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How do you travel around in Split?

Getting around Split Buses are cheap and frequent, though often crowded. The number 12 bus is particularly useful to tourists; it runs along the coast from Sv Frane (the church at the west end of the Riva) to the Bene recreation ground on the tip of the Marjan peninsula, passing the Meštrovic Gallery en route.



In 2026, traveling around Split is a multi-modal experience centered on its historic geography. For the Old Town and Diocletian's Palace, the only way to travel is on foot, as the center is a car-free UNESCO World Heritage site. To reach further areas like Marjan Hill or the Meštrović Gallery, the local Promet Split bus network is highly efficient, with most lines originating from the main terminal near the Silver Gate or the "Pazar" market. For a more scenic route, you can use the yellow "split-to-go" electric scooters or bikes available for rent via mobile apps. To visit the nearby islands like Brač or Hvar, the Jadrolinija ferries and catamarans depart multiple times daily from the central Port of Split, which is conveniently located right next to the main bus and train stations. Taxis and rideshare services like Uber and Bolt are also widely available for quick trips to the airport or the Mall of Split, though they can be subject to significant traffic during the peak summer months.

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Metropolitan Split is divided into two tarif zones. Bus tickets cost €1.5 for a journey in the central zone and €1.75 to reach outside the centre. City buses also carry you as far north as Trogir and as far south as Omis for a few centimes extra. Buy the tickets from a kiosk (tisak) or on the bus.

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Split old town is small and easy to walk, but due to a maze of tiny little streets, and passages, it's not always easy to find your way around.

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8 Things You Should Avoid in Split
  • Scams. Let's be real – scams are happening everywhere. ...
  • Overpriced Restaurants. So many amazing restaurants in Split serve delicious traditional Croatian cuisine. ...
  • Pickpockets. ...
  • Crowded Areas. ...
  • Crowded Beaches. ...
  • Split's Football Frenzy. ...
  • Driving & Parking. ...
  • Brda (City's neighbourhood)


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Split is more relaxed and fun, centrally located, offering more day trip options, better nightlife, and slightly cheaper prices than Dubrovnik. Dubrovnik is one of the most beautiful walled cities in the world, very elegant, with better beaches and hotels than Split. Both towns are must-visit places in Croatia.

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While Split is undoubtedly a tourist hot spot, it's very much a working town too. There are many places in Split that locals love to visit that are overlooked by visitors. Take a look at some of the more off-the-beaten-track attractions you can visit on your next trip to Split, below.

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Generally, Split can be viewed as cheaper than the UK and cheaper than many countries in Europe, but not as cheap as nearby Bosnia. You can get good deals and with some organizing and prudent spending, travelers can still appreciate this lovely city without overspending.

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Although Split has a mild climate throughout the year, the best time to visit this pretty Mediterranean city is May to June and September and October. During these months, days are pleasant and sunny, and being the shoulder season accomodations are easier and cheaper to find as compared to the peak season.

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