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Amazing!
Our tour was with Bruno, it was amazing, very complete! We are very happy!
Split Highlights: Diocletian's Palace & Tastings
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $23 / person
- Location
- Split, Croatia
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 430 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 16
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Free Spirit Tours Split
- Meeting point
- Look for the guide with an orange umbrella standing next to the fountain at Josip Juraj Strossmayer Park
Description
A 2-hour small-group walking tour through Split's UNESCO-listed Diocletian's Palace covering the city's most iconic landmarks, Roman and medieval history, and a tasting of local products with a licensed local guide. From the grand Golden Gate and the iconic Peristyle Square to the Cathedral of St. Domnius, Jupiter's Temple and Diocletian's underground basement, every stop tells a new chapter of Split's extraordinary history. The tour continues through the medieval centre and finishes at the beautiful Riva promenade, the social heart of modern Split. Along the way, you'll also taste local cheese and olive oil, rounding off a tour that covers Split's history, architecture and flavours all in one go.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:30 AM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 15+)
- $23
- Youth (ages 7–14)
- $11
- Child (ages 0–6)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Strossmayer Park
Meet your guide holding an orange umbrella by the fountain
Grgur Ninski Statue
Learn of the prominent bishop and his struggle for power
The Golden Gate
Grand entrance to the Palace
The Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace
Travel back in time while greeted by the emperor Diocletian himself during the traditional change of guards
Cathedral of Saint Domnius
Climb the bell tower for the view you will remember forever
Vestibulum of Diocletian's Palace
Feel humbled while entering Diocletian's private chambers and experience Diocletian’s underground layer where dragons might be found
The bustling city center since medieval times
Fruit's Square (Trg Brace Radic)
Venetian fortifications and the father of the Croatian language face one another
The place to be and be seen
Prokurative
Place of festivals and culture
What's included
Included
Guidance by a certified local guide with 500+ tours experience
2-hour guidance around Old Town
Not included
Gratuities (optional)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
430 reviews
How it compares in Split
- Starting price $23 is 63% below the typical $62 for tours of similar length in Split
Excurgo comparison of 1,188 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Split Highlights: Diocletian's Palace & Tastings take?
Split Highlights: Diocletian's Palace & Tastings lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 10 stops.
How much does Split Highlights: Diocletian's Palace & Tastings cost?
Prices start at $23 per person for this Split experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Split Highlights: Diocletian's Palace & Tastings run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:30 AM.
How much does Split Highlights: Diocletian's Palace & Tastings cost for children?
Children aged 0–6 pay nothing, adults from $23.
Can I cancel Split Highlights: Diocletian's Palace & Tastings for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Look for the guide with an orange umbrella standing next to the fountain at Josip Juraj Strossmayer Park. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Split Highlights: Diocletian's Palace & Tastings offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 16 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Split Highlights: Diocletian's Palace & Tastings worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 430 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Free Spirit Tours Split.
Reviews(430)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
A
Lovely tour and guide
Very informative and great guide
D
Recommend
It was good tour hosted by Maria.
T
Great insight
Excellent tour with Maria. Thanks for sharing your city with us.
M
architectural and historical knowledge
The guide is very attentive and has a lot of information
S
They charge for the headphones! It is not a free tour
The tour is good in content, NO I DO NOT UNDERSTAND WHY I HAVE TO PAY FOR THE HEADPHONES??. (2 euros) On other tours I do not pay for this.
D
Highly recommended
We had a really good experience today with our friendly and knowledgeable guide.
H
Unmissable experience
Marina was incredible! The best guide we've ever had, who took us on a trip through time in Split. Besides charming us with the story, your intelligent humor and super skill as a photographer made the tour even more fun and special. Come to Split and ask to do the tour with Marina.
7
Recommended 👍
The tour with Petra was very good. Adequate time. Good Spanish language skills. Good knowledge of all the main parts of the tour.
M
Free Tour in Split with Petra.
We did the tour with Petra, very kind and patient. She started by explaining the history of the country to situate us, then all the history of the city stopping at each important point and finished by recommending different places to visit and eat/drink, as well as typical dishes.
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