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15 Best Historical Tours In Split

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The 15 most popular historical tours for travellers basing themselves in Split. Each one is here on its own merits, with the run time, the price and the operator behind it laid out so you can pick the day that fits.

15 Best Historical Tours In Split

Walking Tour of Split with a 'Magister' of History - Riva Harbor: the Riviera view and the palace preview
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Walking Tour of Split with a ‘Magister’ of History

1.Walking Tour of Split with a ‘Magister’ of History

Walk Split with Toni Šare. See Diocletian’s Palace key spots, plus 3D reconstructions and outside views of major monuments in under 2 hours.

Most Popular 5.0

“Our tour guide Toni was great, engaging and clearly excited about the subject matter. This tour gives you an introduction into the history of the city and the area, which gives you a sense of what you are looking at when roaming these winding alleyways. A+. Highly recommended.”

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Split Walking Tour with Professor of History - Diocletian Palace substructures: The best-preserved basement you didn’t know you needed
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Split Walking Tour with Professor of History

2.Split Walking Tour with Professor of History

Professor-led walk through Split’s Roman core, from Riva Harbor to Diocletian’s Palace, Golden Gate, and Fruit Square, with great local tips.

5.0

“Mario was fantastic! He made this tour extra interesting with trivia. You could tell he is a history professor as he is very knowledgeable but can also engage with the guests.”

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Split: History and Heritage Walking Tour - Peristil Square to Old Town: Finding the Meeting Point Without Stress
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Split: History and Heritage Walking Tour

3.Split: History and Heritage Walking Tour

Walk Split’s UNESCO Diocletian Palace with a small-group guide, Roman-to-medieval stories, and Game of Thrones spots for $18.

4.9

“The tour was entertaining and informative- a true story teller. They were a native and included all kinds of details you might not get otherwise but with a bit of flare. Not boring. The perfect pace and amount of if time.”

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Split History and Gastro Small-Group Tour with Food and Drinks - Narodni trg: a medieval square break in the middle of the feast
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Split History and Gastro Small-Group Tour with Food and Drinks

4.Split History and Gastro Small-Group Tour with Food and Drinks

Split’s 3-hour small-group food and wine walk: Green Market tastings, seafood pasta, gelato, and Diocletian’s Palace history in 3 hours for about $139.

5.0

“My husband and I LOVED this experience! We got to try lots of food/wine and explore old town! I’d recommend to anyone!”

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SPLIT-PREMIUM Emperor's Walking Tour for History Lovers + Museum - Stop-by-stop: Emperor’s Square to People’s Square
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SPLIT-PREMIUM Emperor’s Walking Tour for History Lovers + Museum

5.SPLIT-PREMIUM Emperor’s Walking Tour for History Lovers + Museum

Small-group Emperor’s Walking Tour of Split’s Roman core and Old Town with a local guide, plus the Diocletian’s Cellars museum option.

5.0

“The route was engaging and informative. Josko was knowledgeable, friendly and helpful, he even offered to help us book a restaurant after the tour had finished.”

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Split: Local History and Culture 90-Minute Walking Tour - 90 Minutes in Split: the pace that keeps it fun
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Split: Local History and Culture 90-Minute Walking Tour

6.Split: Local History and Culture 90-Minute Walking Tour

A 90-minute Split walking tour through Diocletian’s UNESCO palace, with Game of Thrones spots, local stories, and practical tips for your day.

5.0

“Our guide Mijo was amazing! He is very knowledgeable. very friendly and has a great sense of humor. He had some great stories. answered all our questions and made the tour a lot of fun. I would highly recommend booking this walking tour. Thanks Mijo!!!”

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Private History Split Walking Tour in English - Meeting point at Peristil and how the walk stays focused
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Private History Split Walking Tour in English

7.Private History Split Walking Tour in English

A private English walk through Split’s Old Town and Diocletian’s Palace, with clear stories, key monuments, and great local context.

5.0

“Great tour learned a lot highly recommended speech was great lot of history lot of architecture we enjoyed the walked and would do it again”

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Split: Historical & Gastro Treasures Tour with Green Market - Hrvojeva 1 and the Green Market brunch that builds your appetite
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Split: Historical & Gastro Treasures Tour with Green Market

8.Split: Historical & Gastro Treasures Tour with Green Market

Split food and history in 3 hours: Diocletian’s Palace, Green Market tastings, wine-paired lunch, dessert. From $135.

4.9

“Hani was the perfect guide. Personable, knowledgeable and very friendly. She showed us and explained the diocletion palace and its origins and changes over the years and the way the palace is used today. But the best thing was the visit to the Green Market which was full of local produce that made you want…”

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Split: Walking tour of Split with a 'Magister' of History - Diocletian’s Palace: where Roman power became the city center
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Split: Walking tour of Split with a ‘Magister’ of History

9.Split: Walking tour of Split with a ‘Magister’ of History

Walk Split’s Diocletian’s Palace with Toni, a history master. Room-by-room Roman clues, 3D reconstructions, then medieval and Venetian layers.

5.0

“Toni was an excellent guide, providing us with a great understanding of the history and key points of interest. Gave us a much deeper understanding as we further explored the city on our own. Would highly recommend”

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History & Cultural Walking Tour of Split and Diocletian's Palace - Peristyle start: your orientation shortcut
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History & Cultural Walking Tour of Split and Diocletian’s Palace

Split Old Town History Walking Tour - Inside Diocletian’s Palace: cellars, mausoleum, and the sound of the vestibule
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Split Old Town History Walking Tour

12.Split Old Town History Walking Tour

Walk Split’s waterfront and Diocletian’s Palace with a licensed English guide for about 1.5 hours, free-entry stops, $30.23.

5.0

“Our guide was greatvery knowledgeable and enthusiastica wonderful combination. Would highly recommend this tour!”

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Jewish Heritage & Diocletian's Palace Private Split Tour - Diocletian palace substructures: menorahs, Roman rooms, and why this time matters
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Jewish Heritage & Diocletian’s Palace Private Split Tour

13.Jewish Heritage & Diocletian’s Palace Private Split Tour

Private Jewish Heritage and Diocletian’s Palace tour in Split. See palace substructures, synagogue, and local squares with expert guidance.

5.0

“This private tour was one of the highlights of our trip! Jelena Vrancic our guide was incredibly informative and showed us the intricacies of history that can be found within Diocletians Palace. Visiting the synagogue and meeting Albert who works to share the space with others and to educate people on the Jewish people who…”

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Split Walking Tour: History, Legends & Tales - Riva, Split: The Waterfront Walk That Sets the Tone
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Split Walking Tour: History, Legends & Tales

14.Split Walking Tour: History, Legends & Tales

1.5-hour Split walking tour of Diocletian’s Palace substructures, Peristyle sphinx, Gregory of Nin legend, and town squares.

5.0

“This is a great cruise tour option. Split was beautiful, the architecture, the history, nothing to be disappointed about on this tour. Our guide was knowledgable, she did a great job in not rushing through the tour. Meeting place for cruise passengers was easy to find, save your money from over priced cruise tours and…”

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Top-Rated Split Game of Thrones and History City Walk - Dracarys! - Peristyle and St. Domnius: the square that still matters
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Top-Rated Split Game of Thrones and History City Walk – Dracarys!

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