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The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Split, Dalmatia
The largest city on the Adriatic Coast, seaside delight Split has been under Roman, Venetian, Austrian, French, Italian and Yugoslav control. There is an abundance of restaurants and wine cellars. Sites such as Diocletian's Palace and Mausoleum, the Grgur Ninski Statue and the Cathedral and Bell Tower of St. Domnius justify its position as a UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site. The city's coves offer several lovely beaches, including central Bacvice. Ferries link Split to Dalmatian summer resorts.
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1. Palazzo di Diocleziano
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4.5 based on 9,355 reviews
The ruins of the Roman Emperor Diocletian's palace date back to the late 3rd to early 4th century A.D.
Reviewed By drtyagi2017 - Meerut District, India
Split, Croatia Split, a town on Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast, is known for the fortressl ike complex at its center, Diocletian's Palace, erected by the Roman emperor in the 4th century , within its white stone walls and under its courtyards are a cathedral and numerous shops, bars, cafes, hotels and houses. Unknown to many the town claims fame to being the inventor of Neckties and Dalmatian dogs
2. Cathedral of Saint Domnius
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4.5 based on 2,427 reviews
Cathedral of Saint Domnius in Split Country Croatia Denomination Roman Catholic Architecture Style Ancient/Romanesque Years built 4th century Clergy The Cathedral of Saint Domnius (Croatian: Katedrala Svetog Duje), known locally as the Sveti Dujam or colloquially Sveti Duje, is the Catholic cathedral in Split, Croatia. The cathedral is the seat of the Archdiocese of Split-Makarska, headed by Archbishop Marin Barišić. The Cathedral of St. Domnius is a complex of a church, formed from an Imperial Roman mausoleum, with a bell tower; strictly the church is dedicated to the Virgin Mary, and the bell tower to Saint Domnius. Together they form the Cathedral of St. Domnius. The Cathedral of Saint Domnius, consecrated at the turn of the 7th century AD, is regarded as the oldest Catholic cathedral in the world that remains in use in its original structure, without near-complete renovation at a later date (though the bell tower dates from the 12th century). The structure itself, built in AD 3
Reviewed By Machka1111 - Melbourne, Australia
The views of the old town and Diocletian palace from bell tower was amazing and St. Dominus is a must see for its historical value and unique architectural design.
3. Old Split
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4.5 based on 3,200 reviews
To experience and enjoy Split entirely, it wouldn't be absolute and perfect without sailing to the neighboring islands and experiencing its unique natural beauties. We offer you an unforgettable day at our new mega catamaran Summer Blues, and above all, we have prepared enough food and cold drinks so your soul and our blues can be tied forever.Summer Blues excursion includes: attractive catamaran ride to the neighboring islands of Brac and Solta, swimming in the isolated bays and lagoons with clear blue sea, music entertainment together with the animation on board, good food and drinks will complete this excursion into unforgettable experience and memory of Croatia.
Reviewed By erich802
After visiting Diocletian’s Palace, stroll through the Old City of Split to see different and contrasting architectural styles from Roman, to Medieval, to Venetian to Austrian.
4. Pjaca
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4.5 based on 297 reviews
Reviewed By planetogra - Tewantin, Australia
A variety of Byzantine, Gothic & - at the end of the square - a Habsberg influenced building, create a range of photo opportunities. The Piazza Heritage Hotel stands out not only because of its colorful facade but also its new Viennese architecture calling on the Habsberg empire, regardless of the Piazza dating from 1906. The Clock Tower, Town Hall, Statue of Marko Marulic are all on this beautiful square, along with some bars & restaurants & retail shops. A definite MUST VISIT spot.
5. Dioklecijanova (Cardo Maximus)
6. Marjan Park
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4.5 based on 2,938 reviews
Reviewed By mbetowler - Wakefield, United Kingdom
We enjoyed a good up hill walk here and amazing views. The park needs a little clean up, but it was definitely one of the best things we did when in Split.
7. Riva Harbor
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4.5 based on 1,082 reviews
Reviewed By Temer2 - Horley, United Kingdom
Split harbour is absolutely beautiful - the stunning turquoise Adriatic sea on one side, a fabulous promenade and restaurants and cafes all along. We only had a day in Split but could easily have spent all the time just wandering along Riva Harbour... We didn't though as Split is such a beautiful place we wanted to see as much as possible. Relaxing and enjoyable location.
8. Poljud Stadium
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4.5 based on 160 reviews
Reviewed By VedranCotic - Split, Croatia
I'm a member of a Club, I had a season ticket, and a stock holder as well... I'm going on Poljud 22 years, but this is the first time to visit stadium inside with guide. My girlfriend and friends from Istria came to Split and I wanted to show them a great history of my football club "Hajduk" Split. You can buy tickets in a fan-shop, 35 HRK per person or 5 €. Stadium was built 1979 for a Mediterranean games, it has 35 000 seats, construction is 20 meters inside the earth, so it's very safe stadium. Yes, stadium needs a new face lifting, they said maybe 13 million euros will do everything... Inside they show you all the trophies around the globe, Hajduk was first team in World who visit every continent... Hajduk played big international match 1944 in Bari (Italy) against British Army, it was a big scream in the World, Hajduk is a honorary team of Free France by Charles de Gaulle ! 18 champions titles, many Cups, Supercups, 5 states, many big players... But...you must be in Split on the match, then you'll see "Torcida", the oldest european ultra fan organization, established 1950 ! Our guide was very knowledgeable, very kind and helpful, recommend !
9. Galerija Mestrovic
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4.5 based on 496 reviews
Galerija Meštrović houses the masterpieces of Ivan Meštrović carved in marble, bronze and wood. The house was built based on Meštrović's design (1931 - 1939), and was intended to be his family summer residence, working studio and exhibition space. It is surrounded by a Mediterranean garden which, with its bronze sculptures and the view of the sea and of central Dalmatian islands makes a unique example of landscape architecture.
Reviewed By IN_Travelers47906 - West Lafayette, United States
Before going, you want to check to make sure the gallery will be open. If you walk, you will probably need 45-50 minutes to reach the Gallery from Diocletian’s Palace (as an example of a starting point). It is a pleasant walk, although slightly uphill at the end. If the temperature and humidity are oppressive you may want to consider public transportation. I am no help there, since I walked in May when the weather was very pleasant. However, you get there, if you appreciate art and artists, the trip will be well worth your time. His work (mostly bronze and marble statues) is remarkable. You can anticipate perhaps 1 hour in the gallery. After that you will want to take the 10-minute walk down and across the road to visit his chapel, which includes a lovely courtyard and large wood bas-relief carvings Mestrovic created to line the walls of his chapel. The walk to the chapel and your time there will probably take around 45 minutes total. So, with the walk to the gallery, time at the gallery and time at the chapel, you can probably count on 3 hours total. If you are adventuresome, we followed the shoreline from the chapel back into Split. It was about an hour walk back, but it was a pleasant surprise on a beautiful day. The path first passes through a small park with a public ocean swimming area, then past an Olympic swimming facility, through more park and then to the Split Marina. The views of Split from the marina are spectacular. I honestly had never heard of Ivan Meštrović prior to our 3-week trip through Croatia, but, having now been there, I have a true appreciation for the man’s art and his importance to the country of Croatia. Although the Gallery and Chapel are the places to see the largest collections of his work, other works are literally found throughout the country. So, if you plan to travel elsewhere in Croatia beyond Split, stay alert for his name and his works.
10. Green Market
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4.5 based on 220 reviews
Reviewed By MPMKM - Ridgeland, United States
This is a fantastic market. Surrounded by butcher shops the green market has all of the fresh veg and fruits from the surrounding countryside along with artisan made olive oil, cheese and honey. Almost all speak English. I am staying here a month and for a weeks worth of food, fruit veg and meat (beef, chicken and pork) I paid roughly $12.00. That's for 6 days of dinners and lunches. AMAZING.
