Split City Museum

Embark on an adventure and see the Diocletian’s Palace, the oldest core of the City of Split. Marvel at one of the best-preserved and unique examples of Late Antiquity structures. Be inspired by its exceptional archaeological, historical and artistic value.  Discover a palace built on an inadequate geological base which was the main reason why the imperial residence was constructed above the monumental basement area. The cellars of the palace can be found within the southern half of the building. The floor plan mirrors the layout of Diocletian’s residence due to the fact that the structure in the basement acted as support for the walls above.  See the halls of the cellar which were used as the entrance to the palace via waterway. Nowadays, the substructures present a significant and the largest preserved ancient complex of the underground vaulted premises in the world.  Game of Thrones fans might recognize this place as it has been used to shoot the scenes of the Slave City of Meereen. Some sequences have actually been shot in this very basement, come and see for yourself.

Join your guide for a walk through the historic center of Split. Learn about the city's 2000-year history as you stroll through the Old Town. Visit Diocletian's Palace and immerse yourself in its grandeur. Pass by the Golden Gate, the Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace, the Vestibulum of Diocletian's Palace, and the Temple of Jupiter. Explore the substructures of the palace. Hear stories about the city's history and see where scenes from the popular TV series Game of Thrones were filmed. Visit the spot where Daenerys fought the Great Masters of Mereen. Pass by the Game of Thrones Museum Split and the Game of Thrones Split Fan Shop. Learn about Emperor Diocletian, the greatest persecutor of Christians. Find out how much the Venetians paid for Split and why a headless Sphinx guards the entrance to Jupiter’s Temple.

Head to the historic Split City Museum, home to the impressive Emanuel Vidović Gallery, which in 2008 was nominated for the prestigious European Museum of the Year Award. The gallery celebrates the legacy of Vidović, one of Croatia’s most influential artists, and preserves some of the painter’s most beloved artworks. On your visit, embark on a journey through Vidović’s career and discover how his art changed over the years. The artwork is also accompanied by a selection of items to help tell the story of his life.