Split History Walking Tour with Local Guide and Tips

The start of your journey through the UNESCO Heritage site will be the Southern Gate, the entrance to the foundations of the palace, its cellars, and one of the most prestigious areas, which today preserves the most hidden secrets of a local life within this city.

A corner where you will see majestic Roman mosaics from 305 AD, beautifully preserved as an indication of Split’s ancient roots and the grandeur of Emperor Diocletian’s time.

Grand entrance to the once emperor's living area. Today, these ancient walls sometimes echo with the heartfelt harmonies of Klapa a cappella singing - a 19th-century local tradition and a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, whose singers are showing the spirit and soul of Dalmatia.

The ceremonial heart of Diocletian’s Palace and one of Split’s most iconic landmarks. Once used by Roman emperors, it is still a vibrant gathering place today.

The only preserved Roman temple that reveals Roman religious traditions and how ancient structures were later reused during Split’s long history, and became Christian buildings.

The most famous street in Split, locally called 'Let Me Pass', is just 57 centimetres wide! Living trace of historical local changes.

A quiet courtyard and hidden corner with cafes, a garden and even a sphinx.

Explore the heart of Diocletian’s Palace in Split, where ancient Roman streets come alive with galleries, artisan workshops, and boutique souvenir shops.

A majestic entrance once reserved for Emperor Diocletian himself marks the transition from the Roman complex and leads us directly into the Venetian heart of Split, surrounded by impressive stone walls and centuries of history, from 6th-century St. Martin's Church to Airbnbs inside the Gate walls.

One more symbol of Split, the iconic statue of Gregory of Nin - according to local tradition, rubbing his shiny golden toe brings good luck and they say you will come back to Split. It’s one of Split’s most beloved photo spots and a must-do while exploring the old town.

This vibrant square is today the main square of Split’s Old Town. Surrounded by layers of rich architecture, it reflects the city’s complex and turbulent past from the Romans, Venetians, and Napoleon, while remaining a lively gathering place where we have situated the oldest library and 18th-century bar in the Old town.

Continue into Fruit Square, once a medieval trading hub, reflecting later urban development beyond the Roman palace walls.

Your next stop is Riva Harbour, a place where locals relax over long coffees, soak up the sun, and embrace the true Dalmatian spirit of “fjaka” - the art of slowing down and enjoying life without hurry.

The perfect place to end your tour is the 19th-century square, "Prokurative," where Italian Heritage is highlighted in its Venetian-style colonnade and Renaissance-inspired details, making it one of the city’s most elegant squares on this side of Adriatic.