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Split is a port city on the Adriatic coast in southwestern Croatia, and the country's second-largest after the capital Zagreb. It offers a lively harbor scene alongside its urban charm.

Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Split
Gateway airport
Saint Jerome Airport (SPU)
Best season
Mar–Jun, Oct
Time zone
Europe/Zagreb
Sights covered
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Diocletian's Palace

Castles & palaces

Diocletian's Palace

The palace where Roman emperor Diocletian lived after his retirement, now woven into the old town of Split. Traces of ancient Rome can be found throughout its winding streets.

Čiovo

Nature

Čiovo

Čiovo is a Croatian island in the Adriatic Sea, close to Trogir and Kaštela, making it easy to combine with a visit to those towns. Its small size makes it easy to explore at a relaxed pace.

Cathedral of Saint Domnius

Temples & religious sites

Cathedral of Saint Domnius

A cathedral in Split's old town, housed in what was originally the mausoleum of the Roman emperor Diocletian. It's considered the oldest Catholic cathedral to have retained its original structure without major alterations.

Marjan

Parks & gardens

Marjan

A hill on the Split peninsula covered in Mediterranean pine forest, offering views of both the city and the sea. With jogging trails, beaches, and even a zoo, it's a popular spot for weekend outings.

Temple of Jupiter, Split

Temples & religious sites

Temple of Jupiter, Split

A Roman-era temple near the Peristyle square within Diocletian's Palace in Split. Built in the early 4th century for the god Jupiter, it was later used as a baptistery.

Hollow Church

Temples & religious sites

Hollow Church

The excavated remains of an 11th-century Romanesque church at the Salona archaeological site near Split. It's a good place to explore ancient ruins and get a feel for history.

Mali Kozjak

Nature

Mali Kozjak

A mountain rising above Kaštela near Split, part of the Dinaric Alps, with a highest peak of 779 meters. Its limestone karst terrain creates a striking contrast between the steep southern slope and the gentler northern one.

Kaštela Bay

Nature

Kaštela Bay

This bay lies on the Adriatic Sea between Split and Trogir, with coastal towns adding to its charming scenery. It's a lovely spot for a seaside walk.

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Average temperature by month

5-year average

Jan
Feb
10° Mar
14° Apr
19° May
24° Jun
27° Jul
27° Aug
22° Sep
18° Oct
13° Nov
10° Dec

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