Trogir is a small walled town on an islet between the mainland and the island of Čiovo, linked to both by short bridges. Its whole historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it is only a few minutes from Split Airport.
Why visit
Inside the old walls you find narrow stone lanes, Romanesque and Renaissance palaces and the Cathedral of St Lawrence, famous for the stone portal carved by Master Radovan. The seafront Riva ends at the Kamerlengo Fortress, whose walls give a good view over the town and the harbour.
Trogir works well as a first or last night in Croatia because of the airport, and as a day trip from Split by bus or by boat. Beaches are on Čiovo and along the mainland coast towards Seget.
Where to stay
Sleep in the old town for atmosphere, or on Čiovo for sea views, beaches and easier parking – the walk over the bridge takes a few minutes.
Getting there and around
Split Airport is around 6 km away. Local buses run often between Trogir and Split, and in summer boats connect Trogir with Split and nearby beaches.
Parking
The old town is car-free. Use the paid car parks on the mainland side of the bridge; in July and August they fill up by late morning.
Day trips
Nearby destinations
Dalmatia
Biograd na Moru
A lively seaside town south of Zadar, gateway to the Kornati islands and Lake Vrana.
Dalmatia
Imotski
A hinterland town above two spectacular karst lakes, half an hour from the Makarska Riviera.
Dalmatia
Konavle
Croatia’s southernmost valley beyond Dubrovnik: vineyards, villages, Cavtat and Sokol Grad.
Dalmatia
Krka National Park
Waterfalls and river canyons inland from Šibenik, with Skradinski buk as the highlight.
Frequently asked questions
Is one day enough for Trogir?
Yes for the old town itself. Stay longer if you want to use it as a quiet base for Split, Krka and the islands.
Can I get from Split Airport to Trogir quickly?
Yes, it is a short taxi or bus ride.
