Irish Life Dublin Marathon
25.10.26
Marathon
4 Nights
Guaranteed Entry
Ireland’s largest marathon with over 20,000 runners! Now significantly oversubscribed, runners are drawn to a fast, flat course that starts and finishes in the heart of the city, taking in Dublin’s historic landmarks.
Please note, this event is not available to residents of the Republic of Ireland.
Sports Tours International provides guaranteed race entry and centrally located accommodation in Dublin, along with extras like welcome drinks, shakeout runs, post-marathon celebrations, and more!
ENTRY & EXTRAS
Marathon Race Entry
£150
per person
DUBLIN MARATHON ROUTE
The Dublin Marathon route offers a scenic and historic tour of the city, starting in Georgian Dublin and passing key landmarks such as St. Stephen’s Green, Christ Church Cathedral, and the River Liffey. Runners then head west through the roads of the Phoenix Park, Europe’s largest enclosed park, before looping through suburban neighbourhoods like Crumlin, Terenure, and Ballsbridge. The mostly flat course is ideal for setting personal bests, with plenty of support along the way from enthusiastic local crowds. The race finishes back in the city centre near Merrion Square, close to the start line.
TRAVEL INFORMATION
Getting to Dublin
Dublin Airport (DUB): Ireland’s main international gateway, located about 12 km north of the city centre. It serves direct flights from across Europe, North America, and beyond.
• Bus: The Aircoach and Dublin Express services run 24/7, connecting the airport with central locations like O’Connell Street, St Stephen’s Green, and Heuston Station in around 25–40 minutes.
• Taxi: Taxis are readily available outside arrivals and cost around €25–€35 for the 20–30 minute journey to the city centre, depending on traffic.
Getting around Dublin
• Buses: Dublin Bus operates an extensive network covering the entire city and suburbs. Services are frequent and reliable.
• Taxis: Taxis are widely available and metered, with apps like Free Now and Bolt providing convenient booking options.
• Cycling & Walking: Dublin is a compact and pedestrian-friendly city, making walking a great option for marathon weekend.
WHY BOOK WITH US?
With Sports Tours, you never run alone. We’ll meet you at your hotel, escort you to the race expo and get you to the start line with ease. Join us for a 5KM shakeout run, meet fellow runners and celebrate together post-race.
INCLUDED IN YOUR PACKAGE:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- 2 or 3 nights’ accommodation at 4* hotel in prime location
- Meet & greet drinks
- Guided escorts to the marathon expo
- Pre-Race Briefing
- Comprehensive support from Sports Tours reps in your hotel
- Post marathon celebration drinks
Itinerary
DAY 1 – ARRIVAL IN DUBLIN
Please make your own arrangements to fly to Dublin and transport from Dublin airport to your hotel. Dependent on your arrival time, you could head to the marathon expo to collect your race bib, located at the Royal Dublin Society, Merrion Road. In the evening, join us for welcome drinks in the hotel bar, a perfect opportunity for solo travellers to meet like-minded runners.
DAY 2 – 5K shakeout run & expo day
In the morning, we are hosting a 5k shakeout run to get your legs moving pre-race day. Later, attend our pre-race briefing to ease any nerves and address your questions.
If you haven’t collected your race bibs, head to the marathon expo, located at the Royal Dublin Society, Merrion Road.
DAY 3 – Dublin MArathon RACE DAY!
Today is the day! There are 4 wave starts, fifteen minutes apart. Participants should arrive at their starting area in good time via one of the time zones. Participants should arrive prepared to run – changing facilities are not provided. Celebrate your incredible achievements with post marathon drinks in the hotel!
DAY 4 – DEPARTURE DAY
With so much to see and explore in Dublin, today you can sightsee before travelling home.
Accommodation
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WHAT PAST PARTICIPANTS SAY
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Toby
Newbury
As ever all the Sports Tours team were helpful, fun, approachable, patient, tolerant as they always are. Great team, lots of knowledge and experience.
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Darren Ewer
34, Manchester
The trip exceeded my expectations. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Sports Tours.
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David
London, UK
Great team: friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable.
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Jane
Wells, UK
Excellent from booking to the flight home!
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Mary
Bath, UK
This team was very personable and demonstrated a caring attitude for the runners. As a sole traveler I felt very welcomed, especially by Ian. He has a gift for the position in making runners feel included in all aspects of the trip.
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Keith
Wymondham, UK
I would gladly say the team we had went above and beyond what anyone would have expected they were with out a doubt exceptional
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Toby
Newbury, UK
Bent over backwards to make trip smooth and enjoyable. Super friendly and informative. Went extra mile (literally) in doing recce incredibly early on Sunday morning before emergency bib collection. We all knew what to expect at every step of the experience and as a result zero dramas (that I am aware of). An ace team of reps who all deserve special praise.
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James
Fort Wayne, UK
Wonderfully kind, helpful, encouraging, took the time to talk with everyone, and were great in their roles.
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Tracey
Crewkerne, UK
Lovely friendly group of reps
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Susie
Romford, UK
Not sure you can top the customer care and experience as it was amazing – as are all your events we have done! So much interaction from the team especially Sam who was amazing. Cannot wait for the next one.
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