World by City

Temples & religious sites

Church of the Holy Spirit

Open in Maps
Church of the Holy Spirit

Church of the Holy Spirit

Located in the old town of Split, this religious site serves as a chronological record of the city's architectural history. Originally constructed in the 11th century, the building features a pre-Romanesque doorway, Gothic extensions, and Baroque interior decorations. Visitors go here to see the surviving wall frescoes and the cloistered courtyard.

Getting There

The church is situated within the historic center of Split. It is accessible on foot from the main city hubs. Depending on your starting point in the old town, the walk typically takes less than 10 minutes.

Duration of Visit

Allow approximately 30 to 60 minutes to examine the architectural details, the courtyard, and the interior artwork.

When to Visit

Visiting during the early morning or late afternoon helps avoid the peak flow of pedestrians in the narrow streets of the old town. Like most sites in the city center, it can get crowded during the summer tourist season.

Nearby Attractions

Because of its central location, this site can be combined with several other points of interest within a short walking distance:

  • Public square: 0.1km
  • Republic Square: 0.2km
  • Museum of Fine Arts, Split: 0.2km
  • Church of Our Lady of Health: 0.2km

Updated September 13, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Tickets & tours

Admission prices and opening hours change often, so we don't list them here. Check what's on sale and at what price below — booking ahead can cut the queue at some places.

GetYourGuide GetYourGuide 클룩 Klook Tiqets Tiqets KKday KKday WeGoTrip WeGoTrip

This place may not appear in the results — some sites are free to enter or sell tickets only at the gate.

Stays near Church of the Holy Spirit

Sorted by distance, walkable ones first. Distances are straight-line.

Map and place data © OpenStreetMap contributors

Church of the Holy Spirit Nearby stays

Check prices and availability on the booking sites.

Pick your dates — we'll search Split hotels for you

Choose dates and guests, and the buttons below will open search results with your criteria. Prices differ between sites, so compare before you book.

View on Compare sites 부킹닷컴 View on Booking.com 호텔스닷컴 View on Hotels.com

Hotel membership

Staying at Accor hotels often? ALL Accor+ Explorer

A paid annual membership. It includes two free nights a year across Asia-Pacific, 30% off dining and 15% off drinks, and 15% off stays at more than 4,500 hotels worldwide.

Explore the membership

Good to visit alongside

Public square

Parks & gardens

Public square

The central square of Split's old town, just outside the western gate of Diocletian's Palace. With its cafés and shops, it's a great spot to soak up the local atmosphere and take a break.

0.1 km away
Republic Square

Parks & gardens

Republic Square

Republic Square lies near Split's old town and is lined with Italian-style buildings. It's a pleasant spot to relax at an outdoor café.

0.2 km away
Museum of Fine Arts, Split

Museums & galleries

Museum of Fine Arts, Split

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.

0.2 km away
Church of Our Lady of Health

Temples & religious sites

Church of Our Lady of Health

Standing on the square beside the Croatian National Theatre in Split, this church combines an old Baroque bell tower with a newer white sanctuary built in modern times. It's attached to a Franciscan monastery, so visitors can also browse the monastery's painting gallery.

0.2 km away
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.

0.2 km away
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.

0.2 km away