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Best museums and art galleries to visit in Split

The museums in Split offer a window into the city's fascinating past and rich cultural heritage spanning from ancient times to the present day, making it a haven for history enthusiasts. Choose from several captivating museums and galleries.

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Archaeological museum

The Archaeological Museum in Split is the oldest museum in Croatia and was founded in 1820.

Last Updated: 24 May 2023

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Meštrovic gallery

The Ivan Meštrovic Palace in Split was built between 1931 and 1939 and is based on plans that Meštrovic himself designed. It houses most of the sculptor’s works within its permanent display.

Last Updated: 11 March 2023

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Ethnographic museum

The ethnographic museum of Split is housed in a building that itself already is of exceptional cultural and historical architectural significance.

Last Updated: 11 March 2023

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Croatian Maritime Museum

Founded in 1997., the Croatian Maritime Museum in Split combines a collection from the Split Maritime Museum and the Military Maritime Museum as well as several associated maritime heritage collections.

Last Updated: 11 March 2023

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Museum of Croatian Archaeological Monuments

It is one of the oldest Croatian museums founded in 1893. with a goal to explore, collect, present and study the cultural remains of the Croats from the 7th to 15th century. It is located in one of the greenest urban areas of Split.

Last Updated: 11 March 2023

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