Discover Marathon’s historic sites and scenic beach on a half-day private tour from Athens. Skip the train and explore with ease.
Discover Marathon’s historic sites and scenic beach on a half-day private tour from Athens. Skip the train and explore with ease.
- Marathon Tomb - Begin your day with a drive to the Marathon area, known for the starting point of the annual Marathon run and the site of one of the most historic ancient Greek battles 2500 years ago. Travel approximately 30 km (19 miles) northeast of Athens, near the Aegean Sea. Explore the Marathon battle tomb site, where a guide will take you…
- Marathon Tomb - Begin your day with a drive to the Marathon area, known for the starting point of the annual Marathon run and the site of one of the most historic ancient Greek battles 2500 years ago. Travel approximately 30 km (19 miles) northeast of Athens, near the Aegean Sea. Explore the Marathon battle tomb site, where a guide will take you around the tumulus of the Greek soldiers buried there after their victorious battle against the Persian troops in 490 B.C. Learn more about this pivotal battle, whose significance is still taught in schools worldwide.
- Marathon Lake - Conclude the morning tour by visiting the renowned Marathon Lake, featuring an impressive marble dam built in 1929. The lake was the main water source for Athenian citizens until 1959. Stroll along the dam for a breathtaking view and enjoy a lunch break at the local café by the lake. Return to Athens through scenic green landscapes.
- Marathon - Continue the private tour to the archaeological site of Marathon, where you will visit the Tumulus of the Athenians, which holds the remains of around two hundred Athenians who fell in the battle of Marathon. The next significant site is the trophy of Marathon, a replica of the original trophy erected by the Athenians to commemorate their victory.
- Archaeological Museum of Marathon - The next stop is the Archaeological Museum of Marathon. The museum features five thematic exhibition rooms, a patio, and a large storage basement. Its collections, sourced from local excavations, include items from the Neolithic period to the late Roman era, with the most famous being from the Tomb of the Athenians and the prehistoric burial grounds.
- Marathon Beach - Marathon Bay is the exact location where the Persians camped.
- Private transportation
- Admission tickets only if you select the option: Admission tickets included
- Professional drivers with deep knowledge of history (not licensed to accompany you in any site)
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Liability insurance per person
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Transportation with MiniVan or Mercedes Benz or Scoda…
- Private transportation
- Admission tickets only if you select the option: Admission tickets included
- Professional drivers with deep knowledge of history (not licensed to accompany you in any site)
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Liability insurance per person
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Transportation with MiniVan or Mercedes Benz or Scoda Fabia(2023)
- Hotel/ airport/ port / Airbnb pickup and drop-off
- The guide driver is not a licensed tour guide to accompany you at any site/museum.
- The guide driver is not a licensed tour guide to accompany you at any site/museum.
Marathon ranks among the best day trips from Athens, though public transportation can take hours to get there. Avoid the inconvenience of the train with this half-day driving tour, allowing ample time to explore all the renowned sites, from the Battle of Marathon location to the Marathon Run Museum. The tour also includes a visit to the Athens stadium,…
Marathon ranks among the best day trips from Athens, though public transportation can take hours to get there. Avoid the inconvenience of the train with this half-day driving tour, allowing ample time to explore all the renowned sites, from the Battle of Marathon location to the Marathon Run Museum. The tour also includes a visit to the Athens stadium, marking the end of Pheidippides’ historic marathon run in 490 BC. Additionally, enjoy a visit to Marathon Beach, known for its lush scenery and crystal-clear waters.
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity
- The driving from Athens to Marathon is at least 1 hour.
- Total duration includes travel time
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.