Cheap 3-Day Croatia Road Trip in Split

Your exciting road trip through Croatia starts when you reach the incredible city of Split, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Split and begin your adventure in Croatia.

Split is a popular cheap holiday destination in Croatia with something to offer every traveler. More than a city in Croatia, Split is also a great place to find top-rated budget accommodations. You'll find many of these accommodations close to bustling markets and cultural attractions.

Going on cheap, budget vacations in Croatia shouldn’t stop anyone from dining at top-rated restaurants and bars. More than just an affordable travel destination, Split is also home to a variety of excellent dining spots. When it’s time for a meal, we recommend you try some of the city's best places to eat and drink.

Perivoj restoran i kavana is an excellent example. Here, you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,279 customers.

Villa Spiza is another great restaurant option for budget travelers. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,322 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Šug Restaurant, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,279 reviews.

The Daltonist Craft Bar offers many snacks and liquors at different price points and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,191 customers.

If you’d like to interact with locals and fellow travelers in Split, check out Tennis Bar. This bar is an excellent place to hang out and relax after a busy day, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,185 customers.

To ensure a good time in this cheap holiday destination, visit Art Gallery Cafe Music Bar Split. Art Gallery Cafe Music Bar Split offers affordable drinks and snacks and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 616 reviews.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and a cheap holiday experience in Croatia!

On day 2 of your affordable vacation in Croatia, you’ll start and end your day in Split, but spend some time exploring destinations outside the city.

Start your day with a visit to Skradinski buk. This extraordinary waterfall is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,227 visitors.

When you’re ready to jump back into the car and say goodbye to Grad Skradin, you’ll hit the road in the direction of Split. This drive usually takes around 1 hour 27 min. When you arrive, enjoy some sightseeing.

While on the road, immerse yourself in your favorite road trip tunes or sample the sounds from a local radio station. The best things to do, see, and eat are waiting for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Split.

A cheap, budget vacation in Split should not stop you from enjoying incredible food. When you’re ready to have the best dining experience in Split, try some of our top recommendations.

We recommend a local favorite like Fig Split. This restaurant serves delicious dishes at surprisingly cheap prices and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,263 customers.

Downtown Grill Split steak & seafood is another excellent restaurant we recommend for budget travelers in Split. This restaurant offers good food at even better prices and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,044 customers.

Another popular restaurant in Split you might want to check out is PORTOFINO Steak - Pasta - Seafood. PORTOFINO Steak - Pasta - Seafood is a local favorite with a variety of value-for-money dishes on their menu. Customers have rated this fantastic restaurant an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 892 reviews.

Makarun Split is an excellent example of a great bar in Split offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 532 customers.

You can also hang out at Bokeria Kitchen & Wine, another of locals’ go-to bars in Split. Bokeria Kitchen & Wine is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 3,989 customers having rated it an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Fabrique Pub is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Split. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 3,169 bar-goers.

Cheers for an adventure-filled road trip vacation in Croatia! Celebrate this incredible opportunity for an affordable travel experience in the city of Split!

Your budget road trip vacation in Croatia is about to end. Day 3 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Split.

On your last day in Croatia, take time to indulge in shopping at Split’s popular marketplace. Thanks to your accommodation’s strategic location, city’s bustling commercial district is only a stone’s throw away, giving you ample time to leisurely explore the area, filled with local shops.

Take time to find the perfect present, reminding you of the charms of Croatia. Each store here is brimming with unique finds.

Before you conclude your road trip in Croatia, drop by another restaurant for a last chance at a memorable dining experience in Split.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Split, consider a top-rated restaurant like Chops Grill - Steak & Seafood. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,663 customers.

Restaurant Bajamonti is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,569 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Dvor. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,763 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Croatia and your fun memories in Split.

You’ll then say farewell to Split. Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in Croatia!