Split

Split, Croatia

The coastline of the Atlantic Sea cradles the elegance of the historical city of Split.
Chosen by the Roman emperor Diocletian as his city of residence, Split accommodates his Palace, an over 1700 years old giant that comprehends an intricate complex of quaint alleys and square. Due to its vastness and impressively excellent conservation, the ancient colossus can be referred to as a city within a city. While the charm of the city's historical sites captivates the multitude of holiday-makers who flock to Split throughout the hot Croatian summer, the unspoiled nature and crystalline waters just make them fall in love.

The people of Split claim that their city is "the most beautiful one in the world and beyond," and the well spirited Split aims to convince you of this! The city is full of life and soul, and the friendly local people of Split are waiting to welcome you with open arms. Only a few cities in the world can offer such variety of entertainment and excursions in their closest surroundings as Split.

Population:

220

Currency:

1 Kuna = 100 lipas

Emergency Numbers:

Police: 92
Medical emergency: 94
Rescue at Sea: 9155
Fire brigade: 93

Opening Hours:

10 a.m. - 8 p.m. in most shops

Newspapers:

Slobodna Dalmacija (local cultural events)
Vecernji List (national newspaper)
Jutarnji List (national newspaper)

The City

Split is the second largest city in Croatia. It is a dynamic and vibrant holiday resort that turns into life over the lively summer season. Its pulsating heart is concentrated in the compact Old Town, composed of the orderly streets and monuments of the imposing Roman emperor's abode.

Just a stone´s throw away from the Palace, Riva, the evocative seafront promenade, runs parallel to the city in a hub of activities that buzzes with life since the early hours – wealthy in shops, cafes and bars, the seafront boardwalk is where both locals and tourists congregate day and night, mingling and mixing.

If the city centre and the crowded beaches have become a major draw for tourists, Split peninsula is where serenity reign supreme and a backdrop of Mediterranean flora shapes the atmosphere.

Do & See

The ancient walls of the Old City encircle squares, crescents and architectural beauties that create a cultural hub for the travellers to discover. Split has a rich history as you will notice when exploring the city. Here you will find historical sites like The Cathedral Of St. Domnius, Pjaca Clock Tower and Diocletian’s Palace to name a few.

Split has also a beautiful nature, its crystalline waters, long stretches of white beaches and a green lung embedded in the peninsula are a major draw for nature-lovers, offering hundreds of options for outdoor activities or water-sports.

Thanks to its stunning surroundings the captivating city of Split has beautifully developed around tourism, creating a destination where its natural peculiarities have been enhanced by a vibrant atmosphere of bars, restaurants and shops.

Dining

Combining the principles of the Dalmatian cuisine with the healthy way of cooking of Mediterranean traditions, Split´s culinary heritage is a perfectly balanced blend of authentic flavours.

Its close proximity to the Adriatic Sea makes Split a destination where sampling seafood dishes is a must-do, and indulging on the excellence of traditional delicacies is unmissable.

Some of Split’s best restaurants can be found outskirt of the Old Town as well as inside of the Old Town, boasting a fine array of eateries ranging from down-to-earth traditional taverns to upscale restaurants serving fusion cuisine.

Some of Split’s best restaurants can be found in the heart of the Old Town as well as the marina, boasting a fine array of eateries ranging from down-to-earth traditional taverns to upscale restaurants serving fusion cuisine.

Cafes

If you can´t image life without coffee, then you should not worry when travelling to Croatia. Travellers will soon discover the growing amount of cafes dotting the narrow cobbled streets and decorating the ancient squares. Cafeterias is seen as a gathering points in the historical Split and coffee (Kava) is extremely strong and aromatic and will definitely give you some new energy.

The trendy Riva and its sweeping view of the sea is certainly a favourite among-coffee lover, treating them with an atmospheric ambiance and delicious coffee, where the lively crowd passes by leisurely and the marine breeze tickles the nostrils.

The picturesque alleys that run throughout town are also dotted with quaint cafeterias, embodying perfectly the laid-back lifestyle of the hearty Croatians and reflecting a hospitality culture that dates back in time.