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Split 3-Day Itinerary (2 Nights)

A 3-day route through Split grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.

Distances are straight-line, so actual transit times will differ. Feel free to reorder the stops. · Updated August 15, 2026

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DAY 1

Around Diocletian's Palace · Castles & palaces·Temples & religious sites

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  1. Morning
    Diocletian's Palace

    Castles & palaces

    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.

  2. After lunch
    Temple of Jupiter, Split

    Temples & religious sites · 0.1 km from the previous stop

    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.

  3. Afternoon
    Ethnographic museum Split

    Museums & galleries · 0.1 km from the previous stop

    This museum inside Diocletian's Palace showcases traditional Dalmatian costumes and ways of life. It offers a light, engaging glimpse into the everyday life of old Split.

  4. Evening
    Peristil

    Parks & gardens · 0 km from the previous stop

    Peristyle Square sits at the heart of Diocletian's Palace and is a symbol of Split. It's a great spot to stroll or sit for a while, surrounded by ancient Roman ruins.

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DAY 2

Around Čiovo · Nature·Castles & palaces

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  1. Morning
    Čiovo

    Nature

    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.

  2. After lunch
    Kaštela Bay

    Nature · 5.4 km from the previous stop

    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.

  3. Afternoon
    Cippico Castle

    Castles & palaces · 4.1 km from the previous stop

    Cippico Castle stands in the village of Kaštel Novi, in the Kaštela area of Dalmatia, Croatia. It's a good place to see the old fortress walls still preserved throughout the village.

  4. Evening
    Crkva sv. Ivana Krstitelja (Kaštel Stari, Kaštela, Chorvatsko)

    Temples & religious sites · 0.4 km from the previous stop

    This Baroque-style church stands at the heart of Kaštel Stari, a village near Split, and is notable for its five marble altars and an old icon of the Madonna. It's a pleasant stop to step in and view the modest interior while strolling through the quiet village.

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DAY 3

Around Cathedral of Saint Domnius · Temples & religious sites·Heritage & monuments

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  1. Morning
    Cathedral of Saint Domnius

    Temples & religious sites

    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.

  2. After lunch
    Golden Gate

    Heritage & monuments · 0.1 km from the previous stop

    This is one of the Roman-era gates leading into Split's old town, serving as the main entrance to Diocletian's Palace. Restored over the centuries, it can still be seen today.

  3. Afternoon
    St Martin's Church

    Temples & religious sites · 0 km from the previous stop

    An old church tucked into a narrow space just inside the Golden Gate, the northern entrance to Diocletian's Palace. Its highlight is an intricately carved 11th-century choir screen, and it's open to the public.

  4. Evening
    Museum of Fine Arts, Split

    Museums & galleries · 0.1 km from the previous stop

    This art museum showcases works spanning from the 14th century to the present day. Since opening in 1931, it has held a collection of paintings, sculptures, and icons by leading Croatian artists such as Bukovac and Meštrović.

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Around Diocletian's Palace, the anchor of day one. Staying here keeps your first day's travel shortest.

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