How to Get to Marjan Hill Viewpoint | Hiking Marjan Hill Split, Croatia

The Marjan Hill hike is an absolutely must-do while in Split, Croatia. It is located in the popular Marjan Park to the West of Split and one of the best views of the city and Adriatic Sea is by hiking Marjan Hill in Split.

After doing the hike myself I thought I’d write a guide to help others so you don’t miss these great views. Read on for how to get to Marjan Hill viewpoint!

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About Marjan Hill Croatia / FAQs

  • Where is Marjan Hill Split Croatia? To the West of Split is the large Marjan Hill park which is a forested park to enjoy scenic viewpoints, botanical gardens, jogging/walking trails and picnic spots.
  • Is there Marjan Park parking? Next to the Riva in Split is car park spaces where you can park before starting this route. There is a road that leads to the top of the hill so you can drive a car or bike to the top too.

  • What is the Marjan Hill hike time? This Marjan Hill walking route will take about 25/30 minutes to get from the bottom to the top but allow yourself 40/45 minutes each way for comfort as it’s fairly steep.

  • What is the Marjan Hill restaurant called? Konoba Marjan.

  • How to get to Marjan viewpoint Split? Read on for the step by step guide.
Image of sunset through the trees and path at the top of Marjan Hill viewpoint
Image of sunset over the cross at Marjan Hill hike in Split

Split Marjan Hill

This is one of the best places for hiking near Split Croatia Old Town and you get amazing views at the top. Located in Marjan Park Split is home to hills and this is a fairly easy hike for all levels of fitness.

See Marjan Park on Google Maps Split Croatia here:

Step by Step Guide for How To Get To Marjan Hill Viewpoint

These are my detailed instructions to reach the Marjan Hill Split viewpoint.

Address for starting point:

1. Start at this sign

Image of Marjan Hill hike starting point with sign to the right saying Marjan Park and white building to the left with steps in centre. Split

2. Walk up the steps

3. Get to the restaurant and here you can see some views over Split

4. Find this hill with brown fences and walk through and to the top

Image of brown fences at the start of the hill to walk to the viewpoint in Marjan Park
Views from the hill over Split on Marjan Hill hike

5. You come to St Nicholas Church which looks like this:

Image of St Nicholas Church in the background with stones in front in Marjan Park

6. Stay to the right hand side of the church and turn right

7. Follow these steps all the way up and around to the top

Steps in Marjan Park next to St Nicholas Church in Marjan Park for the hike to the viewpoint

8. You’ll see this sign at the top:

Image of the Marjan sign at the top of the first steps in Marjan Park Split

9. Stay on the path and walk past it so it’s on your left

10. Then turn left at the kids park

11. Turn right and keep going on the same path

12. At this sign for 314 steps, walk the steps to the top

Image of 314 steps sign in Marjan Hill hike in Split

13. You’ll see the Croatian flag and walk the last few steps and you’re at the top.

Image of last steps of 314 steps in Marjan Park Split
Croatia Flag at the top of Marjan Hill hike in Split with Split in the background

Walk around the area for panoramic views and enjoy the beautiful sunset like I did.

Retrace your hike step for step to get back down which always takes a bit quicker but look up because the views are stunning especially if the sun is setting and the colours over the city are so pretty.

Top Reasons for Hiking Marjan Hill Split

  • It is so peaceful at the top.

  • You get the best views of the city.

  • You can hear the occasional Abba song coming from the passing boats on their way to Mamma Mia locations!

  • There are spots to watch the sunrise,

  • And spots to see the gorgeous Marjan Hill sunset.

  • It is a break from the harbour/ocean/city vibe of Split.

  • Hiking to the top of somewhere is always a great feeling!
Image of the cross at the top of Marjan Hill hike in Marjan Park Split Croatia
Sunset colours over Split on the hike back down from Marjan Park

Did you follow my guide? If so, let me know if you found it helpful 🙂

Alternatively, join a tour to see the hill:

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