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Private Tour of Split with Chocolate Tasting

New To The Site! Split, Croatia

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110 to 140 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Uncover the little-known treasures of Split on a 2-to-2.5-hour insider walking tour with a top-level local guide.

Explore ancient cellars and pathways of the 1700-year old palace of the emperor Diocletian, hidden alleys, medieval squares, city walls and the magnificent panorama viewpoint from the nearby hill Marjan.

During this tour you'll hear the fascinating story of the famous Roman emperor his glamorous palace and its conversion into the medieval, modern and the contemporary city of Split...

What's Included

  • Custom-made program & tour organization
  • Chocolade tastings, coffee
  • The company and services of a flexible top-level licensed tour guide
  • Gratuities and Entrance fees for additional sights (those not mentioned above as Included)
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Obala kneza Domagoja
21000, Split, Croatia

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Pickup details

We can pick you up at your hotel, but ONLY if you are staying in the Old town Split accommodation (not if your hotel is away from the Old town) If you are coming by a cruise ship, we will pick you at the port, at the cruise ship dock exit gate.If you are staying away from the Split city center / Old town, lets meet in the Old town meeting point:at the Model of the historical core of the city of Split, address is: Obala Hrvatskog narodnog preporoda 23, 21000, Split, CroatiaThe precise location: By the bronze model of the city at the City coastal promenade - Riva - see the precise GPS location, below. The bronze model of the city at the City coastal promenade - Riva - is located 20 m / 70 ft towards the sea, from the Southern Palace gate / exit from the Diocletian's basements.  Address: Obala hrvatskog narodnog preporoda 23

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Obala Hrvatskog narodnog preporoda
21000, Split, Croatia

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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What To Expect

Riva Harbor

Please note, this is YOUR PRIVATE TOUR, so our whole itinerary is completely flexible, up to your preferences.Below please find our suggested itinerary / suggested sights:We are starting our tour at the Riva, the famous coastal promenade of Split - our city's living room!Your guide will introduce you to Croatia, Split and to our itinerary.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Diocletian's Palace

From the Riva promenade we will have a 10-minute introduction to one of the best preserved Roman monuments from the 4th century AD - an impressive palace built for the Roman emperor Diocletian.The palace initially served as Emperor's luxury retirement home, and later, in the 7th century, it was converted into the medieval city - the city of Split.We will enter the Palace through the Southern gate and explore its main parts in the following 90+ minutes.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Diocletian Palace Substructures

From the Riva promenade we will enter the Palace through the Bronze gate and walk through the most incredibly preserved 1700-year old basements / Diocletian's palace substructures.Your will learn in the basements about the life of Diocletian: how he became emperor, how he ruled, about his years of glory and about his final abdication and "retirement".We will talk about the construction of his Palace, about its ingenious architectural concept and about the precious stone from the island Brac that was used to build the Palace.We will explain why the nearby Roman capital town Salona was so important for the development of the town of Split in the 7th century and how the invaders from the north destroyed Salona and "helped" to convert the Palace into the medieval town - Split.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace

The central square of the Palace.It is surrounded by the most diverse architectural styles and monuments from the 3000-year old Egyptian, through ancient Roman period, different medieval styles (cathedral bell tower, noble palaces...), until the modern and contemporary ones...
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Vestibulum of Diocletian's Palace

This is a beautiful circular building, which served as Diocletian's lounge - it was the entrance to the Emperor's private chambers.And sometimes we would have opportunity to enjoy amazing Dalmatian choirs - "Klape" - singing here!
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7 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Eastern (Silver) Gate

Easter Palace gate and the beginning of the main Decumanus street
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2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Nadalina cokolada

A great local chocolate producer. We will treat you with a couple of sweet treats, with Mediterranean fruit / herbal flavors....*Unfortunately, closed on Sundays, when we'll have to skip this visit*
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7 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

D16 Coffee

We're going to enjoy a cup of coffee at the fantastic D16 Coffee spot and we’ll use this opportunity to discuss Croatian coffee-drinking culture.D16 Coffee spot is managed by a vibrant and energetic team of Croatian baristas and specialty coffee roasters. At D16 Coffee, they consistently aim to source the finest green beans from the current season, which they freshly roast, enabling their passionate baristas to serve the best coffee to their customers.They exclusively use 100% Arabica specialty coffee beans that meet the highest standards of farming, drying, sorting, transporting, and roasting set by the Specialty Coffee Association.They take pride in Croatia's rich coffee-drinking culture, influenced by the Ottomans, Venetians, and Austro-Hungarians, and showcase this heritage through quirky wall illustrations combined with urban elements.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

The Golden Gate

The main entrance to the Palace. We will talk about the "people trap" Gate's concept, about the Roman streets Cardo and Decumanus, and about the road to Salona, the ancient Roman capital town.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Grgur Ninski Statue

The biiiiiig statue of the famous Croatian archbishop from the 10th century - a work by the most famous Croatian sculptor, Ivan Mestrovic.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tradicija Bakery

We will try some delicious Croatian pastries in the oldest pastry shop in Split
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Fruit's Square (Trg Brace Radic)

Vocni trg (Fruit's Square) is the second most important square of the medieval Split. It is the former market place. At the center of the square stands a statue of Marko Marulic, a prominent Croatian poet and humanist from the 15th century - the "Father of Croatian literature".
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8 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pjaca

The main square of the Medieval town Split. The City Hall building and many other beautiful palaces can be seen around this square.
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8 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Prokurative

Prokurative Square in Split, Croatia, is a beautiful open space surrounded by neo-Renaissance buildings, often hosting cultural events and outdoor performances. With its elegant architecture and bustling atmosphere, it is often compared to St. Mark's Square in Venice, Italy, known for its stunning palaces and historic landmarks.
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3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult (children under 11 y/o tour free of charge)

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Q: What's included in the price?

A: The following is included: Custom-made program & tour organization.Chocolade tastings, coffee.The company and services of a flexible top-level licensed tour guide. The following is NOT included: Gratuities and Entrance fees for additional sights (those not mentioned above as Included). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult (children under 11 y/o tour free of charge)

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