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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

  • JULY 11, 2017: Empty courtyard in Diocletian's Palace.

    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…

  • View in a bright sunny day of fortress Klis near Split in Croatia.

    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…

  • 500px Photo ID: 130117679 - Solin ancient arena old ruins, Dalmatia, Croatia

    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…

  • Baptistery of St. John formerly the Roman Temple of Jupiter, Diocletian's Palace, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Split, Croatia, Europe

    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…

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    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…

  • Figurative carvings on Roman-era tomb at Archaeological Museum.

    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…

  • 500px Photo ID: 102534255 - Diocletian palace UNESCO world heritage site in Split, Dalmatia, Croatia

    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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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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