Peristyle Square (Peristil)

PRIVATE WALKING TOUR OF SPLIT WITH THE DIOCLETIAN'S PALACE Discover the Old Town of Split with all the delightful little secrets and anecdotes of this gorgeous Mediterranean city. We kick-off in style with the magnificent Diocletian's Palace in the heart of the Old Town and travel back to the ancient Roman Empire. We take a step into the rich cultural heritage of this vibrant city with its numerous palaces, quirky narrow streets and lively markets. Learn more about this UNESCO World Heritage site while taking a relaxing walk through the streets, squares and the grandiose Diocletian's Palace. As we stroll further along, hear stories of not only the past, but equally contemporary Split. Really absorb what makes this atmospheric and exciting city kick. Discover how the city's inhabitants lead a feel-good outdoor lifestyle throughout the year spending time at numerous squares, or on the main waterfront Riva.

Learn more about the rich history of Split, one of the oldest Croatian cities, get acquainted with the city's tradition and experience Split's "Šušur". Take a walk through the most famous Riva in Croatia where all major city events take place. Visit all the most important city squares such as Fruit Market, National Square known as "Piazza" and the central square of Diocletian's Palace – Peristil. Every street, building or square in the old town core has its own story. This is a unique opportunity to learn more about Split, the second largest city in Croatia and the largest in Dalmatia.

This is a heritage tour, with the elements of a dark tour, which tells the story of World War II in Split. It is developed with storytelling method, which allows guests to get a better sense of the atmosphere. You'll find out what caused of the War in this area, who were the oppressors, whose side were the citizens on and what ultimately led to the end of the War. Great emphasis is placed on the human aspect of war, while standing true to historical facts. You'll learn how the War affected the lives of ordinary people by hearing stories about fights, resistance, sacrifices and losses. In addition, you'll see where the bomb shelters were, who were the hidden heroes, what happened with the Jewish community that has been active in Split for centuries. During the tour, photographs of buildings that were damaged or destroyed will be provided. The photographs are the property of the Museum of the City of Split and are kept in the archives; but for this tour I have exclusive rights to use.

Immerse yourself in the unique world of Game of Thrones and explore the places where the filming of one of the most famous series of today took place. Let your professional and expert guide lead you through the 1700-year-old Diocletian's palace and describe all the details of life inside the palace during the shooting and show you all the places that were in the series. See if you can recognize them. Tour the cellars where the Meereenese slaves lived and continue along the streets where they ran. See where Daenerys kept her dragons. Enter the corridor where the Sons of the Harpy waited for the Unsullied.

The tour includes exploration of The Diocletian's Palace and The Old Town of Split with visits to The Synagogue & Jewish Ghetto. We kick-off in style with the magnificent Diocletian's Palace in the heart of The Old Town and travel back to the ancient Roman Empire. We take a step into the rich cultural heritage of this vibrant city with its numerous palaces, quirky narrow streets and lively markets and artisan shops. We will visit the Substructures of the palace built by the Roman emperor Diocletian in the 3rd century and from there we continue to the upper part of this magnificent retirement villa of the emperor Diocletian. Later we go to the Synagogue and learn about this small, but immensely important Jewish community. Many prominent members of this community played a significant role in the economical and historical development of Split. In the Synagogue we meet a member of Jewish community who shares his stories of the Jewish heritage in the city of Split.

Local guide, licensed tour guide History teacher, passionate for history I have a Master's Degree in History & Art history

Discover the charm & history of Split like a local on our small-group tour! Not only will you visit the city's most famous attractions, but you'll also have the unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the fascinating history, myths, and legends that have shaped Split into one of Europe's most romantic destinations. I will share tips and tricks how to make the most of your time in Split and Croatia in general. Whether it's finding the best local restaurant, place to see or avoiding the crowds, I've got you covered. Please note that the price of this tour is higher than other tours in the area. The reason for this is that our tour is not a generic one-size-fits-all experience. It is a unique, tailor-made experience designed to provide you with the most personalized and authentic exploration of Split. Join me on this unforgettable tour, and let's create lasting memories together!

On this private tour, we offer you to explore two cities under UNESCO's protection: Diocletian's palace along with the historical core of Split, and the historical core of the city of Trogir and the ruins of Salona – the capital of the Roman province of Dalmatia. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel or from your cruise ship. First, you will have a guided tour of the Old City of Split including inside visit of Diocletian palace. You will have a drive to Trogir, where you will explore the city center and also have a visit to Kamerlengo fortress. The last stop will be at the Salona ruins with a guided tour. In the end, your guide will take you back.

The history of Split is very rich and stormful to fit in just a couple of sentences and a couple of hours. It is the second-largest city of Croatia and the largest city on the Adriatic coast. Split and the surroundings are so stunning and there are so many things to do that you definitely need a guide to help you in exploration! Your guide will pick you up from your hotel or from your cruise ship. You will have a private guided tour of the Old Town and the Diocletian’s Palace. In the end, your guide will take you back.