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Split, Croatia

Split is Croatia's second largest city and the main city of Dalmatia, on the eastern shore of the Adriatic Sea, and its old town grew up inside the walls of a palace the Roman emperor Diocletian built around the year 300 to retire to. Today the palace makes up about half of the old town, with homes, shops and cafes set among Roman columns and gates, and the palace and historic center have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979.

Do cruise ships dock in Split? Yes. The cruise port is in the city harbor, about 200 meters from the city center, with berths that include two on the outer side of the breakwater; some ships anchor in the bay and bring passengers ashore by tender instead. How far is the port from the old town? Either way it is within walking distance, and the palace's Bronze Gate opens onto the sea side, so the walk in is short.

Cruises to Split are part of Eastern Mediterranean, Central Mediterranean and Adriatic itineraries on MSC, Princess, Norwegian, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Cunard, Viking and Oceania. Cruises from Split also run: some MSC and Silversea voyages begin or end here, which makes the city an easy place to add a night before or after the cruise. Split is one of the busiest passenger ports in the Mediterranean, with ferries to islands such as Brac and Hvar.

With one day, start with the palace, which is closest to the ship, and save Marjan Hill, a swim at Bacvice or a trip to Trogir for the hours that remain.

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Destinations for Cruises from Split, Croatia

The following cruise destinations can be visited on a cruise from Split, Croatia. Select a destination to view the upcoming cruises that are available:

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Cruise Lines with Cruises from Split, Croatia

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Mainstream Cruise Lines

Value is a key feature of these popular cruise lines, as they offer lots of activities, entertainment and dining options, along with a variety of stateroom types. Some of the cruise lines in this category have ships with unique innovations like water slides, rock-climbing walls, ice-skating rinks, surfing simulators, bowling alleys, and boardwalks.

Their ships are usually anywhere from mid-sized to very large "mega" ships, accommodating thousands of guests. These ships give the feel of being in a large resort.

Mainstream cruise lines are a great option for just about everyone (including multi-generation families, and first-time cruisers), and typically have great youth programs.

During the cruise, entertainment may include Broadway productions, Vegas-style shows, comedians, and music. Some of these lines have select formal nights during the cruise. Specialty restaurants are becoming more and more common (some which have a cover charge for this type enhanced dining experience). Buffets are usually available throughout the day, besides room service, and the main dining room(s).

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Luxury Cruise Lines

When the finest cruise vacation is your top priority, this is the place to start.

On a luxury cruise line, guests experience highly personalized service, a more intimate (and usually formal) onboard experience, gourmet cuisine, well-appointed accommodations, and fantastic amenities. Many of these brands have smaller ships, allowing them to reach ports of call that the larger ships can't, which results in unique itineraries.

All of these brands feature a version of all-inclusive pricing, and some of them have ships with all-suite accommodations. Although these cruise lines are usually more expensive than the rest, they also provide their guests with so much more, resulting in a fantastic value when considering all that's included.

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Specialty Cruise Lines

These cruise lines offer a truly unique vacation experience, with a wide range of possible amenities and itineraries. Some are expedition cruise lines, others have sailing yachts or are coastal ships.

On these types of cruise lines, there's usually a focus on a specific destination or theme. Itineraries are usually very destination intensive, aided by the fact that they're able to reach many ports of call that larger ships can't.

Expedition cruise lines are a great fit for adventure-seeking travelers, featuring exciting destinations like the Galapagos Islands, Antarctica, and the Norwegian coast. During the cruise, there will usually be plenty of interesting lectures given by experts on the destination being visited. Often, shore excursions are included in the cost of the cruise. In fact, some of these cruise lines have all-inclusive pricing. There's a definite focus on the ship's surrounding scenery, as well as opportunities to view wildlife in their natural habitat. Small, but comfortable, ships are commonplace here, with anywhere from basic to very luxurious public spaces, cuisine, and accommodations (depending on the cruise line and ship).

Sailing Yachts, sail-assisted motor ships, offer a really unique vacation experience. Accommodations and cuisine on these intimate vessels can be anywhere from good to fantastic, depending on the cruise line. Destinations offered by these cruise lines may include the Caribbean, Europe, Panama Canal, Tahiti, and Costa Rica.

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  • Ships: 24 (1,952 - 6,764 Guests)
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Things to do in Split, Croatia

Split's best sights sit inside and around a Roman palace a short walk from the ship. Here is how to fill a day ashore:

♦ Diocletian's Palace

The palace Diocletian built at the turn of the 4th century is the heart of Split and one of the best preserved Roman palace complexes anywhere. Enter through one of its four main gates, including the Bronze Gate on the sea side, and wander lanes where about 3,000 people still live. Below the former imperial apartments, the vaulted cellars are among the best preserved ancient structures of their kind.

♦ The Peristyle and the Cathedral of Saint Domnius

The Peristyle, the palace's columned central court, is the natural meeting point of the old town. Beside it, the emperor's own mausoleum became the Cathedral of Saint Domnius, and its tall bell tower is the symbol of the city. A few steps away, the small Temple of Jupiter was later converted into a baptistery.

♦ The Riva

The wide waterfront promenade along the palace's sea wall looks out over the harbor and is lined with cafes. It is the easy first stop after leaving the port and the natural place to end the day with a coffee before heading back to the ship.

♦ Marjan Hill

Rising 584 feet (178 m) beside the city, Marjan is a protected forest park of pine woods, walking and cycling paths and small old churches, including the 13th-century Church of Saint Nicholas. From the top there are views over the city, the nearby islands and the mountains behind Split, and beaches such as Kasjuni and Bene lie at its foot.

♦ Bacvice Beach

Bacvice is Split's sandy city beach and the home of picigin, a local game first played here in 1908 in which players keep a small ball in the air while standing in ankle-deep water. Join the locals for a swim, or just watch a game from the sand.

♦ Trogir and Klis Fortress

Two popular half-day excursions lie close by. Trogir, about 17 miles (27 km) west of Split, is a medieval town on a small island whose historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in its own right. In the hills northeast of the city, Klis Fortress held out against an Ottoman siege for decades before falling in 1537 and now has a museum of arms and uniforms.

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