Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2023

29th October 2023

Duration: 2, 3 or 4 nights Distance: Marathon

Launched in 1980, the Dublin Marathon is Europe’s 4th largest marathon and a global running event. 20,000 runners from over 60 countries will take to the city centre course on October 29th 2023. 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. Sports Travel International is the official Overseas Tour Operator for the 2023 Dublin Marathon.

Friday 27th October

Please make your own arrangements to arrive in Dublin and make your way to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you could head to the Marathon Expo to collect your race bib, located at the RDS (Royal Dublin Society), Merrion Road, open from 12pm–7pm. Head out during the evening and enjoy this vibrant city, taste the local cuisine and meet the locals.

You will be able to meet up with your Sports Travel International guides either at the Dublin Marathon Expo (where they have a booth). They will be on hand throughout your stay for advice and to make you feel welcome in Dublin.

Sunday 29th October – Dublin Marathon Race Day

The start is 9:00 with waves at 9:00 / 9:15 / 9:30 / 9:45. The start is at Fitzwilliam Street Upper and the finish is located at Merrion Square. Participants must complete the course within the time limit of 7 hrs. Participants should arrive at their starting area by 8:15 via one of the time zones. Participants should arrive prepared to run – changing facilities are not provided. Bring a black plastic bag or clothing you are happy to discard to keep warm.

Wheelchair / Cerebral Palsy – Starts 8:55
Wave One (sub 3.39) – Starts 9:00
Wave Two (3.40-3.59) – Starts 9:15
Wave Three (4.00-4.19) – Starts 9:30
Wave Four (4.20+) – Starts 9:45

The official Race Number must be worn on the FRONT and be visible to race officials at all times. The race numbers are coloured depending on your time zone.

Orange for the Sub 3.39 (Zone Entry via Fitzwilliam St Lower)
Green for the time Zone 3.40 to 3.59 (Zone Entry via James St East)
Blue for the Time Zone 4.00 to 4.19 (Zone Entry via Herbert St)
Purple for the Time Zone 4.20+ (Zone Entry via Herbert St)
You must line up in the assigned Time zone no later than 8.30 am.

Monday 30th October

With so much to see and explore in Dublin today, you have a day for sightseeing before travelling home. Alternatively, you can book extra nights with us if you would like to stay on a bit longer to enjoy this exciting city.

How to get there

AIRPORT

Dublin City is conveniently located approximately 10km north of Dublin Airport, taking approximately 45 minutes.

CAR

Taxis are available from the forecourts directly outside Terminal 1 & Terminal 2. Passengers arriving by taxi will be dropped off on the forecourt directly outside either Terminal 1 or Terminal 2.

BUS

Dublin Airport is accessible by over 1,000 buses and coaches daily, reaching many areas in and around Dublin and towns and cities across Ireland.

Please note that our packages are for runners who are resident outside of the island of Ireland only.

Friday 27th October

Saturday 28th October

After a hearty Irish breakfast, please make your way to the Dublin Marathon Expo if you didn’t go there yesterday.

Sunday 29th October – Dublin Marathon Race Day

Wheelchair / Cerebral Palsy – Starts 8:55
Wave One (sub 3.39) – Starts 9:00
Wave Two (3.40-3.59) – Starts 9:15
Wave Three (4.00-4.19) – Starts 9:30
Wave Four (4.20+) – Starts 9:45

The official Race Number must be worn on the FRONT and be visible to race officials at all times. The race numbers are coloured depending on your time zone.

Orange for the Sub 3.39 (Zone Entry via Fitzwilliam St Lower)
Green for the time Zone 3.40 to 3.59 (Zone Entry via James St East)
Blue for the Time Zone 4.00 to 4.19 (Zone Entry via Herbert St)
Purple for the Time Zone 4.20+ (Zone Entry via Herbert St)
You must line up in the assigned Time zone no later than 8.30 am.

Irish Life Dublin Marathon