An easy day trip from Split, Krka is known for its series of cascading waterfalls and clear green water. Wooden walkways wind through the park, bringing you right alongside the falls.

An easy half- or full-day trip by rental car, private driver, or small group tour.

One of the best parts of being in Split is how easy it is to reach the islands.

High-speed ferries run daily from the Split's port to Hvar, Vis, and Brač. No planning required beyond a ticket. You can go for the day or stay overnight.

Hvar is lively and polished, with beautiful beaches and great restaurants.

Brač is relaxed and known for its stone villages and coastline.

Vis feels more remote, with quiet coves and clear water.

If you’d prefer to see several in one day, private boat charters and small-group island-hopping tours leave directly from Split.

Usually visited by speedboat as part of a full-day island excursion (often combined with Vis).

Sea conditions determine access, but when open, the cave’s natural blue light is striking.

A more remote archipelago of over 80 islands, explored by boat.

Kornati feels wild and expansive — dramatic rock formations, minimal development, and endless open water. It’s typically a full-day boat excursion (often departing from nearby coastal towns like Šibenik or Zadar).

Split grew around this 4th-century Roman palace, and today its stone corridors are filled with cafés, wine bars, and small shops tucked into ancient walls. It’s easy to spend an afternoon wandering the narrow streets, climbing the bell tower, and then settling along the Riva promenade for dinner by the water.

Fans of Game of Thrones may also recognize the palace cellars, which were used as the location where Daenerys Targaryen kept her dragons.

If you’re interested in more filming locations, the hilltop Klis Fortress just outside the city was used for scenes in Meereen and offers incredible views over the Dalmatian coast.