Split is one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been and I keep coming back every summer. There’s just something special about it: the sea, the sunsets, the old stone streets filled with history and life.
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MUST do Activities & Unforgetable Adventures🏰🗺️
TOP BEACH spots in Split🏝️
Sip & Chill Spots ☕
Cocktails & Coastal Nights 🍸🍹🌇
MUST try restourants🐠🍽️
MUST do Activities & Unforgetable Adventures🏰🗺️
Dreaming of a perfect escape? ✨🇭🇷 This list is your ultimate guide to Split, one of the most magical places on the Adriatic! 🏛️🌊 From walking through history at Diocletian’s Palace, soaking in sunsets on the Riva, hiking up to the views at Marja...
Just an hour away,a perfect day trip! 🌿💦
You can swim under magical waterfalls and enjoy a refreshing escape into nature. Don’t have a car? No worries you can easily join a group tour with a guide (that’s what I did, and the experience was absolute...
Krka Waterfalls🌊-National Park Krka
This trip takes you about 1.5 to 2 hours by speedboat from Split 🚤, and the ride itself is already an experience. Once you arrive at the Blue Cave on Biševo, you’ll enter a small rowing boat to glide through a narrow entrance into a glowing, electri...
Blue Cave
Right in the heart of Diocletian’s Palace, you’ll find one of Split’s true gems Cathedral of Saint Domnius ⛪. Super easy to reach (just steps from the Riva), and the best time to visit is early morning or late afternoon fewer crowds, golden light, be...
Cathedral of Saint Domnius⛪️
Just a quick boat ride from Split, Hvar is THE island for crystal-clear waters, history, and some serious island vibes 🌴✨. Best time? May to September sunny days, turquoise sea, and just enough people to keep it chill. Don’t forget your swimwear, cu...
Hvar Island
Right in the heart of Split, Riva Promenade is THE spot to sip coffee, people-watch, and soak up those Mediterranean vibes ☕️🌞. Lined with palm trees and buzzing cafés, it’s where locals and tourists collide in the best way.
Best time to visit? Any...
Riva Promenade
If you’re craving a nature escape in Split, Marjan Hill is a must 🌿🏞️. I spent an afternoon hiking its trails and was blown away by the stunning views endless blue sea, city rooftops, and peaceful pine forests all around. The vibe is so calm and lo...
Marjan Hill⛰️
Museum of Illusions Split was such a fun surprise! 🤩 Walking through rooms full of mind-bending tricks and optical illusions had me amazed and laughing non-stop. Every corner was a perfect photo op I couldn’t stop snapping pics! 📸✨ And guess what? ...
Museum of Illusions Split
Just a short boat ride from Split, the Blue Lagoon is hands down one of the most magical places you can visit in Croatia 🌊✨. I spent a few hours there, and honestly it felt like stepping into a postcard. Crystal-clear turquoise waters, soft sandy se...
Blue Lagoon
Step into Mall of Split, Dalmatia’s biggest shopping & entertainment hub, just a 10-minute drive from old town Split 🚗🛍️. With over 200 stores in a modern, light-filled space inspired by Diocletian’s Palace, it’s the perfect spot to escape the ...
Mall of Split
Right in the heart of Split, Diocletian’s Palace feels like stepping into a Roman time machine 🏛️⏳. Just a few steps from the Riva, and you’re surrounded by ancient stone walls, narrow alleys, and marble courtyards bathed in Mediterranean sun. It’s ...
Diocletian's Palace-ancient Roman Palace
TOP BEACH spots in Split🏝️
The most famous city beach sandy, shallow, and super social! Great for playing picigin (local water game), grabbing a drink, or meeting people.
📍Just a 10-minute walk from the city center & Riva
Bačvice Beach
Tucked beneath Marjan Hill, this pebble beach offers crystal-clear water and a more relaxed vibe. There’s a chill beach bar and sunbeds available.
📍West side of Marjan Hill
Kašjuni Beach
A big, modern pebble beach with lots of space, bars, kids’ areas, and beach lounges perfect for families or a long beach day.
📍Eastern Split (10 min drive or bus ride)
🌅 Bene Beach
Hidden in the pine forest of Marjan Park, this
Žnjan Beach
Hidden in the pine forest of Marjan Park, this beach is all about peace and nature. There’s also a restaurant, playground, and sports courts.
📍Inside Marjan Forest Park
Bene Beach
A clean, pebbly beach near luxury hotels with calm waters, sunbeds, and a cozy beach bar ideal for a more relaxed, upscale beach vibe.
📍Near Radisson Blu Hotel, East Split
Trstenik Beach
Sip & Chill Spots ☕
Kava2 has one of the most beautiful views in Split seriously, it’s hard to beat! I always go for the macchiato (SO good), but their iced coffee is amazing too ☕❄️. The atmosphere is unbeatable cozy, chill, and stylish at the same time. Inside, it’s a...
Kava2
D16 Coffee is a hidden gem in Split’s Old Town and it’s the real deal for coffee lovers! Drinks are great value (around €3), and their coffee is strong, smooth, and super satisfying ☕💥. It can get busy, especially in the morning, so try to come at t...
D16 COFFEE
Tinel Specialty Coffee is a must-visit for true coffee lovers in Split ☕✨. They offer a wide variety of specialty coffee options from perfectly pulled espresso shots to slow brews and unique blends you won’t find everywhere. If you’re into tasting no...
4coffee soul food is one of Split’s tiniest but most beloved coffee spots small in size, huge in flavor ☕❤️. It’s a little takeaway gem tucked near the Old Town, and despite its size, it serves some of the best specialty coffee in the city.
Baristas...
4 COFFEE (@4coffee.split)
Cocktails & Coastal Nights 🍸🍹🌇
Perched above the Riva, Roof 68 is the place for sunset drinks with style. Their cocktails are creative, colorful, and perfectly mixed try the lavender gin fizz or anything with local ingredients 🍋✨. The rooftop view over the harbor and old town is...
ROOF 68 FETISH-Cocktail Lounge with View
Hidden just off the main streets, Bar Sistema is where cocktail culture gets serious. Think moody lighting, mixologists in action, and next-level drinks that taste like art in a glass 🎨🍸. It’s cozy, cool, and made for slow sipping and deep convos. ...
Bar Sistema – Explore Global Cocktail Culture in the heart of Split, Croatia
Located near the top of Marjan Hill, Teraca Vidilica has one of the best panoramic views over the city and sea. It’s more relaxed than a club, but perfect for wine, cocktails, and slow evenings under the stars ✨🌿. Come for the view, stay for the cal...
Teraca Vidilica-Chill Drinks With a Split Skyline🌃
Right in the heart of Diocletian’s Palace, Lvxor lets you sip cocktails while sitting on ancient Roman steps literally. It’s romantic, atmospheric, and the view of the lit-up square at night feels straight out of a movie 🎬🍸. Try their espresso mart...
Lvxor-Historic Square,Classy Cocktails🍸
MUST try restourants🐠🍽️
Located right on the Riva, ZOI blends Mediterranean elegance with ancient Roman walls. Think tuna tartare, truffle pasta, and creative dishes that look like art and taste even better 🎨🍽️. It’s perfect for romantic dinners or special nights out. And...
ZOI – Fine Dining with a View
Bokeria – Chic, Trendy & Delicious 🍴✨
Bokeria Kitchen & Wine is one of Split’s hottest dining spots stylish, modern, and always buzzing with energy. Inspired by Barcelona’s food markets, they serve Mediterranean dishes with a twist. Think oc...
BOKERIA KITCHEN & WINE
Šug – Local Food Done Right 🇭🇷🔥
Šug (which means “sauce” in Dalmatian) celebrates traditional Dalmatian cuisine in a cool, modern way. Slow-cooked dishes, rich flavors, and top-notch ingredients. Try the pašticada or gregada pure comfort food with...
| Restaurant Šug
Dvor Garden by the Sea 🌺🍽️
Dvor is a dreamy spot with garden seating overlooking the Adriatic. Peaceful, romantic, and ideal for sunset dinners. Their seafood is top-tier grilled fish, scampi, risottos… every bite tastes like summer 🌅🦐. It’s a bi...
Dvor restaurant
Adriatic Graso Classic with a View 🏖️🥂
Perched near the water below Marjan Hill, Adriatic Graso is a classy, well-established spot where you’ll find fresh fish, seafood platters, and perfectly grilled steaks. It’s elegant but not too formal, with a...