Split History Walking Tour: Explore with a Master Historian
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Split
Join a Split History Walking Tour with a master historian and local guide. Explore the city's development through time, learn from 3D reconstructions, and engage in dialogue for a truly immersive learning experience.
Duration: 1 hour, 50 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Riva Harbor - Split’s Riviera, the most important site for all of the local residents. There are some graphic and model representations here that I use for an introduction to what is going to be shown inside the Palace. Also, the southern wall of Diocletian’s Palace is beautifully seen from that spot.
What's Included
  • Tour led by owner Toni

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What's Not Included
  • No Admission Tickets Included
  • Not entering any museums or payed sites
Additional Information

Embark on an enlightening stroll around Split with resident historian, Toni, the proprietor of Dioclespot Tours. He will expertly introduce you to all the key landmarks situated at the heart of Split, aligning the progression with the city’s historical timeline.

Boasting a Master’s degree in history, Toni’s depth and breadth of knowledge goes far beyond a standard tour guide course. His academic background coupled with a deep-seated passion for history manifests in each tour he leads. Furthermore, being a native and current resident of Split lends an authentic vibe to the experience!

In addition to his wealth of historical knowledge, Toni’s credentials include a background in education which enhances the tours into an opportunity for true learning.

As an adept English speaker, Toni encourages interactive conversations throughout the tour to establish a personal rapport and facilitate a more enjoyable learning experience.

Experience history firsthand with Toni’s 3D representations of the landmarks, a product of his unwavering commitment to giving visitors a real glimpse into the past.

Location
Obala Hrvatskog narodnog preporoda 22
Obala Hrvatskog narodnog preporoda
Brass Gate of Diocletian's Palace (also called Bronze Gate). That is the southern seaside entrance from the Promenade (Riva) into the Cellars of Diocletian's Palace. It is a small entrance into the Palace Walls, next to the 'Gentile' coffee bar. The guide holds a sign 'Magister of History'
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Lisa_h
Jun 22, 2024
Fantastic - Excellent tour, Toni is the perfect guide. Good to do it at 6pm after the cruise ship groups have left.
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Eegginton
Jun 21, 2024
Highly Recommend - Great Experience. Our guide was super knowledgeable, very easy to talk to. Absolutely recommend this tour to understand the history of the city
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Sara_c
Jun 20, 2024
Walking tour of split - This was such a great tour of Split from a very knowledgeable guide and resident of split! The tour was a highlights tour and included a good review of history and architecture. If you’re in split it’s a must.
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Dominicanbillybob
Jun 20, 2024
Top Marks Toni - Toni our guide was excellent due to being a historian who was born and bread in Split. Ancient history brought right up to date by Toni and his insight into the city., its people and their blended culture. I cannot recommend highly enough.
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Gail_n
Jun 19, 2024
A must! - The best tour guide I experienced amongst all the several tours I took while in Croatia. Erudite, interesting, comprehensive, wonderful on taking and answering questions.
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Ardene_z
Jun 19, 2024
Toni was extremely... - Toni was extremely knowledgeable and quite funny. He alerted us with time and location several times. He was delightful
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David_b
Jun 18, 2024
Brilliant Walking Tour - Excellent walking tour that gives you the highlights of the centre of Split. Toni was a great guide and gave a fantastic local view of Split. Also recommended other things to do
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Mary_a
Jun 18, 2024
Great Walking Tour - Toni was an excellent guide and provided really interesting information about the formation of Split. Would definitely recommend!
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302marir
Jun 17, 2024
Entertaining and informative - This tour is what a tour should be. He provided information about Roman times and the history of the immediate area as well as Croatia, all in an accessible and entertaining manner. It was well worth the cost and the time.
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Meg_d
Jun 17, 2024
Best tour of Split - Excellent tour and very knowledgeable tour guide -Toni is a retired history teacher who studied history at university - highly recommend
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