The world’s greatest marathon is a grand tour of all five NYC boroughs
Every fall, over 50,000 runners come to New York City for one of the world’s greatest races. This year, the TCS New York City Marathon will be held on November 3.
New Yorkers from Staten Island to Central Park turn out to cheer on loved ones alongside the best marathoners in the world. If you’re planning to attend, you’ll be visiting NYC at the perfect time.
Autumn in New York is a treat. The cooler temperatures make it pleasant to walk around. The city’s cultural institutions are in the heart of their fall showcases. And dinner reservations are more available than they will be around the holidays.
Global Air Charters regularly flies to New York City. Our long-standing relationships with the local airports and ground transportation providers will make your arrival a breeze.
Here’s everything you need to know about attending the 2024 New York City Marathon. Contact our flight coordinators to reserve your airframe for this magnificent event.
Arrival
There are several smaller airports around New York City to precisely tailor your arrival. We can fly to Long Island if you’re staying in the Hamptons, or perhaps Teterboro is a better choice if you stay in Midtown. Let us know your plans and we’ll recommend the right airfield for you.
The Race Route
The NYC Marathon begins in Staten Island, at the base of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge. Runners get a gorgeous starting view of New York Harbor and the Statue of Liberty.
The race then enters Brooklyn, taking runners through historic areas like Bay Ridge and Carroll Gardens. Fourth Avenue (Miles 4–6) is an excellent place for spectating. It’s one of the widest boulevards on the route, with ample space to stretch out and relax.
As runners make their way north, they continue through Williamsburg and Greenpoint (Miles 11–13). These neighborhoods are home to some of the best eating in Brooklyn. Get a slice of pizza at L’Industrie. Go for Thai dumplings and papaya salad at Zaab Zaab. Savor the legendary handmade pastas at Lilia.
The Pulaski Bridge (Mile 13), connecting Brooklyn to Queens, offers skyline views and another great vantage point for the race. Runners will then navigate through Long Island City before traversing the Queensboro Bridge into Manhattan.
Runners will get their second wind on First Avenue in the Upper East Side (Miles 16–18). The street will be lined with spectators and bars, making it the most festive stretch of the marathon.
After a short trip through the Bronx, runners re-enter Manhattan via Fifth Avenue. Central Park South (Miles 24–25) is our final recommendation for spectators. You’ll see the marathoner’s final push amidst the gorgeous greenery of the park. They’ll cross the finish line near Tavern on the Green.
Hotels Near the Route
For those seeking elegant accommodations in the city, we can recommend these two in the race’s final miles. The Pierre is an icon of the Upper East Side and one of the best hotels in town. The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park offers stunning views and easy access to the finish line.
Restaurants After the Race
We recommend heading down to Midtown for dinner after the race. Le Bernardin has defined fine dining in New York for the last three decades and seems to get better with age. Keens is the classic NYC steakhouse of your dreams. For a more casual affair, martinis and seafood at the Grand Central Oyster Bar is always a good idea.
New York City Marathon 2024
Marathon weekend is an ideal time to see the city. The fall colors will still be on display and the whole city will turn out to cheer along the route. Contact our flight coordinators to make your weekend travel easy and relaxing aboard our Gulfstream airframes.
