Tour guide in Split Robert A.

Split, Croatia

English, Croatian

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Since Mar 28, 2013

1.0

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I'm Robert A., your private tour guide in Split

Guide #7784

5.0 (123)

I'm an ex-pat American, a permanent resident of Croatia, and have lived in Split for 15 years. I created and published DiscoverSplit, the city's only free, English language annual newspaper for tourists which you can see online along with the Tourist Board of Split's newest publication, The Split Guide; DiscoverSplit's Restaurant Guide and the Split/Dalmatia Travel Guide. All of these are supported and approved by the Tourist Board of Split, whom I work with as a consultant. I also created the first and only walking map of all the streets and alleys within the actual Palace of Diocletian--which is part of the newspaper. Together with friends who own wineries, restaurants, honey farms and the best professional guides, I have created a suite of intriguing private tours that take you off-the-beaten-track to see places most tourists never see; meet locals; stop by for some amazing cinnamon buns and ice cream; the last remaining filigree silversmith in Split; maybe an iconic local artist if you'd like and even more. When you walk with me, you not only get the in-depth local expertise of a talented, local professional guide, but the nuance, humor and insight of someone who lives here, loves it and has been working with tourists and tour programming in the US as well as in Russia (where I lived and worked for many years)--TWO of us on every tour!. If there's something you would like to do a bit differently than what we have in our programs, just ask. The answer is usually yes! I look forward to meeting you sharing with you this really special part of the world! Do take a look at some of my wonderful reviews from travelers and agents who had a great time here! An oh yes, if there are just two or three of you and you book any program outside of Split, you get to ride in my well-maintained 1994 Mercedes C 250! Publisher of the 128 page Split-Central Dalmatia Travel Guide to Activities, Events and Destinations; The Split Guide; the Split Restaurant Guide (both supported by the Tourist Board of Split and Dalmatia county); DiscoverSplit, DiscoverHvar, DiscoverSolta and DiscoverKorcula--the only English language newspapers for tourists in these communities. Consultant to the Tourist Board of Split, English language editor of the official tourist board publication Visit Split. All programs are led by a registered, local, professional guide, who I accompany since only citizens can be licensed. So you get to see the wonders of Dalmatia through the eyes of an ex-pat American living here for over a decade and great friends of mine who are local, professional guides!

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  • Daniel P.United States
    1 day ago

    Fun experience going to fish market then eating the same later in the day. Robert is a native English speaker and really into the history and construction of the old palace. Very personable

    Replied from the guide, Robert A.

    August 2026

    It's such a pleasure to have guests who really understand that the art of travel isnt seeing as much as you can but relaxing into the environment and let it show you what it really feels like to be a local...you guys got it all! Thank you for being such wonderful travelers!

  • Michele P.United States
    July 2026

    Fantastic tour! Robert gave us the “insider” tour, filled with historical insights and entertaining stories!!

    Replied from the guide, Robert A.

    July 2026

    Thanks Michele, you guys were such a pleasure ...glad you enjoyed Split ..now you know some of the reasons I enjoy living here so much!

  • Lynn K.United States
    June 2026

    This is the tour for you if you really want to learn about the full history of this part of Croatia. Robert takes you to places and shows you things from his uniquely knowledgeable historical perspective. We learned so much about the rich history of the area that I am certain would not have been as in-depth with another guide. This was our second tour with Robert, and I...

    Replied from the guide, Robert A.

    June 2026

    What a pleasure to have such savvy guests who really want to understand and appreciate as much as they can. When can you come again!?

  • Lynn K.United States
    June 2026

    Amazing, amazing day with a relaxing ferry ride and a wonderful afternoon spent on the island of Solta learning about bees, eating home cooked food prepared just for us, and enjoying the scenery. Robert is a high energy guide with a great deal of knowledge of the area, and the ability to create a very unique approach to touring. Would highly recommend!

    Replied from the guide, Robert A.

    June 2026

    Solta is such a rare treat..only one or two tours a year! So very glad you had the time to immerse yourself...nect time we swim!