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Getting around Split

Most of Split’s attractions are close enough to each other that you can easily walk. Local buses can take you to the outskirts and the airport.

Split Airport (SPU) is located near the town of Trogir, around 8 miles (13 km) southeast of Split.

What is good to know if travelling to Split?

• Diocletian’s Palace, built toward the end of the third century and beginning of the fourth century AD by Roman emperor Diocletian, is one of the region’s most significant historic sites. It is the world’s most complete set of Roman palace ruins, and was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Monument in 1979. It is such an iconic status that its image is featured on Croatian banknotes. 
• The Ivan Mestrovic Gallery is an art museum dedicated to the work of Croatian sculptor Ivan Mestrovic and contains 192 of his sculptures, 583 drawings, four paintings, 291 architectural plans and two furniture sets. The museum also contains exhibits detailing the artist’s life and work, including items such as personal correspondences to friends and family, which allow visitors an intimate glimpse into the mind of the fascinating artist. 
• Stari Pazar (or Green Market) is a large, bustling open-air street market located between the Silver Gate of Diocletian’s Palace and the main city bus stop. All kinds of items are available here, from local produce and household items to clothes and souvenirs. 
• Split Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of St Domnius, lies within the grounds of Diocletian’s Palace and was originally the Roman emperor’s mausoleum. Over the centuries, it was further adapted toward its new role, with the Romanesque bell tower added later on. This tower offers great views of the city and is a prominent symbol of Split. 
• Marjan, a hill on the coast in the south of Split, is a wonderful oasis of greenery located only a short walk from the historic city. Popular among joggers, bikers and hikers, this Mediterranean pine forest has been a place of relaxation and recreation since Roman times.

Split airport overview

Split Airport is one of the busiest in Croatia, especially at weekends during the summer season when tourists flock to the beach resorts on the Dalmatian Coast.

Located near the city of Trogir, the airport is the third-largest in the country, processing more than 1.2 million passengers every year. Flights to Split Airport are available on a number of major carriers direct from European hubs such as London, Amsterdam, Rome, Frankfurt and Paris.

Though small in size, the airport has a reputation for being efficient, with quick turnaround times for baggage and security even at peak times. They’re also expanding, with a second, larger terminal expected to be finished by 2014.