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Cathedral of Saint Domnius vs Ethnographic Museum Split

Both are praised by expert writers. On balance, Cathedral and Bell Tower of St. Domnius ranks significantly higher than Ethnographic Museum Split. Cathedral and Bell Tower of St. Domnius has a TripExpert Score of 87 with recommendations from 3 reviews like Frommer's, Michelin Guide and Lonely Planet.

Cathedral of Saint Domnius
Cathedral of Saint Domnius
8 / 10
Kraj Sv. Duje 5, Split, Croatia
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Split’s octagonal cathedral is one of the best-preserved ancient Roman buildings standing today. " Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"St Domnius Cathedral stands on the ruins of the old octagonal Diocletian mausoleum (transformed into a church in the 7C)." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"The main body of this cathedral is the 3rd-century octagonal mausoleum designed as a shrine to Emperor Diocletian" Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"The main body of the cathedral was originally built in Roman times as Diocletian’s mausoleum." Full review
Ethnographic Museum Split
Ethnographic Museum Split
8 / 10
Severona 7,, Split, Croatia
From $0 /night
Frommer's Frommer's
"This small museum...has limited collections of Dalmatian folk costumes, jewelry, and arms, but its setting in Diocletian's former apartment in the south part of the palace adds an extra dimension." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This mildly interesting museum has a collection of traditional costumes, jewellery, musical instruments, toys and tools." Full review
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Make sure you wander through this early medieval palace and climb the reconstructed Roman staircase that leads to the Renaissance terrace on the southern edge of the vestibule.
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"The museum holds an interesting collection of traditional Dalmatian folk costumes with incredibly rich embroidery and ornamentation. " Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Occupying a splendid location within the walls of Diocletian's Palace, this museum displays traditional Dalmatian folk costumes and local antique furniture among other objects that give visitors a look into everyday life in historic Dalmatia" Full review
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If you are staying in Split for more than a day, be sure to pick up your free SplitCard, which gives you free entry to certain museums and galleries and reduced rates at other establishment, including some restaurants and cafés.
The Guardian The Guardian
"Full of displays showing how the people of Split lived in the past, with everything from jewellery to pots. There are stunning views from its roof of the Peristil "