Run Rome The Marathon is one of Europe's most scenic urban marathons, taking you past ancient Roman ruins, Renaissance palaces, and baroque fountains. The course runs past the Colosseum, St. Peter's Basilica, Piazza Venezia, the Vittoriano, and Circo Massimo. Registration is first-come, first-served with tiered pricing. Early registrants get the best rates. Unlike many marathons, Rome allows entry transfers for a small fee.
For official entry and all details, head to the Run Rome The Marathon website.
Key Dates
- Race Day: Mar 14, 2027
- Registration Window: Open until full
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How to Enter the Rome Marathon
1. General Registration (First-Come, First-Served)
Register on the official website. Tiered pricing starting from €89 (early bird). Prices increase as each quota fills, up to €139+. No qualifying time needed.
2. Transfers
Unlike most marathons, Rome allows bib transfers for a €30 fee. This makes it easier to plan. If you can't run, you can transfer to another runner.
3. Charity/Team Entries
Group entries and charity spots available.
The Course
Course starting from the Fori Imperiali, with the Colosseum at your back. Runs past Piazza Venezia and the Vittoriano, skims the Circus Maximus, follows the Tiber, and passes Castel Sant'Angelo on the way to Viale della Conciliazione and St. Peter's Basilica.
Mostly flat with a few cobblestone sections. March weather is mild (8-16°C / 46-61°F).
Missed Out?
Spots for the Rome Marathon sell out fast. If you missed this year's window, you still have options:
- Charity & partner entries: Many races reserve guaranteed places with charity partners and official tour operators, even after general entry sells out. Check the official website for partners.
- Charity entries via Realbuzz: Rome's official charity platform offers guaranteed places after the sell-out.
- Run4Rome relay: The official charity relay lets a team of four cover the marathon distance in legs of 11 km, 12.5 km, 8 km and 10.695 km even when solo bibs are gone.
- Try a similar race: Check the related races below for marathons with similar entry types, dates, or locations.
- Be ready next year: Set up a BibsAlert so you don't miss the moment registration opens.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I transfer my bib?
Yes! Rome allows transfers for a €30 fee. The deadline is typically 2-3 weeks before race day.
Are there cobblestones on the course?
Some sections have cobblestones (sampietrini), particularly near historic sites. Most of the course is on regular road surface.
Is Rome a fast course?
The course is mostly flat and can produce good times, but some cobblestone sections and tight turns may slow you slightly compared to purpose-built fast courses like Berlin.
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Looking Ahead
If registration for the current edition is sold out, the next edition typically opens in spring. Since it's first-come, first-served, registering early gets the best price.
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