Split Walking Tour with Professor of History
by Split Walking Tour with History Professor
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Split is a city with a rich Roman heritage centered on the vast Diocletian's Palace complex. This walking tour lasts about two hours and twenty minutes and is led by a professor of history who is also a local guide. The tour begins on the Riva promenade, a lively waterfront area where locals gather. From there, the route goes through the palace cellars, which are some of the best-preserved ancient substructures in the world. The tour continues to the Peristyle, the central square of Diocletian's Palace, where the emperor once appeared to his subjects. Next is the Vestibule, a circular hall once used as an imperial meeting room. The guide then points out the Cathedral of Saint Domnius, viewed from outside, and the Temple of Jupiter, also seen only from the exterior. On the way to the Golden Gate, the group walks along what is believed to be the world's narrowest street, called "Let me pass street." The Golden Gate served as the main northern entrance to the palace and was elaborately decorated in Roman times. Afterward, the tour visits the statue of Gregory of Nin, where touching the toe is said to bring good luck. The route proceeds along Marmontova Ulica, named after Napoleon's marshal who contributed to the city's urban development, and then to Republic Square (Prokurative), a large square surrounded by neo-Renaissance buildings. The final stop is Fruit's Square, a small historic square known for its fruit sellers and monuments including the statue of Marko Marulić, with stories about Croatian history and local gastronomy shared along the way. The tour includes all fees and taxes but excludes alcoholic drinks.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Riva Harbor
The tour starts at the Riva promenade beside a model of Diocletian's Palace. Riva is a popular spot where locals drink coffee and enjoy the sun, serving as a hub for public life in Split.
15 min
Diocletian Palace Substructures
These basement halls are among the best-preserved remains from classical antiquity worldwide. The substructures significantly contributed to Split's historic center being designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1979.
15 min
The Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace
The Peristyle is the palace's central square, once a ceremonial space where Emperor Diocletian appeared to his subjects, who showed respect by kneeling or bowing before him under the central architrave.
10 min
Vestibule (The Rotonda)
The Vestibule, also called The Rotonda, is the first part of the imperial corridor in Diocletian's Palace leading from the Peristyle, formerly the formal entrance to the imperial apartments. Constructed by the early 4th century as the original section of the palace, it is a circular hall 12 meters in diameter and once covered by a dome 17 meters high. It was built as a grand meeting hall intended only for selected audiences such as ambassadors.
10 min
Cathedral of Saint Domnius
The cathedral combines elements of a Roman temple, mausoleum, and church. The tour views it from outside only, with detailed information provided for those interested in visiting inside after the tour.
20 min
Temple of Jupiter
Originally dedicated to the Roman god Jupiter, this temple was later converted into a baptistery for St. John the Baptist. The tour passes by the temple's exterior and walks through 'Let me pass street,' considered the world's narrowest street, located between the temple and a medieval building.
10 min
The Golden Gate
The northern gate of Diocletian's Palace, known as the Golden Gate, was the emperor's main entrance and was richly decorated. It was sealed during the Middle Ages but restored and reopened in modern times as a tourist attraction.
15 min
Grgur Ninski Statue
The statue of Gregory of Nin by Ivan Meštrović in Split stands 8.5 meters (28 feet) tall and is a busy tourist location. Rubbing the statue's toe is believed to bring good luck, which has worn the toe smooth and shiny.
10 min
Marmontova Ulica
Named after Napoleon's marshal Marmont, who helped urbanize Dalmatian cities, this street is considered the most beautiful in Split.
10 min
Prokurative
Known as Republic Square, this large open area is surrounded on three sides by ornate neo-Renaissance buildings called the Prokurative.
10 min
Fruit's Square (Trg Brace Radic)
The final stop is a small historic square where women once sold fruit. It features monuments like the statue of Marko Marulić, the father of Croatian literature, and is a place for stories about Croatian history and traditional food.
15 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Split Walking Tour with Professor of History
by Split Walking Tour with History Professor
Choose from 1 available option
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.€40Overview
Split is a city with a rich Roman heritage centered on the vast Diocletian's Palace complex. This walking tour lasts about two hours and twenty minutes and is led by a professor of history who is also a local guide. The tour begins on the Riva promenade, a lively waterfront area where locals gather. From there, the route goes through the palace cellars, which are some of the best-preserved ancient substructures in the world. The tour continues to the Peristyle, the central square of Diocletian's Palace, where the emperor once appeared to his subjects. Next is the Vestibule, a circular hall once used as an imperial meeting room. The guide then points out the Cathedral of Saint Domnius, viewed from outside, and the Temple of Jupiter, also seen only from the exterior. On the way to the Golden Gate, the group walks along what is believed to be the world's narrowest street, called "Let me pass street." The Golden Gate served as the main northern entrance to the palace and was elaborately decorated in Roman times. Afterward, the tour visits the statue of Gregory of Nin, where touching the toe is said to bring good luck. The route proceeds along Marmontova Ulica, named after Napoleon's marshal who contributed to the city's urban development, and then to Republic Square (Prokurative), a large square surrounded by neo-Renaissance buildings. The final stop is Fruit's Square, a small historic square known for its fruit sellers and monuments including the statue of Marko Marulić, with stories about Croatian history and local gastronomy shared along the way. The tour includes all fees and taxes but excludes alcoholic drinks.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Riva Harbor
The tour starts at the Riva promenade beside a model of Diocletian's Palace. Riva is a popular spot where locals drink coffee and enjoy the sun, serving as a hub for public life in Split.
15 min
Diocletian Palace Substructures
These basement halls are among the best-preserved remains from classical antiquity worldwide. The substructures significantly contributed to Split's historic center being designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1979.
15 min
The Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace
The Peristyle is the palace's central square, once a ceremonial space where Emperor Diocletian appeared to his subjects, who showed respect by kneeling or bowing before him under the central architrave.
10 min
Vestibule (The Rotonda)
The Vestibule, also called The Rotonda, is the first part of the imperial corridor in Diocletian's Palace leading from the Peristyle, formerly the formal entrance to the imperial apartments. Constructed by the early 4th century as the original section of the palace, it is a circular hall 12 meters in diameter and once covered by a dome 17 meters high. It was built as a grand meeting hall intended only for selected audiences such as ambassadors.
10 min
Cathedral of Saint Domnius
The cathedral combines elements of a Roman temple, mausoleum, and church. The tour views it from outside only, with detailed information provided for those interested in visiting inside after the tour.
20 min
Temple of Jupiter
Originally dedicated to the Roman god Jupiter, this temple was later converted into a baptistery for St. John the Baptist. The tour passes by the temple's exterior and walks through 'Let me pass street,' considered the world's narrowest street, located between the temple and a medieval building.
10 min
The Golden Gate
The northern gate of Diocletian's Palace, known as the Golden Gate, was the emperor's main entrance and was richly decorated. It was sealed during the Middle Ages but restored and reopened in modern times as a tourist attraction.
15 min
Grgur Ninski Statue
The statue of Gregory of Nin by Ivan Meštrović in Split stands 8.5 meters (28 feet) tall and is a busy tourist location. Rubbing the statue's toe is believed to bring good luck, which has worn the toe smooth and shiny.
10 min
Marmontova Ulica
Named after Napoleon's marshal Marmont, who helped urbanize Dalmatian cities, this street is considered the most beautiful in Split.
10 min
Prokurative
Known as Republic Square, this large open area is surrounded on three sides by ornate neo-Renaissance buildings called the Prokurative.
10 min
Fruit's Square (Trg Brace Radic)
The final stop is a small historic square where women once sold fruit. It features monuments like the statue of Marko Marulić, the father of Croatian literature, and is a place for stories about Croatian history and traditional food.
15 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.