Marathon Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Marathon Lake
Drone photo of pine tree forest next to the calm sea
Aerial photo of the pine tree forest in Schinias beach near Athens, Greece
Cute girl exploring the Ancient Greek temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion, one of the major monuments of the Golden Age of Athens.
the Marathonas dam at Marathonas lake near Athens in Greece. HDR processed; Shutterstock ID 234176272

Where to stay in Marathon

Find the best Marathon areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Marathon
Learn more about Marathon
Statue of Miltiades (Miltiades the Younger) the General who defeated with the greek Army the invading Persians at the Battle of Marathon in 490 BC. Bronze statue, Tomb of the Athenians, greece

Nea Makri

Nea Makri is well-regarded for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views, and you might also want to make a stop by Marathon Beach, a top sight in the neighbourhood.

Schinias

When in Schinias, you can plan a visit to Schinias Beach and Schinias Olympic Rowing and Canoeing Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Zoumperi

When in Zoumperi, you can plan a visit to Marathon Beach and Rafina Port, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Varnavas

While there might not be top attractions in Varnavas, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lake Marathon and Sesi Beach.

Marathon Town Center

Though Marathon Town Center may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Schinias Beach and Lake Marathon.

NLH MATI Seafront - Neighborhood Lifestyle Hotels

NLH MATI Seafront - Neighborhood Lifestyle Hotels

4 out of 5
37 Leof. Posidonos, Mati, Nea Makri Marathon Attiki
The price is £88 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£88
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Marathon. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
NLH MATI Seafront - Neighborhood Lifestyle Hotels
Golden Coast Hotel & Bungalows - All Inclusive

Golden Coast Hotel & Bungalows - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Marathon Beach Marathon Attiki
The price is £164 per night from 18 Jun to 19 Jun
£164
18 Jun - 19 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Marathon. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (844 reviews)
"Over all our trip was pretty good coming from NZ as we meet a larger group of family here for a greek weeding. However as this place is mainly targeted at french we felt like second tier guests at times as many visitors don't speak english and are rather pushy and tend to take over, plus one staff ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026

Golden Coast Hotel & Bungalows - All Inclusive
Zeus Essence Ramada by Wyndham Athens

Zeus Essence Ramada by Wyndham Athens

5 out of 5
55-57 Poseidonos Avenue Marathon Attiki
The price is £160 per night from 19 Jun to 20 Jun
£160
19 Jun - 20 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Marathon. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (475 reviews)
"Très beau site. Chambre confortable."

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026

Zeus Essence Ramada by Wyndham Athens
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Athens Studios

Athens Studios

3A Veikou St Athens Attiki
Stay at this aparthotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,441 reviews)
"The location was great for dining and site seeing. Breakfast was great and convenient. The staff was friendly and helpful. The elevator was extremely small and parking is extremely limited. Taxi had to block traffic to pick us up and drop us off. Overall we had a good experience."

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026

Athens Studios
DOMIOS Suites Athens

DOMIOS Suites Athens

4 Sofokleous Athens
Stay at this aparthotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, slippers and climate control. Popular attractions Syntagma Square and Acropolis are located nearby.
DOMIOS Suites Athens
Peri's Hotel

Peri's Hotel

2 out of 5
Sarantaporou St. & Vas. Margeti St. Spata-Artemida Attica
Stay at this aparthotel in Spata-Artemida. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,106 reviews)
"Trust the negative reviews. This was one of the dirtiest lodgings I have ever stayed in. Cockroaches everywhere, hair on the sheets and just unhygienic. Poor customer service. Would NOT recommend."

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026

Peri's Hotel
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Stay near popular Marathon attractions

Monastery of Saint Ephraim

4.0/5 (13 reviews)
This sacred Greek Orthodox site houses Saint Ephraim's relics and the mulberry tree of his martyrdom. Visitors find spiritual solace amid Byzantine iconography while nuns guide pilgrims through the peaceful grounds.
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Cities near Marathon

Athens

Athens

A rocky coastline with clear turquoise waters and a sandy beach.

Mati

protection preservation and enhancement of the great retaining wall and the votive podestals at the sanctuary of Amphiaraus of Oropos Greece.

Oropos

Theatre of Dionysus, Athens, Greece

Dionysos

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