We had a tour guide show us through the palace, and we didn't enter any areas requiring extra fees, only those that were free to access. Just walking through and listening to her, we learned a lot about Diocletian and this palace, his retirement home. The most fascinating part was seeing examples of both ancient/original construction and new construction right next to each other, and observing the ways that almost 2000 years of continuous inhabitation has changed some things and left others the same. We only spent a couple hours here, but it was a fascinating place to wander and observe.

Palazzo di Diocleziano (or Diocletian's Palace) is located in the old town of Split, a city in the Center of Dalmatia Region. In fact, it is part of the old town. It is a Roman palace built by Diocletian, a Roman emperor. When the empire falls, people come here and the city of Split was born. Nowadays, you can walk around some streets, which were inside the palace and you can see ruins of it, which are located next to Silver Gate. Also, you can see the perystile, some rooms of the palace or temples, which nowadays are squares, museums or little churches. Also the gates of the walls, really they are the main gates of this Roman palace. Incredible, wonderful old town! Also, you can walk around catacombs, where you can see an archeological museum and a real market. Fantastic! Integrated in the palace, also there are other buildings like the cathedral or Middle Ages palaces. One of the most old towns curious in the world! Top!

This is the Palace which made Split famous and it's the magnet bringing visitors to the city. It was built as a complex of several buildings, now mostly in ruin and the walls are used as part of newbuild restaurants, shops and apartments. During our visit it was overcrowded what we expected. Part of the complex was Diocletian's Mausoleum built to house the remains of the emperor after his death which turned in year 653 into St, Domnius Cathedral after being consecrated by the first bishop of Split and it makes it the second oldest Catholic cathedral in the world.

Exploring the Palazzo di Diocleziano in Split was a captivating journey into the past, showcasing the remarkable history of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The sheer size and preservation of the palace are commendable, and the underground cellars are an intriguing highlight. However, while the historical significance is undeniable, the experience was somewhat hampered by the crowds and the limited information available on-site. More informative signage would have enhanced the visit. Nonetheless, the atmosphere and architecture make it a must-see in Split, offering a glimpse into the grandeur of the Roman era.

Probably the most popular place to visit in Split. I can't imagine visiting this city without seeing Diocletian's Palace. Unfortunately, the place is visited by crowds of tourists. Still, a must-see in Split.

I was expecting an actual palace. Instead, Diocletian Palace is a huge area (most of old town) that now has tourist shops, restaurants and hotels. If you just walked in you’d likely have no idea you were in a palace and instead would think you are in a walled town. If you take a walking tour you get a pretty good explanation of the palace and what you are seeing along with the historical significance. Seeing it with that context in mind, makes you see that indeed it had been a palace.

City center, within the ancient walls of a Palace. Filled with restaurants cafés souvenirs shops, overlooking the harbour. Great place to visit lovely for a walk, a meal, or to sit and relax near the see. Highly recommended to visit and see the blend of medieval Croatia and ancient roman influences.

This old palace is understandably very popular with tourists. Quite a lot of the palace's structure remains, although it is not clear how much has ben restored. The old town substantially exists within the palace's walls. Very impressive

Cannot visit Split and miss the palace , it’s located near the very busy port so expect lots of people . Plenty to see and enjoy without paying the optional fees that allow entry into various areas . Grab an ice cream and wander around the vast ruins . Not a lot of information boards so we actually researched after our visit , should have done that prior .

Start in the Port area and wander through the narrow streets and before long you will come to this area. Tourists abound and actors dressed as Roman Centurions mingle amongst the visitors offering photo opportunities. You can walk around the area for free but there is an entrance fee for going into the Cathedral, into the Crypt or up the Bell tower. The ticket office is directly opposite the entrance to the Cathedral, prices are very reasonable and there are a choice of areas to see. The whole area is surrounded by bars, restaurants and tourist related shops. There are some public toilets nearby. Unfortunately there are very few information boards to help you, but you can google it before going. Overall it is a lovely historic place.