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Meštrović Gallery
A distinctive museum dedicated to sculptor Ivan Meštrović, set in his former villa with notable works and a seaside garden.
Trains from Salzburg to Split run on average 1 times per day, taking around 16h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 545 km distance in 14h 16m.
Distance 545 km |
Average train duration 16h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 14h 16m |
First train 6:15 |
Last train 20:10 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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A distinctive museum dedicated to sculptor Ivan Meštrović, set in his former villa with notable works and a seaside garden.
A respected art museum with Croatian paintings, sculpture and modern works in a grand historic building near the old town.
An engaging museum inside the palace complex, displaying artefacts from Roman, early Christian and medieval Split.
The city’s broad seafront promenade is ideal for a leisurely walk, harbour views and people-watching beside the old town.
A wooded hill park above the centre, popular for walking trails, chapels and lookouts over Split, the sea and nearby islands.
The palace’s main ceremonial court is one of Split’s defining spaces, surrounded by columns, arches and monumental stone buildings.
Slow-cooked beef braised in prošek dessert wine with prunes, cloves and nutmeg. A festive Dalmatian classic, especially associated with Sunday and holiday meals.
Black risotto coloured with cuttlefish ink, usually cooked with cuttlefish, garlic and wine. A signature Adriatic seafood dish common along the Dalmatian coast.
A rustic stew of broad beans, Swiss chard, potatoes and cured pork. Traditional in Dalmatia and valued as hearty home cooking rather than restaurant luxury.
Popular traditional konoba known for Dalmatian dishes such as pašticada and seafood, with a warm rustic atmosphere near the historic centre.
Elegant fine dining in the old town with contemporary Dalmatian tasting menus, strong seafood focus and polished service in a refined setting.
Well-known restaurant by the waterfront serving fresh Adriatic fish, shellfish and classic local recipes in a smart but relaxed setting.
Moderate for the Adriatic coast. Summer accommodation is pricier, but dining and local buses stay manageable compared with Dubrovnik or many Western European resort cities.
Tipping is appreciated but not compulsory. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Round up in cafés and taxis; check if a service charge is already included.
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Most Salzburg to Split trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Split, Autobusni Kolodvor station pair. Use this guide to compare Salzburg and Split train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Split, Autobusni Kolodvor has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Split, Autobusni Kolodvor.
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