Split

Sights

• Diocletian's Palace – A Roman emperor's palace that now houses the old town – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Peristyle – The colonnaded courtyard at the heart of the palace.
• Cathedral of St Domnius – A former mausoleum with a bell tower and views.
• Riva – The palm-lined harbour promenade.
• Marjan – A wooded hill with viewpoints and swimming coves.
• Bačvice beach – The city beach where locals play picigin.

Food & nightlife

• Peka – Meat or octopus slow-cooked under a bell in embers.
• Pašticada – Braised beef with gnocchi.
• Konoba – A traditional tavern with Dalmatian cooking.
• Grilled fish – With chard and potatoes (blitva).

Day trips

• Hvar – Lavender, a fortress and coves on the island.
• Brač and Zlatni Rat – The famous beach that changes shape with the wind.
• Trogir – A small island old town – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Krka National Park – Waterfalls and wooden walkways in the river valley.

Good to know

When to go

May–June, September–October

Getting around

The old town on foot; ferries and catamarans to the islands from the port, buses to Trogir and the national parks.

Tipping

Service is usually included – rounding up is a nice gesture.

Power

Plug type C/F, 230 V – pack an adapter for Swiss plugs.

Currency

Euro (EUR)

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