Diocletian's Palace

The Palace of Diocletian forms the underlying historic structure of central Split, but it does not operate as one enclosed museum. During a visit, distinguish public passages from monuments requiring separate tickets. Pause at the Peristyle to notice the relationship between columns, surrounding buildings and later urban alterations, then take one of the side streets. The encounter between the ancient structure and the subsequent city is the most useful way to understand the whole. UNESCO's inscription covers the historical complex with the palace. Check current arrangements for interiors rather than assuming every doorway off a public street is open to visitors. Allow time to stop and look, rather than simply ticking monuments off a map.