Galería Mestrovic

Experiencia fantástica: Some fine sculptures don't forget to visit Mestrovic Church 200 metres down the road

Experiencia fantástica: The story of Meštrović by ' Olga and Ruža Meštrović storytelling tour ' is a fantastic experience. After you listened Meštrović story from his two wives perspective you will finally understand his art and motives behind it. Tour truly helps you to connect with art and the artist. Don't miss it.

Experiencia fantástica: Stunning buildings and scenery. The sculptures are incredible and there's a fantastic paper guide that tells you all the history. It's a good place to get away from the heat in the afternoon. Lovely grounds and very helpful and friendly staff. Highly recommended!

Experiencia fantástica: Impressive works. Mostly sculptures but there are some pieces of furniture & sketches. Beautiful view of sea.

Experiencia fantástica: Must visit in Split. Stunning sculpture works and lovely views of Adriatic sea

Experiencia fantástica: Spacious galleries with powerful and evocative sculptures.

Experiencia fantástica: Very nice museum. The garden is wonderful, peaceful with nice views of the sea and great sculptures. The building is great and some of the sculptures are very nice. I didn't like all those religious scary ones but that's my taste.

Experiencia fantástica: Artist had a distinctive style, and the gallery is located very close to the beach also

Experiencia fantástica: What a great experience, even during a storm. We walked up the hill, via Riva and the sea front, which on a a sunny day may be too taxing for some (take water or a taxi maybe). The grounds had some lovely pieces, and a real tortoise! We climbed the steps and enjoyed seeing more sculptures inside, as well as the rooms and a video about Mestrovic (one clip included him at work). The building itself is worth viewing from outside for the entrance alone. At the admission desk we were also told about the church over the road (about 10 more minutes walk). This was very tranquil. The wood panelling as well as views to the sea from the church made it worth the extra walk. If you have a Split card admission is half price. I do not believe there were toilets or a cafe on site.

Experiencia fantástica: You have to visit this place. There are a lot of beautiful pieces of modern sculpture.

Experiencia fantástica: Must see if you visiting Split.

Experiencia fantástica: Very interesting to see a contemporary of Henry Moore in Croatia. He sculptures are a cross between Henry Moore, Picasso, & Goya. It’s a beautiful villa he built and beautiful setting. It’s sad he was jailed by the Nazi’s and had to eventually leave his homeland.

Experiencia fantástica: Absolutely beautiful gallery which such amazing and friendly staff! It's worth taking the trip to explore around and visit the Chapel. The views from second floor are stunning if you've got the perfect weather.

Experiencia fantástica: Amazing, beautiful, gorgeous, fantastic. If you want to make good photos, go in the morning.

Experiencia fantástica: A must-see gallery in Split. It contains many of Ivan Meštović's art deco (Art noveau in French, Sezession in German) style statues and paintings. There is a highly educated, welcoming staff. You may take photos, but touching the marble statues is not permitted. The gallery was a summer cottage of the artist which he donated to the city together with the collection. During the summer months, the gallery is a background to many cultural events, such as operas and similar. There is a souvenir shop on the premises. With the same ticket, you may visit 400 m south west Meštović's 'Kaštilac' where he built a church. Within the church, you will find scenes from Jesus' life carved in wood on the walls.

Experiencia fantástica: Great way to spend an afternoon, go visit the chapel further down the main road too.

Experiencia fantástica: Great gallery to visit if you like sculptures. Mestrovic story is inspiring and his work is detailed and elegant. I would suggest to take a free leaflet from the ticket office from which you will get information about the artist himself and various sculptures. There is also a short movie which is shown on the first floor. If you are not in a rush, I would recommend to watch it.

Experiencia fantástica: Incredible. Short walk from town centre. Less than 15 minutes. Taxi driver quoted us 200 kuna which is four times the price it should be. So be careful. Our private driver the following day told us the price was way exaggerated.

Experiencia fantástica: Worth visiting, a quiet and peaceful place away from the city and mass tourism

Experiencia fantástica: Fascinating collection of Mestrovic's masterpieces, housed in a grand two-story mansion on the coast.

Experiencia fantástica: This beautiful house was the home for a time of Ivan Mestrovic, the great Ceoatian artist, and his family. He built it with galleries to show off his work and many of his sculptural pieces are on display here. The house is set in a lovely garden and facing the sea - well worth a visit if you are in Split.

Experiencia positiva: Beautiful garden and house with great art pieces but in summer it seems the place hosts concerts at night and the material for the show is taking all the space in and out… you feel you are visiting a work-on-progress site. No one to give you the pamphlet which is the unique element to guide you through the place… a great place but improvement can be made. 50K per person with entrance to the little chapel further west after the park where some scenes of Game of Thrones were shot.

Experiencia fantástica: this place is super cool! if you are reading this post, please get to know about the history of this gallery at their website. i will start with the floor, the entire place has marble floors. mixed with wood. air conditioning is great ☀️ the outside garden is beautiful full of sculptures. don’t miss out the balcony at the first floor. you can have great pictures there. enjoy!

Experiencia fantástica: I would rate it even higher if I could. Mestrovic is a world class artist, his works are timeless and full of emotions and symbolism. The best site to visit in Split.

Experiencia fantástica: Wonderful building in a delightful location. The museum itself portrays in good measure the art of the sculptor, without unnecessary details which could hinder the overall experience.

Experiencia fantástica: Loved my time there i was there in October 2019! And enjoyed it very much such a beautiful display of his sculptures all throughout the vast property which is done tastefully since these sculptures are huge !! I’m so happy I had such a wonderful two weeks along the coast cause five months later covid hit so happy I had a great vacation to hang on to the memories ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Experiencia fantástica: Some very nice sculptures organized and displayed with care. The staff were pleasant. Beautiful entrance with a perfect view of the water

Experiencia fantástica: The best destination, great service. My wedding shooting was amazing in galeria. Thank you!

Experiencia fantástica: The best destination, great service. My wedding shooting was amazing in galeria. Thank you!

Experiencia fantástica: If you are in split it’s must visit place, sculptures are amazing.

Experiencia fantástica: I love that gallery with a beautiful garden with many sculptures and an amazing view at the sea below. The gallery is neat and clearly marked. The sculptures are absolutely breathtaking. Entrance is 50 kunas per person with a possibility to visit a nearby chapel. Highly recommended.

Experiencia fantástica: A truly amazing museum housed in a equally amazing building with views to the Adriatic sea. Mestrovic is a majestic sculptor talanted and passionate as Michelangelo or Rodin.

Experiencia fantástica: Beautiful sculptures and marvelous place !

Experiencia fantástica: Beautiful sculptures and marvelous place !

Experiencia positiva: Obviously some of the sights in Split, even though I don't really get why that's the case. The sculptures are okay-ish but nothing extraordinary. So yeah if you're into that form of art enjoy. Gardens and view from the terrace are also quite okay. Also included in the entrance is a chapel some two hundred metres down the street to the left, which again offers beautiful sea views.

Experiencia fantástica: Fantastic gallery. Full of the works of acclaimed sculpter Ivan Mestrovic, all in what was once his residence. Amazing front gardens sweep up from the sea to an imposing set of stairs and column lined patio. Various sculptures of his sit in the garden and throughout the 2 storey house. There are also a few paintings and sketches. It is a commanding view from the patio entrance and also from the terrace up on the 1st floor. About 1.5kms from the old town, a nice stroll along the foreshore. Best gallery in Split!

Experiencia fantástica: Beautiful house! Breathtaking view! The work of art in bronze is of such detail that seems easy to make. A true master sculpture! It is also worth the walk to visit the chapel a few hundred meters away

Experiencia fantástica: I am not a fan of art galleries, but I really enjoyed that one. The most impressive thing is that this building was Meštrović’s “summer weekend house”.

Experiencia fantástica: I am not a fan of art galleries, but I really enjoyed that one. The most impressive thing is that this building was Meštrović’s “summer weekend house”.

Experiencia fantástica: An impressive & moving collection. A good environment for contemplation & inspiration. Highly recommend taking a couple of hours to experience it.

Experiencia fantástica: Great gallery. Girl dancing is my favorite statue.

Experiencia fantástica: Great gallery. Girl dancing is my favorite statue.

Experiencia fantástica: You can get lost in beauty of both this location and content anytime of the day and/or season. Unless you visit this embassy of world class sculpture giant IM you really didn't visit Split. Highly recommended spot on your hike/bike to Marjan.

Experiencia fantástica: Best museum in Split. Beautiful sculptures and away from the hustle and bustle of general tourists. There's also a beach right next to it, which is 100x better than the main one. Wish we had found it on the first day of our holiday!

Experiencia fantástica: Best museum in Split. Beautiful sculptures and away from the hustle and bustle of general tourists. There's also a beach right next to it, which is 100x better than the main one. Wish we had found it on the first day of our holiday!

Experiencia fantástica: Beautiful house overlooking the water with lovely sculptures

Experiencia fantástica: Astonishing! Definitely a place you should visit! One of the most talented and prolific Croatian artist's home turned into this huge, very well organized museum near the seashore. It was wonderful (re)living Mestrovic's most crucial moments and emotions through his beautiful sculptures guided by the well written museum broucher. Not much of a fan of sculptures in general due to being hard to make them expressive, this guy's work made me fall in love with it.

Experiencia fantástica: Not huge but a nice get away from usual Split things. Some interesting pieces. Has a decent cocktail bar out front.

Experiencia fantástica: Most beautiful villa and garden in Split. The works of Mestrovic are very special.

Experiencia fantástica: Great little museum, only 50-100 works. Not overwhelming and in a beautiful setting. One of my favorite museums of my 3 months in Eastern Europe.

Experiencia fantástica: I really appreciated the structure of the museum, and I loved the sculptures. Nevertheless, the lady who sold me the ticket was really not welcoming and not willing to give me the student price although I had a justificative for it... I really had to insist to get it... Fortunately the one who was inside the museum was very nice and helpful.

Experiencia fantástica: Take time and stroll among the sculptures inside the building and outside in the park. Remember they are 3D creatures ;)

Experiencia fantástica: Exquisite location and beautiful architecture, save enough time to take in all the breathing art inside.

Experiencia fantástica: Exquisite location and beautiful architecture, save enough time to take in all the breathing art inside.

Experiencia fantástica: Beautiful building, gorgeous location, extraordinary sculptures. A must see for sculpture fans. Coffee shop with a view of the sea.

Experiencia fantástica: Beautiful gallery showcasing the work of Croatia's most important sculptor. Bring your own guidebook as no audioguide is available. Grounds are lovely, includes admission to chapel. Well worth a visit.

Experiencia fantástica: Mestrovic granted this gallery to the city. Definitely worth the visit. Also go to the chapel that is included, you wouldn't be disappointed.

Experiencia fantástica: I would definitely recommend this gallery for visiting - it has a gorgeous garden and a view on the sea. The gallery itself is very nice - it was artist's home and workshop before he moved to the US. I especially liked this place because of a lady, who works there, she was very happy to talk about Ivan Meshtrovic, his life and his art. Croatian people are very proud of him and call him their Michelangelo. The place is not a top tourist destination, so you would have a very private experience. The entrance ticket to the gallery also includes a visit to a beautiful church with wooden icons made by the artist, plus some more places.