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Riva, Split: Our most recommended tours and activities

Split: Old Town and Diocletian Palace Walking Tour

1. Split: Old Town and Diocletian Palace Walking Tour

Travel back in time on a guided walking tour of Split and explore 1,700 years of the city’s history, from the construction of the Diocletian Palace in 305 CE, to its place as Croatia's second largest city. Uncover sights like the Saint Domnius Cathedral along the way.  Meet your guide at the Golden Gate of the Diocletian Palace and marvel at the remains of an ancient palace from the Roman Empire which now forms about half the Old Town of Split. Stop to view its open colonnades in the palace's central Peristyle square. Continue to the impressive Saint Domnius Cathedral, which is thought to be the oldest Catholic cathedral in the world that remains in use in its original form. Hear about the story of Gregory of Nin by his statue in Giardin Park. Stroll along the Riva promenade to admire views of Marjan Hill and the Adriatic Sea. Finish your tour where it began at the Golden Gate.

Split: 1.5-Hour Diocletian's Palace & Old Town Walking Tour

2. Split: 1.5-Hour Diocletian's Palace & Old Town Walking Tour

Journey back in time and explore the history of Split, from Diocletian's Palace, built for the Roman emperor in 305 CE, through to the present day. Marvel as history is brought to life before your eyes. See the Cathedral of Saint Domnius with its 12th-century bell tower, and visit the impressive Peristyle courtyard of Diocletian's Palace. Admire the statue of Gregory of Nin by the 20th-century sculptor, Ivan Meštrović. Take a closer look at the impressive Golden Gate that Diocletian walked through to enter his palace. Go down to the Riva promenade to get lovely views of the Adriatic Sea, and see the Old Town Hall and City Clock on People's Square. Walk in a small group for a more intimate experience and the chance to choose what you want to see. Visit the fish market, explore the old neighborhood of Varoš and much more.

Split: Local History and Culture 90-Minute Walking Tour

3. Split: Local History and Culture 90-Minute Walking Tour

This tour explores a city that lies on the Adriatic coast and has an amazing climate and majestic 1700 years old historical background which is protected as UNESCO world heritage. It was established by one of the Roman emperors himself who settled here to live in one of the most luxurious retirement palace that the world has ever seen. Side by side with local experts, our guides will point to a mix of ancient ruins, inviting Mediterranean culture and easy going locals that can guarantee a sensational and valuable experience for visitors.

Split: Private Walking Tour with Diocletian's Palace

4. Split: Private Walking Tour with Diocletian's Palace

This will be your private and personalized sightseeing tour to suit your tempo and interests. Your tour is flexible and guided by a professional, highly qualified guide with a real passion for touring Croatia and showing you its beauty.  You will meet your guide in the center of Split, one of the oldest cities in Croatia, with departure times which suit you. From here, you will embark on a walking tour, exploring Split's 12th- and 13th-Century Romanesque churches, medieval fortifications, 15th-Century Gothic palaces and other palaces in Renaissance and Baroque style.  Stroll around the Roman portion of the city, throughout which the ruins of Diocletian's Palace are scattered, and visit the Cathedral of Saint Domnius. Known locally as St Duje, this is one of the best-preserved ancient Roman buildings standing today, built in the 5th Century on the site where Diocletian, the last famous persecutor of the Christians, was interred in 311 AD.  Other incredible sights include the statue of the medieval Croatian bishop, Gregory of Nin, the Golden Gate and the tower-clock, which has kept time in Split since the 15th Century. In the Medieval Quarter, you can take in City Hall, the Fish Market -– a focal point of life in Split – and the beautiful promenade over Riva Harbor. Your private guide will share facts and stories with you as you experience the vibrant culture of this historic city. This is a tour the whole family will enjoy and your personal guide will customize the itinerary for you.

Split: Private Walking Tour and Panoramic Cart Tour

5. Split: Private Walking Tour and Panoramic Cart Tour

Don't miss out on this unique tour! First, take a walk through Roman-era Split, medieval Split and Split today with an expert guide who will bring the past to life. See the very best of Split on this walking tour that includes the Diocletian palace, St. Duje Cathedral, Peristil, Mestrovic’s statue of Gregory of Nin, The Golden Gate, Riva, City Clock, City Hall. You will discover more about the historical highlights of Split but also find out a lot about Split today. The tour has a limited number of participants and it is a personalized kind of tour so you will be able to ask your guide to see the sights you are interested the most – Riva-promenade, the fish market, Varoš-part old town or even see how people in Split live today. Afterwards, just sit and relax on this car tour which is a fun and friendly way of discovering Split. During the tour, you will explore many interesting places in the city. You will enjoy a mix of landscapes and beautiful seaside promenades in part of the city outside of the Diocletian palace zone. Visit the site of the beautiful Marjan, Poljud Stadium, Bačvice beach, Split's Vidilica and Đardin park. Sit back and enjoy the ride while your knowledgeable and friendly, personal guide leads you through the heart of Split. Hear stories about the emperors, kings, warriors, sports, poets, and myths that have shaped this small but awe-inspiring area of the Mediterranean.

Split: Roman Ruins Sightseeing Self-Guided Audio Tour

6. Split: Roman Ruins Sightseeing Self-Guided Audio Tour

Welcome to Split. At its ancient heart is Diocletian's Palace, which is 1,700 years old. It’s on UNESCO’s World Heritage List too, along with the rest of the city’s historical centre. Our tour starts with a bird’s eye view of this old town, at a scale model of it on the Riva Promenade. From there, we’ll visit the cellars of Diocletian's Palace, the imperial residence, the palace’s central square, which is called the Peristyle. We’ll then whirl forward in time after that, making our way into the northern part of the palace compound with its medieval buildings, including the Jewish Ghetto. From there, we’ll take a walk through Split’s historical centre that’ll lead us onto the Riva Promenade again. The tour ends at the elegant Prokurative and Fruit squares, after a leisurely stroll along the city’s French-style boulevards and discover. While you walk, you’ll be regaled with tales of Split’s ancient history as well as the unique jigsaw of architecture and culture you find here today. I’ll also point out some of the locations where Game of Thrones was filmed. Join me, an experienced and licensed local tour guide, as we step back in time and uncover all that Split has to offer. By the end of the tour, I hope you’ll consider this your definitive Split experience. Please note that this tour does not require you to enter any of the ticketed venues along the way.

Split: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour

7. Split: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour

Split is the main urban, cultural and traffic center of Dalmatia. This 1700 year old town is a part of UNESCO’s world heritage, with its numerous archaeological, historical and cultural monuments among which the famous Diocletian’s palace takes a special place. This city is full of cultural life and entertainment, especially during the summer when Split, with its shops, yards and other places, becomes a big stage under the clear sky. After meeting you will be taken through the historical part of the town. Diocletian’s palace is today the heart of the city of Split and part of UNESCO world heritage. Visit the well preserved cellars of Diocletian’s Palace which architectural purpose was to raise the imperial residential area in the upper floor. The cellars of Diocletian's Palace were also a Game of Thrones filming location.  Next you will walk up the stairs to Peristil. Peristil was meant to be used by Diocletian and the cult of living son of Jupiter, whose temple will also be seen. You will admire the cathedral of St. Duje (St. Duje is patron of the Split), originally the mausoleum of Diocletian, for which it is said that it is the oldest Cathedral in the World. Next to Diocletian's Palace is the beautiful medieval part of the city with People's square known as Pjaca, from the period od Venetian rule. The sightseeing will end in Riva, the beautiful waterfront with a lot of restaurants and cafes.

Split: Small group Walking Tour and Wine Tasting

8. Split: Small group Walking Tour and Wine Tasting

Take a walk through Roman-era Split, medieval Split, and Split today with an expert guide who will bring the past to life. See the very best of Split on this walking tour that includes the Diocletian Palace, St. Duje Cathedral, Peristil, Mestrovic’s statue of Gregory of Nin, The Golden Gate, Riva, City Clock, and City Hall. You will discover more about the historical highlights of Split but also find out a lot about Split today. After, you will enjoy 45 min long wine tasting in a local wine bar inside the palace, where you will have an opportunity to enjoy a professional wine presentation. Wine tasting lasts 45 minutes during which you will taste the most famous Dalmatian wines and hear stories about picking grapes and wine preparation. Along with the wines, you will taste Dalmatian snacks which include typical Dalmatian food such as prosciutto, cheese, and olives. The unique ambiance of the local wine bar inside Diocletian's Place and the excellent selection of wines and local foods, make this an unforgettable experience for those who enjoy good food and beverages.

Vegan Food tour of Split with local gastronomy

9. Vegan Food tour of Split with local gastronomy

Split Vegan Tour is a fusion of history, sightseeing, secret venues and a tasty gastronomic adventure. Includes 3 gastro venue stops and profesional licenced vegan guide who will share local tips & tricks and discover historal background of the city as well. Duration is 3h. Starting point is at Strossmayer Fountain in the center of Strossmayer park AKA Đardin at 4PM. Please arrive 5-10 minutes earlier.

Split Tour in Private Electric Rickshaw-60min

10. Split Tour in Private Electric Rickshaw-60min

Explore the stunning city of Split in a unique and eco-friendly way with our electric rickshaw tour! Witness the beauty of Diocletian's Palace (Golden, Silver, and Bronze Gates), stroll along the vibrant Riva promenade, admire the grandeur of Marmontova and Prokurative, and soak in the scenic views of HNK, Matejuska, and the famous West Coast. Enjoy a leisurely walk through the Sustipan park and the Walk of Fame in Split. Our expert guides will show you the best of Split with comfort, style, and personalized attention. •Our tours end at Meeting point. •Working hours from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. •THE BEST comments on Tripadvisor!!! (5.0-400 comments) •BOOK YOUR TOUR TODAY and experience Split like never before! •Please advise while booking at what time you want to start your tour.

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4.8 / 5

based on 1,341 reviews

One of the best city tours ever. Jakov was great, he is a history and English professor so he knew how to make it interesting. Even though I can not walk much he found a way to see as much as possible with the smallest possible amount of walking.

Excellent tour. 4 of us were in port for the day on a cruise ship and wanted to learn all we can about the history of Split. Friendly helpful experienced local guide. Highly recommended.

A nice and quiet tour through the streets of the old Split, the guide was very good and gave the explanations very clearly.

Had trouble finding the 'Golden Gate'. Northern Gate apparently is the name the locals know it as.

Jakov was fantastic. Really great tour. I'd definitely recommend to anyone visiting.