Croatia · DIOCLETIAN PALACE TOURS
The palace is not a site you visit, it is the half of Split people live in. These 15 walk the cellars, the peristyle and the streets that were once corridors, priced by length, with a note on which add the Game of Thrones angle.
Start at Split’s Golden Gate and follow a local guide through Diocletian’s Palace, the Peristyle, Saint Domnius Cathedral, Giardin Park, and the Riva promenade. Guides such as Mia, Slavko, and Antonia add local stories, humor, food tips, and Croatian context. Some options include wine, food tasting, or a Trogir visit.
“Our guide had a great personality. I thought it was perfect”
Meet your English-speaking guide at the Peristyle for a 90-minute walk through Split’s Roman palace and old town. See the Vestibule, Golden Gate, Riva Harbor, Fruit’s Square, and the historic synagogue area. Guides such as Antonella, Mario, and Marino bring different styles, from witty storytelling to detailed history. Paid palace sections are not included.
“Very interesting and informative tour about the history of Split in a beautiful setting! Our tour guide, Anton was awesome!”
Walk through Split with a local English-speaking guide, starting at the Golden Gate and ending at the same spot. You’ll explore Diocletian’s Palace, Saint Domnius Cathedral, Pjaca Square, the 24-hour City Clock, and the Riva. Guides such as Mia, Slavko, Ivana, and Tino are praised for clear stories, humor, and useful local tips.
“Our tour guide was a ten.It was very knowledgeable, very informed.Kept the audience moving and kept their attention. Well, versed in the local history and also of the palace. Only thing is, you need to leave a little extra time to find the location with all the construction in the area. Other than that couldn't have been any better.”
This 50-minute walk begins at Split’s Riva and leads through Diocletian’s Palace, its cellars, Peristyle, four ancient gates, private observatory, Fruit Square, and 15th-century Town Hall. Guides including Ina, Natasa, Darko, and Tin explain how Roman, medieval, and Venetian Split fit together. Tours run in English, Spanish, or Italian.
“Definitely worth it! The tour guide called Ina was very nice and the tour was interesting filled with lots of interesting facts.”
Follow Game of Thrones scenes through Split’s Old Town with an English-speaking local guide. Enter Diocletian’s Palace cellars, see the former Meereenese slave quarters and dragon scenes, and compare filming stills with the real locations. Guides such as Mate, Marin, Nina, and Tomi also add Roman history, Croatian culture, and plenty of behind-the-scenes facts.
“Mate was wonderful! I loved exploring Split while also seeing the filming locations. Great tour.”
Meet your guide under the bronze statue of Gregory of Nin at Split’s Golden Gate, then walk through Diocletian’s Palace and the Old Town. Expect lively stories, architectural details, Croatian history, and local tips from guides such as Slavko, Antonia, Ante, and Marta. English, German, Spanish, Italian, and French tours are available.
“Really amazing tour with lots of history and the guide was so passionate and had good sense of humor.”
Walk through Split with a private licensed guide, often Joško, Joseph, or Josko, and connect Diocletian’s Palace with the medieval city around it. In about two hours, you’ll see the Peristyle, Golden Gate, palace cellars, cathedral, Jupiter’s Temple, Riva, and lively Old Town squares. Expect history, local stories, humor, and time for questions.
“Josko was an excellent tour guide. He knew so many facts about the history and architecture of Split and Diocletian’s Palace. Not only was he knowledgeable, he was funny and engaging. He kept everybody interested- even the kids. We were all so happy to have taken this tour - without it we would not have appreciated all the ins and outs of the old town and the incredibly rich history behind it. I would highly recommend this tour (and Josko) to everyone.”
Spend 90 minutes exploring Split’s Diocletian Palace with a local English-speaking guide. You’ll see Peristil, St. Duje Cathedral from outside, the Golden Gate, Vestibul, Riva, City Hall, and the unusual 24-digit City Clock. Guides such as Slavko, Ante, Karla, and Tino are praised for clear stories, humor, and local insight. Private tours are also available.
“Very interesting place. The area has so much history Guide was good. Private tour we did much better than the large groups”
At Diocletian’s Dream, 50 meters from the Golden Gate, you’ll watch a roughly 15-minute VR recreation of Diocletian’s Palace in 305 A.D. Air conditioning, six narration languages, and helpful staff make this a simple way to understand the ruins before exploring them in person. Children must be at least 8.
“Really cool experience! The staff were lovely and helped with putting the VR headset on. Really recommend to anyone visiting Split”
Walk Split’s old town with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide, exploring Diocletian’s cellars, Peristyle, Saint Domnius Cathedral, palace gates, Fruit Square, and the Riva. Guides such as Ana, Sandra, Ivan, and Jelena have brought local stories, food tips, and Game of Thrones filming details to the route.
“We took a tour guided by Ana at the 18:00 tour. This time is perfect- not so hot, and less crowded. Ana gave us a detailed history from the Roman Empire to the current situation in Croatia She loves the city and her job and opened to express her personal taste and opinion. We learned a lot.”
Spend about two hours with a licensed local guide exploring Split’s old town, Diocletian’s Palace, and filming sites used for Meereen in Game of Thrones. Guides such as Mate, Marin, Oliver, and Tomi use photos and video clips to connect the show with Split’s past. The tour includes entry to Diocletian’s Cellars and ends where it begins.
“If you’re a GOT fan, this is it! Our tour guide, Miren, was awesome and very knowledgeable about Split history and GOT.”
Meet by the large red Split sign for an English-language evening walk through Diocletian’s Palace. In about an hour, a licensed local guide leads you through Peristyle Square, the underground cellars, the Temple of St. Jupiter, and St. Duje Cathedral. It is a quick, atmospheric introduction to Split’s old center.
“‘s Avonds is de tour rustiger dan overdag en in korte tijd zie je highlights van de stad in een sfeervolle ambiance. Jammer dat de Kroatische gids veel te snel Engels sprak, waardoor het soms moeilijk was zijn verhaal te volgen.”
Walk through Split’s UNESCO-listed Diocletian’s Palace with a local guide such as Tomislav or Toma. In 75 minutes, you’ll see the palace cellars, old streets, squares, and market areas while learning about Roman rule and modern Split. Tours are offered in English, German, Italian, or Spanish, with no museum or cathedral entry included.
“Tomas es una gran persona y como guía transmite la información detalladamente y con mucha calma. mi familia y yo estamos encantados con todo lo que vimos en el Palacio Diocleciano y sus alrededores gracias a Tomas.”
Meet your private guide at Split’s Golden Gate for a flexible walk through Diocletian’s Palace, Peristil, the Cathedral of Saint Domnius, Riva, medieval squares, and palace cellars. Guides may include Vinka, Slavko, Antonia, or others, with tours in English, German, Spanish, or French.
“Really enjoyed our animated guide Slavko! Super intro his job and born raised in Split. Gave a real historical perspective and some good local recommendations. Surrounded by huge tour groups Slavko avoided them and gave us a great private experience.”
Meet your English-speaking guide at Split Port, then spend 70 minutes exploring Old Town and Diocletian’s Palace. You’ll see Peristyle Square, the palace cellars, St. Jupiter’s Temple, and St. Duje Cathedral. Guide Duje has earned special praise for his humor, local insight, and warm welcome.
“This early morning tour was great, quiet and cool for a July visit. I highly recommend!”
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