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Marathon Battlefield Half Day Private Tour from Athens

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Overview

Marathon is one of the top day trips from Athens, but reaching this historic town by public transportation takes hours. Skip the hassle of the train with this half-day driving tour that gives you enough time to visit all famous attractions, from the Battle of Marathon site to the Marathon Run Museum. You’ll even stop by the stadium in Athens that marks the end of Pheidippides’ legendary marathon run in 490BC. In addition, we will visit the beach of Marathon with its green landscape and its clear blue waters.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Professional drivers with deep knowledge of history (not licensed to accompany you in any site)
  • Tickets
  • The guide driver is not a licensed tour guide to accompany you at any site/museum.
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Ermou
Athina 105 63, Greece

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What To Expect

Marathon Tomb

Start your day with a drive towards the area of Marathon, reputed for the starting point of the yearly Marathon run and a region where one the most historical ancient Greek battles took place 2500 years ago. You will cover a distance of approximately 30 km (19 miles) to the northeast of Athens, an area that borders the Aegean Sea. Visit the Marathon battle tomb site, where you will be guided around the tumulus of the Greek soldiers who were buried there after the end of the successful battle of the Greeks against the Persian troops that attempted invasion of the Greek continent in 490 B.C. Find out more about the details of one of history’s most crucial battles, the significance of which is still being taught in educational institutions worldwide.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Marathon Lake

Complete the morning tour by heading towards the reputed local lake of Marathon, with an impressive marble dam constructed in 1929. The lake served as the main supplier of water for Athenian citizens until 1959. You may walk along the dam for a majestic view and enjoy a lunch break at the local café by the lake. Head back to Athens while following a road through green landscapes till you reach the city again.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Marathon

We will continue our private tour to get to the archaeological site of Marathon where we visit the Tumulus of the Athenians, which shelters the bodies of some two-hundred Athenians who fell in the battle of Marathon. Next important site of your Marathon tour is the trophy of Marathon, a replica of the original trophy. It was erected by the Athenians to commemorate their win in the battle of Marathon.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Archaeological Museum of Marathon

Our next stop is at the archaeological Museum of Marathon. The museum houses five thematic exhibition rooms, a patio and a large storage basement. Its collections come directly from excavations in the surrounding area and include items from the Neolithic period to the late Roman era, the most famous being from the Tomb of the Athenians and the prehistoric burial grounds.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Marathon Beach

Marathon bay is the exact location where Persians camped.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Most travelers can participate

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Marathon Battlefield Half Day Private Tour from Athens?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Marathon Battlefield Half Day Private Tour from Athens?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Bottled water.
  • Private transportation.
  • Professional drivers with deep knowledge of history (not licensed to accompany you in any site).
  • WiFi on board.
  • Liability insurance per person.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Transportation with MiniVan or Mercedes Benz or Scoda Fabia(2023).
  • Hotel/ airport/ port / Airbnb pickup and drop-off.
The following is NOT included:
  • Tickets.
  • The guide driver is not a licensed tour guide to accompany you at any site/museum.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Marathon Battlefield Half Day Private Tour from Athens is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Marathon Battlefield Half Day Private Tour from Athens will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Professional drivers with deep knowledge of history (not licensed to accompany you in any site)
  • WiFi on board
  • Liability insurance per person
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Transportation with MiniVan or Mercedes Benz or Scoda Fabia(2023)
  • Hotel/ airport/ port / Airbnb pickup and drop-off
  • Tickets
  • The guide driver is not a licensed tour guide to accompany you at any site/museum.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • 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

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