A local's blog about visiting Split, Croatia: in-depth guides, the best things to do, beaches, food and practical tips to plan the perfect trip.
Wondering about the best things to do in Split? From Diocletian's Palace and Marjan Hill to beaches, viewpoints and island day trips, here are our top 15.
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An honest access guide to Split for wheelchair users, seniors and anyone who can't walk far: what's genuinely flat, what isn't, and how to reach the viewpoints without the climb.
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Which Game of Thrones scenes were really filmed in and around Split: the palace cellars, Klis Fortress as Meereen, Kaštel Gomilica as Braavos, and how to see them all in one afternoon.
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A local's two-day Split itinerary: what to see on day one, where to swim on day two, the mistake most 48-hour visitors make, and the day trip we'd tell you to skip.
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A local's guide to where to stay in Split: the Old Town, Veli Varoš, Bačvice, Meje and Žnjan compared, plus the noise, stairs and parking nobody warns you about.
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The best day trips from Split, honestly ranked: Brač, Hvar, Trogir, Klis, Krka and the Blue Cave, how long each really takes, and the ones we'd tell you to skip.
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The practical stuff nobody tells you about Split: money, the heat, the winds that cancel boats, coffee culture, tipping, water shoes and when the city actually eats.
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What to eat in Split and where to find it: konoba classics like peka and pašticada, how to order fish, the markets, wine, and which terraces to walk past.
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Everything you need for Diocletian's Palace: what to see, which parts are free, tickets for the cellars and bell tower, how long you need and when to go.
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What to do in Split in the evening, from sunset viewpoints and the Riva promenade to konoba dinners, rooftop bars, Bačvice and the lit lanes of the palace.
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A day by day plan for three days in Split, from Diocletian's Palace and Marjan sunsets to a slow beach morning and an island day trip, written by locals.
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Everything you need for Marjan Forest Park: the climb to Vidilica, Telegrin peak, the hermit churches, the beaches below, and how long it all really takes.
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Planning a family trip to Split? Here are the best things to do in Split with kids, from shallow beaches and Roman cellars to easy Marjan walks and rainy day ideas.
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Everything you need to know about getting around Split: what's genuinely walkable, when to take a bus or taxi, whether you need a car, and how to reach the coast.
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Discover the best Split shore excursions for cruise passengers, top attractions, hidden gems, cruise port pickup and why a private tuk tuk tour is the way to explore.
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Most visitors only ever see Split's Old Town. Here's why a vintage tuk tuk is the best way to explore the city, and reach the hidden gems locals love most.
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Only one day in Split from a cruise ship? This perfect itinerary covers Diocletian's Palace, hidden gems, viewpoints and the fastest way to see it all in a few hours.
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Some of the best spots in Split are too far to walk to. Here are 7 viewpoints, beaches and hidden corners most visitors miss, and the easy way to reach them all.
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Wondering how many days you need in Split? Whether you have 1, 2, 3 or 4+ days, here's exactly how long to stay and how to plan the perfect Split itinerary.
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Looking for romantic things to do in Split? From night tours of Diocletian's Palace to Marjan Hill sunsets and seaside dinners, 10 perfect date ideas for couples.
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When is the best time to visit Split? A season-by-season guide to weather, crowds, prices and swimming so you can pick the perfect time for your Split trip.
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Looking beyond the crowds? These hidden gems in Split, secret beaches, quiet viewpoints and local corners, show you the side of the city most tourists never see.
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Chasing the best views in Split? From Marjan Hill to the Bell Tower and hidden terraces, these are the best viewpoints in Split for sunset and unforgettable photos.
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Travelling on a budget? Discover the best free things to do in Split, from Diocletian's Palace and Marjan Hill to beaches, viewpoints and markets that cost nothing.
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From sandy Bačvice to the pine-shaded coves of Marjan, here are the best beaches in Split, where to swim, sunbathe and find the clearest Adriatic water.
Read moreReading about Split is fun, but riding through it is unforgettable. Hop aboard a retro tuk tuk and let a local guide show you the Old Town, the best viewpoints and the hidden gems most visitors miss.
