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Experience Split History With Local Historian
Experience Split History Walking Tour is private & exclusive personalized tour led by a professional historian and local who gives you unique approach to the history but also to the life of Split.On this tour we will discover Unesco World Heritage unique site Diocletian`s Palace with its main atractions such as Golden Gate, Central Substructures, Peristyle, & Vestibule but also medieval heritage & hidden gems of the city. See the sights, Hear the story & Feel the vibe!
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Golden Gate
We will meet at Golden Gate (not really made of gold but of stone), northern gate of the Diocletian`s Palace and one of the most known places in Split. Golden Gate are situated opposite to one more very known monument, Gregory of Nin.
Here you will be introduced to the history of Split and importance of Golden Gate.
Gregory of Nin statue
You will hear interesting story and facts about historical person Gregory of Nin. Also you will hear about highest monument in Split dedicated to him and about sculptor of the monument.
Diocletian`s Palace
Diocletian`s Palace is the main city monument located in the center of the old city and whole city itself. Built by one of the most successful emperors of Roman Empire, it is one of the best preserved monument of its kind. Here you will be able to hear the story and facts about Roman emperor Diocletian as well as see and hear about the most important parts and hidden gems of his Palace. Also you will found out about transition of the Palace to the medieval city with its own specifics.
The Peristyle of Diolcetian`s Palace
While you are standing in the center of the Diocletian`s Palace, the Peristyle, you will be able to hear about its function and importance. As a central spot of the Palace, Peristyle was a place of connecting but also dividing people from the Emperor. From it, it is possible to have a great look around and understand, while you are listening, how the life in Palace was functioning. Also from this point you will be able to see Emperors Mausoleum which is today city Cathedral with its bell tower and hear about transitions of the buildings and life as result of expansion of christianity.
Also, from this place we will check up Triclinium, where you will be able to hear about eating habits of the Emperors and Romans in general as well as about the organization of Emperor`s dining room, Indispensable part are also Vestibul, the pre-entrance of the Emperors apartment and Jupiter`s Temple where ceremonials in gods honor were held.
From Peristyle we will enter into the central part of the cellars of the Diocletian`s Palace where I am going to tell you about its usage during history as well as about its importance in history of Split but nowadays also.
Fruit Square
Here you will find out why this small and charming square is called Fruit Square. You will hear about known Croatian writer and its monument which stands in the middle of it as well as about some significant buildings which are surrounding the square.
People`s Square
People`s Square or so called Pjaca (Piazza) is, from medieval times till nowadays, main city square. With having a view on its surrounding architecture and its characteristics you will be able to find out interesting facts and customs about life of the people who lived in medieval and newer periods. City Hall, noble palaces, one of the oldest bookstores and other significant buildings give this square invaluable importance as one fo the most important city places.
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Inclusions & Exclusions
- Private licensed English speaking guide
- Pick up in the city center
The entrance fees (not needed - optional)
- Meals
- Transportation
- Souvenirs
- Personal Expenses
Tour Important Information
Tour itinerary as well as starting time is adjustable to different interests or needs.
Places such as Cathedral, bell tower and Jupiter`s Temple are seen from outside. In case that you want to make a inside visit please anounce me that before because of the tour expenses (ex. tickets).
I suggest you to wear comfortable shoes and in case of the hot wheather a hat and bottle of water.
Important message from the guide
I am mostly available every day and on every part of day but because of another possible reservations on the same day please contact me before the reservation so that we can settle an exact hour and everything what is necessary.
Except Split I am available for guiding in places like Trogir, Šibenik, Zadar and other places.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
