Split

Diocletian's Palace Apartment

A renovated apartment inside the 1,700-year-old Roman palace walls, steps from the Peristyle and cathedral.

Bačvice Beach Hotel

A family hotel right by the sandy Bačvice beach, minutes on foot from the Old Town and ferry port.

Meje & Marjan Quiet Villa

A residential area at the foot of Marjan Hill with villas and small hotels, quieter than the Old Town core.

Žnjan Family Resort

A newer beach district east of the center with modern apartment resorts, promenades and calm swimming coves.

Veli Varoš Boutique Guesthouse

A small guesthouse in the old fishermen's quarter at the base of Marjan, narrow stone lanes and local charm.

Ferry Port Practical Apartment

A practical apartment near the ferry and bus terminal, ideal before an early-morning departure to the islands.

Split Airport Transfer

Split Airport (SPU) is in Kaštela, about 20-25 minutes by shuttle, taxi or bus to the city center.

Ferry Port (Trajektna Luka)

Split's harbor is the main Jadrolinija hub for the Dalmatian islands, right next to the bus and train stations.

Catamaran to Hvar

A fast catamaran (about 1 hour) connects Split to Hvar Town, one of the Adriatic's most popular islands.

Ferry to Brač (Supetar/Bol)

A car ferry to Supetar (about 50 minutes) or a faster passenger catamaran to Bol, home of Zlatni Rat beach.

City Buses (Promet Split)

The local bus network connects the Old Town, Bačvice, Žnjan and Marjan neighborhoods — cheap and frequent.

Split Train & Bus Station

The main train and intercity bus terminal sits right by the ferry port, with connections to Zagreb and beyond.

Pizzeria Sette Sorelle

Pizzeria Sette Sorelle is a highly-rated restaurant, boasting an impressive 4.9 from 11427 reviews.

📍Trg Franje Tuđmana 3, 21000, Split, Croatia · View on map

Cicibela food and wine bar (SPLIT)

Cicibela food and wine bar is a restaurant with a 4.9-star rating from 5040 reviews.

📍Senjska ul. 8, 21000, Split, Croatia · View on map

Konoba Fetivi

Konoba Fetivi is a seafood restaurant, highly rated at 4.6 from 1717 reviews.

📍Ul. Tomića stine 4, 21000, Split, Croatia · View on map

Stow Coffee Roasters Split — Specialty Coffee Shop

Stow Coffee Roasters Split is a specialty coffee shop, boasting a 4.7-star rating from 834 reviews.

📍Ul. Zrinsko Frankopanska 13, 21000, Split, Croatia · View on map

Veg

Enjoy delicious vegan cuisine at this highly-rated restaurant, boasting 4.5 stars from 1116 reviews.

📍Ujevićeva poljana 5, 21000, Split, Croatia · View on map

ZOI

ZOI is a fine dining restaurant, highly rated at 4.3 stars from 841 reviews.

📍Obala Hrvatskog narodnog preporoda 23, 21000, Split, Croatia · View on map

Bačvice Beach & Picigin

A sandy, shallow city beach (rare on this coast) where locals play picigin — a UNESCO-listed local ball game.

Diocletian's Palace Cellars

Vast underground Roman halls beneath the palace — a fun labyrinth for kids and a real Game of Thrones filming set.

Marjan Hill Forest Park

A pine-forested peninsula above the city with walking trails, playgrounds and the Vidilica viewpoint café.

Touch Grgur Ninski's Toe

A giant bronze statue by sculptor Ivan Meštrović near the Golden Gate — touching the shiny toe is said to bring luck.

Klis Fortress Day Trip

A medieval hilltop fortress 15 minutes from Split with sweeping views and Game of Thrones Meereen scenes.

Zlatni Rat Beach Day Trip

A ferry to Bol on Brač island reaches Croatia's most photographed beach, a shifting pebble spit into turquoise water.

St. Domnius Bell Tower Climb

A narrow spiral climb up the 12th-century Romanesque bell tower for the best panoramic view over the palace and sea.

Peristyle Square Evenings

The sunken Roman courtyard at the palace's heart, ringed by columns, cafés and live a cappella klapa singing.

Split City Museum (Papalić Palace)

A Gothic-Renaissance noble palace inside the Old Town housing Split's history from Roman times to today.

Meštrović Gallery

The former residence and studio of sculptor Ivan Meštrović in Meje, now a museum of his monumental works and gardens.

Game of Thrones Filming Tour

A guided walk connecting the palace cellars, Peristyle steps and nearby Klis Fortress used as Meereen locations.

Split Summer Festival

Splitsko ljeto (July-August) brings opera, ballet and theater to open-air stages including the Peristyle itself.

Cathedral of St. Domnius

Built from Emperor Diocletian's mausoleum, it is considered the oldest Catholic cathedral building still in use.

Temple of Jupiter Baptistery

A remarkably preserved Roman temple, later converted into the cathedral's baptistery, guarded by a black granite sphinx.

Split Synagogue

One of the oldest still-active synagogues in Europe, tucked into the Jewish quarter within the palace's western walls.

Franciscan Monastery of St. Francis

A monastery near the harbor with a peaceful garden and cemetery overlooking the water, including poet Marko Marulić's grave.

Feast of Sudamja (St. Domnius)

Split's patron saint feast on May 7 fills the Old Town with a fair, concerts and processions honoring St. Domnius.

Salona Ancient Ruins

The ruins of the Roman provincial capital in nearby Solin, with an amphitheater and some of the earliest Christian basilicas in the region.

Split Coworking Space

A dedicated coworking hub near the center popular with the city's growing digital-nomad community.

Hotel Business Center

Larger hotels near the Riva and Žnjan offer business centers with meeting rooms, printing and reliable WiFi.

ACI Marina Split & Yacht Charter

A major Adriatic marina and charter hub in Split, relevant for maritime, tourism and yachting industry visitors.

Brodosplit Shipyard Heritage

One of the Adriatic's oldest and largest shipyards, a major local employer with a long shipbuilding history.

Island Wine & Olive Oil Producers

Nearby Hvar and Brač are known for small-batch wine and olive oil producers open to visits and tastings.

Business Family Mix Day

Mornings for work at the hotel or coworking space; afternoons for the beach, Marjan or an island ferry with the family.

Emergency Number 112

Dial 112 for life-threatening emergencies anywhere in Croatia.

KBC Split (Clinical Hospital Center)

Split's main hospital on Spinčićeva street handles 24/7 emergencies and is the region's top referral center.

Non-Emergency Medical Line 116 123

Call 116 123 for Croatian urgent medical advice without going to the ER.

Bačvice Shallow-Water Safety

Bačvice is sandy and shallow, great for small children, but gets crowded — keep young swimmers in sight.

Sun & Heat Precautions

Split summers are very hot — apply high-SPF sunscreen, carry water and avoid the bell tower or Klis at midday.

Pharmacy (Ljekarna) Locator

Pharmacies called 'Ljekarna' are found around the Riva, Bačvice and near Pazar market — some open late.

Rock Climbing on Marjan

The limestone cliffs on Marjan's southern side are a well-known local climbing spot with routes for various levels.

Sailing from ACI Marina

A skippered day charter from ACI Marina Split to nearby islands — swimming stops, snorkeling and lunch on deck.

Diving Around the Islands

Clear waters around Split and nearby Vis and Biševo's Blue Cave draw divers to wrecks and dramatic underwater walls.

Picigin at Bačvice

Join locals playing this centuries-old shallow-water ball game — no rackets, no scoring, just keeping the small ball off the water.

Cycling the Marjan Trails

Marked bike paths wind through the Marjan forest peninsula, rentable from several shops near the Riva.

Watch Water Polo (POK Jadran)

Split is Croatia's water polo capital — catch a match by the storied Jadran club at the Poljud pool complex in season.

Private Guided Palace Walk

A certified local guide for a private family walk through the palace — Roman history, cellars and hidden corners.

Airport Fast Track & Transfer

Pre-book a private transfer or fast-track service at Split Airport to skip queues on arrival day.

Luggage Storage Near the Port

Store bags at a facility near the ferry terminal to explore the Old Town freely before a hotel check-in or onward ferry.

Water Shoes Rental

Handy for the rockier coves beyond Bačvice and for Zlatni Rat's pebble shore — available for rent at beach kiosks.

SIM Card & Travel WiFi

Croatian SIM cards available at the airport and around the Old Town — cheap EU data roaming for the whole trip.

Local Concierge & Ferry Booking

A dedicated local fixer for restaurant reservations, ferry tickets to Hvar or Brač, and last-minute requests.

Best Family Months

May, June, September and October offer warm weather, pleasant sea temperatures and manageable crowds.

July–August Overcrowding Warning

Peak summer brings cruise ship crowds, packed ferries to the islands, high heat and long queues at the bell tower.

September Sweet Spot

September brings warm sea water, mild air, noticeably fewer visitors and lower ferry and hotel prices than August.

Winter Quiet Season

November through March: mild winters, empty streets in the palace, low prices, but reduced island ferry schedules.

Split Summer Festival Season

July–August brings Splitsko ljeto, the city's prestigious performing arts festival, to the Peristyle and other venues.

Shoulder Season Value

May and October offer noticeably lower accommodation prices than August and shorter queues at every attraction.

Visit the Palace Cellars at Opening

Arriving right at opening time avoids both the midday heat and the large cruise-passenger tour groups.

Sunset From Marjan, Not the Riva

The Riva gets packed at sunset — the Vidilica or Telegrin viewpoints on Marjan offer the same view with far fewer people.

Book Island Ferries in Advance

In peak season, catamarans to Hvar and Brač sell out by mid-morning — buy tickets online the night before.

Touch Grgur Ninski's Toe for Luck

A genuine local tradition kids love — the polished bronze big toe is a quick, free stop near the Golden Gate.

Cruise Ship Rhythm

Large cruise ships dock in the morning — check the port schedule online and plan the Peristyle and cellars before 9am.

Soparnik — A Hidden Local Snack

This flat swiss chard pie from the Poljica region rarely appears on tourist menus — look for it at the Pazar market stalls.