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Illustrative view of Split

EUROPE✳CROATIA

Split.

Roman-era lanes beside a working Adriatic waterfront.

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EXPLORELIO · ILLUSTRATIVE VIEW
01 / PLACESplit
02 / REGIONEurope
03 / THE FEELStone streets & sea
04 / IN THIS GUIDEHighlights & a flexible route
01 / GET TO KNOW THE PLACE

Find your
Split.

Roman-era lanes beside a working Adriatic waterfront.

Split is both a historic city and a ferry hub. Explore the palace district early or late, then leave time for the waterfront, a hill walk or a nearby beach.

Use the ideas below as a starting point and shape the days around your interests and travel dates.

Start with the highlights
02 / SEE & DO

The places that
stay with you.

Three starting points for a first visit to Split.

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CROATIA

Diocletian’s Palace

The palace complex is part of the living old town, best explored through its lanes.

Split · a flexible first visit
02
CROATIA

Riva promenade

The waterfront is an easy place to watch the city’s daily rhythm.

Split · a flexible first visit
03
CROATIA

Marjan Hill

A green climb offers views and a break from the stone streets.

Split · a flexible first visit
03 / A SIMPLE ROUTE

Two days,
your way.

A relaxed starting route through Split. Check distances and current access before you set the order.

AN IDEA TO MAKE YOUR OWN, NOT A FIXED SCHEDULE.
DAY 01FIRST IMPRESSIONS

Find the rhythm.

  1. MorningStart with Diocletian’s Palace; give yourself time to look around.
  2. AfternoonMove on to Riva promenade if the journey fits comfortably.
  3. EveningTry Dalmatian seafood and leave room for an unplanned walk.
DAY 02GO A LITTLE DEEPER

Make it yours.

  1. MorningExplore Marjan Hill at a pace that suits the day.
  2. AfternoonChoose another neighborhood or return to the part of Split that caught your attention.
  3. EveningLook for Pasticada or another local food experience.
04 / PICK YOUR MOMENT

When to go.

Choose dates around the kind of days you want to have.

☼WEATHER & LIGHT

Match the season.

Late spring and early autumn are comfortable for walking and sea time; summer is hotter and busier.

✳YOUR DATES

Keep room to adjust.

Check ferry timetables and current site access before treating an island outing as part of a short stay.

05 / TASTE THE PLACE

Make room
for one more.

Food is another way into Split. These are a few local flavors to look for; menus and availability vary.

01

Dalmatian seafood

Fresh fish and shellfish are a coastal staple.

02

Pasticada

A slow-cooked beef dish associated with Dalmatia.

03

Soparnik

A savory chard-filled pie from the region.

06 / BEFORE YOU GO

Now make it yours.

Check ferry timetables and current site access before treating an island outing as part of a short stay. Use the route above as a guide, then check current opening hours, transport and conditions for your dates.

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GOOD TO KNOW

A few last
questions.

Where should I start in Split? ＋

Diocletian’s Palace is one possible first stop. Pair it with Riva promenade if the journey works for your day.

Is two days enough for a first visit? ＋

Two days can give you an introduction, but the route above is deliberately flexible. Add time if you want to slow down or explore beyond these starting points.

What should I check before booking? ＋

Check ferry timetables and current site access before treating an island outing as part of a short stay. Check final prices and availability with each provider.

PLAN YOUR TRIP

Make Split happen.

Find experiences, choose a place to stay and compare flights. Check current details with each provider before you book.

THINGS TO DO
01 / EXPLORE

Discover Split.

Three ways to start exploring. Open an idea to see current activities and availability.

01 / SplitExplore the highlightsFind activities and sights for your visit.Explore activities 02 / SplitGo with a local guideBrowse guided tours and small group experiences.Explore activities 03 / SplitTickets and experiencesSee available tickets and things to do.Explore activities
STAYS
02 / STAY

Find your place to stay.

Explore accommodation near Split, then choose dates and check availability on Booking.com.

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Compare places that fit your dates and budget.

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FLIGHTS
03 / GET THERE

Find a route that works.

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