Split Walking Tour: History, Legends & Tales

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Duration:1 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Location: Split, Dalmatia

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Join this tour to explore Split's rich heritage and transformation from Diocletian's era to today. I've been born and raised in Split and it makes me happy to share rich history, culture, and hidden gems of my hometown!

You will be a part of a small group so you can truly enjoy in each step of the way.

Let me take you on a walk through Split's ancient city and the iconic Diocletian's Palace. This tour offers a exploration and explanation of the rich heritage and transformation of this UNESCO World Heritage Site from the days of Emperor Diocletian to the vibrant present.

We'll stroll through cobbled streets of Split's Old Town, where every corner holds a story to be told. Learn about the impressive Palace walls and architecture of the palace complex which stands here over 1,700 years when Diocletian choose it as his luxurious residence.

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We'll start our tour at main promenade Riva. You'll see a model of Split and hear an introduction about Diocletian, his Palace and Split in general.
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We will pass through Substructures of Diocletian's Palace, a fascinating labyrinth of underground corridors and rooms that once served as the foundation of Emperor Diocletian's palace. As we explore this underground maze, you will marvel at the sophisticated engineering techniques used by the ancient Romans and imagine life within these rooms centuries ago.
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On our way to the next stop - Vestibulum, the grand entrance hall of Diocletian's Palace - we'll walk through the southern parts of the Palace, where Diocletian's Apartments once stood, as wells as Triklinium (dining Hall) and his gardens.
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Next stop - Peristyle! Peristyle is a unique experience, one of the closest touches of a modern man with the ancient heritage, not only Roman, but also Egyptian, as the Peristyle is closely watched over by a 3500 old and perfectly preserved sphinx, the witness of Split's history in making.
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Our next stop will be the Golden Gate, a magnificent entranceway that once welcomed visitors into Diocletian's Palace with its grandeur. Then we'll head to the statue of Gregory of Nin. Legend has it that rubbing the statue's big toe brings good luck and grants wishes. So, don't forget to make a wish!
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Just outside the walls of Diocletian’s Palace sits Pjaca (the official name: People’s Square. It is located just past the western walls of Diocletian’s Palace, at the exit of the Iron Gate. As the population grew, the palace became too small and Pjaca was the first area developed beyond the walls in the 14th century. Home to the former 15th-century city hall, Pjaca has been a gathering space for centuries, and it’s still a great place to enjoy a cup of coffee or a nighttime stroll.
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There are several landmarks decorating this not so large a square thriving with city life in bars, restaurants and exclusive shops, a venue often used also by fairs. The biggest is certainly the octagonal Venetian tower, the leftover of the former fortress, built in the 15th century for the defence of, at the time, a small town. Opposite the tower is a magnificent Palace of the old family Milesi from the 17th century with a spectacular Baroque facade, one of the best examples of that style in the whole of Dalmatia.
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As our journey comes full circle, we'll conclude our tour where it all began - Riva Harbor. From the ancient walls of Diocletian's Palace to the vibrant streets of Split, we've explored the rich tapestry of history and culture that defines this coastal gem.

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Posted By : Erik_L
Our tour guide was excellent, well-informed and presented everything in an engaging manner. We loved the funny stories and a lot of background information. Overall it’s a great mix of history and stories!
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Posted On : 2024-06-23 06:00:34

Posted By : Ellen_M
This was such a great tour. Very friendly tour guide with a lot of love, knowledge and interesting stories about Split. Highly recommended.
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Posted On : 2024-06-21 08:18:16

Posted By : Heta_S
Interesting stories about the old town. Easy to follow. One and half Hours was just right for the tour.
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Posted On : 2024-06-19 01:20:33

Posted By : Patricia_F
We really enjoyed all the stories and history Lucija shared with us about Split. We loved the tour and were verry happy to be a part of a small group.
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Posted On : 2024-06-14 12:46:28

Posted By : Ed_m7439
Favorite tour of our trip! It was very fun and informative. We saw all the “must see” sights and Lucija was so nice and let us stop and take some really great pictures. Would highly recommend
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Posted On : 2024-06-13 14:54:19

Posted By : 526kimmyy
I loved this tour sooo much. It was such a nice and easy to understand tour. Everything was interesting and Split is such a cool city so rich in history. Big thanks to Lucija for being so friendly and fun throughout the whole tour :)
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Posted On : 2024-06-13 14:47:09

Posted By : Harper_G
Excellent guide! Highly recommend Lucija is insightful and thoughtful with great positive energy. Lots of information! Funny and included great points of interest. Highly recommend, worth it.
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Posted On : 2024-06-11 13:25:03

Posted By : ElkeNeumamm
The tour offered a good first insight into the city. The tour guide was funny, had a bit of a dark sense of humor and was very knowledgeable.
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Posted On : 2024-06-06 07:35:14

Posted By : davidmK4372ZK
This tour was great, we really enjoyed and got to know so much about Split. Lucija is really kind and friendly, answered all our questions. I definitely recommend this tour.
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Posted On : 2024-06-06 06:54:55

Posted By : nikolinap426
Book this tour if you want to go with a local guide and enjoy all the history and fun local stories. It was an interesting tour, small group and personal approach. Overall, great tour. Thank you!
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Posted On : 2024-05-24 14:05:05