Split History Walking Tour of the Old Town
A personal walk through Diocletian's Palace led by a guide who grew up inside its 1,700-year-old walls — history told as family memory.
€20/ person
About this tour
We are local guides and friends who love everything about Split: the sea, wine, coffee, and all the little things that make life here beautiful.
While most kids grow up in apartment buildings, your guide's childhood was spent inside the walls of a 1,700-year-old Roman palace. They played in the Roman cellars, used the cathedral as a neighborhood church, and learned local legends from grandparents who lived in the same stone-walled apartments for generations.
Tour highlights
- Guide who was born and raised inside the palace walls
- Personal family stories and local legends, not textbook facts
- Hidden alleys and corners most visitors never find
- Small group — max 15 guests for an intimate experience
- Flexible pace adapted to group curiosity
Route & itinerary
Golden Gate Arrival
10 minutesStart at the palace's most dramatic entrance — the Golden Gate — and get your first orientation to 1,700 years of history.
Palace Streets and Hidden Alleys
25 minutesWalk through the original Roman street grid. Your guide shows the corners and passageways that most tourists walk past without noticing.
The Peristyle and Cathedral
20 minutesStand in the main ceremonial square — now a café terrace and public gathering space. Hear about the mausoleum that became a cathedral and the people who made that transformation happen.
Temple of Jupiter
15 minutesVisit the remarkably preserved Roman temple and the headless sphinx outside — your guide knows exactly who moved it, and why.
Diocletian Palace Substructures
15 minutesThe well-preserved substructures of the palace, once used as storage and service areas, today offer a fascinating glimpse into the original layout of Diocletian's imperial residence.
Local Life Inside the Walls
25 minutesSee the residential areas inside the palace that most tours skip. Meet the reality of people living in one of the world's greatest Roman monuments.
Questions and Farewell
5 minutesOpen Q&A session — your guide is happy to share more stories, recommendations for local restaurants, and everything else about Split.
Tour map
Map shows tour area. Exact route may vary.
What's included
Included
- Local licenced tour guide
- History, Palace, Split Walking Tour
- Insight into local food, habits, discounts
- Private meeting point on private tours
Not included
- Tip or gratuity
- Food and drinks
- Palace Basement entry (available as add-on)
What to bring
- A bottle of water
Meeting point & departure
Meeting point
Gregory of Nin Statue — the guide will be there with a black umbrella
Departure times
What guests say
“Absolutely brilliant guide. Every GoT location was shown with the exact scene playing on the tablet. The history part made it even richer. Best 2 hours in Split.”
Jessica M.
United States · Aug 2024
“Perfectly organized, comfortable transport and the guide knew every story. We were back at the terminal with plenty of time to spare. Highly recommend for cruise visitors.”
Mark van der Berg
Netherlands · Jul 2024
“The sunset tour was completely unexpected — 360° views, drinks included, tiny group. One of those travel moments you remember for years. Book it.”
Sarah & Tom K.
Australia · Sep 2024
Frequently asked questions
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€20/ person