Must SeeFree
Diocletian’s Palace
Old Town
A Roman emperor’s retirement palace whose walls and courtyards form Split’s old town.
- Suggested time: 2h 30m
- No booking needed
- Suits: Culture lovers
Open-air; museum and cellars have their own hours
Split
9 places, 6 of them free and 4 tours and activities. A living Roman palace by the sea, gateway to the Dalmatian islands.
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Local FavouritesFree
Riva Promenade
Riva
A palm-lined seafront promenade with cafés, ideal for a sunset drink.
- Suggested time: 1h 30m
- No booking needed
- Suits: Couples · Nightlife fans
Open-air; cafés open until late
ViewpointsFree
Marjan Hill
Marjan
A forested hill with walking paths, viewpoints and quiet chapels above the city.
- Suggested time: 2h 30m
- No booking needed
- Suits: Families · Photographers
Open-air; always accessible
BeachesFree
Bačvice Beach
Bačvice
The city’s sandy beach, famous for picigin, a local ball game played in the shallows.
- Suggested time: 3 hrs
- No booking needed
- Suits: Families · Beach lovers
Open access; lifeguards in season
Day Trips~£25
Krka National Park Day Trip
Krka (80 km)
A park of cascading waterfalls and wooden walkways, with swimming at some spots.
- Suggested time: Full day
- Booking recommended
- Suits: Families
Daily; hours vary by season
Day Trips~£5
Trogir Day Trip
Trogir (30 km)
A UNESCO island town of narrow lanes, a cathedral and a seafront promenade.
- Suggested time: 5 hrs
- No booking needed
- Suits: Couples
Buses and boats run daily
Shopping & MarketsFree
Green Market (Pazar)
Old Town
A colourful fruit, herb and souvenir market beside the palace’s eastern wall.
- Suggested time: 1 hr
- No booking needed
- Suits: Food lovers
Daily mornings to early afternoon
Hidden Gems~£5
Klis Fortress
Klis (10 km)
A dramatic hilltop fortress above the city, known as a location in Game of Thrones.
- Suggested time: 1h 30m
- No booking needed
- Suits: Photographers
Daily, roughly 8:00–19:00
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