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Split Walking Tour - Rome away from Rome (small group)

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Split, Croatia

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Overview

Explore Diocletian’s Palace and Split Old Town on this 1.5-hour walking tour, available both in the morning and afternoon. Join a small group and discover the UNESCO-listed Roman palace that became the heart of modern-day Split. Your licensed local guide will lead you through ancient streets, underground cellars, the Peristyle, Temple of Jupiter, and more.

Along the way, visit famous landmarks like the statue of Gregory of Nin—whose golden toe is said to bring luck—and the monument to Marko Marulić, the father of Croatian literature.

Whether you choose a cooler morning tour or a quieter afternoon experience, this small-group walk offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and local insight. At the end of the tour, if desired, guide will share personalized tips for where to eat, drink, relax, or explore more around Split.

Perfect for first-time visitors, cruise passengers, or anyone wanting to learn more about Split’s rich heritage.
Book now and walk through 1,700 years of history!

What's Included

  • Sightseeing of 1700 years old Diocletian's palace - a world heritage site protected by UNESCO
  • Professional and licensed tour guide who is a local and lives in Split
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

21000
Grad, Split, Croatia

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

End point

Trg Braće Radić
21000, Split, Croatia

Radić Brothers Square (Fruit Square)

What To Expect

Riva Harbor

After meeting with your guide, discover how and why Split's promenade transformed from a Palace's waterfront into our living room that has such an important status for every local resident.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Diocletian Palace Substructures (Pass By)

Even by exploring just the central part of Diocletian palace's substructures known as Palace's cellars, you will understand why they are considered the best preserved vaulted complex of the late antiquity in the whole world.
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The Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace

Prepare yourself to go back through time, as you step into this breathtaking square. Surrounded with columns, you will grasp the feeling what was it like to participate in adoration of an empereor that would show up under Protiron, exiting from Vestibule. Explore how Cardo and Decumanus (two main streets) were transformed through centuries by different architectural styles.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Temple of Jupiter (Pass By)

Just a few steps from Peristyle lays hidden between houses this beautiful piece of an antiquity. When you lay your eyes on it, you will understand why the British architect Robert Adam, who visited Split in 18 century, placed it on the list of the most beautiful monuments in Europe. Visit to its interior is available for an additional fee.
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Vestibulum of Diocletian's Palace

Whether you are entering from Peristyle or Cryptoporticus direction, this circular building with open celling, will amaze you with its look and acoustics. Serving as a lobby to Diocletian's residential quarters, its main objective to impress the visitors is still fulfilled today, as it was centuries ago. Because its great acoustics, frequently is used by various klapa, an "a capella" singing groups that preserve Dalmatian style of singing, singing that is protected as world heritage by UNESCO.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Triklinij

As you step into what is left of an emperor's dining room, you will have a glimpse of a roman style of dining. How and what they ate, and why they visited vomitorium so frequently, will be explained to you so you can truly understand the meaning of a phrase: "Carpe Diem!"
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cathedral of Saint Domnius (Pass By)

Discover how Diocletian's Mausoleum became an impressive cathedral with the most elegant bell tower on the Dalmatian coast.
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Nadalina cokolada (Pass By)

Discover how a small chocolate producer from Split won a Guinness world record with a biggest slab of chocolate in the world
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The Golden Gate

As you step into propugnaculum, you will see why it wasn't so easy to enter the palace that was built as a military camp as well. Except the monumental gates, you will also see the best preserved wall of the palace and discover where the oldest chapel in Split is hidden.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Grgur Ninski Statue

Except of being a great place for photos, you will encounter the famous statute of Gregory of Nin. When you see it, you will understand why its author Ivan Meštrović is considered one of the best world's sculptors. A legend says that your wish will come true if you touch his golden toe, so don't be shy, go for it, and grab a photo while doing that!
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pjaca

A town square that changed its name several times through its history, today is the main square of the old town. Explore the layers of rich architecture on this lively square, along with its turbulent history.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fruit's Square (Trg Brace Radic)

On this lovely square, you will see the most beautiful example of baroque style architecture in Split. Enjoy the stories of how Venetian republic protected Split from Otoman empire attacks and what role Marko Marulić (the father of Croatian literature) had in that.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Split Walking Tour – Rome away from Rome (small group)?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Sightseeing of 1700 years old Diocletian's palace - a world heritage site protected by UNESCO
  • Professional and licensed tour guide who is a local and lives in Split
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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