Split, Croatia: 4 Days Guide

See

Diocletian’s Palace – Entered through four arched gateways, this vast 3rd-century palace now shelters Split’s old town. It centres on the Peristil, a monumental square lined by marble columns, where Diocletian would have made his public appearances. The Peristil is overlooked by Diocletian’s octagonal mausoleum, now the Cathedral of St Domnius. You can climb the elegant bell-tower, for dizzying views down into the old town.
Meštrović Gallery – From the old town, a 20-minute walk west along the coast brings you to this impressive 1930’s villa, built as a summer home for Croatia’s greatest modern sculptor, Ivan Meštrović.
Marjan park (with view) – To reach it, climb 100 steps up Senjska street, through Varoš, to Vidilica Cafe
Gallery of Fine Art (be sure to stop at the gallery’s breezy outdoor terrace cafe for coffee or a cocktail)
Beaches: Bačvice (most crowded), Ovcice (more fashionable), Kastelet (quiet on the west side)

Sail

Island hopping via Jadrolinija ferry terminal that service the islands dock just beyond the eastern end of The Riva:

Zlatni Rat, Bol, Brac island – This is probably Croatia’s most famous beach
Hvar & Palmižana, Pakleni Islands beaches
The Blue and Green caves on the islands of Bisevo and Ravnik, with tours easily booked from one of the many kiosks along the waterfront in Split
Sunset sail while on Hvar (Fontana Tours for Pakleni islands, stopping off in a secluded bay for a swim, before arriving at another little bay with a cute seaside bar)

Eat

Drink

Enjoyed drinks on the steps of Diocletian’s Palace, while admiring the architecture and listening/dancing to a live music performance
Bar Gaga – One of the most popular cocktail bars in the old town. Cocktails come dangerously cheap
Charlie’s bar is another good spot in the old town with good mix of local and international crowd, great atmosphere, and cheap drinks
Marvlvs Bar – a lovely, unique jazz and library bar located in a 15th century palace
Fabrique – the largest pub in Split, has a lovely industrial-style interior, and over 40 international beers. The place is huge with front room for drinks, and back room for dining. Fabrique is open until 2 am, and on weekends it hosts DJs.
Caffe Bar inbox (chilled with view during the day, party vibes at night)
Caffe bar Fluid – This is the tiniest bar possible, but well worth seeking out. The interior of the bar is stunning, built into the town’s walls. Outside there are just few tables, but lots of people just hangout around the bar
Quasimodo Club – located ten minutes walk north of the old town, serves as a coffee bar during the day, and a mini club during the night. Program includes live performances, DJ nights, and music varies from rock, indie rock, jazz, blues, and sometimes thematic music nights featuring any style.

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