Rome Marathon: running through the Eternal City

The Rome Marathon takes runners past ancient ruins, Baroque squares and the Tiber river. Few races in the world combine so much history in a single course.

Fun facts

• The start and finish are near the Colosseum.
• The route passes many famous monuments of the historic centre.
• Several sections are on cobblestones, so prepare your legs and shoes.

What to see

• The Colosseum and the Roman Forum.
• St Peter's Square in the Vatican.
• Piazza Navona and the Pantheon.

What to taste

• Cacio e pepe and carbonara, classic Roman pasta.
• Supplì, fried rice balls with mozzarella.
• Maritozzo, a cream-filled sweet bun for breakfast.

What to do

• Visit the expo to pick up your race number.
• Join the shorter fun run held alongside the marathon.
• Recover with a gentle walk in the Villa Borghese gardens.

💡 Tip: A direct train links Fiumicino airport with Termini station, and buses run from Ciampino. Fly in at least a day early and book accommodation early, because hotels fill up on race weekend.