Split-Dalmatia County is the largest county in Croatia by area and one of the most visited regions in the Mediterranean. Located along the stunning Dalmatian Coast of the Adriatic Sea, it encompasses the historic city of Split with its UNESCO-listed Diocletian's Palace, the charming medieval town of Trogir (also UNESCO-listed), the glamorous island of Hvar, the famous Zlatni Rat beach on Brač island, and the scenic Makarska Riviera. The county stretches from the Cetina River canyon in the north to the Neretva delta in the south, bordering Bosnia and Herzegovina to the east. With over 1,700 km of coastline and more than 300 islands, islets and reefs, Split-Dalmatia offers world-class beaches, crystal-clear Adriatic waters, Roman ruins, medieval architecture, outstanding seafood cuisine, vibrant nightlife, and exceptional natural landscapes including the Biokovo mountain range.
Top food tours
Guided experiences that show you Split-Dalmatia County through its food.
Split Food Walking Tour
A guided walk through Split's old town and the famous Pazar market, sampling local foods at various stops including fresh fish, Dalmatian prosciutto, local cheeses, olive oils, wines, and traditional pastries. Includes visits to family-run konobas not usually known to tourists.
Dalmatian Olive Oil Tasting Experience
A guided tasting of Croatian extra-virgin olive oils, learning to distinguish varieties from different islands (Brač Oblica, Hvar varieties), understanding cold-pressing processes, and pairing oils with traditional Dalmatian foods. The Uje Oil Bar in Split offers this regularly.
Hvar Island Wine and Lavender Tour
A full-day exploration of Hvar island's interior visiting lavender fields (best in June), a lavender distillery for essential oil production demonstration, one or two of the island's top wineries (Zlatan Otok, Tomić), with tastings of Plavac Mali red wine and Prošek dessert wine, and a traditional Dalmatian lunch at an island konoba.
Peka Cooking Experience
Learn the ancient Dalmatian cooking technique of peka - slow cooking under a bell-shaped iron lid buried in embers. Prepare the dish (lamb or octopus), wait 2-3 hours while exploring the farm or village, then enjoy the extraordinary results with local wine and homemade rakija. An authentic and memorable Dalmatian experience.
Vis Island Seafood and Wine Day Trip
A full-day excursion to Vis island, Croatia's most remote and authentic major island. Visit local fishermen's markets, taste ultra-fresh Adriatic seafood at Konoba Bako, tour a local winery producing the rare indigenous Vugava white wine, and optionally visit the Blue Cave on nearby Biševo. Experience the island's authenticity before mass tourism arrival.
Dalmatian Market and Cooking Class
Start with a guided tour of Split's famous Pazar market, selecting fresh ingredients from local farmers and fishermen. Then cook a traditional Dalmatian meal together in a local kitchen: black risotto, fresh fish, pašticada, or other seasonal dishes. Enjoy the results over local wine with the chef and fellow participants.
Sinj and Dalmatian Hinterland Food Tour
Explore the lesser-visited Dalmatian inland cuisine, which differs significantly from the coastal seafood culture. Visit the town of Sinj, taste spit-roasted lamb and peka at traditional inland konobas, sample local sheep's cheese and prosciutto from the Dinaric mountains, and visit the Cetina River valley. Authentic off-the-beaten-path food experience.
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Foodie tips
Get more out of every meal.
Book tours and cooking classes at least a few days in advance — small-group experiences sell out quickly.
Come hungry — most food tours include 5-8 tastings.
Bring cash for unscheduled stops the guide may recommend.