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Croatia History Tours: Our Top 15

26 tours  ·  from $11 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 Croatia history tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Dubrovnik: Old Town History Walking Tour - Meeting at Large Onofrio’s Fountain
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Dubrovnik Old Town History Walking Tour

1.Dubrovnik Old Town History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,684 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $24Our pick

Meet by the red umbrella at Large Onofrio’s Fountain for a 90-minute English walking tour through Dubrovnik’s Old Town. A local guide leads you along Stradun to the Franciscan Monastery, Rector’s Palace, Cathedral, harbor, and Orlando Column, adding stories about Ragusa, religion, trade, war, and daily life.

“Sara was a wonderful guide springing personal stories in with the history facts about Dubrovnik.you could tell that she loved her city and her job. The 90 minutes flew by!”

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Dubrovnik: Ancient City Walls & Wars Walking Tour - A short walk through Dubrovnik’s Old Town
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Dubrovnik: Ancient City Walls & Wars Walking Tour

2.Dubrovnik: Ancient City Walls & Wars Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,270 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Meet near Pile Gate and walk Dubrovnik’s limestone Old Town before tackling its 2-kilometer city walls. Guides such as Davor, Goran, Andrea, and Mara explain the republic’s battles, diplomacy, forts, and recent war. The tour lasts about two hours, runs in English, and requires a separate wall ticket.

“Be prepared to climb a lot of steps. The guide gave us a lot of information and kept it simple and interesting.”

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Zagreb: City & History Walking Tour & WW2 Tunnels - Starting in Zrinjevac Park
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Zagreb: City & History Walking Tour & WW2 Tunnels

3.Zagreb: City & History Walking Tour & WW2 Tunnels

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,202 reviews · 2h 30m · from $11Best value

Walk Zagreb’s central sights with local English-speaking guides such as Petra, Tomislav, Maja, and Tom. See the Cathedral, Dolac Market, Upper Town, Stone Gate, and St. Mark’s Church, then enter the WWII-era Grič Tunnel. Expect a small-group tour, local stories, food tips, and a steady 150-minute route.

“Petra was an amazing guide. She was very friendly and clearly very knowledgeable. We got to see alot of the main sites and learned a lot about them on our first morning in Zagreb. I highly recommend this for everyone to get a taste of the city on their first day.”

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Walking Tour of Split with a 'Magister' of History - Peristyle: the palace’s central stage
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Walking Tour of Split with a ‘Magister’ of History

4.Walking Tour of Split with a ‘Magister’ of History

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,122 reviews · 1 hour 40 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutes (approx.) · from $34

Join Toni Šare of DiocleSpot Tours for a roughly 100-minute walk through Split’s Roman, medieval, Renaissance, and early modern past. You’ll see Diocletian’s Palace from the Riva to the Golden Gate, study 3D reconstructions, hear local stories, and finish at the Old Town Hall. Group and private options are available.

“Toni was an exceptionally knowledgeable tour guide. He provided great context and additional insights to every question we had. We got an excellent overview of Split’s history across all eras and thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Hands down one of the best and most informative tours I’ve ever had (you could really feel his passion for history throughout). Additionally, the route was well designed. Highly recommended!”

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Dubrovnik Combo: Old Town & Ancient City Walls - Starting at Pile Gate and Brsalje Square
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Dubrovnik Combo: Old Town & Ancient City Walls

5.Dubrovnik Combo: Old Town & Ancient City Walls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,019 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $52

Spend about 3.5 hours with a licensed English-speaking guide exploring Dubrovnik’s Old Town and full city-wall circuit. Guides such as Goran, Mara, and Antun explain local history, wartime stories, architecture, and daily life. Expect many steps, a separate €40 wall ticket, headsets for groups of four or more, and fine Adriatic views.

“If you’re going during the peak summer season, go early. If the temperature gets warm, this tour gets very, very hot.”

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Split Walking Tour with Professor of History - Starting on the Riva beside the Brass Gate
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Split Walking Tour with Professor of History

6.Split Walking Tour with Professor of History

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 926 reviews · 2 hours 20 minutes (approx.) · from $24

Walk Split’s old town with a history professor, often Mario or Anita, and connect Roman ruins, medieval streets, Croatian culture, and local life. The 2-hour-20-minute English tour covers Diocletian’s Palace, the Riva, Golden Gate, Prokurative, and Fruit’s Square. Groups can include up to 17 people, with a private upgrade available.

“What a fantastic tour, Mario is a fantastic guide with lots of knowledge. He is very funny and friendly which makes the tour that much better than other tours I have been on. If I could give 10 stars I would. For any person visiting Split this is a must and should be top of your list for things to do.”

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Game of Thrones & History of Dubrovnik Tour - Starting by the Large Onofrio Fountain
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Game of Thrones & History of Dubrovnik Tour

7.Game of Thrones & History of Dubrovnik Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 628 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $30

Meet by Dubrovnik’s Large Onofrio Fountain and follow a local English-speaking guide through Pile Gate, Kolorina Bay, the West Harbour, and Old Town filming sites. Expect a lively mix of Game of Thrones scenes, Croatian history, filming anecdotes, and views, with guides such as Ivan, Bruno, Daniela, Josip, and Milka leading different departures.

“Tour guide was good fun and very passionate about Dubrovnik. Had lots of insightful information about the filmimg of Games of Thrones. Definitely recommend”

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Dubrovnik: Old Town History Walking Tour - Meeting at Large Onofrio’s Fountain
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Dubrovnik: Old Town History Walking Tour

8.Dubrovnik: Old Town History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 474 reviews · 1h 30m · from $20

Walk Dubrovnik’s Old Town for 90 minutes with an English-speaking guide such as Boris, Ivana, Kim, or Josip. Hear stories of the Republic, shipbuilding, quarantine, local life, and war while seeing Pile Gate, Stradun, Sponza Palace, the Cathedral, Rector’s Palace, and the Old Port. Expect cobbles, stairs, sun, and plenty of practical tips.

“Ivana was cheerful and informative guide. Hvala puno. Cista deset!”

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SPLIT-PRIVATE Walking Tour of Diocletian's Palace & Old Town - Entering through the palace gates
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SPLIT-PRIVATE Walking Tour of Diocletian’s Palace & Old Town

9.SPLIT-PRIVATE Walking Tour of Diocletian’s Palace & Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 467 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Join a private English-language walking tour for up to 12 people with local guides such as Joško, Josko, or Joseph. You’ll trace Split from Diocletian’s AD 305 palace through medieval lanes, lively squares, the Riva, Golden Gate, and palace cellars. Optional entries to the cathedral, Temple of Jupiter, and cellars cost extra.

“My favourite tour in all of Croatia. Joško was fabulous, he took us through the history of old town and how it’s changed to today. Split is a breathtaking city, there is no better way to see it than having a friendly, funny and knowledgeable local tour guide like Joško. He even took us to a chocolate shop to treat my father and I to a Croatian sweet treat.”

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Split History and Gastro Small-Group Tour with Food and Drinks - Green Market: Split’s food cupboard
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Split History and Gastro Small-Group Tour with Food and Drinks

10.Split History and Gastro Small-Group Tour with Food and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 375 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $139

In a group of no more than 12, follow a local guide through Split’s old town, Green Market, Marmontova Street, and the Riva area. You’ll taste cured meats, cheese, soparnik, seafood, pasta, black risotto, Croatian wine, liqueur, and gelato while guides such as Ana, Hani, Ela, and Kristina add local stories and practical advice.

“Our guide, Kristina, made this experience!! She was so fun and personable! Great balance of history and delicious food tasting. Our first restaurant , Konobe Korta, was a spot we had wanted to try and it did not disappoint! Thank you for a fabulous evening!! And for the future recommendations.”

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Private History Split Walking Tour in English - The Vestibule and the sound of Dalmatia
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Private History Split Walking Tour in English

11.Private History Split Walking Tour in English

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 159 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $66

Walk through Split with a private English-speaking guide, possibly Antonella, as you explore Diocletian’s Palace, its Peristyle, Vestibule, substructures, Golden Gate, Riva, Fruit’s Square, and the old synagogue. Expect clear historical context, local recommendations, and a flexible feel, but note that high steps may be difficult and substructure admission is not included.

“We found this tour to be very comprehensive and knowledgeable. Our guide was incredible! We learned so much and have many suggestions things to learn further. We would take this tour again just to relearn everything! Be sure to sign up for the is tour!”

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Dubrovnik Old Town: Small-Group Walking Tour With A Local - Starting at Ploče Gate and the harbor
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Dubrovnik Old Town: Small-Group Walking Tour With A Local

12.Dubrovnik Old Town: Small-Group Walking Tour With A Local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 123 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $34

Walk Dubrovnik’s Old Town for 90 minutes to two hours with a local guide such as Marko, Marco, or Lucy. Visit the harbor, Rector’s Palace, Stradun, churches, palaces, and the old city gates. The group is capped at eight, and the guide adds local stories, trivia, legends, and practical tips. Entrance fees are not included.

“Marko was a fantastic guide. Very knowledgeable with lots of intriguing information about the history of Dubrovnik and daily life in the old town. A good mixture between the serious and humorous. Very engaging and happy to answer our many questions. The tour was at an easy pace. Nothing was rushed. Two hours very well spent. Thank you Marko”

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Dubrovnik Jewish Heritage Private Walking Tour - Meeting Vesna at Brsalje Street
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Dubrovnik Jewish Heritage Private Walking Tour

13.Dubrovnik Jewish Heritage Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 121 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Walk Dubrovnik’s Old Town with Vesna, a local historian who shares the story of the city’s Jewish community from 1324 onward. You’ll visit the historic synagogue and Jewish Museum, then trace former Jewish streets and sites. The private two-hour tour is offered in English for up to eight people, with a flexible approach that suits families and history-minded visitors.

“We had a lovely and informative tour with Vesna. I highly recommend her to anyone. She was very organized and communicative.”

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Split: Historical Tour of Salona, Klis Fortress and Trogir - Trogir: a handsome old town in one compact hour
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Split: Historical Tour of Salona, Klis Fortress and Trogir

14.Split: Historical Tour of Salona, Klis Fortress and Trogir

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 108 reviews · from $28

Spend eight hours exploring Trogir, Roman Salona, Klis Fortress and the Hidden Dalmatia Visitor Center from Split. Your English-speaking guide leads the day, with past guides including Darko, Duje and Miron. Round-trip transport and a Dalmatian tasting are included, but entrance fees and lunch are extra.

“I was absolutely blown away by this trip. Our guide Duje was so informative and funny. Great guy. Trogir is so beautiful and peaceful. Salona is so historical and you could get the sense of what it was like back when the building were active. Klos Fortress is just a wow factor. The buildings, the chapel the views. Just all of it was vow. I loved the Olive factory and the VR experience. The fig cake I wish I had bought in bulk. Best last minute booking I have ever made. I will never forget this experience. Very well organised and brilliant value money.Read more”

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History & Cultural Walking Tour of Split and Diocletian's Palace - The Vestibule and the sound of Dalmatian culture
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History & Cultural Walking Tour of Split and Diocletian’s Palace

15.History & Cultural Walking Tour of Split and Diocletian’s Palace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $22

Walk through Split’s ancient core with an English-speaking guide on a 90-minute tour capped at 15 people. You’ll see the Peristyle, Vestibule, palace cellars, Golden Gate, Riva Harbor, Fruit’s Square, and the historic synagogue area. Guides such as Darko, Ante, and Ivana bring in local stories, Croatian culture, klapa singing, and practical tips.

“Great Guide! Made it very interesting and kept your attention the entire time. Added humor as well to history”

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