If you are planning to visit Split and the UNESCO inscribed monument of Emperor Diocletian's Palace, there is no better way to learn its fascinating story than THIS TOUR!
Enjoy a personalized approach and a comprehensive historical presentation. Learn all you need to know about the history and architecture of Split in a truly engaging way.
Have a great time & interact with your guide by asking as many questions as you wish!
Your guide Meggie will be waiting for you at the agreed location. For the beginning she will provide you with all the introductory information about Emperor Diocletian's Palace. This way understanding its complex history will be a piece of cake!
We shall be entering the Palace by the so called Brass Gate- located at the Palace's southern façade. As we proceed through the central Basement Hall area, we will have the chance to fully understand the importance of this particular area of the Palace- it is the best preserved part of the whole edifice, as it was initially build back in the late antiquity era!
This is where the real fun starts! Let your guide transfer you literally back in time, by explaining everything about the Imperial Mausoleum, the Cathedral of St. Domnius, The Baptistry of St. John the Baptist, the ancient Egyptian Sphinx...and so much more!
We have so many things to discover at this part of the Palace! We will analyze the ancient military defense tactics used in the Palace, we will decipher the hidden symbolical messages conveyed by its architectural features, and we will even get some good luck totally free of charge by meeting Gregory of Nin- the iconic lucky charm of the city of Split!
Time to leave the ancient era behind and learn all about the intriguing medieval history of Split!
Join Meggie on a stroll through the former Jewish Ghetto located in the north-west part of the Palace.
Admire the charming Pjaca Square with it's multi-layered architecture. Discover the hidden beauty of the Iron Gate, and meet Croatia's National Poet Marko Marulić at the Fruit Square.
Meggie will escort you back to Riva waterfront where she will be more than happy to answer any additional questions you may have regarding your stay in Split.
licensed ( certified) local guide's fee
commission
local taxes
bank charges
Private expenses
Entrance fees to all local sights and monuments: Split's Cathedral/ the Mausoleum/ Jupiter's Temple, The Baptistry , the Crypt, the Substructures, all local museums and Exhibitions- (all optional & available on request- to be paid on site)
The tour is implemented without any transportation- we will be covering all the area by foot.
The activity level is low, but kindly note that there are several steps on the way, therefore the tour is not recommended for wheelchair users.
available daily in the afternoons and evenings
ALL MY TOURS ARE ALSO FAMILY+ KIDS FRIENDLY