Since you're arriving today and it's late morning, ease into Split with a relaxed stroll through Peristil Square to feel the pulse of the old palace, then join a guided tour that takes you beneath the city to the atmospheric basement halls of Diocletian's Palace where carved stone and cool vaults reveal Roman life. Finish with a coffee and light snack at the shady terrace of Caffe Bar Ghetto (near the Jewish Quarter), watching locals and vendors-perfect for a gentle introduction before afternoon exploration.
After a leisurely morning, wander out to the waterfront and soak up the late-afternoon light along the Riva Promenade, stopping for a glass of local wine at Teraca Vidilica with sweeping harbor views. Continue uphill toward People's Square (Pjaca) to browse artisan shops and then lose yourself in the quieter lanes around the Green Market (Pazar) for fresh mandarins, olive oil tastings, and a glimpse of daily Croatian life before dinner.
As dusk falls, head to Marjan Hill's west viewpoint for a short, gentle walk and golden views over the city and Adriatic-perfect to watch the sunset without committing to a long hike. Afterward, savor fresh seafood and Dalmatian specialties at the cozy family-run Konoba Fetivi (near the old town), then finish with a nightcap at the intimate cocktail bar O'Hara Terrace, where locals mingle and the lights of the Riva shimmer across the water.
Catch an early local bus or short ferry from Split to Trogir's waterfront, then wander the labyrinthine streets to admire the ornate carvings at Cathedral of St. Lawrence and climb its bell tower for sweeping bay views. Afterward, stroll the seaside promenade to Cipiko Palace and enjoy a leisurely breakfast of fresh pastries and espresso at Kavana Don Dino, before boarding a short taxi-boat to the peaceful historic harbor of Kaštel Lukšić for a gentle walk through its tree-lined park and the elegant Castle Turina.
After a morning in Trogir, take a short coastal drive or local bus toward Kaštela and stop at Kaštel Stari's waterfront to wander the fragrant citrus-lined promenade and peek into small artisan workshops selling ceramics and linens. Continue with a relaxed late-afternoon tasting at Mlinčić Olive Oil Farm for an olive-oil and homemade fig conserve pairing, then stroll the quiet lanes to the sea-facing terrace of Konoba Lanterna for grilled fish and a glass of Plavac Mali as the light softens over the bay.
Return to the coast for a relaxed seaside evening at Kaštel Gomilica's waterfront, where you can join locals at the small fish-market-turned-bistro Riblji Pazar for grilled sardines and a chilled glass of Pošip. After dinner, wander to St. Juraj Church to catch the soft glow of lanterns along the marina, then finish with a digestif at Bar Uvala, a tucked-away terrace perfect for listening to the distant lap of waves and reflecting on the day's coastal discoveries.
Begin with a gentle climb up Marjan Hill via the wooded trail from Bene Beach, pausing at the little chapel of St. Nicholas and the scenic lookout above Kašjuni Cove for morning light over the Adriatic. Descend toward the old town to browse artisanal stalls at the lively Fruit and Vegetable Market (Pazar) and then reward yourself with a seaside breakfast of fresh burek and espresso at Kantun Paulina on a sunlit terrace along the quieter stretch of the Riva promenade.
After a morning on Marjan, linger in the quieter neighborhoods by taking a slow, sensory walk through Varoš, where honey-colored stone houses hide tiny konobas and artisan workshops; drop into Atelje Meštrović's studio-shop for prints or a locally made souvenir. Continue down toward the harbor for a relaxed late-afternoon espresso and homemade cake at D16 Coffee, then join a short guided tasting at Gundulić Market stalls to sample local cheeses, smoked anchovies and a glass of chilled Pošip before the evening crowds return to the Riva.
As twilight settles, wander down to the quieter eastern end of the waterfront and enjoy a seafood-forward dinner at Zrno Soli, where you can savor grilled scampi and a glass of lokalni Pošip while watching fishing boats return. Afterward, take a gentle post-dinner stroll through the atmospheric lanes toward Prokurative (Republic Square) to soak in live street music or a small cultural performance, then finish the night with a mellow drink at the cozy wine bar Rost tucked into a stone courtyard for one last taste of Dalmatian hospitality.