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Croatia


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A popular destination for travelers in Croatia, Split was home to the Roman Emperor Diocletian. Seventeen centuries ago, Diocletian built the vast palace complex on Split's waterfront that still stands today, in order to retire near his hometown. Several of our accommodation options sit within the ancient walls. There's now an embankment in front of the palace, but the water used to go right up to the wall. It's on this man-made strip of land that you'll find the Riva, a bustling pedestrian promenade. This will be one of the highlights of your holiday in Split. You'll also find Split's UNESCO-listed Old Town within the walls. It's a pedestrian-only maze that is easy, but fun, to get lost in. Who knows what romantic cafés you'll find in the narrow streets? To get the most out of your time visiting Split, we recommend taking a tour with a local guide.
The second largest city in Croatia. Combine the best of Dalmatia's laid back beach vibe with commerce and night life.
When you travel to Split, you'll see that it's a center for Dalmatian and Croatian culture. One of the Adriatic's most vibrant cities, it can also be one of the most delicious, thanks to ample Croatian food focusing on grilled meats and seafood. From restaurants to museums, plus beaches, cafes, and friendly locals, your Croatian vacation will be delightful thanks to a stop here. Staying in Split is also a good starting point for travel around Croatia. No wonder Split is such a popular Croatian vacation option, it has everything, from adventure to relaxation.
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Things to do in Split

Split is ideally placed for an overnight stop to and from Hvar, and ferries leave from Split heading in many directions, but stay a little longer and you'll be surprised at what lays beyond those historic city walls. Day trips to Krka and Plitvice National Parks, rafting on the Cetina river, or even a day-long boat trip to several nearby islands are all options worth considering. When we send you your customized itinerary, you will be able to choose additional excursions to include in your vacation package.
Plitvice Lakes Private Day Trip
Plitvice Lakes Private Day Trip
Krka Waterfalls and Sibenik Private Day Trip
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Krka Waterfalls and Sibenik Private Day Trip

Popular Tour Itineraries Featuring Split

Spend some time in Split on a tour that takes in other cities in Croatia and neighboring countries. Our custom tour packages including Split and other destinations throughout Croatia and Europe make multi-city trips hassle-free. We take care of getting you from place to place, accommodation, excursions and activities.

Scenic Southern Dalmatia Custom Itinerary
Scenic Southern Dalmatia
Dubrovnik, Hvar, Split
8 Days
from$2,750 pp*
A Dalmatian Honeymoon Custom Itinerary
A Dalmatian Honeymoon
Dubrovnik, Hvar, Split
8 Days
from$2,525 pp*
Christmas in Croatia Custom Itinerary
Christmas in Croatia
Zagreb, Split, Dubrovnik
8 Days
from$3,000 pp*
Dalmatian Dream Custom Itinerary
Dalmatian Dream
Dubrovnik, Korcula, Split
9 Days
from$2,350 pp*
Croatia's Mainland Marvels Custom Itinerary
Croatia's Mainland Marvels
Dubrovnik, Split, Plitvice, Zagreb
9 Days
from$2,900 pp*
Roman History in Croatia Custom Itinerary
Roman History in Croatia
Zagreb, Pula, Zadar, Split
10 Days
from$3,750 pp*
Croatia in 3 Years, Part 3: Central Dalmatia Custom Itinerary
Croatia in 3 Years, Part 3: Central Dalmatia
Split, Sutivan, Hvar, Vis, Split
10 Days
from$3,225 pp*
Tour the Coast and Island Hop for a Honeymoon Custom Itinerary
Tour the Coast and Island Hop for a Honeymoon
Dubrovnik, Korcula, Hvar, Split
11 Days
from$2,650 pp*
Prague Plus Croatia's Dalmatian Highlights Custom Itinerary
Prague Plus Croatia's Dalmatian Highlights
Prague, Split, Hvar, Dubrovnik
11 Days
from$3,125 pp*
The Best of Montenegro & Croatia Custom Itinerary
The Best of Montenegro & Croatia
Kotor, Dubrovnik, Korcula, Split
11 Days
from$4,075 pp*
The Dalmatian Coast and Islands Custom Itinerary
The Dalmatian Coast and Islands
Dubrovnik, Korcula, Hvar, Split, Trogir
11 Days
from$2,850 pp*
Folklore & Tradition in Croatia Custom Itinerary
Folklore & Tradition in Croatia
Dubrovnik, Korcula, Bol, Split, Trogir, Zadar, Zagreb
11 Days
from$3,750 pp*
Magical Honeymoon in Rome and Dalmatia Custom Itinerary
Magical Honeymoon in Rome and Dalmatia
Rome, Split, Hvar, Dubrovnik
12 Days
from$4,300 pp*
Croatia & Bosnia Combined Custom Itinerary
Croatia & Bosnia Combined
Dubrovnik, Korcula, Mostar, Sarajevo, Split
13 Days
from$3,600 pp*
Croatia from Top to Toe Custom Itinerary
Croatia from Top to Toe
Zagreb, Rovinj, Plitvice, Split, Hvar, Dubrovnik
13 Days
from$3,800 pp*
Family Vacation in Croatia Custom Itinerary
Family Vacation in Croatia
Dubrovnik, Hvar, Split, Sibenik, Rovinj, Zagreb
13 Days
from$5,125 pp*
Croatian Islands Delight Custom Itinerary
Croatian Islands Delight
Split, Vis, Hvar, Korcula, Mljet, Dubrovnik
14 Days
from$3,325 pp*
Gourmet Tour of Croatia Custom Itinerary
Gourmet Tour of Croatia
Zagreb, Rovinj, Zadar, Split, Korcula, Dubrovnik
14 Days
from$6,325 pp*
Top Wine Regions of Slovenia & Croatia Custom Itinerary
Top Wine Regions of Slovenia & Croatia
Ljubljana, Piran, Rovinj, Zadar, Split, Hvar, Korcula, Dubrovnik
14 Days
from$5,825 pp*
Charming Central Europe and Croatia Custom Itinerary
Charming Central Europe and Croatia
Budapest, Prague, Split, Hvar, Dubrovnik
15 Days
from$4,125 pp*
The Coast, Islands, and Lakes of Croatia and Slovenia Custom Itinerary
The Coast, Islands, and Lakes of Croatia and Slovenia
Ljubljana, Rovinj, Plitvice, Split, Hvar, Dubrovnik
15 Days
from$3,400 pp*
An Adriatic Adventure Custom Itinerary
An Adriatic Adventure
Dubrovnik, Hvar, Split, Plitvice, Rovinj, Venice
15 Days
from$4,025 pp*
Croatia and Slovenia Culinary Exploration Custom Itinerary
Croatia and Slovenia Culinary Exploration
Zagreb, Ljubljana, Rovinj, Split, Korcula, Dubrovnik
15 Days
from$4,825 pp*
Adriatic Affluence Custom Itinerary
Adriatic Affluence
Dubrovnik, Hvar, Split, Plitvice, Rovinj, Venice
15 Days
from$5,675 pp*
A Memorable Two-Week Croatia & Greece Vacation Custom Itinerary
A Memorable Two-Week Croatia & Greece Vacation
Split, Hvar, Dubrovnik, Athens, Naxos, Santorini
15 Days
from$4,450 pp*
Active in Croatia Custom Itinerary
Active in Croatia
Zagreb, Plitvice, Zadar, Split, Hvar, Korcula, Dubrovnik
16 Days
from$4,825 pp*
Slovenia & Croatia for Nature Lovers Custom Itinerary
Slovenia & Croatia for Nature Lovers
Bled, Rovinj, Plitvice, Zadar, Split, Korcula, Dubrovnik
16 Days
from$5,825 pp*

* Starting price is per person, in US Dollars, based on double occupancy in 3 star accommodation, in the most affordable month an itinerary is offered. Airfare to Europe is not included.

Click on your choice of itinerary, select number of travelers in your party, month of travel, and desired star level of accommodation to get an approximate price. Submit the enquiry form with any additional details and we can start planning your customized trip.

Where to stay in Split

With one exception, the Le Meridien resort, all the hand-picked Split accommodation options we offer are either inside or very close to the walls of Diocletian's Palace, with some of them even making use of the centuries-old stone walls of the Palace itself to form its own walls. Talk about staying in a piece of history! Our accommodation choices in Split range from cozy, centrally located 3-star hotels and apartments, to B&Bs and boutique 4-star hotels in historic buildings, plus a 5-star seafront resort for those who prefer to be away from the hum of the city. Once we start preparing your customized itinerary, we will present our recommended options for you to select from.
Small Heritage Hotel in Split
Small Heritage Hotel
Located next to the Diocletian Palace, this property is inspired by its ancient surroundings. Traditional feel with antique furnishings.
Small Heritage Hotel in Split
Small Heritage Hotel
A beautiful hotel in Art Nouveau style in the heart of Split Old Town.
Modern Design Hotel in Split
Modern Design Hotel
The latest addition on the Riva in Split. A very lovely modern hotel with all the necessary perks, sea views, a rooftop pool, a gym, and a spa in the heart of Split.

What we love about Split

Ivana
Ivana

Team Leader for Greece & Turkey

Split's hustle and bustle give it a true charm. Everything is loud, and the people are always friendly and smiling. Getting lost in the 'ghetto' as the locals like to call the center, is the best way to explore the town. Have a walk up to Marjan Hill for some amazing views, and treat yourself with a cold beer on Matejuska Pier while watching the sunset.

Andrea
Andrea

Team Leader for Adriatic Region

Sunny Split's laid back, homey atmosphere will make you wanna live there. I love people who are passionate about the city they live in, and you can this passion on every corner.

Antonija
Antonija

Trip Planning & Local Teams Specialist

I love Split, not only because I was born there and have many nice memories, but because I find it Croatia's most unique city, and a place with real soul. Unique for its temperament, atmosphere, energy, and sense of humor. Split is a pretty compact town, so within the short walking distance of its core - impressive Diocletian's Palace - you can find the forested Marjan Hill park, many beaches, and enjoy easy access to many Dalmatian islands. You can find pretty much anything in Split.

Glowing Reviews from Our Guests

  4.9 / 5
Average of our Guest's Ratings of our trip packages including Split, based on 163 reviews
Review by Jeffrey, Caroline, Frank & Ann
Jeffrey, Caroline, Frank & Ann
Massachusetts

JayWay helped us plan and execute an incredible trip. Everything worked perfectly and we felt very secure in all arrangements. Their professionalism was top notch. I would go with them again in the future.

Year : 2025
Visited : Italy, Croatia
Itinerary : Venice, Como, Split, Dubrovnik
Rating :
5 / 5
Review by Sandy & Kathy
Sandy & Kathy
Tennessee

I am a repeat traveler with JayWay and could not be happier with their service. They are experts at designing an itinerary that perfectly suits your individual needs and preferences. Whether you are looking for adventurous excursions, cultural experiences, local cuisine, or a little of everything - JayWay can make it happen.

Year : 2025
Visited : Croatia, Italy
Itinerary : Split, Sorrento, Taormina, Palermo
Rating :
5 / 5
Review by James & Daniel
James & Daniel
Wisconsin

Just came back from an 8-day trip through Croatia. I highly recommend using JayWay Travel for future trips. The ease of getting around four locations in Croatia meant we had more time to enjoy each place and not spend time figuring out travel schedules and options.

Year : 2025
Visited : Croatia
Itinerary : Zagreb, Plitvice, Split, Dubrovnik
Rating :
5 / 5

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Frequently Asked Questions about travel to Split

How much should I expect to spend in Split?

A proper meal with a drink costs around $20 per person. Tickets for museums vary between $3 and $8 per person.

How can I get around Split?

Split's center is small, and its sights can easily be visited on foot.

Is Split safe?

As with the rest of Croatia, Split is safe, but keep an eye out for your belongings in crowded areas and beaches.

How long should I stay in Split?

We recommend at least two nights, potentially more if you want to take day trips.

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