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Split, Croatia · 3 days itinerary

Split: Weekend Escape

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This three-day itinerary covers central Split before its nearby hills and then sites outside the city. Day 1 stays in the old town with Diocletian's Palace, its cathedral, cellars, and the Riva promenade. Day 2 moves to Marjan Hill, the Meštrović Gallery, and Kašjuni Beach. Day 3 reaches Klis Fortress and the ruins at Salona. The order keeps initial days walkable and reserves longer travel for the end.

3 daysWalkableDiocletian's PalaceMarjanKlis FortressBy travli· Checked by the travli team, September 2026

Day by day

Day 1

Diocletian's Palace

  1. 9:30Old TownSight
  2. 10:30Diocletian's PalaceSight
  3. 11:00Diocletian's PalaceSight
  4. 13:00Diocletian's PalaceSight
  5. 18:00Riva promenadeOld TownWalk
Day 2

Marjan

  1. 9:00MarjanWalk
  2. 12:00MejeSight
  3. 15:00Kašjuni BeachMarjanSight
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Day 3

Klis and Salona

  1. 10:00KlisSight
  2. 14:00SolinSight
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Split questions

Is three days enough for Split?

Three days covers Diocletian's Palace, Marjan Hill, Klis Fortress and Salona. Use the local bus network for day trips and allow two hours between sites.

Do I need to book Diocletian's Palace cellars ahead?

No booking is needed for the cellars. Buy a ticket on site; they're cool and shaded, which makes them a good early-afternoon stop.

How do I get to Marjan Hill from Split old town?

Walk 15 minutes from the Riva promenade or take bus line 12 to the hill entrance. The trail to the viewpoint takes 40 minutes on foot.

How much does it cost to visit Klis Fortress and Salona?

Klis Fortress entry costs 8 euros and Salona costs 7 euros. Buy tickets at each gate and use the hourly bus from Split bus station for the 30-minute ride.

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