Home/Destinations/Split/Split in 1 day
1 day · Split itinerary

Split in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day in Split? You can still explore Diocletian’s Palace and the old town. Here is how to spend one perfect day in Split — plus the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Diocletian’s Palace
  2. 2Old town & peristyle
  3. 3Riva promenade
  4. 4Marjan Hill sunset

Morning: the palace

Explore Diocletian’s Palace, the peristyle, the cathedral bell tower and the cellars.

Afternoon: the old town

Wander the marble lanes and the Riva waterfront promenade, with a food tour.

Evening: Marjan Hill

Climb Marjan Hill for sunset views over the city and islands.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Split — prices per person.

SPLIT-History Tour of Diocletian's Palace & Old Town with Daniela
Split
SPLIT-History Tour of Diocletian's Palace & Old Town with Daniela
5.0(136)·2 hours
from$25/ person
via Viator
Split Game of Thrones Tour & History Walk Top-Rated All inclusive
Split
Split Game of Thrones Tour & History Walk Top-Rated All inclusive
5.0(120)·2 hours
from$45/ person
via Viator
Private VIP Split Food Tour with Seafood, Wine and Local Bites
Split
Private VIP Split Food Tour with Seafood, Wine and Local Bites
5.0(41)·3 hours
from$180/ person
via Viator
Small-Group Walking Tour: Diocletian's Palace and Old Town
Split
Small-Group Walking Tour: Diocletian's Palace and Old Town
5.0(27)·2 hours
from$23/ person
via Viator
Private Game of Thrones Tour with a Local Guide
Dubrovnik
Private Game of Thrones Tour with a Local Guide
5.0(18)·2 hours
from$81/ person
via Viator
Split’s Ultimate Walking Food Tour by Do Eat Better
Split
Split’s Ultimate Walking Food Tour by Do Eat Better
5.0(13)·3 hours
from$122/ person
via Viator
SPLIT-Fun Walking Tour of Diocletian's Palace with Historian
Split
SPLIT-Fun Walking Tour of Diocletian's Palace with Historian
5.0(16)·2 hours
from$25/ person
via Viator
Game of Thrones and Old City Walking Tour in Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik
Game of Thrones and Old City Walking Tour in Dubrovnik
5.0(730)·3 hours
from$35/ person
via Viator

Split in 1 day — FAQ

Can you see Split in one day?
Yes — you can explore Diocletian’s Palace and the old town, stroll the Riva promenade and climb Marjan Hill for sunset, all in a day in the compact, walkable centre.
What is the best one-day Split tour?
A guided Diocletian’s Palace and old town walk, optionally with a Game of Thrones theme, is the most rewarding way to see Split in a day.
How much does one day in Split cost?
Budget roughly €30–€70 per person for a guided palace tour, the cathedral and cellars, and a food experience — the old town itself is free to wander.

Explore more in Split

Diocletian’s PalaceGame of ThronesFood & WineDay Trips