12 Split Museums to Book Before You Arrive

1.Blue Lagoon & Underwater Museum from Split with Lunch & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,122 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $66Our pick

Set sail from Split at 9:30 am on a pirate-style boat for an 8.5-hour island-hopping day. Swim near Fumija, visit Krknjasi Bay and explore Croatia’s underwater museum, with snorkeling gear, a grilled lunch, wine at lunch and soft drinks included. A DJ plays old hits on the ride home.

“Meeting great people, the staff were friendly and the food was superb. The underwater museum was fantastic. Water was warm and visibility was excellent. The ride back with the DJ finished off a wonderful trip.”

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2.Game of Thrones Museum Entrance Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 385 reviews · from $17

At Split’s Game of Thrones Museum, a host welcomes you before you explore five themed rooms, from Meereen and King’s Landing to the North and Beyond the Wall. See costumes, weapons, photographs and city models, with room-specific lighting, sounds and scents. Finish with an Iron Throne photo. A guide is not guaranteed.

“the white walkers were suitably eerie beautiful clothes and startlingly rude swords”

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3.PREMIUM Emperor’s Walking Tour for History Lovers + Museum

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 333 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30Top rated

Explore Split’s Roman palace and medieval lanes on a two-hour, adults-only group walk led by a licensed local guide. Joško and Daniela are among the guides named by visitors for clear history, humor, and local advice. The route includes the Peristyle, Golden Gate, and palace substructures; entry to the cellars costs an extra €10.

“Joško was a well knowledged guide who took us on an amazing historic tour of the city. He even went above and beyond to make sure we got all the stops in and got us some wonderful pictures.”

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4.Klis Fortress GOT and Olive Museum Entry Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 283 reviews · 1 month · from $14Best value

Start at Stella Croatica for a 45-minute guided visit to its olive museum, gardens and traditional production spaces, with product samples and time to browse. Then drive four minutes to Klis Fortress for a self-guided visit, an interpretation-center video and wide views over Split. Guide Tin has led the Stella Croatica tour.

“The olive oil museum was amazing! The tour was so informative, and the tasting of the olive oils was a lot of fun! The food in the restaurant is outstanding, all fresh produce. All the staff were so friendly and helpful. We had such a lovely day! Klis fortress is also very interesting.”

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5.Museum of Illusions Entrance Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 254 reviews · 1 day · from $14

Book entry to Split’s Museum of Illusions and explore optical tricks, mirror effects, playful photo setups, and puzzle-filled playrooms. Try to make sense of water that seems to flow uphill and people who appear to change size. Captions are available in four languages, and the ticket is valid for one day.

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6.Boat tour to Unique underwater museum

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 229 reviews · 3 hours · from $47

Take a 30-minute boat ride from Trogir to Jelinak Bay, where you can snorkel around more than 50 underwater statues, including an eight-meter Jesus and an airplane. Snorkeling gear and museum admission are included, but fins are not. Afterward, relax at a private beach with free loungers, umbrellas, and a beach bar. The full outing lasts three hours.

“We took the tour to the underwater museum and absolutely loved it! Everything was well organized, the staff was super friendly and helpful – we felt well taken care of from the start. Snorkeling and exploring the sunken sculptures was a truly unique and fun experience. It’s also a great activity for families – our kids had a fantastic time discovering the underwater statues and felt like little explorers. The whole setup was very child-friendly and safe, which made it even more enjoyable for everyone. The only small downside: the tour could have definitely lasted longer. Three hours just weren’t enough – there was so much to see and enjoy.…”

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7.Blue Lagoon Underwater Museum Tour w/Lunch & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 169 reviews · from $69

Meet the pirate-topped boat on Split’s Riva promenade for a nine-hour cruise to Fumija Bay, the Blue Lagoon, and Jelinak Island. Swim and snorkel around Croatia’s underwater museum, then enjoy grilled fish, chicken, or a vegan lunch with self-service wine. A live DJ and glass-bottom viewing add to the boat ride.

“Fun trip with friends. Music, drinks, overall good atmosphere ! Recommend”

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8.Visit Klis fortress GOT & Olive museum Klis

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 77 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $14

Start at Stella Croatica for a guided introduction to local delicacies, olive culture, botanical plants, and product tastings, then continue to Klis Fortress for a self-guided visit. Both admission tickets are included. Plan your own ride between the sites: there is no organized transport, and the walk follows a steep road without sidewalks.

“Went to Stella Croatia the first day and have a great time learning the process of olive oil making and the history of it in the region. The castle we went to on the second day and Klis was awesome! Awesome view of the city from so far up.”

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9.Olive museum Klis with Olive Oil Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 51 reviews · from $18

At Stella Croatica, an English-speaking host guides you through a family estate, its traditional-food workshop, herb garden, and Olive Oil Museum. You’ll taste handmade sweets, try natural cosmetics, then learn to sniff and taste two extra virgin olive oils. The $18 visit ends with free time to explore or eat.

“Great visit! The explanations are clear and you learn a lot in a short time. The tasting part is very interesting and allows you to learn how professional tasters do it.”

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10.Olive museum Klis with educational olive oil tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · from $17

At Stella Croatica in Klis, a guide leads you through the Olive Museum, botanical gardens, and essential oil distillery, then teaches you to recognize extra virgin olive oil through tasting. You also sample traditional Dalmatian specialties and try natural cosmetics. The 75-minute visit starts at noon, with lunch available separately at the estate’s traditional tavern.

“This venue, tour and staff are fantastic! We learned so much, the grounds and facilities are beautiful, clean and a joy! Our guide, Ines, the hostess, Draginc ( sp) and tasting tour guide, Bonne were all very knowledgeable, fun and engaging. We hRead more”

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11.Biking Vidova – Skrip & museum of olive oil – Splitska – Postira

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · from $143

Start with an air-conditioned transfer to Vidova Gora, Brac’s highest peak, then cycle downhill through pine country and island villages. The route includes Nerezisca, Skrip’s Museum of Oil, and a small seaside town, with a lunch of local olives, cheeses, and other foods. Expect a small group of up to 12 and about four hours on tour.

“Very nice bike tour starting beneath pine forest canopy at high point of Brac then winding downhill through the lightly populated part of the island. Pace was safe and traffic light. Croatian drivers are bike friendly anyway. The lunch at the olivRead more”

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12.Private Split & Klis Fortress Tour, Olive Museum & Port Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $258

A private English-language tour pairs Split’s Diocletian’s Palace with a guided visit to Klis Fortress and the Olive Museum at Stella Croatica. An air-conditioned minivan and hotel pickup keep the day simple; olive oil and traditional food tastings add a local flavor. Klis admission costs €10 per person extra.

“Great experience. It was nice to beat the crowds at Klis Fortress. Super hot day made it hard but we enjoyed our time.”

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