Oysters, Bubbles & Good Vibes with a Local Chef (Small Group)
Descriptions come from the operator and are translated automatically.
- 1h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
This tour is a perfect blend for those who want to experience living history served on a plate, accompanied by golden drops of local wine or sparkling champagne. It combines authentic Mediterranean flavors with stories that bring the past to life, all while exploring the heart of Split. Designed as an easy walking experience, the tour is carefully assembled to share engaging stories, light humor, and deep insight into the city's inner core. You will discover the legacy of the Romans through landmarks such as Diocletian's Palace, while also learning about local people, their traditions, lifestyle, and everyday habits. Surrounded by beautiful seaside scenery and pleasant Mediterranean weather, this experience connects history, culture, food, and the modern way of life into one unforgettable journey.
Inclusions
What's included
- Enjoy two glasses, with a choice of champagne or local white wine.
- Enjoy your choice between shrimp lemon risotto or traditional rooster risotto.
- Two fresh oysters
- Professional licensed local tour guide
Itinerary
We'll start at the city model, where we'll bring the past to life with stories about the founder of the city, Roman Emperor Diocletian, and explore his habits, food traditions, and the lifestyle he enjoyed during the Roman Empire.
Then we will visit the beautiful cellars of the Roman Diocletian's Palace, famous for their massive pillars, arches, and stone vaults that have withstood the test of time for more than 1,700 years.
The first highlight of the day is an oyster tasting served with a glass of champagne or local white wine, where you will experience the true essence of the Mediterranean lifestyle. Fresh oysters, harvested directly from the sea, are considered a natural delicacy and a famous aphrodisiac. This perfect combination of nature, tradition, and the sea reflects the authentic spirit of the Adriatic coast that we proudly bring to life every day.
The Golden Gate, once the main entrance for Emperor Diocletian and his cavalry, still stands proudly as the gateway to his private apartments inside Diocletian's Palace. These ancient walls continue to tell stories that have survived through centuries of history. Nearby stands the unique and impressive statue of Gregory of Nin, a symbol of Croatian heritage and one of the most famous landmarks in Split.
Fruit Square is a unique and charming part of the old town, where local people once came every day to buy fresh ingredients for their traditional Mediterranean lunch and daily life. For centuries, this lively square was an important center of trade, gathering fishermen, farmers, and merchants from the surrounding region.
The second highlight is a delicious shrimp risotto with lemon or traditional rooster risotto, served with a glass of champagne or local white wine. Here you can experience the unique combination of fresh seafood flavors, delicate Mediterranean aromas, and the rich mineral character of local cuisine perfectly paired with the region’s wine culture and tradition. This authentic blend of food, sea, and lifestyle represents the true spirit of Dalmatia—and perhaps the secret of living a long and happy life.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- We will meet outside the Bronze Gate of the Palace. The tour guide will have your name and the company logo for easier recognition. If needed, we can also communicate by phone or message.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 20 travellers
- Operated by
- Black Apple Tours
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Split
- Its from-price is 32% below the median of the 66 food tours we list in Split.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 39 of 66.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Split
Split is a busy Dalmatian port built within and around a Roman emperor's palace, with ferries to some of Croatia's loveliest islands.
Diocletian's Palace, built around the turn of the fourth century as the emperor's retirement home, is the old town itself: its walls, cellars and courtyards hold homes, shops and cafés. The Peristyle, the colonnaded heart, leads to the Cathedral of St Domnius, once the emperor's mausoleum, and its bell tower gives views over the rooftops.
Top-ranked sights in Split: Budikovac Island (Veliki Budikovac), Blue Lagoon Croatia (Krknjasi Bay), Peristyle Square (Peristil).
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