Split info.pdf

Population

220.000

SPLIT

PUBLISHING DATE: 2013-01-06 | COUNTRY CODE: HR

Currency

1 Kuna = 100 lipas

Opening hours

10 a.m. - 8 p.m. in most shops

Contents: The City, Do & See, Eating, Cafes, Bars & Nightlife, Shopping, Sleeping,

Essential Information, Maps

Newspapers

Slobodna Dalmacija (local cultural events)

Vecernji List (national newspaper)

Jutarnji List (national newspaper)

www.arrivalguides.com

Emergency numbers

Police: 92

Medical emergency: 94

Rescue at Sea: 9155

Fire brigade: 93

Tourist information

TURISTIČKI INFORMATIVNI CENTAR

Address: Peristil bb

Tel: +385 (0)21 345 606

The people of Split claim that their city is "the most beautiful one in the world and

beyond," and the well spirited Split aims to convince you of this! The city is full of life

and soul, and the friendly local people of Split are waiting to welcome you with open

arms. Only a few cities in the world can oer such variety of entertainment and

excursions in their closest surroundings as Split.

Destination: Split

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THE CITY

DO & SEE

Split is the second largest city in Croatia. It is a modern

and vibrant city and the areas of interest for tourists are

concentrated in the compact Old Town, near the

waterfront, which is made up in part of the various

remains and conversions of Emperor Diocletian’s Palace.

Split has a rich history which you will notice when passing

by all the ancient and medieval monuments around the

city. Here you will nd historical sites like The Cathedral Of

St. Domnius, Diocletian’s Palace and museums like City

Museum and Croatian Maritime Museum where you can

learn more about the history of Split. Split has also

The city provides its visitors with an enormous amount of

ancient and medieval history, as well as a vivacious

outdoor life which takes over the streets on all sunny days.

The best place to start exploring would be at waterfront.

This runs along the southern side of the Palace, and it is

full of cafés, shops and tiny ats. It is here the locals

congregate day and night to meet friends and catch up in

beautiful beaches where you can relax and enjoy the clear

blue water.

Diocletian’s Palace

The Palace is the pride of the town and houses several

interesting areas. It was built by the Emperor Diocletian in

305 AD. The main approach to the Palace from the Riva is

through the Bronze Gate.

the cafés. On either side of the Old Town are low-rise

suburbs of utilitarian stone houses. Veli Varos, to the west,

and Manus, to the east, are among the most beautiful

districts and denitely deem a visit.

Address: Diocletian’s Palace

The Cathedral Of St. Domnius

Inside the Palace walls and full of ancient history. It was in

this Cathedral that the remains of the Emperor

disappeared after they had rested there for 170 years. The

building dates back to around 15 BC.

Address: Kraj Sv. Duje 5

Phone: +385 21 345602

Narodni Trg (People’s Square)

The main square of the city since the fourteenth century; it

is overlooked by the Romanesque clock tower to the east.

The north side is dominated by the old Town Hall, which

has been turned into an ethnographic museum.

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EATING

Address: Narodni trg

Croatian Maritime Museum

The museum is located inside the Gripe fortress.

Exhibitions show how the maritime community had a big

inuence in the Adriatic Sea in the past.

Address: Glagoljaska 18

Phone: +385 21 347788

Internet: www.hpms.hr

Archeological Museum

The museum has a comprehensive display of Illyrian,

Greek and Roman artifacts. This is a great place to visit to

learn more about the history of the country.

Some of Split’s best restaurants hug the outskirts of the

Old Town. They are usually open till 11 p.m. or midnight,

unless stated otherwise. Look for special chalked up

menus for brunch and specialties outside restaurants. As

Split is on the coastline, there are plenty of excellent sh

restaurants available. In some places the waiter arrives

Address: Zrinjsko - Frankospanska 25, Split 21000

Phone: +385 21 318720

Ivan Mestrovic Gallery

A Neoclassical building originally intended to be the home

of the famous artist, now housing an impressive collection

with a big tray full of the day’s catch for you to choose

from. Croatia is also famous for its fabulous Dalmatian

ham, so don’t miss the opportunity to sample some.

of his artwork.

Konoba Kod Joze

A 10 minute walk northeast of the Old Town, gets you to

one of the best seafood restaurants. Their lobster dish is

very popular. The restaurant has a homely and intimate

Address: Šetalište Ivana Meštrovica 46, 21000 Split

Phone: +385 21 340 800

Internet: www.mdc.hr

City Museum

The museum houses a great collection presenting the

cultural and historical heritage of Split. This will give you a

good overview of the city's past. Guided tours can be

arranged in advance.

atmosphere.

Address: Sredmanuska 4

Phone: +358 21 347 397

Galija

The best Pizzeria in town. This is a small restaurant with

wooden benches and good service. The restaurant is

based in the western part of the Old Town.

Address: Papaliceva 1, 21000 Split

Phone: +385 21 360 171

Internet: www.mgst.net

Address: Tonciceva 12

Phone: +385 21 347 932

Sarajevo

In the centre of the Old Town, this restaurant oers an

old-fashioned downtown style. They serve hearty meat

dishes as well as seafood. The specialty of the house is

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the fantastic Pasticada.

Address: Majstora Jurja 4

Bajamonti

The café is named in honor of Antonio Bajamonti who was

a famous 19th century Mayor of the city. They serve

Address: Domaldova 6

Boban

Smart and trendy restaurant with elegantly presented

seafood dishes and an extensive wine list as well. Might be

necessary to book in advance.

international breakfast, coee, desserts like chocolate

mousse and Mediterranean, French and Italian specialties.

Address: Trg Republike 1

Phone: +385 21 34 10 33

Address: Hektoroviceva 49, 21000 Split

Phone: +385 21 543300

Internet: www.restaurant-boban.com

Ćakula

This elegant café is located right on the Riva by the beach

and oer a cosy atmosphere. Here you can enjoy your

coee or afternoon tea on the outside terrace. They also

serve cocktails and beers.

Re Di Mare

A good up-market grille at the marina. Re di Mare also

serves a range of delicious pizzas and oers excellent

views of Mount Kozjak to enjoy while you are dining.

Address: Obala Hrvatskog narodnog preporoda 6

Internet: www.kavana-cakula.hr

Address: Lučica 4

Phone: +385 21 386 789

Internet: www.redimare.com

Kavana Procaffe

This superb place has an amazing view over the sea and

Kozjak Mountain. The sta is very friendly and on the menu

you will nd home-made cakes and ice-creams.

CAFES

Address: Špinutska 67

Phone: +385 21 38 43 23

Internet: www.procae.hr

Caffe Libar

Cae Libar is a cozy place where you will be met by

friendly sta. Here you can drink your coee on the terrace

and enjoy the amazing view over the city. They also show

sporting events live and serving beer and wine at

Most of the cafés and pubs are located on the sidewalk

along the waterfront and around the Peristyle. The Riva is

also a good place to hang out and/or just watch people

passing by.

reasonable price.

Address: Trg Franje Tuđmana 3

Phone: +385 21 349 044

Internet: www.cae-libar.com

Porta

Cosy café/bar with jazz music. They serve good cocktails

and provide outdoor seating in the middle of the

atmospheric Old Town.

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BARS & NIGHTLIFE

Address: Uvala Zenta 3, HR-21000 Split

Internet: www.ohara.hr

Obojena Svjetlost

An animated open-air disco just beneath the Mestrovic

Gallery. Open until the early hours and is a great place to

hang out. There are often Croatian bands playing rock and

pop on stage.

Address: Meštrovićevo šetalište 35, 21000 Split

Phone: +385 21 358 280

Vanilla Club

This club is a must when going out in the evening in Split.

Vanilla Club is a very trendy and nice place with an

amazing outside terrace. This is a favorite meeting place in

the town.

Generally, in the evenings the crowd from the Riva heads

towards the Old Town, where the late night ambiance is

provided by the crumbling palace and squares. It makes

the Old Town a perfect place for a late supper.

There are plenty of clubs around in Split, and many of

Address: Poljudsko šetalište 21000 Split

Phone: +385 98 163 6272

Internet: www.vanilla.hr

them are based in the Old Town. However, the best of the

clubs are based on the outskirts of town. It is important to

know that some of the clubs close down in the summer

time as most of the local clubbers have gone o to the

islands.

SHOPPING

Planet Jazz

This is a jazz club with outdoor seating area where you can

enjoy your drink. The place usually attracts a mix of

young locals as well as tourists.

Address: Poljana Grgura Ninskoga 3

Puls, Puls 2 & Song

3 popular bars located in a small square, just behind the

Riva. The square provides the buzz, and it becomes very

crowded when the weather is good.

Split has many shops, department stores and a range of

small authentic galleries, souvenir and antique shops in

the alleys within the walls of the Palace. In the middle of

summer these tiny streets stay in the shady coolness of

Address: Mihovilova Sirina

the stone walls, making a lengthy shopping trip a pleasure.

However, the city oers plenty of shopping opportunities

outside the Palace as well.

O’Hara

O’Hara is one of the places to be seen, also popular among

the locals. This is a nice club with a good atmosphere.

Here you can dance to good music until dawn.

The most popular shopping area in Split for designer

goods is the marble-lined street of Marmontova. On

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