Split was highly rated for history by 485 guests from the United States!Split Travel Guide
The Sunny Side of Croatia
Stunning Split stands proudly on the eastern shores of the Adriatic Sea, and due to its great climate is called the Mediterranean Flower. It features eclectic architecture, spectacular views and delicious cuisine.
Split is centered around the ancient Roman Palace of the Emperor Diocletian, a magnificent building constructed at the beginning of the 4th century AD and featuring limestone and marble towers, columns and courtyards. It lies in a bay decorated with white sails of yachts, as sailing is definitely Split’s big thing!
The city is full of architectural gems, one of which is St. Duje’s Cathedral, the oldest cathedral in the world, built in 305 AD and combining both Roman and Catholic influences. Nearby Varoš is a must-see, one of the city’s oldest parts, full of charming streets and beautiful houses.
Make sure you visit the Bačvice Beach and the Riva promenade, popular with locals and full of cafés and palm trees. While on the hunt for local specialities, try soparnik - wood fired dough filled with vegetables - or local soft drinks Pipi and Orela.
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What Guests Said About Split:
Anonymous
United Arab Emirates
8.0
Very Good
reviews
Split has a nice ambiance, but the old town is far too...
Split has a nice ambiance, but the old town is far too touristic. In many ways, it feels like a staging area for the ferrys. I was underwhelmed by the historical monuments and by the restaurant offerings.
Alyse
United States of America
10
Exceptional
reviews
An amazing city.
An amazing city. I have visited numerous "Old Towns" and ancient cities from multitudes of centuries. Split is oldest - 3rd and 4th centurys!! It in is remarkable condition and state of repair. It has combined the history, ancient structures, and modern day society beautifully.
Alec
United Arab Emirates
8.0
Very Good
reviews
Loved the history and architecture.
Loved the history and architecture. The town centre is a labyrinth of small streets with bars and restaurants and a general friendly buzz from tourists.
Split is easy to get to from the airport on the shuttle bus. It is also a great stop off on the way to the islands.
There are lots of steps in Split which possibly make it difficult for wheel chairs and prams.
Anonymous
United Kingdom
10
Exceptional
reviews
I loved split so much we spent 12 days there!
I loved split so much we spent 12 days there! However the nightlife isn't great, only good on Friday and Saturdays but that might have been due to the fact we went early June. So much cheap great food if you look up restaurants before you go out to eat. We visited hvar by catamaran for the equivalent of £16 and went to Krka also. We hired bikes which was fantastic fun to see marjan and various beaches. I would recommend doing all around diocletians palace and remember your student card as major discounts with it.
Most beaches were stony but I now actually prefer that as it is so much cleaner and the water is so clear. Very fun to swim in.
Manuel
Switzerland
8.0
Very Good
reviews
Split is worth visiting for many reasons: the opportunity to...
Split is worth visiting for many reasons: the opportunity to see the outstanding and well-preserved remains of the Diocletian's Palace and to stroll around the Old Town to discover and enjoy nice squares and delightful cafes. The waterfront (Riva) is an amazing place to relax and enjoy the sunset. There are good options for dining and nearby sandy or pebble beaches. There are convenient connections to nearby islands too.
Gael
Australia
10
Exceptional
reviews
Make sure you take at least one ferry trip to an island.
Make sure you take at least one ferry trip to an island. Recommend Vis for overnight stay. Venture out of the old city walls to see how locals live. Walk the old city early morning or at night to avoid the guided tours & day trippers from cruise ships.
“Owners were fabulous - we arrived very late (after getting lost) and they were nothing but kind and extremely helpful, including jumping in the car with us to find parking. The room was beautiful, impeccably clean and location was amazing, right in the centre of Split. Would have loved to have stayed longer! ”
“Beautiful, clean and spacious property in the heart of Split. The owner Bruna was extremely friendly and gave us lots of local tips on where to eat out etc. I will definitely stay here again next time I visit Croatia! ”
“The hotel staff went out of their way to help me get a taxi at a very early hour in the morning and packed me a breakfast to go. The location was incredibly convenient if you only have a short time in Split.”
“Joseph, the host, is great. He speaks perfect English and communicated with me promptly before, during, and after my stay. He picked me up at the airport for no extra charge and gave me advice about navigating around Split.
The location is quite good--a 10-15 minute walk into the center of the old town and not much further to get to the main Bacvice beach.
It's clean, comfortable, and modern--things other apartments I rented in Croatia on this trip were not!”
“Staff were excellent, very friendly. Brand new rooms in a building by the marina. Lovely beach nearby and about 20mins walk to Split. Good to be away from the busy centre. Fantastic room with sofa, big comfy bed, great shower and terrace.”
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