Croatia's Oldest Museum. A Must-See when in Split.

Where the story of Dalmatia begins.

If you visit only one museum in Split, make it this one. Discover Croatia's oldest museum, unique exhibitions and the stories behind Dalmatia's ancient past. Just a short walk from Split Old Town, surrounded by Mediterranean garden and monumental sculptures.
Escape the crowds. Understand Dalmatia, not just visit it.

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Only a 15-minute walk from Diocletian's Palace

Escape the crowds.

One of Split's most photogenic hidden gems

The DELMATAE – The people who gave Dalmatia its name!

The Must-See Exhibition of 2026. Only until October 31, 2026.

Before the Romans. Before modern borders. Before Dalmatia became what we know today, there was a people whose name still lives on in the region itself.

History remembers them as warriors and stubborn opponents of Rome. But who were the people who shaped this land thousands of years ago?

For the first time ever, The Delmatae — the people who gave Dalmatia its name, are the subject of a major exhibition:“The Delmatae: between myth and reality”, that brings together extraordinary archaeological discoveries to tell the most complete story yet of this fascinating community.

To make way for this long-awaited exhibition, the museum's permanent indoor display has been temporarily reconfigured, creating a rare opportunity to experience a completely new museum journey.

Don't miss the chance to discover one of the most mysterious and influential peoples of prehistoric Dalmatia.

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If you visit only one museum in Split, make it this one!

Croatia's oldest museum. Extraordinary exhibitions. The story of Dalmatia begins here.

The Medusa Gaze

Your museum ticket also includes The Medusa Gaze, an extraordinary exhibition featuring monumental Roman monuments, striking mythological imagery and the largest sarcophagus ever discovered on the eastern Adriatic coast.

At its heart is Medusa, the legendary figure whose gaze was said to turn people to stone. Yet this exhibition tells a different story. Designed to be accessible for blind and visually impaired visitors through tactile models, Braille texts and audio interpretation, The Medusa Gaze invites everyone to experience the ancient world.

A unique and inclusive museum experience not to be missed.

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What Visitors Love About the Archaeological Museum in Split?

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"A hidden gem just minutes from Split's Old Town."

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"One of the best places to discover the history and identity of Dalmatia."

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"Beautiful garden, impressive monuments and a peaceful atmosphere away from the crowds."

Plan Your Visit

Location
Zrinsko-Frankopanska 25, Split
Just a 15-minute walk from Diocletian's Palace

Suggested Visit Duration
1-2 hours

Opening Hours
Monday–Saturday: 9:00–14:00 & 15:00–20:00
Sundays and holidays: closed

Experience
THE DELMATAE: BETWEEN MYTH AND REALITY Exhibition • THE MEDUSA GAZE Exhibition • Lapidarium • Museum Garden

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The Lapidarium

Derived from the Latin word lapis (stone), a lapidarium is a collection of stone monuments displayed in a dedicated architectural setting. At the Archaeological Museum in Split, this remarkable covered gallery wraps around the museum building and is home to an impressive collection of ancient monuments, inscriptions, sarcophagi and architectural fragments.

Peaceful, atmospheric and rich in character, it is one of the museum's most photogenic spaces and a favourite spot for visitors seeking shelter from both the summer heat and unexpected rain. A unique cultural experience just minutes from Split's Old Town.

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Continue the story in Salona

The Archaeological Museum in Split is also the guardian of Salona, one of the most important archaeological sites in Croatia and the former capital of the Roman province of Dalmatia.

Just a short drive from Split, Salona invites you to walk through the remains of an ancient city once home to more than 60,000 inhabitants. Explore its amphitheatre, early Christian basilicas, theatre and historic roads. Discover the place where the story of Dalmatia truly began.

Experience history at one of the most remarkable archaeological sites in Dalmatia. Salona is a must-see for every visitor to the region. Because before Split, there was Salona. Discover the city where it all began.

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