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Split: 1.5-Hour Walking Tour and Diocletian's Palace

4.640316 out of 5 stars
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4.640316 out of 5 stars
253 reviews
Activity provider:www.south-tours.com
Split: 1.5-Hour Walking Tour and Diocletian's Palace
4.640316 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.640316 out of 5 stars
253 reviews

See the oldest Catholic cathedral in the world and wander the grounds of the ancient Diocletian's Palace on a guided walking tour of Split. Visit the site of the old fruit market, mingle with the locals and more.

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Duration 1.5 - 2 hours
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E
Ed – United States

The guide knew a tremendous amount of information. We greatly enjoyed this tour.

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Candis –

This walking tour was so much fun and very informative. Our guide was very knowledgeable and sweet. She took us around all of old town. After the tour I felt like I could find my way around the city!

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Itinerary

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    2 starting location options:

    South Tours Travel Agency, South Tours Travel Agency

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    Golden Gate, Split

    Guided tour, Sightseeing (10 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Game of Thrones Museum, Split

    Guided tour, Sightseeing (5 minutes)

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    People's Square

    Guided tour, Sightseeing (10 minutes)

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    Fruit Square, Split

    Guided tour, Sightseeing (10 minutes)

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    Riva, Split

    Guided tour, Sightseeing (10 minutes)

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    Diocletian's Palace

    Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (15 minutes)

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    Peristil

    Guided tour, Sightseeing (10 minutes)

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    Cathedral of Saint Domnius

    Guided tour, Sightseeing (10 minutes)

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    Vestibul

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (10 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    South Tours Travel Agency

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For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Visit the cellars of the Roman era Diocletian's Palace
  • Mix with the locals and enjoy their Mediterranean lifestyle
  • Discover a mix of architectural styles, from the Roman period to the 20th century
  • See the oldest Catholic cathedral in the world

Full description

Explore the old town of Split on a guided walking tour and marvel at the ancient Diocletian's Palace, built for the Roman Emperor Diocletian at the turn of the 4th century AD. Wander the maze of streets in the historical city center to discover a mix of architectural styles, from the last remaining Egyptian sphinx in the black granite Peristyle to more recent buildings from the 20th century.

Experience the Mediterranean lifestyle of the locals and learn the history of the magical city as you stroll around the palace grounds from the South Gate to the cellars and main palace square. Admire the North Gate and West Gate, and discover the site of the old fruit market on Voćni Trg (Fruit Square). Go down to the Riva waterfront and get panoramic views of Marjan Hill from the promenade.

See the oldest Catholic church in the world at the Cathedral of Saint Domnius, formed from an Imperial Roman mausoleum.

Includes

  • Guide for 1.5 to 2 hours
  • Entrance fees
  • Food and beverages

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments

Meeting point

Meet at the local partner's office in the Old Town South Tours Travel Agency Mrčelina 1, 21000, Split, near Diocletian Palace: Mrčelina 1, 21000, Split, Croatia. Enter from Matošića Street, next door to the fast food restaurant, Paulina.

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  •  This tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

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4.6 /5

based on 253 reviews

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Ed – United StatesJune 25, 2021 – Verified booking
The guide knew a tremendous amount of information. We greatly enjoyed this tour.
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Candis – July 5, 2021 – Verified booking
This walking tour was so much fun and very informative. Our guide was very knowledgeable and sweet. She took us around all of old town. After the tour I felt like I could find my way around the city!
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Lisa – United StatesSeptember 12, 2021 – Verified booking
Our guide, I don’t remember the spelling of her name but it sounded like Tanya. She was very professional and thorough and spiced up her narrative with great anecdotal stories. We were very pleased with our tour. One hour and a half was the perfect amount of time to keep the group’s attention.

Product ID: 65094

Activity provider:www.south-tours.com
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