Split: Diocletian Palace & Game of Thrones Walking Tour

Walk Through 2,000 Years and a Dragon Prison in Split

You walk through Diocletian's Palace and Split's Old Town with a licensed local guide, visiting the Temple of Jupiter, Peristyle Square, and the basement chambers where Game of Thrones was filmed. You watch scenes on a tablet at the actual locations, hear live Dalmatian singing, and get a photo on the Iron Throne at the GoT Museum. The tour ends at the Riva Promenade with insider tips on where to go next.

Step-by-step itinerary

• Enter Diocletian's Palace main entrance
• Visit Peristyle Square and Cathedral
• Watch Unsullied battle video and live songs
• See Temple of Jupiter and sphinx
• Explore dark dungeons of Daenerys' dragons
• View Game of Thrones Museum exhibits
• Take photo on the Iron Throne
• Discover Meereen slave rebellion messages
• End tour at Riva Promenade with tips

The Experience

So yeah, the thing nobody tells you about Diocletian's Palace is that you're not just walking through some old Roman ruin—you're standing inside a fortress that's been a living city for two millennia. The tour starts at the main entrance, where you can still see the niches that once held statues of emperors, and your guide walks you through how the palace was designed with these double doors they called the "human mousetrap." It sounds dramatic, but when you're standing in that narrow passage, you get why. From there, the Peristyle Square opens up—that's where Diocletian's mausoleum sits, now the Cathedral of St. Domnius, and there's a 3,500-year-old sphinx just standing there like it's no big deal.

The Game of Thrones stuff is woven in naturally, not forced. You'll watch a tablet video of the Unsullied fighting the Sons of the Harpy right where it was filmed, and then an a cappella group actually sings Dalmatian songs live—which sounds cheesy until it happens and you're standing in a medieval square listening to voices echo off stone walls. The Temple of Jupiter, which used to be the main Roman god's temple and is now St. John's baptistery, has another headless sphinx guarding the entrance. But the real moment is the basement chambers—the dungeons where Daenerys kept her dragons chained in the show, but historically where enslaved people hid while planning their rebellion. It's one of those places where the fiction and the actual history sit on top of each other, and your guide knows both stories.

You get a free photo on the Iron Throne as part of the tour, which is in the Game of Thrones Museum Split—it's basically a walk-through of props, costumes, weapons, and set pieces from the show. The museum is packed, but the photo op is quick and you get an actual souvenir print. After that, the tour wraps up at the Riva Promenade by the sea, where your guide gives you real recommendations on where to eat, which beaches are worth the trip, and how to spend the rest of your time in Split and Dalmatia without overspending. It's the kind of ending that actually helps you plan the next day instead of just dumping you back where you started.

What’s included

• Licensed local guide leading a small-group walking tour.
• entry to Diocletian's Palace basement chambers (the Dragons' prison from Game of Thrones).
• a free photo on the Iron Throne at the GoT Museum.
• Game of Thrones video and photo materials watched on a tablet at actual filming locations.
• live Dalmatian a cappella singing.
• discount flyers for Split restaurants, attractions, and activities.
• and local recommendations for beaches, dining, and budget-friendly experiences in Split and Dalmatia.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearby

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Is this one for you?Pick this if you want to understand Split's 2,000-year history and see the Game of Thrones filming locations without figuring out which palace areas to visit or how they connect—the guide ties both together and the small-group format means you're not herded through with 40 other people.

Top questions

How long is the Split walking tour?

The tour duration is not specified in the itinerary, but it covers multiple stops including the palace entrance, Peristyle Square, basement chambers, the Temple of Jupiter, the GoT Museum, and ends at the Riva Promenade, so plan for a few hours.

What's included in the tour?

Entry to the basement chambers, a photo on the Iron Throne, a licensed guide, GoT video and photo materials watched on a tablet at filming locations, live Dalmatian singing, and discount flyers for Split attractions and restaurants.

Do I need to buy a separate ticket for Diocletian's Palace?

The tour includes access to the palace areas and basement chambers, but specific details on whether additional palace entry fees apply are not listed—confirm with the tour operator when booking.

Is the tour suitable for people who haven't watched Game of Thrones?

Yes. The tour covers 2,000 years of Split's history, the Roman palace, temples, and local culture alongside the GoT filming locations, so you get the history and architecture regardless of whether you've seen the show.

Can I take photos during the tour?

Yes. You get a professional photo on the Iron Throne, and GoT video and photo materials are provided. You can take your own photos throughout the walking tour.

Are there any physical fitness requirements?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels and involves walking through the Old Town and palace areas on uneven historic streets and stairs.

What language is the guide in?

The tour is led by a licensed local guide, but the specific language is not stated—confirm the language option when booking.

Can I visit the Game of Thrones Museum separately?

The museum visit is included as part of the walking tour, but you can likely visit independently outside of tour hours—check the museum's opening times when you arrive in Split.