Top 15 Split History Tours

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,122 reviews · 1 hour 40 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutes (approx.) · from $34Our pick

Walk Split with Toni Šare, a local history teacher and owner of DiocleSpot Tours. Over about 1 hour 45 minutes, you’ll trace Roman, medieval, Renaissance, and modern Split, using Toni’s own 3D reconstructions to picture Diocletian’s Palace in its original form. The tour is in English, capped at 18 people, with a private option available.

“Toni was an exceptionally knowledgeable tour guide. He provided great context and additional insights to every question we had. We got an excellent overview of Split’s history across all eras and thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Hands down one of the best and most informative tours I’ve ever had (you could really feel his passion for history throughout). Additionally, the route was well designed. Highly recommended!”

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2.Split Walking Tour with Professor of History

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 926 reviews · 2 hours 20 minutes (approx.) · from $24

Walk through Split with history professors Mario or Anita, visiting Diocletian’s Palace, the Peristyle, Cathedral of Saint Domnius, Golden Gate, and lively squares. Expect about 2 hours 20 minutes in English, with a maximum of 17 people. The route includes outdoor commentary, local stories, and practical tips for food and sightseeing.

“experience and knowledgeable guide. a lot of interesting information. about the city history. Very good English, well organized”

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3.History and Heritage Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 650 reviews · from $18

Explore Split’s 1,700-year-old Diocletian’s Palace with a licensed guide such as Antonella, Antonela, or Nikolas. The walk covers Roman ruins, medieval churches, Gothic palaces, fortifications, and modern life inside the old city. Expect clear storytelling, local context, and optional Game of Thrones facts. Meet under the Roman arch on Peristil Square.

“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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4.PRIVATE Walking Tour of Diocletian’s Palace & Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 467 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Walk through Split with a private licensed guide, often Joško, on a two-hour tour of Diocletian’s Palace, Roman cellars, Old Town, Riva Harbor, and key squares. Expect clear Roman history, local stories, humor, and time for questions. Palace cellar admission costs an additional €10 per person.

“Probably the best guided tour I have enjoyed anywhere in the world, as an experienced traveler. Josko was charming, entertaining, extremely knowledgeable and professional, yet friendly and engaging. Fantastic detailed tour of the Diocletian palace, with excellent architectural details and explanations that made the grounds come alive. Followed by a locals only long stroll through the markets and old city. Definitely ask specifically for Josko, he is the best”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 375 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $139

Spend three hours walking Split’s old town and tasting Croatian specialties at markets, taverns, and pastry shops. You’ll try cured meats, cheese, seafood, black risotto, pasta, wine, liqueur, and gelato while guides such as Ana, Hani, Kristina, Doris, or Ela share local stories. Groups are capped at 12, with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options by request.

“Our guide, Kristina, made this experience!! She was so fun and personable! Great balance of history and delicious food tasting. Our first restaurant , Konobe Korta, was a spot we had wanted to try and it did not disappoint! Thank you for a fabulous evening!! And for the future recommendations.”

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6.Local History and Culture 90-Minute Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 194 reviews · 1h 30m · from $17Best value

Meet local guide Mijo at Strossmayer Fountain for a 90-minute English walking tour through Split’s old town and Diocletian’s 1,700-year-old palace. Expect Roman history, Croatian culture, filming locations, practical food tips, photo stops, and a small-group feel, with the route shaped by questions and the weather.

“This tour was just great! There was only a couple people on the tour in addition to us, so we got a really private experience. Our guide Mijo was absolutely brilliant, funny, friendly and full of knowledge about Split and its history. We got through all the major sights in the old city and also got tips for where to go for the best coffee and food. Highly recommend – worth every penny!”

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7.Private History Split Walking Tour in English

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 159 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $66

Walk through Split with an English-speaking guide on a private 90-minute tour focused on Diocletian’s Palace, Roman remains, Venetian streets, Jewish heritage, and Croatian culture. You’ll visit the Peristyle, Vestibule, substructures, Golden Gate, Riva, Fruit’s Square, and Split Synagogue area. Guide Antonella has received special praise for bringing the palace to life.

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8.Historical & Gastro Treasures Tour with Green Market

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 144 reviews · from $135

Start at Split’s Green Market with prosciutto, cheese, peka bread, soparnik, and grappa, then explore Diocletian’s Palace before a konoba meal of seafood, pasta, black risotto, wine, and dessert. English-speaking guides include Hani, Olga, Christina, Lucia, and others. Afternoon tours replace the market stop with tavern tastings.

“We had an absolutely wonderful food tour in Split! Hani, our guide, was excellent—truly professional, knowledgeable, and passionate about both the food and the local culture. His enthusiasm made the experience engaging and memorable. The food itself was fantastic—fresh, authentic, and carefully chosen to showcase the best of Split’s culinary scene. Each stop offered not just delicious dishes but also great conversation and insights into the traditions behind them. Beyond the food, the entire experience felt like incredible value. Between the quality of the tastings, the welcoming atmosphere, and Hani’s outstanding guidance, this was one of the highlights of our trip. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Split!Read more”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 110 reviews · 1h 50m · from $33

Spend 110 minutes walking Split’s Old Town with Toni, a local historian, former teacher, and lifelong resident. See Diocletian’s Palace, Peristyle, the Vestibule, Jupiter’s Temple, and the Golden Gate while printed 3D reconstructions show how the Roman complex once looked. Questions are encouraged, but paid sites are not entered.

“Toni's love if his home, and appreciation for how it's history is only enriched by it's recent past and evolution, shines through in everything he says. His former students' loss is our gain. The pace was excellent and his care to keep us in quieter areas and in shade when possible was appreciated.”

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10.Historical Tour of Salona, Klis Fortress and Trogir

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 108 reviews · from $28

Spend a full day outside Split with an English-speaking guide such as Darko, Duje, Hana, or Miron, visiting Trogir, Roman Salona, Klis Fortress, Hidden Dalmatia, and Stella Croatica. Expect history, sea views, olive oil and fig tastings, round-trip transport, and several optional entrance fees paid in cash.

“Amazing day from start to finish. A very good way of seeing sites that are fairly local to Split. I can't remember the guides name but he said he was a history teacher. He was very patient and informative. Also, this tour packs in all the sites in one day too.”

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11.History & Cultural Walking Tour of Split and Diocletian’s Palace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $22

Walk through Split’s UNESCO-listed center with an English-speaking guide from Ancient Tours. Visit the Peristyle, Vestibule, palace substructures, Golden Gate, Riva Harbor, Fruit’s Square, and the old synagogue. Expect a small group of up to 15, clear historical context, traditional singing if available, and practical tips for exploring afterward.

“This was a real history lesson focusing mainly on the Emperor Diocletian and how Split came to be. Fascinating and factual and perfect for interested history buffs or those who just want to understand and appreciate more fully what you are seeing throughout this fantastic City. Just the right length of time and level of detail and a perfect first choice for our first night here.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $187

Follow a private English-speaking guide through Diocletian’s Palace, its substructures, Jewish quarter, synagogue, and Split’s waterfront. Guides including Jelena, Emil, Vinka, and Pero connect Roman, Venetian, Croatian, and Jewish history through clear stories and flexible pacing. The synagogue visit, when arranged, is the tour’s most personal stop.

“This was an excellent tour of both the palace and the Jewish quarter. We also received a tour of the old synagogue and learned the history of the Jews which dates back over five hundred years. Highly recommend!”

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13.History Split Walking Tour in French -Small group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · from $69

Walk through Split’s Diocletian’s Palace and old town with a French-speaking guide such as Antonela or Irene. In about 90 minutes, you’ll visit the Peristyle, Vestibule, palace cellars, Golden Gate, Riva, Fruit’s Square, and the old synagogue area, with stories about Roman rule, Croatian culture, and Split’s past.

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14.Experience Split History Walking Tour With Local Historian

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 2 hours · from $37

Walk Split’s old center with local historian Boris, visiting Diocletian’s Palace, Peristil, Jupiter’s Temple, the cathedral, cellars, Riva, and two medieval squares. Expect a small group of up to 12, 3D images, Roman and medieval stories, local customs, and practical tips for exploring Split on your own.

“Boris was amazing! He was so knowledgeable on the palace history and shared tons of facts on the Croatian culture, religion, and sense of community Split has to offer. Couldn’t recommend the tour more.”

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15.Private Walking Tour in the Historical Town Center

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 1h 45m

Meet Sanja by the bronze model on Split’s Riva for a private 105-minute walk through Diocletian’s Palace, its Substructures, Peristil, cathedral, gates, medieval quarters, and Venetian-era squares. Choose English, French, Italian, or Spanish, and finish with practical ideas for exploring on your own.

“Our guide Sanja was very informed on Split taking us to the basement then walking us around the town to all points of the compass. She explained the various architecture bought about by the countries that controlled Split prior to independence. This tour was undertaken at the beginning of our visit to Split giving us great knowledge to further explore places of interest.”

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