Split & Diocletian Palace Historical Walking Tour

4.9
(28 reviews)

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

On the tour, you'll see and learn about all the important highlights of Diocletian's Palace and its (and the city's) history. As we walk through the palace, we'll learn how it changed over time into the city we see today.

Among many other things, you'll also learn about how Diocletian went from a nobody to the most powerful man in the world before retiring into this palace.

What's Included

Small group tour (if option selected)
Educated guide to show you around.
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Peristil ulica

Meeting point is on the Peristil (look for the yellow umbrella next to the tallest bell tower in the center of the palace)

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    The Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace

    Central square of Diocletian's palace, from which you can get to almost all other locations within the palace.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Diocletian Palace Substructures

    Central hallway and most important information about the foundation of the palace. Go through the substructures of Diocletian's Palace, where you'll learn about the history of it's construction and their function over the ages. Note, we won't visit the museum part of the substructures, and you can visit it after the tour.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Riva Harbor

    Learn about the waterfront of the city, and the south wall of the palace.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Fruit's Square (Trg Brace Radic)

    Old Venetian citadel and the sculpture of Marko Marulić.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Temple of Jupiter (Pass by)

    Last remaining ancient Roman temple in the palace.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Vestibulum of Diocletian's Palace

    Entrance hall of Diocletian's personal quarters. See the vestibule of emperor Diocletian, where you'll learn about it's history and potentially hear traditional Dalmatian singing.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Triklinij

    Remains of and a partial reconstruction of Diocletian's personal walkway and dining hall

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • City Museum of Split (Pass by)

    15th century Venetian palace that is now the museum of the City.

    Admission ticket free
  • Cathedral of Saint Domnius (Pass by)

    Cathedral in the mausoleum of emperor Diocletian.

    Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Grgur Ninski Statue

    Statue made by Meštrović, of the father of Croatian language, in front of the north gate of Diocletian Palace

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    The Golden Gate

    Main entrance of Diocletian's Palace, where you'll learn about it and see the statue of Gregory of Nin, and learn his importance to our history and language.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 9
    Riva Harbor

    See a bronze model of the Diocletian's Palace, and learn about the history of Split's beautiful Riva promenade.

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • Zeljezna Vrata (Pass by)

    The 12th-century clock tower and The church of Our Lady of the Belfry.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Archaeology Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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