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Why visit Split?

Split functions as a living archive where the Roman Emperor Diocletian’s retirement palace serves as the urban foundation. You will walk through the Peristyle, a marble courtyard that has hosted locals and emperors for seventeen centuries, before ducking into the subterranean cellars of the Vestibule. Outside the ancient walls, the Riva promenade pulses with energy as residents sip espresso under palm trees, watching ferries depart for the Adriatic archipelagos. Navigation requires no map; simply follow the stone corridors to reach the bustling Pazar market, where vendors sell sun-drenched figs, local honey, and fragrant lavender bundles.

Culinary life here centers on the bounty of the Dalmatian coast. At a traditional konoba, order a plate of crni rižot, a jet-black cuttlefish risotto stained with ink, followed by a serving of pašticada, a slow-cooked beef stew simmered in a spiced wine sauce. After sunset, hike the pine-scented trails of Marjan Hill for a panoramic view of the red-tiled rooftops against the darkening sea. Once back at the harbor, head to the Bačvice beach area, where the shallow waters provide the perfect stage for games of picigin, a local pastime involving acrobatic leaps to keep a small ball aloft in the surf.

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When to go to Split

The best months for Split are May, June, September and October. Highs then sit around 25°C, crowds are medium at peak, and a week here is mid-priced.

Jan
11°
low 4°
11 wet days
Feb
13°
low 5°
7 wet days
Mar
14°
low 6°
6 wet days
Apr
17°
low 8°
10 wet days
May
23°
low 15°
11 wet days
Jun
29°
low 20°
6 wet days
Jul
32°
low 23°
2 wet days
Aug
31°
low 22°
6 wet days
Sep
27°
low 18°
7 wet days
Oct
22°
low 14°
6 wet days
Nov
17°
low 10°
16 wet days
Dec
13°
low 7°
14 wet days
Highlighted = best monthsNumber = average daytime highBar = how wet the month is

Temperatures and wet days are measured, not estimated: ERA5 reanalysis for 2021-2023, at Split, Split-Dalmatia County. Source: Open-Meteo.

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When is the best time to visit Split?

The best months for Split are May, June, September and October. Highs then sit around 25°C, crowds are medium at peak, and a week here is mid-priced.

What is the weather like in Split?

July is the warmest month, with daytime highs around 32°C. January is the coolest, around 11°C by day and 4°C at night. November is the wettest, with about 16 wet days. Figures are measured averages, not estimates.

What is Split known for?

Split is best known for history, food, architecture, culture and beaches. The things people come for: Diocletian’s Palace, Peristyle, Marjan Hill, Riva, Bačvice Beach.

Who is Split best suited to?

Split works particularly well for first-time visitors, groups of friends and couples. That is based on what there is to do there, not on who books it most.

What can you book in advance in Split?

The experiences that sell out first are food tours, cooking classes, day trips, skip-the-line tickets, walking tours and night tours. You can check availability and prices on our booking partners below — you pay the same as booking direct.

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Best option: shuttle · about 25 km