Diocletian Palace and Split Old Town Small Group Walking Tour
by Split Local Guided Tours
Choose from 3 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€28Overview
This walking tour covers about 90 minutes and focuses on the history and architecture of Diocletian's Palace and Split Old Town. The tour begins at the Golden Gate, the main entrance to the palace, which also serves as the meeting point. The guide leads the group through the cellars of Diocletian's Palace, known as the substructures, where the original foundations of the 1700-year-old palace can be seen. The tour continues to the Peristyle, the central courtyard of the palace, and then explores the palace itself, located within the modern city of Split. Visitors will also see important landmarks such as the Vestibulum of Diocletian's Palace, the Cathedral of Saint Domnius, and the Temple of Jupiter. Outside the palace, the group visits Narodni Trg, also called Pjaca square, learning about its historical significance, and the Riva Harbor, the busiest street in Split known for its promenade. A licensed English-speaking guide leads this small-group tour, providing insights about the sites throughout. The tour includes entrance to the palace cellars and covers key spots in and around Diocletian's Palace and Split Old Town. Tips and gratuities are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Diocletian Palace Substructures
Visit the cellars beneath Diocletian's Palace, which reveal the original foundations and structures dating back nearly 1,700 years.
5 min
The Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace
See the central courtyard of the palace, which was the main open space for public gatherings and ceremonies.
5 min
Palazzo di Diocleziano
Visit the 1700 year old Diocletian's Palace in the modern city of Split.
30 min
The Golden Gate
View the main entrance to Diocletian's Palace, which also serves as the starting and meeting point of the tour.
5 min
Narodni Trg
Visit Pjaca square, an important historic city square in Split, and learn about its former civic roles.
5 min
Riva Harbor
Walk along the Riva promenade, the busiest and most popular street in Split along the waterfront.
5 min
Vestibulum of Diocletian's Palace
See the vestibule area of the palace, which served as an entrance hall within the complex.
5 min
Cathedral of Saint Domnius
Pass by the cathedral located within the palace complex.
5 min
Temple of Jupiter
Pass by Jupiters temple.
5 min
Meeting point
Meet at the Bronze Model of Split in the beginning of famous Riva promenade. Look for the PURPLE umbrella.
End point
Meet at the Bronze Model of Split in the beginning of famous Riva promenade. Look for the PURPLE umbrella.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Diocletian Palace and Split Old Town Small Group Walking Tour
by Split Local Guided Tours
Choose from 3 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€28Overview
This walking tour covers about 90 minutes and focuses on the history and architecture of Diocletian's Palace and Split Old Town. The tour begins at the Golden Gate, the main entrance to the palace, which also serves as the meeting point. The guide leads the group through the cellars of Diocletian's Palace, known as the substructures, where the original foundations of the 1700-year-old palace can be seen. The tour continues to the Peristyle, the central courtyard of the palace, and then explores the palace itself, located within the modern city of Split. Visitors will also see important landmarks such as the Vestibulum of Diocletian's Palace, the Cathedral of Saint Domnius, and the Temple of Jupiter. Outside the palace, the group visits Narodni Trg, also called Pjaca square, learning about its historical significance, and the Riva Harbor, the busiest street in Split known for its promenade. A licensed English-speaking guide leads this small-group tour, providing insights about the sites throughout. The tour includes entrance to the palace cellars and covers key spots in and around Diocletian's Palace and Split Old Town. Tips and gratuities are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Diocletian Palace Substructures
Visit the cellars beneath Diocletian's Palace, which reveal the original foundations and structures dating back nearly 1,700 years.
5 min
The Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace
See the central courtyard of the palace, which was the main open space for public gatherings and ceremonies.
5 min
Palazzo di Diocleziano
Visit the 1700 year old Diocletian's Palace in the modern city of Split.
30 min
The Golden Gate
View the main entrance to Diocletian's Palace, which also serves as the starting and meeting point of the tour.
5 min
Narodni Trg
Visit Pjaca square, an important historic city square in Split, and learn about its former civic roles.
5 min
Riva Harbor
Walk along the Riva promenade, the busiest and most popular street in Split along the waterfront.
5 min
Vestibulum of Diocletian's Palace
See the vestibule area of the palace, which served as an entrance hall within the complex.
5 min
Cathedral of Saint Domnius
Pass by the cathedral located within the palace complex.
5 min
Temple of Jupiter
Pass by Jupiters temple.
5 min
Meeting point
Meet at the Bronze Model of Split in the beginning of famous Riva promenade. Look for the PURPLE umbrella.
End point
Meet at the Bronze Model of Split in the beginning of famous Riva promenade. Look for the PURPLE umbrella.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.