Castlemap

🇭🇷 Croatia

Castles near Split

15 castles, fortresses, palaces and ruins within 100 km of the city centre — every one on the interactive map, with photos, distances and directions.

The closest landmark is also the most famous: Diocletian's Palace, ranked #46 of 8,133 worldwide, 1 km south-west of the city centre. The oldest dated site in the circle is Tilurium, founded c. 50.

The 100 km circle reaches into 2 countries — Croatia (13), Bosnia and Herzegovina (2).

Within 25 km of Split

Day trips: 25–60 km

Farther afield: 60–100 km

Distances are straight-line from the city centre. City coordinates and population: Wikidata Q1663.

Frequently asked questions

How many castles are near Split?

The Castlemap atlas maps 15 landmarks (1 castle · 8 fortresses · 1 palace & château · 5 ruins) within 100 km of the centre of Split, measured straight-line — a curated selection of well-documented landmarks, not a count of every fortification ever built.

What is the closest castle to Split?

Diocletian's Palace, a palace 1 km south-west of the city centre.

What is the oldest castle near Split?

The oldest dated landmark in the circle is Tilurium, founded c. 50 — 25 km north-east. Earlier structures may have existed; this is the oldest with a documented founding year.

Nearby city guides: Banja Luka (153 km) · Sarajevo (163 km) · Nikšić (219 km) · Rijeka (258 km). See also medieval castles · all rankings · castles by country.