Top Things to do in Split
What to do and see in Split, Dalmatia: The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day
The largest city on the Adriatic Coast, seaside delight Split has been under Roman, Venetian, Austrian, French, Italian and Yugoslav control. There is an abundance of restaurants and wine cellars. Sites such as Diocletian's Palace and Mausoleum, the Grgur Ninski Statue and the Cathedral and Bell Tower of St. Domnius justify its position as a UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site. The city's coves offer several lovely beaches, including central Bacvice. Ferries link Split to Dalmatian summer resorts.
Restaurants in Split
1. A-transfers Croatia
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 481 reviews
Unique Collection Ltd. is a company licensed and specialized for all kinds of passenger transportation including transfers, VIP transfers, car rental with driver and excursions to every destination on your demand. We are situated in Dubrovnik, Croatia and we offer our services among all Croatian territory, mainly focusing on the area of Dalmatia, from the island of Pag to Dubrovnik.
2. Putalj Winery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 354 reviews
Reviewed By Nessnessnessnessness - London, United Kingdom
Two friends and I planned this very last minute but it turned out to be a real highlight for us. Due to the current situation we were fortunate enough to have the whole place to ourselves but Sadan, the owner made just as much if not more of an effort to make this an amazing experience for us. The view from his first tasting room is incredible and the wine was free flowing while he shared facts about his craft and his life stories which were fascinating. You could tell he was passionate about wine! We ended up staying late talking, enjoying wine (one might say too much as it was as much as you can drink) and lovely cheese, ham and bread to go with it! Wir hatten sehr spontan entschieden diese Tour zu buchen aber es war die absolut richtige Entscheidung. Wir hatten einen tollen Abend mit viel Wein, tollen Geschichten des Eigentümers und Snacks. Allein für die Leidenschaft mit der Sadan, der Eigentümer über Wein und sein Leben spricht sind sie Tour wert. Sehr empfehlenswert.
3. Walking Tour of Split
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 432 reviews
Welcome to Split, one of the most beautiful and oldest Mediterranean cities, capital and centre of Croatian Dalmatia region. Old Town of Split with spectacular Roman Emperor Diocletian's Palace built in AD 305, has been inscribed as protected UNESCO World Heritage Site. With assistance of your Private, Licensed and Resident Tour Guide enjoy and explore this unique open-air living museum. In our town you will discover some of the best preserved examples of Antiquity and Medieval times in the World that once was characterized by the influences of the Old Greeks, Romans, Byzantines and later Venetians, Frenchs, Austrians and others...We warmly invite you to join us on this exciting interactive walking tour and reveal ancient and recent history, cultural treasures, pristine beauties as well as some secrets of our amazing hometown. Živili (Cheers)!!!
4. Adriatic Shuttle Transfers & Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 397 reviews
Adriatic shuttle offers you fast and reliable transfers and tours to and from all airports,ferry ports,hotels and tourist destinations in Croatia. We provide your private tours to our national parks and citys with our perfect english speaking drivers and top vehicles. Contact us for any questions See you soon in Croatia ;)
Reviewed By NorthernSweden
I have used their services twice, for transfer to and from Split Airport. The communication before was excellent, they responded quickly and with all necessary information. The transfer arrived on time, the drive was comfortable (good driving and nice cars). The drivers were very service minded and friendly. Got a bottle of water at pick-up at the airport, which was appreciated. I will definately use them on my next trip to Split!
5. Diocletians Dream
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 189 reviews
Our Virtual Reality Movie Experience is an innovative way of getting up close and personal with the Emperor and experience life inside the walls of his Palace. We are located 50m from the palace walls with views on the Golden Gate. The movie is approx 15 minute presentation which is narrated in Croatian, English, Italian, German and French. The movie experience shows every 30 minutes on the hour. Max persons 15 per showing. This is a seated experience in a beautifully themed air conditioned viewing room.
Reviewed By JaneM2148
Really well done. So much attention to detail. A fun informative experience for all ages to enjoy. It's an museum tour I'll always remember. Highly recommend :)
6. Palazzo di Diocleziano
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9,355 reviews
The ruins of the Roman Emperor Diocletian's palace date back to the late 3rd to early 4th century A.D.
Reviewed By drtyagi2017 - Meerut District, India
Split, Croatia Split, a town on Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast, is known for the fortressl ike complex at its center, Diocletian's Palace, erected by the Roman emperor in the 4th century , within its white stone walls and under its courtyards are a cathedral and numerous shops, bars, cafes, hotels and houses. Unknown to many the town claims fame to being the inventor of Neckties and Dalmatian dogs
7. Croatian National Theater
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
The theater building was built in 1893, and since 1940, HNK Split has been operating as an institution. With opera, drama and ballet ensembles, the Croatian National Theater Split prepares and performs music-stage and dramatic programs of contemporary works, works of national and international music-scene and drama heritage.
Reviewed By poppybill - Ararat, Australia
The Croatian National Opera (or HNK in Croatian) is located in the centre of Split at the end of Marmontov. The Opera House, built in 1891 and refurbished in 1979, is a classic small opera theatre with four layers of boxes and seats, all ornately decorated. The prices are amazingly cheap, with the best seats at 150kn, bookable on the internet. This is a fraction of opera prices elsewhere. We saw Verdi’s The Force of Destiny, with Destiny played by a slender female in a black leather cheong sam, toting a Colt 45. Only downsides are rather hard seats, and just 4 cubicles in the ladies room.
8. Poljud Stadium
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 160 reviews
Reviewed By VedranCotic - Split, Croatia
I'm a member of a Club, I had a season ticket, and a stock holder as well... I'm going on Poljud 22 years, but this is the first time to visit stadium inside with guide. My girlfriend and friends from Istria came to Split and I wanted to show them a great history of my football club "Hajduk" Split. You can buy tickets in a fan-shop, 35 HRK per person or 5 €. Stadium was built 1979 for a Mediterranean games, it has 35 000 seats, construction is 20 meters inside the earth, so it's very safe stadium. Yes, stadium needs a new face lifting, they said maybe 13 million euros will do everything... Inside they show you all the trophies around the globe, Hajduk was first team in World who visit every continent... Hajduk played big international match 1944 in Bari (Italy) against British Army, it was a big scream in the World, Hajduk is a honorary team of Free France by Charles de Gaulle ! 18 champions titles, many Cups, Supercups, 5 states, many big players... But...you must be in Split on the match, then you'll see "Torcida", the oldest european ultra fan organization, established 1950 ! Our guide was very knowledgeable, very kind and helpful, recommend !
9. Galerija Mestrovic
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 496 reviews
Galerija Meštrović houses the masterpieces of Ivan Meštrović carved in marble, bronze and wood. The house was built based on Meštrović's design (1931 - 1939), and was intended to be his family summer residence, working studio and exhibition space. It is surrounded by a Mediterranean garden which, with its bronze sculptures and the view of the sea and of central Dalmatian islands makes a unique example of landscape architecture.
Reviewed By IN_Travelers47906 - West Lafayette, United States
Before going, you want to check to make sure the gallery will be open. If you walk, you will probably need 45-50 minutes to reach the Gallery from Diocletian’s Palace (as an example of a starting point). It is a pleasant walk, although slightly uphill at the end. If the temperature and humidity are oppressive you may want to consider public transportation. I am no help there, since I walked in May when the weather was very pleasant. However, you get there, if you appreciate art and artists, the trip will be well worth your time. His work (mostly bronze and marble statues) is remarkable. You can anticipate perhaps 1 hour in the gallery. After that you will want to take the 10-minute walk down and across the road to visit his chapel, which includes a lovely courtyard and large wood bas-relief carvings Mestrovic created to line the walls of his chapel. The walk to the chapel and your time there will probably take around 45 minutes total. So, with the walk to the gallery, time at the gallery and time at the chapel, you can probably count on 3 hours total. If you are adventuresome, we followed the shoreline from the chapel back into Split. It was about an hour walk back, but it was a pleasant surprise on a beautiful day. The path first passes through a small park with a public ocean swimming area, then past an Olympic swimming facility, through more park and then to the Split Marina. The views of Split from the marina are spectacular. I honestly had never heard of Ivan Meštrović prior to our 3-week trip through Croatia, but, having now been there, I have a true appreciation for the man’s art and his importance to the country of Croatia. Although the Gallery and Chapel are the places to see the largest collections of his work, other works are literally found throughout the country. So, if you plan to travel elsewhere in Croatia beyond Split, stay alert for his name and his works.
10. Jaman Art
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 44 reviews
Jaman gallery represent work of academic painter Danijel Jaman. You can enjoy in vibrant and colorful Jaman's art. Jaman is one the most unique and creative Croatian artist and this gallery became one important culture point and attraction when you visiting Split.
