Walking Tour of Split with a 'Magister' of History

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Duration:1 hours 40 minutes to 1 hours 50 minutes (approx.)
Location: Split, Dalmatia

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This is a walking tour of Split with a local historian! Your guide Toni, the owner of Dioclespot Tours, will walk you through Split's center and explain its complex history and culture - from ancient Rome and Diocletian's Palace to modern times!

This tour was ranked 2nd best travel experience in Croatia in 2023 and it was placed in the top 1% of all experiences in the world!

Toni has a Master's degree in history, so he can provide much more knowledge than what is learned in a tour guide course. Also, Toni is a local, born and still living in Split!

He combines that with the expertise and education gained as a teacher to make his tours a true learning experience!

Toni speaks fluent English and enforces dialogue as much as possible during the tour since it provides much more personal contact with the guide and it's easier and more enjoyable to learn that way.

He will present you with 3D reconstructions of the sites visited, which are a result of Toni's own work and dedication!

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Split's Riviera, the most important site for all of the local residents. There are some graphic and model representations here that I use for an introduction to what is going to be shown inside the Palace. Also, the southern wall of Diocletian's Palace is beautifully seen from that spot.
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All the little details I will be showing you on the way, noble palaces, and many other things. Even though Split is most notable for its attractions from the Roman times, the City is filled with many medieval, renaissance and early modern age heritage.
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The central square of Diocletian's Palace and one of the most important squares of the city today. We will be able to see some incredibly preserved Roman structures, and I will show you my 3D reconstructions of the area to give you a better idea of how much of the decorations and buildings are still original.
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The Cathedral or the grave of emperor Diocletian (Mausoleum) is one of the best-preserved Roman structures in the city, and it's still in use to this day! I will explain everything you need to know about it, the bell tower and how it was converted from a grave to a Cathedral by the Christians. We will not be entering inside, but everything that needs to be know about will be said.
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The Temple of Jupiter, as they call it, is one of the best-preserved late-roman temples in the world. Here I will show you some anomalies and mistakes that the Romans did as they were constructing it! We will not be entering the temple, as I will show you everything relevant from the outside.
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Eastern entrance to Diocletian's Palace. Here is one of the best views of the Palace, with the Cathedral (Mausoleum) on one side, the Silver Gate on the other, and beneath us the only preserved part of the original road.
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Dominant and recognisable statue, a landmark of Split. I will explain you what it represents and what it means for Croatian language and culture of the early medieval times.
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Ancient entrance to Diocletian's private residence. From here I take you around the remains of Emperor's Diocletians's private residence.
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All the various palaces of noble families that we will see on our way through the Palace.
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All the various palaces of noble families that we will see.
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I will show you all of the filming locations of Game of Thrones in Split that we are traveling by if the group is interested. Also, we are passing by the fan shop.
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The main entrance to the Palace. The Golden Gate is the most preserved out of 4 entrances to the palace and also most decorated and most memorable. Also, the entire northern wall is visible form here and we can see how the medieval city was still using all of the Roman-made structures for defense, and how they removed what they didn't need.
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City Museum of Split is situated within one of the best-preserved and most beautiful renaissance noble Palaces. We are not entering the museum itself, but only its courtyard to see the renaissance palace from within. Here I also like to explain our Venetian history, since these kinds of palaces started to appear in their time.
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Here is where we end the tour, on Piazza Square. That is the main square of the city since medieval times. It is the most natural place to end the tour since everything else is easily reachable from here. On the square, we can see the 14th century Town Hall and other interesting structures.

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Posted By : W3116KJdavidv
We really enjoyed the tour and the time flew despite it being a very hot day. Toni was very thoughtful about keeping us out of the sun.

Very organized and prepared. Ahead of the tour Toni texted pin drop for the meeting location. He brought custom illustrations to help understand original building design. He had an organized plan for the history he shared. History presented in an easily relatable manner. We especially appreciated his explanation of the history of the palace and neighborhood over the past few decades

Thoughtful, courteous, friendly and fun. Happily answered guest questions
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Posted On : 2024-06-30 15:54:32

Posted By : Chris_C
Toni is an amazing historian! His knowledge of the Old City and the history of the palace is incredible. His use of renderings of the original construction and how this area has changed over time made for an incredible tour. Do not do the Old City without Toni's tour.
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Posted On : 2024-06-30 08:05:45

Posted By : nigelsM2581WZ
Tony is fun, really nice, and knows his stuff. It wouldn’t have been the same without him we learned so much. I would highly recomennd.
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Posted On : 2024-06-29 09:36:49

Posted By : Eve_C
I have just been on a fascinating guided tour around Old Split with Toni. Toni was a very friendly and knowledgeable guide and the excellent illustrations along with his brilliant narrative brought to life the fascinating history of Split, from ancient roman times, the medieval period up until now. If you visit Split you should book to go on this tour.
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Posted On : 2024-06-29 07:08:06

Posted By : Robin_R
Toni was an amazing guide and teacher! We loved learning about the history here and are so glad we chose this tour.
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Posted On : 2024-06-29 03:26:43

Posted By : Bill
Great knowledge of history, was able to address events that occurred over hundreds of years and show how that was reflected in the palace as we now see it

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Posted On : 2024-06-27 16:39:33

Posted By : Kathryn_A
One of the best tours we’ve ever taken. Toni was incredibly knowledgeable and engaging. Toni provided wonderful insights into Palace’s history and provided great context for how life has changed within the walls post 1991. Highly recommend!
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Posted On : 2024-06-27 02:24:16

Posted By : gevav2024
Interesting, funny, eloquent, great overview of the history of this part of Croatia. The time just flew! Thanks Toni!!
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Posted On : 2024-06-26 14:09:54

Posted By : Sabina_R
Toni was an excellent guide. Lots of interesting information given and he didn’t mind answering our many questions! We thoroughly enjoyed and would be happy to recommend the tour. Thank you.
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Posted On : 2024-06-26 10:22:08

Posted By : smallpkg
We (four people) had a wonderful, private walking tour with Toni. He is extremely knowledgeable and personable and he made the history of Diocletian's palace and Split come alive. In addition, Toni offered to tailor the tour to some specific interests of our little group. You won't be sorry if you book a tour with him!
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Posted On : 2024-06-25 14:13:14