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Aerial view of Split's historic Diocletian's Palace, Old Town and Marjan hill.

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Overview

Always buzzing and exuberant, Split (Croatia’s second-largest city) has just the right balance of tradition and modernity – the perfect place to see Dalmatian life as it’s really lived.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

Diocletian’s Palace

Split

Taking up a prime harborside position, the extraordinary complex of Diocletian's Palace is one of the most imposing ancient Roman structures in existence…

Klis Fortress

Split

Controlling the valley leading into Split, the imposing Klis Fortress spreads along a limestone bluff, reaching 1260ft (385m) at its highest point. Its…

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Salona

Split

The ruins of the ancient city of Salona, situated at the foot of the mountains just northeast of Split, are the most archaeologically important in Croatia…

St Dominus Cathedral belfry, Diocletian's Palace .

Cathedral of St Domnius

Split

Split’s octagonal cathedral is one of the best-preserved ancient Roman buildings still standing. It was built as a mausoleum for Diocletian, the last…

Temple of Jupiter

Split

Although it's now the cathedral's baptistery, this wonderfully intact building was originally an ancient Roman temple dedicated to the king of the gods…

Marjan Forest Park

Split

Looming up to 178m over Split's western fringes, this nature reserve occupies a big space in Split's psyche. The views over the city and surrounding…

Archaeological Museum

Split

A treasure trove of classical sculpture and mosaics is displayed at this excellent museum, a short walk north of the town centre. Most of the vast…

Peristil

Split

This picturesque colonnaded ancient Roman peristyle (courtyard) lies at the very heart of Diocletian's Palace. In summer you can almost be guaranteed a…

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Day Trips

Split is one of Croatia's most charming cities, and there's more to see beyond the city limits. Try these day trips to castles, medieval towns and islands.

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