Split: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour
ID: GYG65705-92482
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Country: Croatia
Country: Croatia
Duration: 02:00 hours
Description
For 2 hours you will discover the old city core that has developed within and around Diocletian's Palace, the cathedral of St Domnius, originally the mausoleum of Diocletian, the well preserved Diocletian's Cellars and People’s square.
Split is the main urban, cultural and traffic center of Dalmatia. This 1700 year old town is a part of UNESCO’s world heritage, with its numerous archaeological, historical and cultural monuments among which the famous Diocletian’s palace takes a special place. This city is full of cultural life and entertainment, especially during the summer when Split, with its shops, yards and other places, becomes a big stage under the clear sky.
After meeting you will be taken through the historical part of the town. Diocletian’s palace is today the heart of the city of Split and part of UNESCO world heritage. Visit the well preserved cellars of Diocletian’s Palace which architectural purpose was to raise the imperial residential area in the upper floor. The cellars of Diocletian's Palace were also a Game of Thrones filming location.
Next you will walk up the stairs to Peristil. Peristil was meant to be used by Diocletian and the cult of living son of Jupiter, whose temple will also be seen. You will admire the cathedral of St. Duje (St. Duje is patron of the Split), originally the mausoleum of Diocletian, for which it is said that it is the oldest Cathedral in the World. Next to Diocletian's Palace is the beautiful medieval part of the city with People's square known as Pjaca, from the period od Venetian rule. The sightseeing will end in Riva, the beautiful waterfront with a lot of restaurants and cafes.
Split is the main urban, cultural and traffic center of Dalmatia. This 1700 year old town is a part of UNESCO’s world heritage, with its numerous archaeological, historical and cultural monuments among which the famous Diocletian’s palace takes a special place. This city is full of cultural life and entertainment, especially during the summer when Split, with its shops, yards and other places, becomes a big stage under the clear sky.
After meeting you will be taken through the historical part of the town. Diocletian’s palace is today the heart of the city of Split and part of UNESCO world heritage. Visit the well preserved cellars of Diocletian’s Palace which architectural purpose was to raise the imperial residential area in the upper floor. The cellars of Diocletian's Palace were also a Game of Thrones filming location.
Next you will walk up the stairs to Peristil. Peristil was meant to be used by Diocletian and the cult of living son of Jupiter, whose temple will also be seen. You will admire the cathedral of St. Duje (St. Duje is patron of the Split), originally the mausoleum of Diocletian, for which it is said that it is the oldest Cathedral in the World. Next to Diocletian's Palace is the beautiful medieval part of the city with People's square known as Pjaca, from the period od Venetian rule. The sightseeing will end in Riva, the beautiful waterfront with a lot of restaurants and cafes.
Highlights
- Discover the Diocletian's Palace and the cellars
- Walk through People's square, known as Pjaca
- Admire the Cathedral of St. Duje
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Free cancellation up to 14 days before the tour, and no refund after this time
• Please wear comfortable shoes. There will be a lot of walking on uneven surfaces
• Shoulders and knees have to be covered in order to enter the cathedral
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Masks are required while indoors
Masks are optional for this activity
On the promenade Riva in front of the entrance to cellars of Diocletian's palace, Obala Hrvatskog narodnog preporoda 15b, 21000, Split, Croatia.
• Please wear comfortable shoes. There will be a lot of walking on uneven surfaces
• Shoulders and knees have to be covered in order to enter the cathedral
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Masks are required while indoors
Masks are optional for this activity
On the promenade Riva in front of the entrance to cellars of Diocletian's palace, Obala Hrvatskog narodnog preporoda 15b, 21000, Split, Croatia.
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When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.