Split isn’t as famous as its southern neighbor Dubrovnik, but it’s arguably just as charming and interesting, not to mention a far better travel value. The Old Town areas of the two cities are very similar, though Split feels like a living city while Dubrovnik exists only for tourists.
| Population | 178,000 |
| Area | 349,000 |
| Timezone | UTC+1 |
| Currency | Croatian Kuna |
| Airports | Split Airport (SPU) |
This city is also a bit older, and far easier to reach (unless you are on a cruise ship), so it would be unwise to skip it and focus only on Dubrovnik. Hotels in Split are actually dominated by apartment rentals and room (sobe) rentals, which tend to be very good value.
Hotel seasons tend to follow the weather seasons with winter having the lowest prices of the year. If visiting during the other seasons, you’ll find that some hotel prices, as well as airfare, have gone up.
| Rating | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
 | 18.95 - 28.42 |
| 26.32 - 57.89 |
| 29.47 - 153.68 |
| 38.95 - 194.74 |
| 172.63 - 347.37 |
Dalmatian House Doubles from €30/night | |
Our pick: The best cheap and central 3-star hotel in Split |
| Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
| Hostel Bed | 14.74 - 23.16 |
CroParadise Green Hostel Beds from €10/night | |
Our pick: The best cheap and central hostel in Split |
| Location | Description | Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campanile Bell Tower | Take a climb up the tower via stairs that travel up the inside of the tower up to the top where you'll find amazing views. | adult | 12.63 |
| Scuba Diving | Dive into the clear waters with scuba rentals included. | adult | 26.32 |
| Bike Tour | Take a tour around Split on your own bicycle rental as you ride by shops, restaurants, historic buildings, and more. | 10 and up | 26.32 |
| Diocletian's Palace Basement | The excavated Roman ruins near the harbor entrance are a highlight of the palace. | Adults | 5.26 |
Food and drinks in Split are similar to Dubrovnik, except they tend to be much cheaper and far less tourist-dominated. You’ll dine and drink among actual locals in Split, so it doesn’t take much effort to find places with local prices.
| Food Type | Description | Price(USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Budget breakfast | Cafes can be found all around town, and most hotels don't include breakfast. | 3.16 - 6.32 |
| Budget lunch | Sandwiches and pizza are popular and cheap lunch options, or Cevapi for more local flair. | 4.21 - 8.42 |
| Budget dinner | Seafood, steaks, salads and more are common dinner options along with several vegetarian and vegan dishes. | 7.37 - 13.68 |
| Beer (.5L) | The local lager is quite cheap at most bars and restaurants, unlike in Dubrovnik. | 3.16 - 5.26 |
| Beer .5L (retail) | The local beer in supermarkets is cheaper than in bars, but not by that much. | 1.05 - 1.05 |
| Wine (bottle) | Wine in supermarkets is plentiful, though not as cheap as across the sea in Italy. | 5.26 - 12.63 |
| Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
| Public bus from airport into Split | 2.11 |
| Shuttlebus from airport into Split | 4.21 |
| Taxi from airport into Split | 31.58 - 42.11 |
| Public bus ride in Split | 1.05 - 1.05 |
| 3km taxi ride in Split | 6.32 |
| Month | High F | Low F | Precip (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50 | 42 | 3.0 |
| February | 51 | 42 | 2.4 |
| March | 57 | 46 | 2.5 |
| April | 63 | 51 | 2.5 |
| May | 72 | 59 | 2.2 |
| June | 80 | 66 | 2.0 |
| July | 86 | 71 | 1.0 |
| August | 85 | 71 | 1.7 |
| September | 77 | 65 | 2.7 |
| October | 68 | 57 | 3.0 |
| November | 59 | 50 | 4.4 |
| December | 53 | 43 | 4.1 |
Located in the eastern Adriatic, Split is situated in the warmest part of the region yet still maintains a relatively mild climate throughout the year. Winter temperatures remain above freezing while summer never seems to get too hot. Visitors will also find that Split sees many sunny days within the year, including during wintertime.
Warmer months however are the best time to visit if you’re looking to spend most of your time at the beaches.
| 21 Mar | 5:56am | 6:07pm |
| 21 Jun | 5:13am | 8:39pm |
| 21 Sep | 6:40am | 6:54pm |
| 21 Dec | 7:24am | 4:21pm |