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A golfer plays the Old Course at St Andrews
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Scottish golf & the best golf courses in Scotland
With a legacy spanning six centuries, there is no finer place to play golf than the country that gave the game to the world. You'll be spoiled for choice on your golf break in Scotland with over 550 Scottish golf courses, including links, parkland and 9-hole courses. Scotland is also home to some of the world's most prestigious golf tournaments.
Golf courses in Scotland
Kinghorn Golf Club, overlooking the Firth of Forth
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Recommended courses
Scotland has more courses per head of population than anywhere else in the world! The range of Scottish golf courses means that whatever your level, you'll never be far from fairways and greens suited to you.
Golf accommodation ideas
Plan a fabulous golf break in Scotland. Why not try somewhere new? You might find a hidden gem...
Accommodation with golf nearby
Find the perfect place to stay and play golf in Scotland.
5-Star & luxury hotels in Scotland
Money no object? Splurge on one of Scotland's luxury hotels which are among the finest in the world.
15 Stunning golf hotels in Scotland
Discover stunning golf hotels in Scotland and resorts you can stay in.
Tournaments & events
Keep up to date with all the golf tournaments and exciting events happening in 2026.
ISPS Handa Senior Open 23 – 26 July
At Gleneagles, this edition showcases a venue famed for hosting the Ryder Cup, Solheim Cup and many major tour events.
Genesis Scottish Open 8 – 12 July
Set at the Renaissance Club in East Lothian, this Rolex Series event gives leading players a final chance to qualify for The Open and The Masters.
Alfred Dunhill Links Championship 1 – 4 October
Don't miss Alfred Dunhill Links Championship over the historic Old Course at St Andrews, Carnoustie & Kingsbarns.
ISPS HANDA Women's Scottish Open 23 - 26 July
One of the most prestigious tournaments in women’s golf returns in 2026 to Dundonald Links.
155th Open Championship 11–18 July 2027
The ticket ballot for next year's Open Championship opens June 2026 offering the chance to see the sport's original major at St Andrews.
Golf around Scotland
Browse our top golf courses by region.
The Highlands
Find golf courses in the Scottish Highlands.
Scottish Borders
Explore courses in the Scottish Borders.
Fife
Welcome to Fife. Home of golf.
Ayrshire & Arran
Uncover the many golf courses in Ayrshire & Arran.
Moray Speyside
Play unforgettable golf across the Moray Firth and Speyside.
East Lothian
Find courses and links in East Lothian.
Dumfries & Galloway
Explore courses in Dumfries & Galloway.
Carnoustie (Dundee & Angus)
Find links and greens in Dundee & Angus
Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire golf
Explore golf courses in Aberdeenshire.
Perthshire golf courses
Explore golf courses and links in Perthshire.
Orkney & Shetland
Explore golf courses in the Northern Isles.
More Scottish golf
From golf in St Andrews to stunning golf hotels, find out more about Scottish golf. Get the most out of your golf holiday in Scotland with these useful links.
Golf in St Andrews
Stay and play golf in St Andrews, The Home of Golf.
7 James Braid golf courses in Scotland
Explore and play James Braid-designed golf courses across Scotland.
Scottish Golf app
Get the most out of your golf in Scotland with the Scottish Golf App.
The 155th Open at St Andrews Old Course
The Open will return to St Andrews in 2027.
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St Andrews
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