Join this tour to explore Split's rich heritage and transformation from Diocletian's era to today. I've been born and raised in Split and it makes me happy to share rich history, culture, and hidden gems of my hometown! You will be a part of a small group so you can truly enjoy in each step of the way. Let me take you on a walk through Split's ancient city and the iconic Diocletian's Palace. This tour offers a exploration and explanation of the rich heritage and transformation of this UNESCO World Heritage Site from the days of Emperor Diocletian to the vibrant present. We'll stroll through cobbled streets of Split's Old Town, where every corner holds a story to be told. Learn about the impressive Palace walls and architecture of the palace complex which stands here over 1,700 years when Diocletian choose it as his luxurious residence.
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $114.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 4:42 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 111 of the next 300 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 22.
We'll start our tour at main promenade Riva. You'll see a model of Split and hear an introduction about Diocletian, his Palace and Split in general.
We will pass through Substructures of Diocletian's Palace, a fascinating labyrinth of underground corridors and rooms that once served as the foundation of Emperor Diocletian's palace. As we explore this underground maze, you will marvel at the sophisticated engineering techniques used by the ancient Romans and imagine life within these rooms centuries ago.
On our way to the next stop - Vestibulum, the grand entrance hall of Diocletian's Palace - we'll walk through the southern parts of the Palace, where Diocletian's Apartments once stood, as wells as Triklinium (dining Hall) and his gardens.
Next stop - Peristyle! Peristyle is a unique experience, one of the closest touches of a modern man with the ancient heritage, not only Roman, but also Egyptian, as the Peristyle is closely watched over by a 3500 old and perfectly preserved sphinx, the witness of Split's history in making.
Our next stop will be the Golden Gate, a magnificent entranceway that once welcomed visitors into Diocletian's Palace with its grandeur. Then we'll head to the statue of Gregory of Nin. Legend has it that rubbing the statue's big toe brings good luck and grants wishes. So, don't forget to make a wish!
Just outside the walls of Diocletian’s Palace sits Pjaca (the official name: People’s Square. It is located just past the western walls of Diocletian’s Palace, at the exit of the Iron Gate. As the population grew, the palace became too small and Pjaca was the first area developed beyond the walls in the 14th century. Home to the former 15th-century city hall, Pjaca has been a gathering space for centuries, and it’s still a great place to enjoy a cup of coffee or a nighttime stroll.
There are several landmarks decorating this not so large a square thriving with city life in bars, restaurants and exclusive shops, a venue often used also by fairs. The biggest is certainly the octagonal Venetian tower, the leftover of the former fortress, built in the 15th century for the defence of, at the time, a small town. Opposite the tower is a magnificent Palace of the old family Milesi from the 17th century with a spectacular Baroque facade, one of the best examples of that style in the whole of Dalmatia.
As our journey comes full circle, we'll conclude our tour where it all began - Riva Harbor. From the ancient walls of Diocletian's Palace to the vibrant streets of Split, we've explored the rich tapestry of history and culture that defines this coastal gem.
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Split Walking Tour: History, Legends & Tales lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 8 stops.
Prices start at $29 per person for this Split experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $114. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 10 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
It can: 111 of the next 300 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is We'll meet at the Riva waterfront, where the model of Split is. You will see your tour guide holding a ''Tour4You'' sign. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 65 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Tour4You.
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This was a such a great tour. Our guide was Lucija who was very knowledgeable about the history of the palace, and she added some very interesting anecdotes. I highly recommend this tour. You will learn a lot about the history and some additional tales of Split.
This walking tour was brilliant. We have done different tours with our children in European cities but this was the best. Lucija was so lovely with my children, patient and gave them lots of interesting information. Great pace and catered to us adults and children.
A really great way to get to know Split. It’s obvious when you first step into the old town of Split that it’s full of history and taking a walking tour when you first arrive, helps you familiarise yourself with the place. Lucija was a really knowledgeable guide, taking us to the major sites of the palace and providing us with a lot of historical background. The tour was exactly what we were expecting, and really glad to have taken a private tour as it felt much more relaxed and we could interact with Lucija a lot more easily. I would definitely recommend!
Lucia gave us great insight into her city of Split, and walked us around Diocletian area, explaining the history from Roman times to the present, and the development of the area. Showed us many places we would not have found or understood the significance of without her. Her English is perfect and she gave us helpful tips for restaurants and places to visit. Plus we ended up being the only people on the tour, so had a private tour. Highly recommend Lucia as a guide.
This tour was a great introduction to Diocletian's palace and history of Split. We were lucky to have a private tour, just the two of us with charming local guide Lucija. She was a wealth of knowledge and shared lots of interesting tidbits as we made our way all through the palace area. We returned later to tour the parts that require an admission ticket.
My guide Lucija was incredibly knowledgeable of the ancient and modern history of the city, with an informal style which made it a very pleasurable experience. Her passion for Split and its culture were very evident and her recommendations of places to visit and food to eat (Pasticada !)were greatly appreciated. If there is one thing you do in Split you MUST do this tour. DT
We are so glad that we chose Lucia to acquaint us with the city of Split—her tour was extremely informative, engaging, and well-planned. She went above and beyond with recommendations to local restaurants, bars, and other excursion experiences. We recommend this tour to anyone visiting this beautiful place!
We were lucky to have just 2 of us in the group with our guide, Lucia who shared with us great stories about this lovely city
This was an excellent and enjoyable tour. Lucija is very knowledgeable and passionate about the history of Split and was more than happy to answer all our questions about Split and it history. It was very worthwhile and added greatly to the experience of visiting Split.
Highly enjoyed our walk through the old town. Guide told stories about the inhabitants of different palaces and gave insights on their interiors (as well as several restaurants and shops) along the way so we could go back in more depth on our own time. "Go Hadjuk!" Our small group was only 2 - so we lucked into a personal guided morning in Split. Tip: guide was standing near the Riva boardwalk trees rather than the gate used by other tours. A little trickier to find among the tourist crowds.
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