TCS New York City Marathon 2023
TCS New York City Marathon
Starting out in 1970, the New York City Marathon has evolved from a local road race held entirely in Central Park to what is now the world’s largest marathon. One of the ‘Big Six’ Abbott World Marathon Majors, this race is certainly one to talk to your running club about!
The TCS New York City Marathon course runs 26.2 miles through the five boroughs of NYC. We are there to make your dreams come true and support you on your quest to run the big apple.
Marathon Tours & Travel is an official tour operator for the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon. Only tour operators that are part of the official TCS New York City Marathon International Tour Program have access to guaranteed entries. Get yours (without having to enter a lottery) when you buy the accommodation package with us!
Unfortunately we cannot sell race entry to full time residents of USA. US residents, who are members of our Seven Continents Club® can book here.
This is a high demand event. Availability is very limited. If you do not see any availability for your chosen package please contact us to add your name to our waitlist.
Photo Credits: Courtesy of NYRR
Meals Included
Boxed breakfasts on race morning provided, pre-race dinner
Guide
Guidance & support from our team
Trip Extension
Extra nights available on request
Accommodation
3, 4 or 5 nights in a centrally located hotel, close to race finish
Entry
Guaranteed race entry available
Celebration Party
Post-race celebration get together
Excursions
Orientation Run from hotel to include finish area and some sights
Coopah
2 week free trial for Coopah training plans
Travel Package Information
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Itinerary
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Friday 3rd November, 2023
Welcome to New York City! Marathon Expo & Welcome Reception
Make your way to New York and on arrival check into your hotel. We are staying at the Sheraton New York Time Square. Ideally situated in midtown Manhattan, the hotel is within walking distance from the expo, Central Park, Times Square and the main sights of New York, the city that never sleeps.
Your Marathon Tours & Travel team will be awaiting your arrival at our welcome desk in the hotel lobby, open from 12.30pm to 4.00pm. Hotel rooms are usually ready after 4.00pm; if you arrive earlier, you can leave your luggage with the hotel concierge and explore the city.
The TCS New York City Marathon Expo is open for 3 days (Thursday to Saturday) and will be held at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Centre which is free and open to the public. The centre is just a 30 minute walk from the hotel and there is plenty to see and do in the surrounding area so we suggest you allow time to collect your race documents, shop from the many exhibitors, listen to the experts and enjoy the pre-race vibe. There will be of opportunities to meet with your Marathon Tours & Travel team at the hotel to travel together to the Marathon Expo. For those who prefer to visit the expo independently, detailed directions will be provided in your final itinerary.
We’ll look forward to seeing you this evening at our Welcome Reception.
Saturday 4th November, 2023
Shake-out Run, Preparation Day & Dinner
We start the day with an optional training shakeout run through Central Park to loosen your legs. There is an organised race that takes place which you can choose to take part in. To register for and learn more about the Abbott Dash to the Finish Line 5K please see here.
If you didn’t collect your bib yesterday, please do so today. There is no possibility of bib collection on race day. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy, whether you’d like to do some shopping, see a Broadway show or simply relax ahead of the big day. Our pre-race pasta dinner will begin at 6.00pm, which is conveniently at the hotel (dinner is included).
Sunday 5th November, 2023
Race Day & Celebrations!
This is the day you have trained so hard for! Transfer from hotel to the start village and a boxed breakfast is included in your package. The Marathon Tours & Travel staff will be available in the hotel lobby to assist you.
Family and friends can travel by public transport or on foot to support and spectate along the race route or join our team at a cheer point on the marathon route. The Marathon Tours & Travel team will be happy to advise.
After the race make your way back to the hotel, freshen up, relax and gaze at your lovely new shiny medal… You worked hard for it!
This evening meet your Marathon Tours & Travel team, fellow runners and supporters to celebrate your achievement! More details will be given on the final itinerary (a breakfast to-go box will be included).
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Packages & Rates
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Marathon Tours & Travel TCS New York City Marathon Package Includes:
- Accommodation at Sheraton New York Times Square for 3, 4 or 5 nights
- Hotel taxes
- Complimentary use of hotel fitness centre and Wi-Fi
- Welcome reception (Friday)
- Orientation Run from hotel to include finish area and some sights
- Escorted visit from hotel to Marathon Expo & Registration
- Pre-race pasta dinner with guest speaker (Saturday)
- Breakfast box for runners (race morning)
- Transportation from hotel to race start
- Post-race celebration get together (Sunday)
- Guidance and support from Marathon Tours & Travel team in New York
- Packages are financially covered by ABTA
Why Book with Marathon Tours & Travel?
Guaranteed TCS New York City Marathon 2023 Entry at £499
With Marathon Tours & Travel you can buy guaranteed entry into this iconic Marathon if you also buy our accommodation package. Booking a package with us gives you a guaranteed place without the need to qualify or enter a lottery.
Activities Included
Join team Marathon Tours & Travel, we are there for you every step of the way to make your trip is a success. Optional activities with your fellow runners and our staff include; welcome reception, post-race celebrations, all of which are fully support by the Marathon Tours & Travel team.
Excellent Accommodation
You can’t find a better location than our hotel. It is ideally located less than one mile from the marathon finish on 7th Avenue in midtown Manhattan. Walk out the door to the excitement of Central Park, Broadway theaters, the finest restaurants and bars, world-class shopping, and so much more.
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Hotels
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Sheraton New York Times Square
You can’t find a better location than the Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel! It is ideally located less than one mile from the marathon finish on 7th Avenue in midtown Manhattan. Walk out the door to the excitement of Central Park, Broadway theaters, the finest restaurants and bars, world-class shopping, and so much more.
You will find free in-room internet in the newly-redesigned Traditional Rooms that are tastefully decorated with rich and soothing shades of brown throughout. The Hudson Market offers daily buffet breakfast and the Bistro is open daily from 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM serving the best burgers in town.
The Sheraton also offers a fully equipped health club (open from 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM daily), business center, multilingual staff,100% non-smoking rooms and facilities, Lobby Theater Desk as well as a Concierge Desk.
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Event Information
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Enter the 2023 New York City Marathon with Marathon Tours & Travel
The TCS New York City Marathon starts in Staten Island. We will take you there by private coach from our hotel and then ferry to Staten Island. After running 26.2 miles you are close enough to walk back to your hotel. No fuss. No stress.
RACE DATE: Sunday, November 5, 2023
RACE TIME: There are four wave starts for runners, preceded by professional wheelchair athletes, hand-cycles, and professional elite runners. Wave times will be available closer to the race date.
MINIMUM PACE/CUT-OFF TIME POLICY: Please visit the NYRR Frequently Asked Questions page for more information.
ORGANIZER: The New York Road Runners (NYRR) is the organizer of the TCS New York City Marathon. For additional details on this event please click here.
CHARITABLE OBJECTIVE: The Official Charity Partners of the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon will be added to the TCS New York City Marathon website when available.
COURSE: The TCS New York City Marathon is a 26.2-mile block party through the world’s most diverse city. It goes through the five boroughs of New York City: Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, The Bronx, and Staten Island.
CHECKED BAG OR POST-RACE PONCHO: Please visit the NYRR Frequently Asked Questions page for more information.
TEMPERATURE: New York City’s average temperature for early November is a low of 42 and a high of 57. Be sure to check the weather forecast before packing to make sure you are prepared.
GUARANTEED ENTRY PROCEDURE: Entry can only be confirmed when you purchase the Marathon Tours & Travel Package. There is a limit of two (2) entries per hotel room. Entries are limited and will be confirmed on a first-serve basis. Once your entry is confirmed with Marathon Tours & Travel, further instructions will be provided regarding your race entry. All runners must complete the online TCS New York City Marathon Waiver in order to participate.
ELIGIBILITY: Marathon Tours & Travel, an authorised tour operator, is required to offer travel arrangements in conjunction with guaranteed race entry. All runners must be 18 years or older on race day to be eligible for our guaranteed entries.
COURSE TIME LIMIT: In the interest of safety, and to allow streets and park drives to reopen as scheduled, the race course will remain open to all participants who are able to maintain a 13:45 per-mile pace (based on the time when the last runner crosses the start line).
Sweep buses follow the marathon route at a 6 1/2-hour marathon pace (about 15 minutes/mile) after the final wave start. These buses will transport any entrant who wishes to drop out to the post-finish area.
After the sweep buses pass, the city streets reopen to traffic. Cross-street protection, medical assistance, aid stations, and other services are no longer available. Runners on the course should move onto the sidewalks. The finish-line scoring stays in place until 7:30 p.m.
WAIVER: Every runner must sign the online NYRR Waiver. A link will be sent to all registered runners with a guaranteed entry from Marathon Tours & Travel.
NUMBER PICKUP: You must visit the Health & Wellness Expo to pick up your bib. Details will be posted when available. Visit the NYRR Frequently Asked Questions page for more information.
DIFFICULTY: Moderate – rolling hills with potential strong head wind
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Registration & Booking
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Conditions of Sale
Please note we cannot sell race entry without an accommodation package, and we cannot sell to residents of the USA.
How to book
To make your booking, click on the orange button at the top of the page, ensuring that you select the correct number of rooms and types for all members in your party plus all the required extras. When you book, we will require a deposit to confirm your place.
Payments
When you confirm your booking, we will take a deposit payment. Subsequent payments are taken automatically. The cost of the event entry is non-refundable.
Travel advice
Before you travel, check the ‘Entry requirements’ section for USA’s current entry restrictions and requirements. Advice for the UK is available here – USA travel advice
Insurance
We strongly recommend travellers to take out comprehensive travel insurance with sufficient healthcare cover, including cover for existing medical conditions and any activities you plan to do.
Guaranteed Race Entry
We are pleased to offer you guaranteed entry for the TCS New York City Marathon 2023. You can buy the entry at an additional cost if you also buy the accommodation package with us. Please note we cannot sell race entry without accommodation package and we cannot sell to residents of USA.
Race & Safety Rules
All race rules need to be followed.
Starting Pens and Bib Numbers
Although we are licensed to sell official entries for the TCS New York City Marathon 2023, we have no influence over the allocation of starting times and bib numbers.
Closer to the event we will send you a link which will allow you to complete the registration process for the TCS New York City Marathon 2023. Once you have finalised the registration process, the race organisers will allocate you a starting time and bib based on the information provided.
Credit card
All hotels in New York need a credit card imprint upon check in where a value is held and released when you check out. Any incidentals such as room service or chargeable extras to the room would be deducted.
Security Policy
Marathon Tours & Travel’s security policy requires that anyone staying in our room block must be registered as part of our package. If a registered client attempts to house a non-registered guest and /or invite them to attend any of our scheduled activities, the registered guest’s tour package will be forfeited and parties may be denied access to future tours. Please note that no exceptions will be made as this policy will be strictly enforced.
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Seven Continents Club ®
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