Split
Croatia's second city is built inside a 1,700-year-old Roman emperor's retirement palace — Diocletian's Palace, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site with cafes, bars, and a cathedral crammed into its ancient walls. Split is a living archaeological site where daily life unfolds in Roman corridors and it's the gateway to Croatia's most beautiful Dalmatian islands.
Budget Breakdown by Tier
All prices are estimates for one person. Double for couples (hotels are often the same price for 1–2 guests).
Budget Smart
Hostels inside Palace walls, seafood tavernas, ferries to islands
Business Class
Palace boutique hotel, daily island ferry, boat tours, fish restaurants
Luxury
Beachfront resort, private yacht charter, fine Dalmatian dining, spa
Top Experiences
Where to Stay
Split Hostel Booze and Snooze
What guests say
“Right inside the Palace walls, great bar, and the island tour bookings are competitively priced. The most social hostel in Split by far.”
“Perfect location for exploring everything on foot. The ferry booking service for Hvar and Brac is genuinely helpful.”
Hotel Vestibul Palace Split
What guests say
“A 5-star hotel inside a Roman palace is one of travel's great experiences. The vaulted stone rooms and rooftop views over the Mediterranean are extraordinary.”
“Staying inside Diocletian's Palace itself — the restaurant in the Roman cellars serves the best Dalmatian cuisine in Split.”
Radisson Blu Resort Split
What guests say
“The finest modern resort in Split with an extraordinary beachfront location. The sea-view rooms are genuinely spectacular and the spa is world-class.”
“Beach, spa, rooftop bar, and a shuttle to the Old Town. Everything works perfectly and the Adriatic views from the infinity pool are exceptional.”
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- ✓Split is a better base than Dubrovnik for island hopping — ferries to Hvar, Brac, Vis, and Korcula all depart from here
- ✓Get lost inside Diocletian's Palace — the residential quarter is still lived in and the morning market is extraordinary
- ✓Hvar is beautiful but extremely expensive in July and August — consider Brac or Vis instead
- ✓The Pazar (Green Market) outside the Golden Gate is the best morning food experience in Split
- ✓Eat burek from the bakeries near the market for EUR1.50 — better than most restaurants
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