THE HOME OF GOLF
Scotland is a haven for all golf enthusiasts, with Scotland golf courses attracting players from every part of the world. The challenging natural landscapes are set against stunningly beautiful backdrops, creating an environment that was simply made for teeing off.
Known as the home of golf – mainly thanks to St Andrews Golf Courses – Scotland golf offers multiple Open rota courses, historic landmarks, and a vibrant culture steeped in tradition.
Premier Golf has been arranging golf tours to Scotland since 1988 and with a full-time office in the country and close relationships with ground handlers, you will be well looked after when booking a trip through us. Expect to be greeted by a Premier Golf representative when you arrive in Scotland and begin your golf holiday.
Our golf travel specialists develop specific programs for each individual trip to ensure you get the most out of your experience. With direct flights from multiple US cities, Scotland provides an ideal golfing vacation.
Get in touch with our representatives to create your own custom luxury golf trip to Scotland.
7 nights & 6 rounds from $5,720
St. Andrews and Fife, the most popular region, is home to the Old Course, with the world-famous Swilken bridge on the 18th hole. Other notable courses in the area include Kingsbarns and Carnoustie.
8 nights & 7 rounds from $7,775
Ayrshire, in the south west of Scotland, is seen as one of the most historic and best-loved golfing regions in the country, and is home to Turnberry Ailsa, Royal Troon host of the 2024 Open Championship and Prestwick, the birthplace of the Open Championship.
8 nights & 7 rounds from $7,405
Edinburgh and East Lothian combines world class golf with a stunning city vacation. Courses include The West Links of North Berwick Golf Club, recognized as the 13th oldest golf club in the world and Muirfield, host of 16 Open Championship’s, 11 Amateur Championships and The AIG Women’s Open Championship in 2022.
8 nights & 7 rounds from $6,799
The Scottish Highlands, famous for breathtaking views, scotch distilleries, and Loch Ness. Located in the northwest of the country, the Highlands also offers brilliant courses such as Royal Dornoch, Cabot Highlands (Castle Stuart), and Nairn.
8 nights & 7 rounds from $5,505
North east Scotland has over 70 courses with prestigious clubs such as Royal Aberdeen, Trump International and Cruden Bay. Expect spectacular coastlines, dramatic mountain passes and top-class golf courses.
From organizing luxury Scotland golf tours since the 1980s, we know everything there is to know about golf in Scotland. With an office in St Andrews, our experts on the ground can provide local insights, and have a real knowledge of not only the well-known courses but the hidden golfing gems that Scotland has to offer.
The home of golf, Scotland is a lush, green land that will provide a once-in-a-lifetime experience for anyone considering a golf trip.
Any Scotland golf break will revolve around their world-renowned courses, many of which have won coveted awards. Scotland’s pronounced, natural terrain and windswept coasts make it the perfect, ready-made environment for a golf course, providing both beautiful scenery and a perfect natural challenge.
The International Association of Golf Tour Operators Awards saw Gleneagles win the Community Value accolade, and Carnoustie Golf Links win the ‘Climate Action’ award in 2021. In the same year, Dumbarnie Links won World’s Best New Golf Course in the World Golf Awards.
During a Scotland golf trip, a round can be spent at one of the most famous courses in the world, the Old Course at St Andrews, with many an iconic golfing moment taking place at Swilken bridge. Great golf in Scotland comes in all shapes and sizes, with Trump Turnberry and Royal Dornoch among many more clubs providing near perfect playing conditions.
Wherever you choose to golf in Scotland, you will experience coastal links, windswept and natural shrubland, and fresh air in your lungs. When considering a golf holiday package, Scotland should be high on your list.
“I love the way the game of golf is lived and played in Scotland. I always have.”
Tom Watson
Experience the best of Scotland golf with our top three playable courses. Each course offers a unique blend of challenge, history, and stunning scenery, making them must-play destinations for any golf enthusiast.
Muirfield is renowned for its immaculate conditioning and strategic design, demanding precision and thoughtful play. As the home of The Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers, it offers a storied history and a challenging links experience, with consistently well-guarded greens and fairways.
The Ailsa course at Trump Turnberry is famed for its breathtaking coastal views and iconic lighthouse. Redesigned by Martin Ebert, the course features challenging bunkers, undulating greens, and dramatic seaside holes, providing a thrilling and picturesque golfing experience.
Carnoustie is known as one of the toughest links courses in the world, with its famously challenging layout and the notorious Barry Burn. Host to multiple Open Championships, it offers a true test of golfing skill with narrow fairways, deep bunkers, and fast greens.
Read the rest of our top Scotland golf trip destinations that you can play.
Ann Mabry, Managing Director
When it comes to accommodations and where to stay, it can be overwhelming with the abundance of great choices. After years of spending time at several different hotels and resorts, I have found my personal favorites to be the Ness Walk in the Highlands, the Turnberry Resort, and the North Berwick Marine in East Lothian.
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There are between 580 and 614 golf courses in Scotland. It features major championship golf courses, including St. Andrews Old Course, Carnoustie, Royal Dornoch, Muirfield, and Royal Troon. Scotland is known as the ‘Home of Golf,’ where the game has been played for centuries.
Scotland regularly hosts major tournaments that include:
There are 5 main golfing regions in Scotland to experience. They include:
Scotland’s most famous golf course is the Old Course, St Andrews Links. It is the world’s oldest and most iconic golf course, with golf being first played there in the 15th century.
Between 1873 and 2022, it has hosted The Open Championship 30 times, more than any other course, with the latest hosted in 2022. It is the ultimate pilgrimage for golfers around the world.
Golf travel season in Scotland normally runs from April to October. June, July, and August are the warmest and most popular, representing the season’s peak.
The best time varies from person to person, depending on daylight, weather, crowds, and rates. Consider late May, early June, or September to avoid the peak season’s crowds, high season rates, and busy courses.
