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Private Split Tour - Diocletian's Palace & Friendly Local Guide

5.0 (27 reviews) 1 h 30 min – 2 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Private Split Tour - Diocletian's Palace & Friendly Local Guide

About this activity

This is not just a standard tour, but a thoughtfully designed private experience led by a knowledgeable and friendly local guide. The focus is on presenting the history of Split in a clear, engaging and accessible way, making it both informative and enjoyable.

Guests often appreciate the relaxed atmosphere, well-structured storytelling and the flexibility of the tour. Each experience can be adapted to your interests and pace, with plenty of opportunity to ask questions and interact throughout.

Along the way, you will discover stories, legends and carefully selected details that bring Diocletian’s Palace and the city of Split to life, offering a deeper and more meaningful understanding of this unique historical setting.

This tour is ideal for travelers looking for a personal, authentic and memorable experience of Split.

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At a glance

Duration
1 h 30 min – 2 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English, Croatian
Operated by
Viktoria - Tourist Guide

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Private licensed local tour guide

Not included

  • Not included: Entrance fees are not included

Itinerary

  1. Riva Harbor

    15 min

    This is where we start our tour with introduction to history of Split and Diocletian's Palace.

  2. Diocletian Palace Substructures

    10 min

    Substructures represent one of the best preserved ancient complexes of that kind in the world. They were also filming set for world famous Game of Thrones series.

  3. Vestibulum of Diocletian's Palace

    10 min

    Vestibule was the main entrance to emperor´ s aparment in Roman times.

  4. The Peristyle of Diocletian's Palace

    10 min

    Peristyle is a beautiful square in the middle of the Palace. It was part of a complex devoted to religion and to the worship of Diocletian.

  5. Temple of Jupiter

    5 min

    Temple of Jupiter

  6. Cathedral of Saint Domnius

    10 min

    Cathedral of Saint Domnius was originally built as Emperor Diocletian's mausoleum, making it one of the most unique historical buildings in Split.

    Entrance to the Cathedral is optional and avaliable for an additional fee ( aprox 6 EUR per person)

  7. Grgur Ninski Statue

    5 min

    Statue made by Ivan Meštrović is one of the landmarks of Split.

  8. Old Split

    20 min

    Split developed around a palace built in the end of 3rd and begining of 4th Century.

  9. The Golden Gate

    10 min

    The main entrance to the palace in Roman times

  10. Game of Thrones Split Fan Shop

    Passing by

    Interesting place for Game of Thrones fans

  11. Narodni Trg

    10 min

    Main square in the Old town.

  12. Fruit's Square (Trg Brace Radic)

    5 min

    Another lovely squre with baroque building,Venetian tower and statue of Marko Marulić.

  13. Riva Harbor

    5 min

    We end the tour at the starting position.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Your guide will be waiting next to the model , easy to find. Please arrive 5 minutes early.

End point

  • Your guide will be waiting next to the model , easy to find. Please arrive 5 minutes early.

Pickup points

  • Hotel Consul
  • Hotel Diocletian Palace Experience
  • Cornaro Hotel
  • Heritage Hotel FERMAI Split - MGallery Collection
  • AML Apartments
  • Heritage Hotel 19
  • Punta Hotel Split
  • Hotel Rose
  • Hotel Peristil
  • Apartmani Johnny
  • Split Apartments - Peric Hotel
  • Hotel Vestibul Palace

and 50 more pickup points

I can meet you at your hotel, apartment, cruise port, or a central meeting point in Split.

After booking , we will arrange the most convenient meeting location for you.

I will contact you in advance with all the details.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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