Replacing a cathedral's bells might be rare, but not inexplicable. Sixteen years ago, eight new bells were purchased for Split's St. Domnius Cathedral to...
Split
Restaurants and bars, museums and galleries, clubs, music, shopping and more...
VIDEO: beautiful Split promises an unforgettable experience once visitors return
Alongside beautiful beach life and a gastronomic offer that's difficult to top, the seaside city of Split is rich in architecture and culture. Both of these...
Croatia's best delicacies
Incredible seafood from the morning's catch, eaten before a backdrop of the sun setting across the Adriatic near Dubrovnik. Indulgent slices of truffle shaved...
Split restaurant feeds the isolated and needy for free
With the sun shining brightly, the tables in the small courtyard of Konoba Makarun in Split should be filled. Instead, the seating area is empty. But, rather...
From today, Croatia has seven Michelin-starred restaurants
From today, Croatia has seven Michelin-starred restaurants. Details of this year's gradings have just been released and two new restaurants have joined the...
Split
20 great things to do in Split
There are plenty of things to do in Split now that – thankfully – its days as a departure point to the nearby islands are gone. Brimming with...
Autumn in Split
Autumn in Split is considerably quieter than summer - which makes it all the more appealing. September's end sees the tourists filter away, so a visit now...
Great tours and attractions from Split
Split resists the usual platitudes levied at Dalmatian seaside resort towns. This chaotic, bustling port city is a handsome example of Croatian antiquity...
The best Split restaurants
The Split restaurant scene's culinary revolution is a recent phenomenon and one that's still booming. Decent and diverse eateries seem to be opening on an...
Split restaurants and cafés
The best Split restaurants
The Split restaurant scene's culinary revolution is a recent phenomenon and one that's still booming. Decent and diverse eateries seem to be opening on an...
Luxor
The black sphinx sitting on the opposite wall of the Peristyl provides the inspiration behind this Egyptian-themed café, although the inner decoration, with...
Antika
The heart of a growing funky scene in Stari Grad, Antika is part traditional, part laid-back modern. A hodgepodge of dining-room furniture crowds pine floors...
Bota Šare
Situated on the top level of the Bačvice beach pavilion, this Dalmatian-cuisine restaurant is one of the best places to try local fish, and especially...
Shopping in Split
Split shopping guide
Though no mecca for contemporary fashion, Croatia's second city is gradually embracing the design revolution that has already swept the capital. Split shopping...
GetGetGet
Set in new premises downtown, this shop sells accessories and objets d’art made by independent local designers. There’s a lot of highly individual, quirky and...
Bobis Riva
'With you since 1949' says the website of this venerable and much-loved cake shop on the Riva embankment. Pastries, cream cakes, ice-creams, all can be taken...
bio&bio
An excellent range of organic foods, natural supplements and organic cosmetics is now available in Split, following huge success in other parts of Croatia. The...
Where to stay in Split
Hotel Park Split
Hotel Park Split
Built in 1921 and completely restructured in 2015, the Hotel Park Split is a traditional first-class hotel in the centre of Split, right next to the famous...
Hotel Split
Hotel Split
Located directly on the beach, this 4-star hotel offers its own travel agency, boat rentals and a rooftop outdoor pool overlooking the fishing village of...
Hotel President Split
Hotel President Split
Located in Split’s centre, at the foothills of Marjan Hill, this luxurious hotel features rooms with free Wi-Fi. Bacvice Beach is 5 minutes away by car.The...
Beach Hotel Split
Beach Hotel Split
Situated directly at the beach, Beach Hotel Split offers luxurious, air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi, balconies and bathrooms with a spa bath. Free...
Hotel Slavija
Hotel Slavija
Located within the historic walls of the UNESCO-protected Diocletian’s Palace in Split, Hotel Slavija offers free internet, a 24-hour reception, and...
Hotel Krilo
Hotel Krilo
Enjoying a perfect location on the beach in the centre of the small Dalmatian village Krilo Jesenice 14 km from Split, Hotel Krilo offers pleasant...