Split Travel Guide
Much fuss is made of Split’s terracotta roof tops. Largely only seen from a couple of the city’s vantage points, there’s more to this city than some carefully coordinated roofing. Diocletian’s Palace will always take centre stage, and it’s remarkable that the Roman Emperor’s digs are still wowing us thousands of years on. The Riva Promenade is undeniably the spot for a leisurely brunch and a muse over the yacht-strewn harbour, but time and time again you’ll find yourself back within those Roman walls. Largely because so much of Split’s everyday life takes place there. Which, if we’re all honest with ourselves, is what we really want to see on a holiday to Split.
Yes, the bizarre sights in the walls of Froggyland are an interesting distraction, but when you’re done gawping at taxidermied frogs, you’ll be yearning for reality. Not least to wipe the sight of frogs playing tennis from your mind. When you’re done tracking Split’s quirky and notable spots, there’s a wealth of hiking and biking options. Just to the west of the city, Marjan Park delivers on forest trails without leaving town. And if, for you, no holiday is complete without some coastal exploits, Split’s town beaches won’t disappoint.
Split Travel Guide
Much fuss is made of Split’s terracotta roof tops. Largely only seen from a couple of the city’s vantage points, there’s more to this city than some carefully coordinated roofing. Diocletian’s Palace will always take centre stage, and it’s remarkable that the Roman Emperor’s digs are still wowing us thousands of years on. The Riva Promenade is undeniably the spot for a leisurely brunch and a muse over the yacht-strewn harbour, but time and time again you’ll find yourself back within those Roman walls. Largely because so much of Split’s everyday life takes place there. Which, if we’re all honest with ourselves, is what we really want to see on a holiday to Split.
Yes, the bizarre sights in the walls of Froggyland are an interesting distraction, but when you’re done gawping at taxidermied frogs, you’ll be yearning for reality. Not least to wipe the sight of frogs playing tennis from your mind. When you’re done tracking Split’s quirky and notable spots, there’s a wealth of hiking and biking options. Just to the west of the city, Marjan Park delivers on forest trails without leaving town. And if, for you, no holiday is complete without some coastal exploits, Split’s town beaches won’t disappoint.
Soundtrack of the city
A slice of island life
3 course meal for 2: £32.51
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A regular cappuccino: £1.38
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A medium beer: £2.30
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One-way (Local Transport): £1.26
A slice of island life
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3 course meal for 2: £32.51
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A regular cappuccino: £1.38
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A medium beer: £2.30
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One-way (Local Transport):£1.26
Soundtrack of the city
Weather in Split
If you’re looking for a sun-filled stay, time your visit with Split’s seasons. Summer sees every thinkable attraction open – and buzzing with visitors. The best time to visit Split for slightly fewer crowds? November. The season’s drawing to a close and the winter festivals haven’t yet begun.
Discover the real Split
Split’s one of those rare places where everyday life happily plays out among the iconic sights. Locals rarely shy away from the Riva promenade and Split citizens live and work in and around Diocletian’s Palace. It’s been pretty real here for centuries and shows no signs of changing.
At times it might seem hard to spend any time away from Diocletian’s Palace. So many sights are tucked away into the alleys and basement. But pull yourselves away for a moment and you’ll uncover island hopping, quirky museums and a network of side streets ripe for exploring.
Meals have moved away from Split’s more traditional recipes and, for some, that’s a good thing. Eels aren’t to everyone’s taste, after all. New, bold flavours are flying in from every corner of the globe though, pleasingly, they’ve left room for tavernas to bubble up rich stews that pair so well with Croatia’s wine offering.
In many rabbit warren-like cities, the best sights, bars, restaurants and boutiques often lay undiscovered by visitors. In Split, there’s no danger of that if you heed a little of the advice in our guides and tips. We’ll steer you towards the good stuff, without too many spoilers.
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At times it might seem hard to spend any time away from Diocletian’s Palace. So many sights are tucked away into the alleys and basement. But pull yourselves away for a moment and you’ll uncover island hopping, quirky museums and a network of side streets ripe for exploring.
- Food & Drink
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Meals have moved away from Split’s more traditional recipes and, for some, that’s a good thing. Eels aren’t to everyone’s taste, after all. New, bold flavours are flying in from every corner of the globe though, pleasingly, they’ve left room for tavernas to bubble up rich stews that pair so well with Croatia’s wine offering.
- Guides & tips
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In many rabbit warren-like cities, the best sights, bars, restaurants and boutiques often lay undiscovered by visitors. In Split, there’s no danger of that if you heed a little of the advice in our guides and tips. We’ll steer you towards the good stuff, without too many spoilers.
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More of Croatia
Croatia’s coastline nearly always dominates the headlines. Yes, the waters are stunning and the beaches fabulous. But inland? There’s a host of national parks, equally wowing lakes and waterfalls that rival Europe’s best. Eurasian lynx and brown bears might be tough to spot, but the fun’s in exploring this country’s wilderness to spot them. In more urban pursuits, stellar nightlife makes Croatia’s cities must dos for everything from stag weekends to indulging in a little luxe life and downtime.
