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It would be amazing to spend weeks in Split, Croatia for your next summer vacation! But sometimes PTO or a tight travel schedule doesn’t permit it to work out that way. When I visited Croatia, I could only spend 3 days in Split, but I had a blast making the most of it! Here’s a quick and easy guide to my Split itinerary.
Day 1: Accommodations + Split Promenade
Book a Divota Apartment & spend the day walking around or going to the beach in Split
In the style of traditional Dalmatian homes, Divota Apartments takes a modern approach to combining hospitality, design, and tradition.
Take advantage of the home-front experience while being just steps away from the old city. Divota offers complimentary breakfast (healthy too!) and fee-based spa services for all guests.
Once you’ve checked in and gawked at how awesome your new Split apartment is, take a scenic 30-minute walk through the promenade to one of the many nearby beaches (like Bacvice) and enjoy your first day in Split, Croatia.
Day 2: Boating, Snorkeling, and Hvar
Take a Sugaman boat trip – drink & dine on the water.
Take an island-hopping day trip with Sugaman day tours to explore a Dalmatian Blue and Green Cave, and visit the island Hvar.
Equipped with safety gear, snorkeling gear, and swimming supply goodness, the Sugaman speed boats will bring you to caves that glow beneath you, sea with such a high salt content that you can float with ease, and a famous historic town (Hvar) to adore and photograph on your own.
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After your Sugaman tour, you will be absolutely exhausted. It is truly a full-day excursion and worth every penny!
Split Restaurant Recommendation for Dinner
Freshen up back at your Divota abode and get ready for dinner at Chops Grill. It’s one of Split’s top 10 restaurants and absolutely drool-worthy. Located in the center of the city, and walking distance from Divota, we were seated outside in a gazebo-styled setting (with the option to dine inside). As I looked around me, I saw every table filled with faces that read: extreme culinary satisfaction.
I was confident I made the right choice in picking this spot.
Check out some photos of our meals below. From a delicious carpaccio dressed with grana padana cheese and topped with homemade olive oil, to exquisite signature steak accompanied by Croatian wine and chocolate soufflé dessert – Chops Grill is a must-eat.
Did I mention when I got cold from the evening breeze, the host didn’t hesitate to bring me a blanket cover-up?
PS. Make sure you get a reservation – walk-ins were unsuccessful during my visit.
Day 3: Wellness Escape in Split
Have a detox breakfast at Divota & treat yourself to a morning massage.
On your last day in Split (wahhh, time flies!) take advantage of Divota’s amenities and eat a light breakfast before you treat yourself to one of their spa services. As someone with Lupus, I took advantage of one of their energy treatments to relax my body amidst all the hectic traveling.
It was quite beneficial as a stress reliever and my masseuse was great at being in tune with tension, pain, and problem areas. The energy treatments should be done multiple times though, which I didn’t realize, so I was unable to get the full shebang since I was on a tight timeline. I’d recommend getting a one-off treatment if you are only visiting for three days. Otherwise, go all in!
Enjoy This 3 days in Split, Croatia Itinerary!
With Croatia’s beautiful weather, food, and time spent by the water or exploring other nearby gems, 3 days in Split will fly by, but you’ll love every moment of it. At least I did! I am so excited to return and spend more than 3 days in Split next time, but until then–this itinerary will do.
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