Split on a Tomos feels like time travel. You’re on completely renovated vintage mopeds in Split, guided by locals who know the city’s corners and stories, and you’ll get coffee plus Dalmatian craft Guuc juice during a relaxed break. My only real caution: the price you see ($23) does not include the Tomos rental, fuel, or insurance—those are extra and paid in cash.

I like that the group stays small, max 8, so you’re not lost in the crowd at every stop. I also like how the tour leans into the 1980s Tomos vibe, including the way Spliters talk about the sound of the engines like Koze, or goats. The route moves at a comfortable pace for sightseeing, but you are still riding a moped, so it’s not for everyone.

You can choose a morning or evening departure most days (no Sundays): 7:30 am or 6:00 pm, and the whole loop is about 2 hours. Meeting is easy if you’re already oriented near Diocletian’s Palace—look for the Vintage Tomos garage on Ulica Ante Starčevića, about a 10-minute walk from the old town.

5 key things that make this Tomos tour worth it

• 40 renovated vintage Tomos mopeds you’ll actually ride, not just pose with
• Small group cap of 8 for easier stops, clearer guidance, and less waiting
• Coffee plus Guuc juice at a local café break built into the route
• Top Split sights in 2 hours, from Diocletian’s Palace to Marjan Hill viewpoints
• English live guide with local knowledge and a safety-first start on the bikes

Why riding a Tomos beats another sightseeing bus in Split

Split is famous for Diocletian’s Palace, the Riva promenade, and the big-name viewpoints. But when you ride a Tomos, you see the city like someone who actually lives here would—through quick turns, sea-air pauses, and those “wait, look at that” angles.

What makes this tour fun in a practical way is the mix of famous and less-expected stops. You cover major landmarks like Poljud Stadium and Diocletian’s Palace, then you shift to viewpoints and sea-side areas around Marjan and the west coast stretches. In 2 hours, that’s hard to do efficiently on foot without feeling rushed.

And yes, the Tomos part is more than a gimmick. The mopeds are more than 30 years old and fully restored, and the whole experience leans into the 1980s Tomos culture of Dalmatia—right down to the engine sound Spliters associate with Koze. It’s a playful way to connect with the city’s everyday past, not just its postcard present.

Price and value: what $23 really covers (and what costs extra)

The headline price is $23 per person, and it includes your guide, the coffee, and the Guuc juice. That’s a solid base for a guided, timed experience that takes you around key areas without you doing the logistics.

Here’s the key catch: the tour price excludes the Tomos moped rental, fuel, and insurance. A separate charge of 45 EUR per person is collected in cash before the start of the tour (they take it from you in person and offer change if needed).

So is it good value? For most people, yes—because you’re paying for three things at once: (1) expert local guidance, (2) a time-efficient route linking multiple must-sees, and (3) the chance to ride the city on a classic machine instead of only looking at it. Your final cost will land closer to the rental-inclusive total, but you still get a lot of sightseeing packed into the 2-hour window.

Getting started smoothly: meeting point, group size, and riding basics

The tour starts at Ulica Ante Starčevića, in the Vintage Tomos tour garage area. They note it’s about a 10-minute walk from Diocletian’s Palace, toward Park Mladeži stadium and Joker shopping center—so if you’re staying near the old town, you can walk over, then meet the team and get the bikes sorted.

The group is capped at 8 participants, which matters more than it sounds. With a small crew, you can actually hear the guide, and you’re less likely to break formation at traffic lights or tight parking moments. It also makes the pre-ride portion easier, because guides can check that you’re comfortable before you go.

Practical note: you need a driver’s license to take part, and the tour isn’t suitable for people without one. It also has limits for safety and comfort: not suitable for epilepsy, not suitable for people over 220 lbs / 100 kg, and not suitable for people with kidney problems.

Before you set off, the experience includes a confidence-building start on the bikes, and the ride is described as safe and chill—so you’re not dropped into the deep end. Still, you’re riding a moped on real streets, so if you’re uneasy on two wheels, think twice before booking.

The 2-hour Tomos loop through Split’s main highlights

The route is designed to feel like a quick story through Split: stadium energy, hill viewpoints, old-town icons, and coastal breaks—then back to where you started.

Stop near Poljud Stadium: a scenic drive to start the engine days

You begin at Ulica Ante Starčevića, then head toward Poljud Stadium with a short scenic drive (about 10 minutes). This early section is a good warm-up: you get on the bike, settle into the rhythm, and start moving through the city’s main zones without having to immediately handle the most dramatic viewpoints.

If you like context, Poljud is a handy anchor. It sets the tone that Split is more than ancient stone—you’re riding through a modern city layer too.

Ivan Meštrović Gallery: art you can actually walk through

Next is Ivan Meštrović Gallery, with time for both a photo stop and a visit with guidance (about 10 minutes). This stop works well on a moped day because it breaks up the driving with something calmer and more indoor-friendly.

You don’t need to be an art expert here. The value is having a guide point out what to notice, then giving you just enough time to absorb the space before you’re back on the road.

Marjan Hill: the viewpoint stop that makes Split feel big

Then you shift to Marjan Hill—photo stop, visit, and guided time (about 10 minutes). Marjan is where Split starts to look wider. The driving connects you to the hill quickly, and the stop time is enough to enjoy views without feeling trapped in one spot.

One practical consideration: Marjan is a hill, so expect the route to feel more “up and out” than flat coastal promenades. If you’re sensitive to motion or steep paths when you’re off the bike, keep that in mind.

Viewpoints: short pauses that do a lot of work

You’ll hit additional viewpoints along the way (photo stops plus guided time, such as a guided stop around 10 minutes). These aren’t long museum-style stops. They’re more like “look, then move,” and that’s ideal for a 2-hour ride.

This is where you get those sweeping angles that are hard to find when you’re stuck in traffic or walking only the obvious streets.

Diocletian’s Palace: the old town icon, viewed from the route

Diocletian’s Palace is a major stop with photo time and guided time (about 10 minutes). Even if you’ve seen photos, being near it at the right moment helps you understand the scale. The guide time matters because it’s not just standing there—you’ll get a bit of orientation so you can connect what you’re seeing with what it meant.

If you like atmosphere, you’ll also ride the surrounding corridors that lead toward the Riva promenade area later on, so the palace isn’t isolated—it becomes part of a bigger city map.

Lesser-known coastal moments and the guided “why”

Between the big-name sights, the route includes pauses at spots labeled as lesser-known stops—two of them with longer guided time (one about 25 minutes and another about 30 minutes). These are built to slow you down. You get time for photos, plus explanation, which turns random scenery into something you can actually remember.

Also included in the broader tour coverage are Kašjuni Beach and Sustipan, plus the west coast area. Those sections matter because they show Split’s shoreline life rather than treating the sea as background.

Café break with coffee and Guuc juice: the reset you need

Mid-tour, there’s a local café break (about 10 minutes). You’ll be treated to coffee and natural Guuc juice, a well-known Dalmatian craft juice.

This pause is more useful than it sounds. It helps you recharge before the final viewpoints and gives you a moment off the bike so your brain can reset. It also keeps the tour feeling like a small outing with people, not a hard driving checklist.

Back toward the water: Riva, ferry port area, and beaches

The ride also includes coverage of the Riva promenade, ferry port area, and beach stops around Bačvice and Trstenik (these are listed as part of the included coverage). These are the spots where Split’s everyday pace shows up—where you feel the city turning toward the sea.

If you want a shortcut to understanding Split’s geography, this part helps. You see how the old town sits above and alongside the water, and how neighborhoods relate to each other.

Return to Ulica Ante Starčevića

Near the end, there’s a final viewpoint stop and then a drive back (a longer scenic drive segment is listed, about 20 minutes). You end back at the meeting point, so you don’t need to plan a separate transport step after your 2-hour ride.

What you’ll love most on the Tomos ride

This tour has a few elements that consistently hit the right notes for people:

The guides make it feel personal. Multiple guide names come up—Nikolai, Baldo, Nikolina, and Nikola—and the theme is the same: they explain what you’re seeing, answer questions, and help you feel confident on the mopeds before you ride.

The “back to the eighties” theme is believable. The mopeds aren’t props. They’re the centerpiece. Between the story about Tomos ownership in 1980s Dalmatia and the Koze engine sound vibe, the tour gives you a cultural frame that makes the route more than just movement.

The stops are efficient but not frantic. With 2 hours and a small group, the timing is tight enough to cover a lot, but still includes guided time at the key places. That balance is hard to find in short tours.

Who should book this Tomos experience (and who should skip it)

This is a great fit if you want an active, different way to see Split that still hits the big landmarks. It’s ideal for couples, small groups, and solo travelers who don’t want to fight crowds or spend their day tracing a map.

It’s also a fun choice if you love vehicles, local street culture, or you want to bring a parent or friend along who might appreciate the classic Tomos vibe.

Skip it if any of these apply:

• You don’t have a driver’s license (you must be able to drive)
• You’re not comfortable riding a moped in city traffic conditions
• You fall into the stated health and safety limits (epilepsy, over 220 lbs / 100 kg, kidney problems)
• You’re sensitive to rules about clothing and ride restrictions (open-toed shoes and slippers are not allowed)

Small rules that affect comfort (so you don’t get surprised)

A few rules can matter more than you’d think once you’re there:

• No food in the vehicle
• No alcohol or drugs, and if you’re under the influence, you won’t be able to attend
• No open-toed shoes, and no slippers
• If you’re bringing scuba gear for a future trip, note that divers without certification aren’t suitable for this tour

These rules are partly about safety and partly about keeping the experience smooth for everyone.

Should you book the Vintage Tomos tour Split?

Book it if you want the quickest way to see Split’s main highlights with a guide, while also getting a real sense of local 1980s Tomos culture. If you’re the type who enjoys short guided stops plus photos plus one great café break, this format fits.

Don’t book it if you want a totally relaxed walking tour, or if riding a moped makes you nervous. Also budget for the extra 45 EUR cash for moped rental, fuel, and insurance—plan that before you get there so the math doesn’t hit you at check-in.

If you can handle that, you’re going to get a lot out of just 2 hours: landmarks like Diocletian’s Palace, viewpoints from Marjan Hill, and a coastal loop that shows Split’s layout in a way few other tours manage.

FAQ

When does the Tomos tour run in Split?

The tour runs every day except Sundays. There are two departure times: 7:30 am and 6:00 pm.

How long is the Vintage Tomos tour?

The duration is about 2 hours.

How many people are in a group?

The small group is limited to a maximum of 8 participants.

Where do I meet the guide and start the tour?

You meet at the Vintage Tomos tour garage on Ulica Ante Starčevića, about a 10-minute walk from Diocletian’s Palace in the direction of Park Mladeži stadium and Joker shopping center.

Is the Tomos moped included in the $23 price?

No. The $23 price does not include the Tomos moped rental, fuel, or insurance. The rental charge is 45 EUR per person, paid in cash before the tour starts.

Is the tour guide English-speaking?

Yes, the live tour guide speaks English.

Are there any rules about alcohol or shoes?

Yes. Alcohol and drugs are not allowed, and guests under the influence will not be able to attend. Open-toed shoes and slippers are also not allowed.

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