SPLITT CROATIA FREE

However, I can only recommend waking up as early as possible to enjoy the town at least once without the crowd.

SPLITT CROATIA FREE

The entrance to the palace is free of charge and there are no closing hours. It is the best way to explore and discover the main landmarks of Split such as the bell tower, temple of Jupiter, Narodni square or the 4 ancient gates named after the 4 main metals: gold, silver, iron and bronze. During the day, roam around and get lost in its narrow cobblestone streets.

The Palace – declared a Unesco World Heritage site in 1979 – is the heart of Split’s everyday life and the home of most shops, restaurants and bars. Thankfully, some parts were saved such as the Peristyle where we can still see the half Greek and half Byzantine architectural style of the buildings dating from Diocletian. The 3 hectares fortress that once had its feet in the sea, was strongly damaged during the Avar siege during which most of the inside architecture disappeared. The old town of Split that attracts the most tourism takes place in a Roman Palace built in the 4th century by the emperor Diocletian. From the city airport of Resnik you will find plenty of options for buses that will take you to the city centre in a blink of an eye! If you are coming by ferry, the only thing you will need is Google maps to find your hostel in Split.Roam the streets of the Diocletian’s Palace After that, we promise you won’t have any issue finding your way around. Tip: ask at your hostel’s reception for the walking tour to get orientated with the city and main sights.

The city is quite easy to explore on foot. If you do, just follow the sound of the waves till the Riva or head to the beach to get a tan! Finally, for amazing views (and pictures!) across the city do not miss Marjan Hill and the Pilgrimage Split. The city centre is a gem where getting lost is worth it. Start by travelling back in time to the Roman period at the Diocletian’s Palace and the Cathedral of St Domnius and reach the last century at the Meštrović Gallery for incredible sculptures and art collection. Staying right on the beach, just a stone’s throw from The Old Town, gives you a little bit of everything that Split has to offer. It’s also possible to stay right on the edge of The Riva, a spacious promenade with a distinct French influence, and an ideal morning coffee spot. If it’s iconic Split you’re after book into a Split hostel on Marmont Street and you’ll be right amongst it, with shops, cafes and restaurants, as well as a theatre and Split’s first ever cinema. Most of the hostels in Split are located in the city centre but you can find plenty a little further outside if you are looking for nature and a more chilled experience. Or if you’re disconnecting, the hostel staff will ensure you are never bored or short of ideas of what to see or do. Free Wi-Fi to make sure mum and dad are not worried? Check. From HOSCARs award winners to independent boutique hostels to traditional youth hostels, Split has it all – see our blog post about best hostels in Split. Split hostels are something special: expect a mixture between budget and modern chic hostels, incredible activities like yoga lessons to improve your ‘downward dog’, boat parties to unleash your party soul, or nightly pub crawls to test Croatian beer. Whether you’re heading to Split to be immersed into Croatian culture or just to enjoy its natural beauty, it’s easy to fall for this peninsular city’s charm. Or chill on one of the white sandy beaches and hop aboard a party boat as night falls. Explore the Old Town’s cafes dotted around the cobbled streets, among the historic buildings still standing from their Roman Empire origins.

Split, nicknamed the ‘Mediterranean Flower’ for its all-year-round great climate, overlooks the eastern shores of the Adriatic Sea on Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast.

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