Private Split History Tour with Local Wine & Food Tasting

5.0
(4 reviews)
Split, Croatia

2 hours 15 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 3 more

Discover Split through its most iconic landmarks, from the ancient grandeur of Diocletian’s Palace to the lively heart of Peristyle Square. Then savor the essence of Dalmatia with a curated tasting of local wines paired with regional specialties—prosciutto, artisan cheeses, and homemade delicacies. Along the way, your guide will share insider insights into the area’s winemaking heritage and rich culinary traditions.

This experience is fully customizable, with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available upon request.

Perfect for history lovers, food enthusiasts, and travelers seeking an authentic, immersive taste of Split.

What's Included

Three high-quality local wines (red/white)
For our young guests there will be tasty non-alcoholic drinks
Entry/Admission - Old Split
Tasting of local products included prosciutto, cheese, olive oil, olives, homemade bread

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

For your convenience, we can also arrange to speak by phone beforehand to set an easy meeting point.

OR
Meeting point
Brass Gate (Porta Aenea)

We will meet you at your desired or prearranged location. Your driver or tour guide will have your name displayed on a sign or on their phone for easy recognition.

End point
Narodni trg

Our tour will conclude at the beautiful medieval square of Split, known as People’s Square (Pjaca).

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Riva Harbor

    Our tour will start at the beautiful heart of Split, called the Riva. This is our living room — a place where we locals love to spend most of our time, living out a part of our culture: the art of doing nothing. We enjoy sitting for a coffee and talking for hours.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Diocletian Palace Substructures

    We will enter the substructure of Diocletian’s Palace. There, we will witness the passage of time and brilliant Roman architecture that showcases the engineering genius of the ancient world. The entire structure was designed to function as a natural cooling system for storing food supplies, water, wine, and olive oil.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    The Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace

    The main square of the Emperor’s Palace is surrounded by majestic Egyptian columns and a sphinx. Nearby, there is a bell tower and an ancient Roman temple dedicated to the chief god, Jupiter.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    The Golden Gate

    The Golden Gate is the most recognized and luxurious entrance to the palace. It’s such a strategic approach. On the opposite side, we have the large statue of Gregory of Nin, created by the famous local sculptor Ivan Meštrović.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Narodni Trg

    Our beautiful Venetian medieval square features a majestic Gothic city hall. Locally, it’s called the People’s Square, or “Pjaca.” We locals love this square; it’s packed with historical heritage.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Zinfandel Food & Wine Bistro

    We save the best for last: a local wine tasting featuring wines exclusively from this region. Croatian wines that I’m positive will literally blow your mind, accompanied by intriguing stories about the wines and their origins. Enjoy some local bites like prosciutto, cheese, olive oil, and bread.

    1 hour 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
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
Supplied by Black Apple Tours

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Wine Tastings
Private Sightseeing Tours
Walking Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Wine Tours
Shore Excursions
Food & Drink
Spring Break
New Product
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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