Walking Tour of Split Old Town and Diocletian Palace

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Gregory of Nin Statue

  Begin at the towering Gregory of Nin Statue, one of Split’s most beloved landmarks. Your guide explains why this medieval bishop became a lasting symbol of Croatian identity and resistance, and how local traditions connected to the statue still live on today.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  The Golden Gate

  Stand before the Golden Gate, the grand northern entrance to Diocletian’s Palace. Learn how Roman soldiers once guarded this gate and why its location was crucial to the Palace’s defense and later urban development.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 3
  Diocletian's Palace

  Walk alongside the Palace walls and discover how a Roman imperial residence slowly transformed into a city where people never stopped living. Your guide brings clarity to the layers of construction, reuse, and survival that make Split unique.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 4
  The Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace

  Pause at the Peristyle, the ceremonial heart of the Palace. Once reserved for Emperor Diocletian, this square later became a Christian gathering place. Take photos while your guide explains how power, religion, and daily life overlapped here.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 5
  Cathedral of Saint Domnius

  View the exterior of the Cathedral of Saint Domnius and hear the striking story of its origins as Diocletian’s mausoleum. Learn how one of the world’s oldest cathedrals still in use reflects Split’s layered identity.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 6
  Temple of Jupiter

  Stop near the Temple of Jupiter and learn about Roman religion and imperial rituals. Your guide explains how pagan structures were later adapted, reflecting the city’s changing beliefs over centuries.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 7
  Vestibulum of Diocletian's Palace

  Enter the open Vestibule, once the grand entrance to the emperor’s private apartments. Look up to appreciate its dramatic design and learn how sound, space, and symbolism were used in Roman ceremonies.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 8

  Walk into Narodni Square, Split’s medieval civic center. Your guide shares stories of merchants, city councils, and how Split developed a strong sense of independence beyond imperial rule.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 9
  Old Town Hall

  See the Old Town Hall and learn about its role in governing medieval Split. This stop highlights how civic life shaped the city long after Roman authority faded.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 10
  Fruit's Square (Trg Brace Radic)

  Pass through Fruit Square, once a lively trading space. Hear about Venetian influence, old merchant routes, and how this small square reflects everyday life across centuries.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 11
  Green Market

  Experience the Green Market, where locals still shop each morning. Your guide explains Dalmatian food culture, seasonal habits, and why this market remains essential to daily life in Split.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 12
  Eastern (Silver) Gate

  Stop at the Silver Gate, the eastern entrance to the Palace. Learn how this gate connected the city to trade routes and surrounding settlements beyond the walls.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 13
  Split Riva

  Stroll along the Split Riva, the city’s waterfront promenade. Discover why locals treat this space as their living room and how it reflects the rhythm of Dalmatian life.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 14
  Church and Convent of St. Francis

  Conclude near the Church and Convent of St. Francis, a place tied to peace, humility, and long-standing local tradition. A calm ending to a walk through one of Europe’s most unusual historic cities.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 15

  Meet your Licensed Guide outside the Cornaro Hotel Split on Sinjska Street, just outside the Old Town walls. The nearest bus stop is HNK (Croatian National Theatre). Please stand by the main entrance on Sinjska street and look for your guide.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

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