Small Group Walking Tour of Split for First Time Visitors

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

My tour is designed to give first-time visitors an engaging and easy-to-follow introduction to the city's history, culture, and daily life. We visit key landmarks, including the Golden Gate, Peristyle, Jupiter’s Temple, the Cathedral of Saint Domnius, the famous Riva promenade and many other important sights in Split Old Town. But this isn’t just a history lesson, it’s a relaxed, immersive experience where guests get real insights into Split’s past and present. As a guide originally from Bosnia who has lived in Split for years, I offer a broader regional perspective, connecting Split’s history to the wider Balkans. My small-group tours allow for meaningful conversations, and after the tour, I provide personalized recommendations on where to eat, what to see, and local experiences to try. This tour is perfect for travelers who want an informative but laid-back introduction to Split, whether solo, with friends, or as a family.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

The Golden Gate

The northern entrance to Diocletian's Palace, the Golden Gate, served as the main landward gate. Join the tour to find out real meaning behind its name.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Narodni Trg

This vibrant square is the heart of Split's Old Town. Surrounded by historic buildings, including the old Town Hall, it has been a central gathering place for centuries. Today, it's lined with cafés and shops, making it a perfect spot to experience the city's lively atmosphere.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Group Selfie sent to your email

Links to where to and what to eat, where to go, what to see, experience etc!

Professional licensed guide

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Small Group Walking Tour of Split for First Time Visitors

Reviews

5.00

21 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Wonderful!
susfro,,Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wonderful guide! Perfect small group!! Jelena is very knowledgeable and able to impart the history in a memorable way.
What a great tour guide!
nancyhN2237RF,,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Jelena was knowledgeable and interesting and shared her love for her beautiful city with us. We learned so much! We highly recommend her tour.
Good micro history lesson...
Nikki L,,Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Good micro history lesson in a short amount of time while seeing the highlights of Split. Our guide was pleasant and informative. She spent time extra time with questions and recommendations which was helpful.
Small group tour Oct 2025
simonrI2273UP,,Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Jelena was awesome, great pace, knows so much about the city. Good explanation. I would totally recommend this, small group works best. You can ask questions and get a truly detailed answer if that’s what you want. Will explore Split further from what we learnt today.
Split walking tour.
N6817BFharryw,,Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This tour is perfect if you have just arrived in Split and want to get to know the old town area, Jelena provided us a tour which really gave a much deeper understanding and appreciation of the city whilst being quick and easy going within one hour and 30mins, highly recommended.
Great tour!
837donnag,,Aug 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Jelena was an incredible guide. She was extreme knowledgeable and made the area come alive for us. She showed us a new way to take selfies and was happy to take pictures for and with the tour. Overall I would thoroughly recommend this tour
Quick and concise tour
Shennean K,,Aug 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Helena was very friendly and gave us a great tour around the heart of the city. If you have time the tour will help you get orientated around the city
Very lively and insightful walking tour with pleasant guide
535jane,,Jul 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We really enjoyed a lot our 90 min private walking tour with Jelena. Her guiding style is very informative and insightful but still funny. We were so engaged that we almost forgot to take pictures of the beautiful old town-in-palace. Highly recommended!
Great for first time in Split
Kevin M,,Jun 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide was great, very knowledgeable and encouraged questions that we had. Easy tour with a few steps but we were able to bring a stroller with our infant. 100% worth it.
A tour of the Diocletian Palace in Split
missmarye2025,,Jun 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Jelena led us on a 90 minute tour of the Diocletian Palace in Split. Her commentary was excellent, she answered all our questions and we came away with a much better understanding of the history of Split and the Palace. Jelena was professional, knowledgeable and friendly.