect guide - knowledgeable with clear explanation. Highly recommended.”
Local-guided walk through Diocletian’s Palace and Split Old Town to the Riva. Optional Trogir transfer. From $17.
“Ante (guide) was super nice and funny. Also, he had a soecial touch to the tour since he was local.”
A 2-hour walking tour in Split that links Game of Thrones scenes to real streets, plus included entry to Diocletian’s Palace cellars.
“It was a wonderful experience! Mate has extensive knowledge about Split‘s history, not only Game of Thrones-related. He also knows the perfect spots for photos, which is not unimportant in such a pittoresque city. 100% recommended.”
Split’s Diocletian’s Palace and Old Town small-group walk. 90 minutes with a local guide, key sights, and story-driven hidden details.
“Great information provided by our guide. Easy walking pace with regular stops”
Private 2-hour walk through Diocletian’s Palace and Split’s Old Town with a licensed guide, lots of Roman-to-medieval context, plus optional interiors.
“Our tour guide Joseph was really great - very kind, very knowledgable, but he also made the tour fun. We have both already traveled a lot of countries / places, and we were happy with his tour!”
Explore Split by private electric rickshaw, from Diocletian’s Palace gates and cellars to Marjan Park beaches, with included entry time.
“Marlo and Toma were great and full of knowledge about the Split area. The rickshaw was a great way to experience Split. Compared to other modes of transportation it was very relaxing and lied back.”
A 90-minute English walking tour of Split’s Diocletian’s Palace, with Roman highlights, cathedral context, and the 24-digit City Clock.
“Even in the rain our guide navigated our group and made it still at great experience! Highly recommend visiting the palace”
Step into 305 A.D. Split with a 15-minute VR story of Diocletian’s palace, in many languages, just steps from the real ruins.
“We all loved it! It lasts only 15 minutes and it tells a story about Split in a truly unique way…”
Walk Split’s old town with a guide, tour Diocletian’s Palace cellars, see St. Domnius, and get local tips for your next hours.
“It was fun and educational. Jelena made it a breeze while giving us a healthy dose of history.”
Small-group Diocletian’s Palace walk in Split: substructures, Peristyle, Jupiter’s Temple, Cathedral and Riva with a licensed guide.
“Our guide Ante was very knowledgeable about the Palace but also about the ancestral culture. He touched on Roman, Croats, and even some Game of Thrones.”
2-hour Game of Thrones walk in Split linking Mereen to Diocletian’s Palace cellars and the Golden Gate, in English.
“Tour was excellent with some interesting information on both Split and Game of Thrones. Getting to see the basement in the palace as part of the tour was great. We thoroughly enjoyed our guide’s expertise.”
Grand Split walking tour of Diocletian’s Palace, Riva, and key squares with an English guide. Small group feel, easy meeting, great value.
“The best part of our tour was our exceptional guide. Maria was very knowledgeable, funny, gracious, and entertaining. The tour covered all the essentials in the right amount of time. Even the persistent rain did not detract from the tour.”
