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Travel to Split

The gorgeous seaport of Split is located on Croatias scenic Dalmatia coast. Featuring a lengthy, winding ocean front and fine Romanesque architecture, the city has plenty of good sights to keep you busy.

Getting there

Split Airport is 16kms west of Split, and bus number 37 will take you to the city centre. The ferry terminal is five minutes from the centre of town, and receives domestic and international arrivals. Around the corner from the ferry terminal are the bus and train stations.

Information on Splits Key attractions

The charming old town is home to the ruins of the citys famous palace. Also located here is the Mestrovic Gallery, with sculptures by Ivan Mestrovic. A must-see is the Archaeological Museum, home to Greek, Roman and medieval artefacts. The most interesting museum in Split is the Maritime Museum, which is housed in a 17th century fortress. Inside is a large collection of maps, photos, artefacts and scale models. Diocletians Palace is one of the most imposing Roman ruins in the world. More a fortress than a palace, its walls were originally 215m by 180m, and contained the imperial residence, temples and a mausoleum. Tour the corridor of the original palace, the square, the Temple of Jupiter and the remains of the mausoleum – now a cathedral.

Out and about

The gorgeous Dalmatia region consists of a wide hinterland through which flows the river Cetina. The area is rich and well doused with hidden bays, beaches, cliffs, groves and sea straits. The islands of Brac, Solta, Hvar and Vis are well worth seeing. There are also some charming towns and villages, including Omis, Makarska and Hvar. Just 150kms away, Dubrovnik is a city well worth making the trip for. The Stradun, Dubrovniks charming pedestrian promenade, runs from the city bus stop outside Pile Gate to the clock tower at the other end of town. Inside Pile Gate, the Franciscan Monastery houses a pharmacy which has been operating since 1391. Dubrovniks city walls were built between the 13th and 16th centuries, and are still intact today.

Leisure Options

On the eastern side of Split’s old town is the local food market and an abundance of good restaurants. The Sarajevo restaurant is a good place to sample traditional Croatian meat and fish dishes. Additionally, there are some lively cafés on the waterfront; the Riva Café is a favourite with tourists and locals alike.

Safety

Be careful when travelling in Split. Visitors are more prone to accidents when in an unfamiliar environment and on holiday and should remain vigilant at all times. Pickpocketing can be a danger in Split, especially at night-time around the drinking areas. When visiting the city, we strongly recommend you take out travel insurance for you and your family.

Weather in Split

Split has a Mediterranean climate, with hot dry summers and mild, humid winters. It is one of the sunniest places in Europe with up to 12 hours of sunshine daily in July and the temperature reaches 26C.

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