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Small-Group Communist Tour of Split - Boutique group tour

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3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Communist Tour of Split is a personalized small group tour with a maximum of 8 participants guided by a local professional historian and licensed guide with a Master`s degree in history.

On this Communist Tour of Split, I will guide you through the communist history of the city of Split which was one of the centers of politics, industry, economy, education, health system, tourism, etc. Communist Split, as one of the fastest-growing cities in communist Yugoslavia, is full of interesting stories, facts, and legends to which I will introduce you.

Stories, naturally, will be followed by relevant sights and interesting hidden gems of the communist history of Split which we will be discovering.

You will also have a chance to take a photo at the wheel of one of the Yugoslavian symbols, legendary Yugo!

Join me and find out about life in communist Split and Yugoslavia in a unique and interesting way in which active participation through everyone's questions and opinions is welcomed!

What's Included

  • Carbonated beverages The guest will have get a tipical soft local drink which was very popular in communist Yugoslavia as it is also today.
  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Gratuities
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Trg Franje Tuđmana 1
21000, Split, Croatia

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Trg Franje Tuđmana

We will meet at bus station on the Trg (Square) Franje Tuđmana where you will be introduced with details of the Communist tour of Split. Also, here you will be introduced with major happenings during World War II in Split and Yugoslavia in general which lead to the birth of the new communist state. You will be shown some pictures of damage made in Split during the War.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Prodaja Fritula

Short panoramic stop will be done to see and hear about the most beatiful stadium built during communist period in Yugoslavia which was also very known outside of the country. One of the symbols of Split, Poljud Stadium was built to host the biggest sport happening in Yugoslavia until then, Mediterranean Games. Poljud Stadium was one of the top exhibits of Yugoslavia architecture exhibition held in MoMA in New York which explains a lot of its importance. On the same location attention will be given to the widest existing building in Split named "China Wall" which is also product of Yugoslavian socialist architecture.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Prodajni centar Koteks

While you are walking around the "first shopping mall" in Yugoslavia you will be able to see and hear what was the "modern" idea of shopping in that communist state. You will find out about its short popularity and its decay during the years. Also, here you will be introduced with Yugoslavia consumer life, which has always been between "open west" and "closed east" and has its own story in which people often had to be creative for supplying themselves with different types of goods.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Krstarica

Split 3 is a modern communist Yugoslavia neighborhood which was purposely built to provide quaility "living, working and resting" place for its habitants, It was unique high quaility project during communist era in Yugoslavia which became known in world terms as an example of excellent planned modern neigborhoods. While we are walking around and checking different architecture styles of local architects which gave signature on each building of this project like building called "Cruiser", you will find out about housing policy, educational system, health system, economy, social life and politics with emphasis on dictatorship of Yugoslav communist leader Tito, mostly through the examples of Split area. Split 3 project was also one of the top exibits on exibition of Yugoslavia architecture in Museum of Moden Art in New York where it was recognised as one of the high important residental projects of Yugoslavia in general.Also, on this location you will have some free time.
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1 hour 10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Split Predgrađe

On the final stop, Kopilica railway station, you will be able to hear some of the reasons why Yugoslavia didn`t manage to survive and why the end of it in the 1990`s was pretty violent and finished with bloody war. While you are listening the story you will be looking at armored train exposed on the railway. Armored train is symbolizing beggining of bloody end of Yugoslavia which had great consequences and which changed the relations between nations and religions in southeast Europe once again.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Small-Group Communist Tour of Split – Boutique group tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Small-Group Communist Tour of Split – Boutique group tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Carbonated beverages. The guest will have get a tipical soft local drink which was very popular in communist Yugoslavia as it is also today.
  • Private transportation.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 2. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Small-Group Communist Tour of Split - Boutique group tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Small-Group Communist Tour of Split – Boutique group tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

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  • Carbonated beveragesThe guest will have get a tipical soft local drink which was very popular in communist Yugoslavia as it is also today.
  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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