Split: Best Things to Do
SIGHTSEEING
Split, a small city with a population of more than 300,000 people. Besides, Split is the economic center on the eastern Adriatic coastline, making it a busy place to visit. You will also enjoy the modern Split seaside area, Riva, and sandy beaches around it such as Bay Bačvice. In short, this city has a lot to offer you.
Bay Bačvice
DOWNTOWN
Split is the second-largest city in Croatia and the largest city in the Dalmatia region. The modern transportation in the city makes the trip around the city easier. Tourists can easily get on public transportation to bustling around and discover the beauty of the city. Diocletian's Palace, the old city which is the main tourist destination in Split. This place is located on the beach. In front of the Roman heritage building which still stands crowing was made a plaza, where tourists sit and relax by the sea, or in cafes located along the road.
Diocletian's Palace
SHOPPING
CRO Corner is an ideal gift shop for tourists to visit. They provide varied kinds of stuff and items that are amazing for souvenirs such as beautiful glass coasters, square-shaped, with images of ships in a different color glass. Another good gift shop is IRON THRONE of Game of Thrones, dedicated to providing all items related to the Game of Thrones series. Here you can find a wide range of collections of GoT attributes and items. If you’re one of the fans, you should visit this place.
CRO Corner
IRON THRONE of Game of Thrones in Split city shop
FOOD & DRINK
Cevapcici is a traditional food from Croatia, Serbia, and Bosnia. Not only that, but cevapcici can also be easily bought in supermarkets in the form of packages that are ripe. Then at home, you only heat for about 5 minutes in the microwave. Once the Cevapcici was so famous, a restaurant here provided free Cevapcici during the 2018 world cup. Žganci is food from Croatia which is usually served at breakfast. At first glance, it looks quite similar to polenta from Italy. The polenta is made from wheat, buckwheat flour, corn, water, salt, and cooking oil. The polenta ingredients used are the same as the ingredients for making žganci, but the matter of taste of this Croatian dish is no less authentic. The žganci menu is served complete with cuts of meat and honey. Croats usually eat žganci along with cheese, milk or yogurt.
CULTURE
Croatian is the language of the Slavic family which is the official language in Croatia and Bosnia-Herzegovina. From a linguistic perspective, Croatian is a normative form of the Serbo-Croatian language.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
The best time to visit this city is May to June and September and October. During these months, the days are pleasant and sunny.
HOTEL
Plenty of nice hotels, hostels, and motels are available in Split. If you traveling and looking for a budget hotel in Split, you can try to stay at Villa Diana. It is located nearby the train terminal, bus, and ferry, and also the setting is pretty good. Another place is Hotel Kastel 1700, located in the Old Split and offer such great neighborhood and comfortable facilities.
Hotel Villa Diana
Kastel 1700
RESTAURANT
Kadena is a traditional restaurant with a great atmosphere. Head east to this updated restaurant that quickly gets followers among the Split gastronomic crowd. The wine cellar is the best in the region and the chef is not afraid to weave new flavors and imaginative sauces into his plate. A glass-walled terrace with views of the Adriatic helps the atmosphere. The tasting menu (from 270Kn) offers a variety of delicacies. Bokeria is inspired by the famous market in Barcelona, this family-run restaurant near the Split market makes its breakthrough with fine cuisine with Mediterranean cuisine. The spacious interior and extensive menu offer something for everyone, all fresh.
Kadena
Bokeria kitchen & wine bar
CAFE
Café Bar Academia located in the heart of Split which uniquely the best place to study and have a cup of coffee. They provide indoor and outdoor seats that allow you to enjoy the moment alone or with friends. Another place to relax is Caffee Bar St. Riva, located a few meters offshore and the atmosphere is amazing. Here you can enjoy the best moment with a cup of coffee and some local bites while the breeze from the beach touches your skin.
Café Bar Academia
Caffee Bar St. Riva
BAR AND NIGHTLIFE
Night Club & Beach Bar Zenta maybe is the best bar and club in Split. The location off the shore with the cool setting is really making the night gets better. The drinks and music up the night are the best part of this place. You should visit this place to feel the vibes! Another great bar in Split is La Playa Day & Night, another offshore bar with great drinks. They open in daylight and night with various entertainment to enjoy such as music and DJ.
Night Club & Beach Bar Zenta
La Playa Day & Night
INTERESTING PLACE
Located in a bay on the southern side of the Split peninsula, Diocletian's Palace is an ancient palace that was built for the Roman Emperor Diocletian around the 4th century AD and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site which forms about half of the old city of Split. Don't get me wrong with the word “Palace” it uses this place was used as a Diocletian retirement residence. Surrounded by the city and the sea, Marjan Hill is one of the places in this city that is a reference for tourists. If you are looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, Marjan Hill and the Mediterranean pine forest area 3 kilometers is the perfect place. You can see the city of Split while enjoying stunning views of the entire city, the surrounding islands, and the nearby Mosor and Kozjak mountains.
Diocletian's Palace
Marjan Hill Stairs
INSTAGRAMMABLE SPOT
Located near the Archdiocese of Split-Makarskahe, Saint Domnius Cathedral or Saint Duje Cathedral is a beautiful Catholic cathedral in Split and consists of a church formed from the mausoleum of the Roman Empire. It was built in 305 AD as the Diocletian Mausoleum, this magnificent building is the most preserved ancient Roman building and is also known as the oldest Catholic cathedral in the world that is still used in its original structure. Aimed at Emperor Diocletian, Peristil Square was the central square of the Diocletian Palace. Because of its unique beauty made of red granite pillars (not only Roman, but also Egyptian influence), Peristil is an ideal scene for theater performances, but also concerts and city nightlife.
Diocletian's Palace
Saint Domnius Cathedral
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