Split · HISTORICAL TOURS
The 15 best historical tours you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. The order is set by the travellers who went, not by us.
Walk Split with Toni Šare through Diocletian’s Palace using 3D reconstructions, from Riva Harbor to Piazza, with key landmarks explained.
“We did this on the first day of our holiday - it was a fantastic introduction to the old town. Toni was very knowledgable and passionate about his subject. He brought the old town history to life. Would 100% recommend”
A professor-led Split walking tour through Diocletian’s Palace, Riva Harbor, and Old Town squares. Small group, English, great value.
“We took the walking tour with Mario. He was a fantastic guide - very knowledgeable and informative. He even sent a follow up message with helpful information of places to eat and things to do in and around Split. He definitely went above and beyond my expectations. I would highly recommend this tour with Mario”
Walk Split’s UNESCO Diocletian Palace, Romanesque churches, fortifications and Gothic palaces with a licensed guide, plus Game of Thrones tips.
“The tour was entertaining and informative- a true story teller. They were a native and included all kinds of details you might not get otherwise but with a bit of flare. Not boring. The perfect pace and amount of if time.”
Split history and gastro small-group tour with Green Market tastings, wine and liqueur, seafood pasta, black risotto, gelato, and palace-area sights.
“It is a relaxed, upbeat tour. Anna gave us a little history as well. Be prepared for most food to be seafood. The food was ok....the wines were very good!”
A small-group, English walking tour of Split’s Diocletian’s Palace and Old Town, led by a local guide, with optional museum add-ons.
“I loved our tour through Solit! We learned about the area and the history . I loved the Diocletian Palace. It’s amazing what the Romans could build!”
A 90-minute local history walk in Split from Strossmayer Park to Diocletian Palace, UNESCO highlights, and Game of Thrones spots for $17.
“Mijo is an excellent tour guide. We have had tours all over the world and he is one of the very best. So knowledgeable and funny. Our party of five loved it. We highly recommend this tour.”
A private 1.5-hour history walk in Split’s Old Town and Diocletian’s Palace, in English, stopping at the Golden Gate, Riva, and more.
“We found this tour to be very comprehensive and knowledgeable. Our guide was incredible! We learned so much and have many suggestions things to learn further. We would take this tour again just to relearn everything! Be sure to sign up for the is tour!”
A 3-hour Split tour that pairs Green Market tastings, Diocletian’s Palace sights, and a generous wine and seafood lunch.
“Enjoyed the personal insight of our guide, Christian, to local flavors and opinions. Relaxed pace and tasting of local food favorites! 🙏🙏”
Walk Diocletian’s Palace with Toni Šare, a Split local history MA and ex teacher. 3D reconstructions, Q and A, 110 minutes for $33.
“Fantastic tour around old Split with a hugely knowledgeable guide. I couldn’t rate this highly enough. Really helps you understand how Split has evolved to be what it is today.”
An 8-hour guided day trip from Split to UNESCO Trogir, Salona ruins, Klis Fortress views, and Dalmatian tastings at Stella Croatica.
“Thank you so much dear Hana for this amazing journey.”
Walk Split with a small English group through Diocletian’s Palace, Golden Gate, Riva Harbor, and more. Orientation in 1.5 hours for $22.98.
“Our guide gave us a very informative tour with lots of relevant and thoughtful detail. I have an MA in history and, while my area of specialty is not Croatia, it was apparent that our guide was knowledgeable about Split and Croatian history.”
Walk Split’s Old Town with a licensed English guide, from Diocletian’s palace cellars to Gregory of Nin and seaside squares.
“Rocco had excellent local knowledge, spoke good English with a sense of humour and made the tour very enjoyable. We took the evening tour which was a little cooler and quieter than attempting it during the day. The tour guide did not stick rigidly to the time limit - so we got more than we expected. Recommend it!”
A 2-hour Split walk with a local historian through Diocletian’s Palace, Peristil, two medieval squares, and everyday local life.
“Boris was amazing! He was so knowledgeable on the palace history and shared tons of facts on the Croatian culture, religion, and sense of community Split has to offer. Couldn’t recommend the tour more.”
Private 105-minute walking tour in Split, Croatia. Explore Diocletian’s Palace, Substructures, key squares, and Riva promenade with guide Sanja.
“Our guide Sanja was very informed on Split taking us to the basement then walking us around the town to all points of the compass. She explained the various architecture bought about by the countries that controlled Split prior to independence. This tour was undertaken at the beginning of our visit to Split giving us great knowledge to further explore places of interest.”
A 2-hour Split walking tour led by history professor Mario, mixing Diocletian’s Palace, medieval streets, and Game of Thrones spots.
“One of the best walking tours I have had - the tour guide Mario knew his history and imparted historical info about the Diocletian Palace in an interesting way - I never got bored listening to him as he had a sense of humour too. He showed a lot of enthusiasm in his job and I highly recommend his tour.”
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