Why Split Is Best Explored by Tuk Tuk (And Why Most Visitors Miss Its Hidden Gems)
Every year, thousands of travelers arrive in Split expecting to spend a few hours wandering through the Old Town. While Diocletian's Palace is undoubtedly spectacular, many visitors leave without ever discovering what makes Split truly special. The city's most breathtaking viewpoints, hidden parks, scenic coastal roads and peaceful beaches are scattered beyond the historic centre, and unless you have a full day, a rental car, or local knowledge, they're surprisingly easy to miss. As someone who spends every day showing visitors around Split, I've seen the same pattern repeatedly: people arrive with high expectations, but many never experience the places locals love the most.
By Ante Elez
Split Is More Than Diocletian's Palace
Of course, the Palace deserves its reputation. Built more than 1,700 years ago, it's the heart of the city and one of Croatia's most famous landmarks. But Split offers so much more.
Within just a few kilometres, you can visit Marjan Hill with its panoramic views over the Adriatic, Kašjuni (one of the city's most beautiful beaches in Split), the peaceful Sustipan Park above the sea, Poljud Stadium (home of Hajduk Split), and Villa Dalmacija, one of Croatia's most interesting historic residences. These places are difficult to combine on foot if you're only visiting for a few hours.
- Marjan Hill viewpoints
- Kašjuni Beach
- Sustipan Park
- Poljud Stadium
- Villa Dalmacija
Why Tuk Tuk Is Such a Great Way to Explore
One of the biggest advantages of exploring Split by vintage tuk tuk is flexibility. Unlike large tour buses, a tuk tuk can easily reach scenic roads, stop whenever guests want to take photos, and provide a much more personal experience.
It also allows visitors to see much more of the city in a short amount of time, especially useful for cruise passengers whose schedules are limited, and for reaching the spots that are genuinely hard to get to on foot. Our Classic Tour and the more comprehensive See Everything Tour are built around exactly these hard-to-reach gems.
Local Stories Make the Difference
Every city has famous landmarks. What most travelers remember, however, are the stories, the hidden viewpoints, the local recommendations, the places they would never have found on their own.
That's what transforms sightseeing into an experience, and it's the part you simply can't get from a guidebook or a map.
Planning Your Visit to Split
If you're visiting Split for the first time, my advice is simple: spend some time in the Old Town, but don't stop there. Some of the city's most memorable places lie just outside the historic centre. Our list of things to know before visiting Split covers the practical side, from cash to church dress codes.
Whether you explore them by tuk tuk, bicycle or on foot, they're absolutely worth your time. And if you're only in port for a few hours, our one day in Split cruise itinerary shows how to fit the highlights into a single, well-planned visit. And if you're comparing your options, our guide to the best tours in Split is an honest look at every way to see the city.
