Split Walking Tour - Rome away from Rome

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Split, Croatia

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Overview

Avoid morning crowds and join us on this late afternoon 1.5-hour tour, where in a small group of participants you will see traces of Rome away from Rome. We will discover together how the palace of a Roman Emperor called Diocletian, became a heart of today's Split, the second largest city in Croatia.

We will explore the remains of Diocletian's Palace, walk through its architectural history and visit different areas of the complex and its surroundings, known today as Old Town of Split. While wandering through its narrow streets, you will also see the most important monuments that Split has to offer, like Gregory of Nin with its famous golden toe, and the father of Croatian literature called Marko Marulić. At the end you will get tips for further exploration of Split and its surroundings, if wanted.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Obala Lazareta 3, 21000, Split, Croatia

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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.

End point

Gelateria Voćni trg, Trg Braće Radić, 21000, Split, Croatia

Radić Brothers Square (Fruit Square)

Description

Stop At: Riva Harbor, Riva Promenade, Split 21000

After meeting with your guide, discover how and why Split's promenade transformed from a Palace's waterfront into our living room that has such an important status for every local resident.

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Diocletian Palace Substructures, IZA Vestibula 3, Split 21000

Even by exploring just the central part of Diocletian palace's substructures known as Palace's cellars, you will understand why they are considered the best preserved vaulted complex of the late antiquity in the whole world.

Stop At: The Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace, Dioklecijanova Ulica, Split 21000

Prepare yourself to go back through time, as you step into this breathtaking square. Surrounded with columns, you will grasp the feeling what was it like to participate in adoration of an empereor that would show up under Protiron, exiting from Vestibule. Explore how Cardo and Decumanus (two main streets) were transformed through centuries by different architectural styles.

Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: Temple of Jupiter, Kraj Sveti Ivana, Split 21000

Just a few steps from Peristyle lays hidden between houses this beautiful piece of an antiquity. When you lay your eyes on it, you will understand why the British architect Robert Adam, who visited Split in 18 century, placed it on the list of the most beautiful monuments in Europe. Visit to its interior is available for an additional fee.

Stop At: Vestibulum of Diocletian's Palace, Ulica Iza Vestibula 1, Split 21000

Whether you are entering from Peristyle or Cryptoporticus direction, this circular building with open celling, will amaze you with its look and acoustics. Serving as a lobby to Diocletian's residential quarters, its main objective to impress the visitors is still fulfilled today, as it was centuries ago. Because its great acoustics, frequently is used by various klapa, an "a capella" singing groups that preserve Dalmatian style of singing, singing that is protected as world heritage by UNESCO.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Triklinij, Ul. Kraj Svetog Duje, 21000, Split, Croatia

As you step into what is left of an emperor's dining room, you will have a glimpse of a roman style of dining. How and what they ate, and why they visited vomitorium so frequently, will be explained to you so you can truly understand the meaning of a phrase: "Carpe Diem!"

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Cathedral of Saint Domnius, Kraj Sv.Duje 5, Split 21000

Discover how Diocletian's Mausoleum became an impressive cathedral with the most elegant bell tower on the Dalmatian coast.

Pass By: Nadalina cokolada, Dioklecijanova 6, In the Diocletian's Palace area, Split 21000

Discover how a small chocolate producer from Split won a Guinness world record with a biggest slab of chocolate in the world

Stop At: The Golden Gate, Ul. Kralja Tomislava, Split 21000

As you step into propugnaculum, you will see why it wasn't so easy to enter the palace that was built as a military camp as well. Except the monumental gates, you will also see the best preserved wall of the palace and discover where the oldest chapel in Split is hidden.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Grgur Ninski Statue, Ulica Kralja Tomislava 12, Split 21000

Except of being a great place for photos, you will encounter the famous statute of Gregory of Nin. When you see it, you will understand why its author Ivan Meštrović is considered one of the best world's sculptors. A legend says that your wish will come true if you touch his golden toe, so don't be shy, go for it, and grab a photo while doing that!

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Pjaca, Narodni trg, Split 21000

A town square that changed its name several times through its history, today is the main square of the old town. Explore the layers of rich architecture on this lively square, along with its turbulent history.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Fruit's Square (Trg Brace Radic), Trg Brace Radic, Split 21000

On this lovely square, you will see the most beautiful example of baroque style architecture in Split. Enjoy the stories of how Venetian republic protected Split from Otoman empire attacks and what role Marko Marulić (the father of Croatian literature) had in that.

Duration: 10 minutes

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What To Expect

  • Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
  • Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
  • Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
  • Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (Approx.)
  • Return Details:

    Gelateria Voćni trg, Trg Braće Radić, 21000, Split, Croatia

What's Included

  • Sightseeing of 1700 years old Diocletian's palace - a world heritage site protected by UNESCO
  • Professional and licensed tour guide who is a local and lives in Split
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup not offered

What To Bring

  • Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
  • Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
  • A Smile!

Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-140781P4

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