Split

Croatia

The second largest city in Croatia.
Combine the best of Dalmatia's laid back beach vibe with commerce and night life.

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 cafes 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.

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.

What I love about Split

Lidija

Zagreb City Host & Adriatic Destination Expert

What I love most about Split is that this is a city which has it all. A long and interesting history, ancient monuments, a small city centre in traditional stone built style, but at the same time big city advantages - accesible transportation to anywhere, great shopping places, night clubs, markets... Want a beach day? The beach is 10 minutes away. Want a hiking/biking nature day? Marjan Hill is around the corner. Most of all, I love the city atmosphere and the relaxed way of life; the most used words here are "take it slow" and "no problems".

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.

Luxury Heritage Hotel

Super Split location at this unique property. You'll be charmed by the old-fashioned design and appreciate the location

Luxury Resort Hotel

Resort-style hotel in peaceful surroundings with pool and all the trappings you'd expect of a 5 star yet just a 15 minute walk to the action in Split's historic old town.

Stylish Boutique Aparthotel

You can live like a local in these apartments on a quiet residential street five minutes from the center and close to Marjan forest.

Small Heritage Hotel

A very nicely decorated and charming hotel within walking distance of the city center.

Charming Boutique Hotel

Cozy seaside boutique hotel with spacious rooms

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 or consider for adding later.

Blue Cave and Hvar Island Group Speedboat Tour

Marjan Sea Kayaking Group Tour

Split Cooking Class Private Tour

Krka Waterfalls and Sibenik Private Day Trip

Plitvice Lakes Private Day Trip

Zipline in Cetina Canyon Group Tour

Popular Tour Itineraries Featuring Split

Spend some time in Split on a tour that takes in other cities in Croatia and neighboring countries. Our vacation packages including Split and other destinations make traveling in Central & Eastern Europe hassle-free. We take care of getting you from place to place, accommodation, excursions and activities.

Scenic Southern Dalmatia

Dubrovnik, Hvar, Split

8 Days

Christmas in Croatia

Zagreb, Split, Dubrovnik

8 Days

A Dalmatian Honeymoon

Dubrovnik, Hvar, Split

8 Days

Tour the Coast and Island Hop for a Honeymoon

Dubrovnik, Korcula, Hvar, Split

11 Days

The Dalmatian Coast and Islands

Dubrovnik, Korcula, Hvar, Split, Trogir

11 Days

Croatia from Top to Toe

Zagreb, Rovinj, Plitvice, Split, Hvar, Dubrovnik

11 Days

A Coastal Honeymoon in Venice and Dalmatia

Venice, Split, Hvar, Dubrovnik

12 Days

Rome and the Jewels of the Adriatic

Rome, Dubrovnik, Hvar, Split, Venice

14 Days

Charming Central Europe and Croatia

Budapest, Prague, Split, Hvar, Dubrovnik

15 Days

An Adriatic Adventure

Dubrovnik, Hvar, Split, Plitvice, Rovinj, Venice

15 Days

Croatia and Slovenia Culinary Exploration

Zagreb, Ljubljana, Rovinj, Split, Korcula, Dubrovnik

15 Days

Adriatic Opulence

Dubrovnik, Hvar, Split, Plitvice, Rovinj, Venice

15 Days

Glowing Reviews from Our Guests

4.8 / 5

Average of our Guest's Ratings of our Split vacation packages

Based on 77 reviews

Megan & Dylan

New Jersey

Would book through JayWay Travel again in a heartbeat.

Year : 2019
Visited : Croatia
Itinerary : Dubrovnik, Korcula, Hvar, Split
Rating :

5 / 5

Year : 2019
Visited : Croatia
Itinerary : Dubrovnik, Korcula, Hvar, Split
Rating :

5 / 5

George, Barry, John, Glendell, Ruben, Carlos & Pedro

Texas

Excellent, top-notch service from beginning to end! All details were beautifully taken care of from JayWay Travel.

Year : 2019
Visited : Croatia
Itinerary : Split, Hvar, Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik
Rating :

5 / 5

Year : 2019
Visited : Croatia
Itinerary : Split, Hvar, Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik
Rating :

5 / 5

Debra & Melanie

Texas

Please, Please, Please check out and then highly consider hiring JayWay Travel to assist you with your travel. They truly cater to your needs and do it in such a professional manner. This trip was hassle free because of them! And that is the way travel should be. It is about making special memories, not dealing with headaches. JayWay did the hard part and I will appreciate them forever! Until my next trip JayWay Travel...keep doing what you are doing, as you are the best in it.

Year : 2019
Visited : Hungary, Czech Republic, Croatia
Itinerary : Budapest, Prague, Dubrovnik, Split
Rating :

5 / 5

Year : 2019
Visited : Hungary, Czech Republic, Croatia
Itinerary : Budapest, Prague, Dubrovnik, Split
Rating :

5 / 5

Split

Croatia