Palazzo di Diocleziano
10 expert reviews
“One of the top tourist destinations in Croatia, Split has a lot to offer from ancient Roman palaces to ferries from which you can start your island explorations in earnest.”
– Afar Magazine
Concierge
"The Palace is a living monument... a surreal intermingling of past and present."
Fodor's
"The original palace, which took about 10 years to complete, was built in AD 298." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"One of the most imposing Roman ruins in existence and where you’ll spend most of your time while in Split." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The Bronze Gate of Diocletian's Palace once opened straight from the water into the palace basements, enabling goods to be unloaded and stored here." Full review
Frommer's
"Emperor Diocletian (a.d. 245–316) commissioned construction of his palace in a.d. 293 as an imperial retirement home." Full review
Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"Thought to have been built around the year 298, Diocletian's palace, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, occupies a huge quadrilateral area which is 180m wide and 215m long." Full review
Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Admire the huge thick walls and lovely vaulted ceilings." Full review
Time Out
"Wandering aimlessly around the palace is one of Split's essential experiences. " Full review