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A great experience in Split
Oliver, our guide, was very knowledgeable and informative. The pacing of the tour was excellent. His stories and photos added much to the experience. A wonderful guide can make all the difference.
Split old city walking tour with local tour guide
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $29 / person
- Location
- Split, Croatia
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 77 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 20
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Šugaman Tours
- Meeting point
- The main meeting point is at the specified address, at the beginning of the famous Split Riva promenade. Our staff will welcome you at the check-in point and assist with the process. Please arrive 10 minutes early.
Description
Visiting Diocletian palace is a bucket list item while you’re visiting Split. This famous part of the old town is not only considered heart of the city but it boasts some pretty epic sights. Better yet, leave your guidebook at home and explore the 1700-year-old palace with a local guide. Delve into the rich history and top attractions of Split on a 75-min information-packed walking tour and admire the best-preserved palace of the former Roman Emperor Diocletian.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:30 AM and 6:00 PM
- Next available
- Tue, Oct 13
- Adult (ages 15+)
- $29
- Child (ages 3–14)
- $22
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Diocletian Palace Substructures
Split has delighted its visitors for centuries – and now, with our Split walking tour, you get the chance to explore its vibrant culture and eternal beauty; featuring a unique blend of modern lifestyle and ancient history. Jump in our time machine to travel back to the days of Diocletian. Our expert guide will lead you on a first-class tour through this imperial UNESCO-protected area.
What's included
Included
Licensed English speaking tour guide
Not included
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
77 reviews
How it compares in Split
- Starting price $29 is 54% below the typical $62 for tours of similar length in Split
Excurgo comparison of 1,188 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is smart casual
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Pets are not allowed on tour.
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 old city walking tour with local tour guide take?
Split old city walking tour with local tour guide lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Split old city walking tour with local tour guide cost?
Prices start at $29 per person for this Split experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Split old city walking tour with local tour guide run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:30 AM and 6:00 PM.
How much does Split old city walking tour with local tour guide cost for children?
Children aged 3–14 pay from $22, adults from $29. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Split old city walking tour with local tour guide 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 The main meeting point is at the specified address, at the beginning of the famous Split Riva promenade. Our staff will welcome you at the check-in point and assist with the process. Please arrive 10 minutes early. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Split old city walking tour with local tour guide offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Split old city walking tour with local tour guide worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 77 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Šugaman Tours.
Reviews(77)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
C
History tour
Wonderful walk through old town and the Diocletian palace. The history information was fantastic. Our guide was informative and showed a love of his city. Highly recommend.
D
Anita, our local guide,...
Anita, our local guide, was amazing! She was friendly, knowledgeable, and customized our private group tour. I highly recommend Anita for a memorable walking tour of Split.
Operator response
Thank you for the fantastic review! We’re so happy Mate could turn a rainy day into a memorable one and that you enjoyed the hike and all the history he shared. It’s great to hear he was attentive and helpful throughout the tour. We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again soon! Šugaman Tours
A
We had a lovely time with...
We had a lovely time with our tour guide Anita. The tour was very informative and Anita was a wonderful person as well! Would definitely recommend.
Operator response
Thanks so much! We’re glad you enjoyed the walking tour of Split with Anita. She’s wonderful at sharing stories and making the city and it's history come alive. We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again soon!
K
Great tour of old town Split
Anita was a great tour guide - very fun and interesting and kept things moving at a nice pace. She was patient, knowledgeable and kind. We really enjoyed it and would highly recommend her and this tour.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed the tour and had such a great experience with Anita. She's truly a fantastic guide, and we'll be sure to share your lovely feedback with her. It means a lot to us that you'd recommend both her and the tour. Hope to welcome you again in the future!
C
Great tour to learn about Split Old City
This is a quick way to learn about Split’s Old City including Diacletian’s palace, Mate Beric did a great job and you can see his passion for it and the city.
L
Recommended
My initial tour was cancelled so I was fortunately accommodated on another date. Their communication is clear. I really enjoyed the tour. I think the guide was Ana (trainee lawyer) apologies if I'm getting the name wrong but she was lovely. Very knowledgeable and she shared a good restaurant recommendation too. I recommend this tour to anyone who wants a nice taster or intro to the city.
K
Split the difference
Walking with the guide weren’t a great deal. Especially information about the architecture of the palace. It was economical and an easy way to see Split.
V
Informative but also misinformative.
The tour guide was excellent, knowledgable, humorous and navigated us through very busy and narrow streets very well. However, we were late for the tour because the Viator app told us one meeting place and the WhatsApp message I had from what was obviously a sub-contracted tour company, told us something totally different. We found the lady in the meeting place from the Viator app very rude and unhelpful. We managed to find our own way to the tour and caught them up, no thanks to the app or the tour company. Thankfully, we only missed 5 mins and the tour guide soon made us forget our frustration.
M
Split old town tour
Our guide did an amazing job of reviewing lots of history and making the tour very interesting. We had a great time.
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