Rome Marathon 2026
When you run in Rome, you run in an open-air museum!
This is a route that is unmatched anywhere in the world. With a start and finish at the Roman Forum, you will pass in front of the Vittoriano; then in Piazza Venezia, you will gaze upon the Circus Maximus and feel the breeze of the Lungotevere. From there your eyes will cast upon Castel Sant’Angelo as well as St. Peter’s Basilica. Other famous sites on the course include the Foro Italico, the Mosque, Piazza del Popolo, Piazza di Spagna with the famous Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona, and Via del Corso. Throughout, you will be engaged and enthralled!
We are pleased to offer a four-night package with recently renovated rooms at the beautifully adorned Starhotels Metropole. Within walking distance of the marathon start and finish, you will also find many Rome landmarks just a short walk from your doorstep. End your Italian getaway with a few nights in Florence, just 90 minutes north of Rome!
Travelling from afar? Run two races in one trip with us. Paris Half Marathon is the weekend before the Rome Marathon!
Run Rome the Marathon is an AbbottWMM Marathon Tours & Travel World Age Group Qualifying Race.
Meals Included
Breakfast served daily at the hotel
Trip Extension
Additional nights available upon request
Accommodation
4 nights in a centrally located hotel
Entry
Guaranteed 2025 Rome Marathon entry
Celebration Party
Post race celebration
Excursions
Half-day walking tour & wine tasting available
A Helping Hand
Services of Marathon Tours & Travel hosts
Travel Package Information
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Itinerary
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Thursday 19th of March
Arrive in Rome and transfer on your own by train, taxi or shuttle to the Starhotels Metropole. We recommend you stop by the concierge desk at the Starhotels Metropole to book any additional city tours. Tonight, join us for a Welcome Cocktail Reception and trip briefing. (Welcome Reception included)
Friday 20th of March
After breakfast, we will begin a four-hour guided walking tour of ancient Rome that includes a visit to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. This afternoon, you should plan to visit the Rome Marathon Expo to pick up your race bib and packet. More specifics on the Expo will be sent to you as the race gets closer. Enjoy the evening on your own. (Breakfast included)
Saturday 21st of March
Today is a free day! We recommend a tour of the Vatican or several other destinations nearby. Tonight join us for a pre-race dinner at a local restaurant. (Breakfast and dinner included)
Sunday 22nd of March
Race Day! The starting area of the marathon is only a 10-minute walk from the Starhotels Metropole. Upon finishing your race, you can leisurely walk back to your hotel for a free afternoon. Join us this evening for a group Celebration Reception. (Breakfast and Celebration Reception included)
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Packages & Rates
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Rome Tour | Four-Night Package: March 19 – 23, 2026
Features:
- Four nights’ accommodation at the Starhotels Metropole in Rome
- Breakfast daily at hotel
- All included taxes at hotel
- Half-day walking tour
- Welcome Cocktail Reception
- Pre-race Dinner
- Post-race Celebration Reception
- Services of Marathon Tours & Travel staff
“Experience Italy” Tour | Seven-Night Package: March 19 – 26, 2026
Features:
- All Rome Tour Features noted above
- Three nights’ accommodation at the Plaza Hotel Lucchesi in Florence
- Breakfast daily at hotel
- All included taxes at hotel
- Motor Coach from Rome to Florence
- Lunch and wine tasting at a local vineyard
- Half-day Florence walking tour
- Services of Marathon Tours & Travel staff
Not included in the packages above:
- International roundtrip airfare
- Airport transfers
- Gratuities and tips, unless otherwise noted
- AUD $167 Guaranteed race entry is in addition to the package price
- Additional rooms available upon request
Airfare:
Guests should fly in and out of Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) if you are joining us for the four-night package. For those that are planning to extend their trip to Florence please book your return flight home out of Florence Airport (FLR).
2026 Rates (all prices are per person and in AUD)
4 Night Rome Marathon Package - March 19 - 23, 2026Room Type Package Price Additional Night (On Request) 2 people in room $2,195 $303 1 person in room $3,499 $597 7 Night 'Experience Italy' Tour including Florence - March 19 - 26, 2026 - On Request OnlyRoom Type Package Price 2 people in room Contact Us 1 person in room Contact Us
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Hotels
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Via Principe Amedeo, 3, 00185 Roma RM, ItalyStarhotels Metropole
This deluxe four star property is located in the city center, close to many of the city’s famous sights and within one mile of the start and finish line of the Rome Marathon. The newly renovated rooms and suites are an oasis of relaxation in a bustling city.
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Event Information
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Enter the 2026 Rome Marathon with Marathon Tours & Travel
The Rome Marathon gives you the chance to run through history, soaking in all Rome has to offer along the way. Starting from Fori Imperiali, passing in front of the Vittoriano, you will see the chariot-racing stadium the Circo Massimo, before enjoying the breeze of Lungotevere alley that runs along the river Tiber. You will then take in the impressive Castel Sant’Angelo, viale della Conciliazione and St. Peter’s Basilica before finishing.
Race Date: March 22, 2026
Race Time: 8:30 AM
Organizer: Infront Italy S.p.A. in association with Corriere dello Sport S.r.l., Atielle Roma S.r.l. and Italia Marathon Club – amateur sports club, affiliated with the Italian Athletics Federation (FIDAL). You can find more information on the Run Rome The Marathon website.
Course: The loop course will start near the Coliseum and pass many spectacular sites such as Piazza Venezia, the Roman Forum, Piazza Navona and the Vatican. There is also a 5K fun run starting immediately after the marathon. Entry for the 5K can be made on site at the Runner’s Expo.
Temperature: The average temperatures in Rome are as follows: 9 am: 7°-8° C (44°-46° F), 1 pm: 18°-19° C (64°-66° F), 4 pm: 13°-14° C (55°-57° F). It is always best to check the 10 day forecast before you depart your home city.
Entry Fee: Entry to the marathon via Marathon Tours & Travel is US $TBC.
Eligibility: A medical certificate for competitive athletics is compulsory in Italy and must be valid on the date of the event and issued by the athlete’s general practitioner in the athlete’s country of residence. Athletes have to produce the original medical certificate to the Marathon Village at the time of the bib number collection. All runners must be 20 years of age or older on race day.
Time Limit: The course time limit for the Marathon is six (6) hours and 30 minutes. Streets are open to traffic and pedestrians in the late stages of the race.
Number Pickup: Participants must personally pick up bib numbers and race packets. More details will be shared as soon they are available.
Awards: Top three overall for males and females in the marathon. In additional prizes will be awarded to the top three male and female runners based on age categories. For all athletes residing outside of Rome prizes will be shipped to the address indicated on the entry form. Each runner will receive a medal upon completion of the event.
Difficulty: Mostly flat, some of the course is on cobblestone.
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Registration & Booking
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Conditions of Sale
Please note we cannot sell race entry without accommodation package.
How to Book
To make your booking, click on the orange button at the top of the page, ensuring that you select the correct number of rooms and types for all members in your party plus all the required extras. When you book, we will require a deposit to confirm your place.
Payments
When you confirm your booking, we will take a deposit payment. Subsequent payments are taken automatically.
Travel advice
Before you travel, check the ‘Entry requirements’ section for Italy’s current entry restrictions and requirements.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is an essential part of any holiday you take, and we highly recommend that you purchase suitable insurance for your trip. You must ensure that your travel insurance policy also covers you to participate in running events.
Security Policy
Marathon Tours & Travel’s security policy requires that anyone staying in our room block must be registered as part of our package. If a registered client attempts to house a non-registered guest and /or invite them to attend any of our scheduled activities, the registered guest’s tour package will be forfeited, and parties may be denied access to future tours. Please note that no exceptions will be made as this policy will be strictly enforced.
Race Rules
Our itinerary and details regarding the race are based on current information available at the time this package was released for sale. Whilst we expect the details to remain correct, changes are possible and will be confirmed nearer to the trip after the race organisers have confirmed final instructions. All race rules and procedures need to be followed.
Starting Pens and Bib Numbers
Although we are licensed to sell official entries for the 2024 Rome Marathon, we have no influence over the allocation of starting times and bib numbers. After purchasing your race entry with us, you will be sent a link to complete the registrations process. Please do not expect it immediately after booking – it will be sent when Rome Marathon sends the links to us. The race organisers will allocate you a starting time and bib based on the information you provide.
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