Saint Domnius’ Cathedral
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Why go
- The walnut doors by Andrija Buvina, dated 1214, with 28 carved scenes from the life of Christ.
- The bell tower, 57 metres high. A staircase inside leads to a viewing platform over the city and harbour.
- The central relief on the sarcophagus, showing the Flagellation of Christ.
- The hexagonal porphyry pulpit to the left of the entrance, made by Master Mavro.
- The treasury, with the 6th-century gospel book Splitski Evandelistar and the Historia Salonitana.
Opening hours
Today08:00 – 19:30, 08:30 – 10:00Show all
Know before you go
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday to Saturday 08:00–19:30 and 08:30–10:00.
- Address: Ul. Kraj Svetog Duje 3, Split. Phone: +385 21 345 602.
Legends and hidden details
- According to legend, the icon Gospe od zvonika works miracles. It is kept in the treasury and was moved there from a chapel above the Željeznih vrata.
- Above the portal, a small sarcophagus holds the remains of Katarine and Margarite, daughters of Bele IV.
Services and visiting hours
- Sunday
- Regular Mass
Interesting facts2
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The cathedral is regarded as the oldest Catholic cathedral in the world still in use in its original structure.
Cathedral of Saint Domnius - Wikipedia -
A crypt below the mausoleum is dedicated to Saint Lucy, a virgin martyr.
Splitska katedrala - Wikipedia
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History
Invaders destroyed Salona in the 7th century, and survivors fled to nearby islands. The mausoleum was then turned into a church, its sarcophagus was removed, and relics of Domnius, first bishop of Salona, and of Anastasius were brought in. The medieval additions followed. The bell tower was built in stages from the mid-13th century until the mid-16th century.
- 4th centuryBuilt as the mausoleum of the emperor Diocletian, inside his palace complex.
- 7th centuryThe mausoleum becomes a church, and relics of Saint Domnius and Saint Anastasius are brought in.
- 13th to mid-16th centuryThe bell tower is built in stages, finished in the mid-16th century.
- 1257A hexagonal pulpit, a gift from Kolafisa, is made by Master Mavro.
- 1427Bonino da Milano makes the right altar, dedicated to Domnius.
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- TodayThe cathedral is the seat of the archbishop of Split-Makarska and still holds regular Sunday Mass.
Sources: Cathedral of Saint Domnius - Wikipedia · Kathedrale von Split - Wikipedia · Cathédrale Saint-Domnion de Split - Wikipedia · Splitska katedrala - Wikipedia · checked 26 Oct 2026
Questions and answers
What are the opening hours of Saint Domnius' Cathedral in Split?
On Monday, Tuesday and Thursday to Saturday it is open 08:00–19:30 and 08:30–10:00. On Wednesday and Sunday it is open 08:00–19:30.
Can you climb the bell tower of Saint Domnius' Cathedral?
Yes. The bell tower is 57 metres high, and a staircase inside leads up to a viewing platform over the city and harbour.
What is the address and phone number of Saint Domnius' Cathedral?
The cathedral is at Ul. Kraj Svetog Duje 3, Split. The contact phone number is +385 21 345 602.
Is there a Mass at Saint Domnius' Cathedral on Sunday?
Yes. Regular Sunday Mass is held there, so the cathedral is still a working place of worship.
What can you see on the walnut doors of Saint Domnius' Cathedral?
Andrija Buvina carved the walnut doors in 1214. They show 28 scenes from the life of Christ.
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