Top things to do in Split
Attractions, tours and activities in Split
Split: the city's best neighbourhoods
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Split City Centre
In the city centre
One big open-air museum. This area is a magpie’s nest of brickwork that stretches back to Roman times. Smartphone-toting teens giggle next to 4th-century ruins, and old timers chat beneath the Cathedral’s 13th-century bell tower. Ogle Roman splendour at Diocletian’s Palace before eating in one of Varoš’s traditional “konoba” (taverns).
Places to stay from £7 per night
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Marjan
0.7 miles from city centre
Pine for the pines! Marjan Hill’s fragrant forests always have urbanites yearning to return. Among the chirping of crickets and the fresh scent of pine sap, its winding pathways provide the perfect escape for canoodling lovebirds and footloose ramblers. Start on Zapadna Obala Promenade and finish up at the summit café, with a cool beer in hand.
Places to stay from £8 per night
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Poljud
0.6 miles from city centre
Split loyalties are on show in Poljud. This district lives and breathes football – HNK Hajduk Split plays its home games at Poljud Stadium, and the bars in the surrounding streets are adorned with flags, scarves and pennants dedicated to Split’s famous footy club. Head down on match day to join the fans as they cheer on the “Bili” (the whites).
Places to stay from £17 per night
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Bacvice
0.7 miles from city centre
Splash! With soft sand and extensive shallows, Bačvice Beach is a beloved bathing spot for Splićani. It was in these shallows that the game “picigin” was born. Look out for bronzed chaps flinging themselves at a ball. Applaud their swallow dives before swallowing an icy drink at Café Bar Žbirac. Cap the day off with a boogie in Tropic Club.
Places to stay from £16 per night
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Znjan
2.1 miles from city centre
Beachside livin’. Žnjan’s turquoise waters are a big hit with sun-seeking holidaymakers. In the shade of rows of hotels, they unfurl their colourful towels and soak up the Dalmatian rays. Join the suntan crew on the sand or slurp on a cocktail at Congo Žnjan Bar. If you’re with the nippers, don’t miss the trampolines on the seafront.
Places to stay from £9 per night
About Split
Including tips for the best time to visit Split
Offering a pleasant mix of beaches, ancient landmarks and lively restaurants and bars, Split is a historical city located on the Dalmatian coast of Croatia.
One of the top places to visit in Split is Diocletian's Palace – a UNESCO World Heritage Site that consists of the eponymous Roman emperor’s residence and garrison lodging structures. Located nearby are Saint Domnius Cathedral and Jupiter's Temple that were built in the third century CE. While in the area, consider visiting other historical highlights like the Golden, Iron, Silver and Bronze Gates. You can also stop at the Archaeological Museum, Ethnographic Museum and Mestrovic Gallery for insights into the city’s illustrious past.
Located along the Adriatic Sea, Split has a range of beaches to suit every type of traveller – from family-friendly sandy coves to pebbly stretches with a vibrant nightlife scene. At Bačvice Beach, you can splash about in the shallow sea or stroll along the concrete promenade lined with cafés. Those looking to go swimming will find the clear waters of Kupalište Bene very appealing. The picturesque beaches of Kašjuni and Firule are ideal for unwinding and soaking up the sun.
Split serves as a great base for island-hopping tours and day trips to Croatia’s famous nature reserves – Krka National Park and Plitvice Lakes National Park. Several popular islands like Hvar, Brač and Vis are also just a short boat ride away. Within the city limits, there’s Marjan, a scenic forest-park that offers views over the city, sea and islands.
Tonight
From £47 per night
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| Most popular time to visit | October–December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
| Local currency | € 10 = £8.57 |
| Language | Croatian |
| Average weekend price | £59 per night |
| Average weekday price | £62 per night |
| Typical stay | 2 nights |
Points of interest in Split
Stay near the top sightseeing spots in Split
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City Center One Split
3.1 miles from city centre
Split reviews
What other travellers say about Split
Split is an absolute must see and stay in for at least two...
29 April 2024
Split is an absolute must see and stay in for at least two days if you are visiting the Dalmatian coast. It combines great views, beautiful architecture and a warm welcome from all staff. We visited end of April in the low season so it was not too crowded…
Plenty of cafes for drinks & eating out - watching the...
28 April 2024
Plenty of cafes for drinks & eating out - watching the world go by! Historic city that has a vast amount of history to explore Adventure trips out to national park, island trips & quad biking - we did all these and it made the holiday so enjoyable The local buses are easy to navigate around the city and get out further - week ticket €20 Word of caution - review where you eat, as there are a lot of quick turnaround tourist venues that I found were not to a high standard
Perfect destination for a four-day break.
27 April 2024
Perfect destination for a four-day break. So much to see and do. Lovely walks in each direction out of town with gorgeous views of the islands and pretty beaches. Lots of history and culture in the old town. So many fabulous restaurants and cafes. It's a vibrant city, but also relaxed and safe. I will visit again in summer for longer and next time and take day trips to the beautiful islands. A walk up Marjan hill is a must!
Split was much more than I expected.
24 April 2024
Split was much more than I expected. I was told that it was very touristy, but we found it to have tourists, but also many locals. The streets were clean. We really enjoyed Split. It has a great history and has been lovingly restored over the centuries. We parked our car in an outside lot for 3 nights with no issues.
Lovely place, tourist attractions were beautiful but...
21 April 2024
Lovely place, tourist attractions were beautiful but didn't take too long to see. Did plenty of day trips and enjoyed them all. Would recommend Split as a great place to go. People were friendly and helpful
Beautiful city, lots of historic sites, buildings and...
21 April 2024
Beautiful city, lots of historic sites, buildings and alleyways to explore. Visual treasures at every turn . The promenade along the sea is lovely as is the hike up to Marian Forest Park. Bus, train and ferry stations are all very close to the old city and very convenient. Great green market,wonderful strawberries ! We were three days and it was perfect. Great food to. Konoda Kod Jose was our favorite place to eat. Excellent food , great staff, lovely atmosphere and setting and very reasonable prices. Oh and check out the fish market.
Popular places to stay in Split
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Momentum Apartment Bacvice, Split
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Luxury Apartments Villa Mala Split Bacvice, Split
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Four Elements Split, Croatia
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