Museum of Croatian Archaeological Monuments 🇭🇷

Located at Meštrovićevo šetalište 18 in Split, Croatia, the Museum of Croatian Archaeological Monuments offers you an extraordinary look into medieval history. As the only museum in the country dedicated specifically to researching and presenting the cultural artifacts of Croats from the 7th to the 15th centuries, it provides a unique journey through time, highlighting the early medieval Croatian state between the 9th and 12th centuries. First founded in Knin in 1893, the museum moved through Sinj and Klis before settling in Split inside a purpose-built museum complex that opened its doors in 1976.

When you visit, you will encounter remarkable holdings that include ancient jewellery, weapons, and practical items of daily use. Additionally, you can explore numerous stone artifacts that once adorned old Croatian church interiors. A true highlight of your visit is experiencing the museum's famous collection of early medieval wicker, clay figurines, and old Croatian Latin epigraphic monuments, which stands as the largest collection of its kind in all of Europe.

It is a fantastic destination for anyone wanting to connect directly with the medieval heritage of the Croatian people in an impressive setting tailored specifically to showcase these fascinating treasures.

What to see at Museum of Croatian Archaeological Monuments

• Europe's largest collection of early medieval wicker, clay figurines, and Latin epigraphic monuments
• Stone artifacts originally belonging to historic Croatian church interiors
• Displays of medieval weapons, ancient jewellery, and items of daily use
• Artifacts highlighting the early medieval Croatian state from the 9th to 12th centuries
• A purpose-built 1976 museum complex in Split showcasing medieval Croatian history

Visiting tips

Be sure to look closely at the old Croatian Latin epigraphic monuments, which form part of the largest collection of its kind in Europe.

How long: 1-2 hours · Best time: Morning

How to get there & what’s nearby

Museum of Croatian Archaeological Monuments is easy to reach on Split’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Salona and Croatian National Theatre in Split. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Split travel guide.