The best golf courses in Dublin
Our ranking of the best golf courses in Dublin
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Golf in Dublin
Here are some of the best golf courses in Dublin so you can start planning your next golf trip.
The Dublin region boasts some of the most impressive golf courses in Ireland and the world. With rolling hills and scenic views, some of the best golf courses in the region include Portmarnock Golf Club, The K Club and the Royal Dublin Golf Club. In addition to the golf courses, the region offers a rich history, culture and lively nightlife, making it a perfect destination for an unforgettable golf vacation.
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PORTMARNOCK
GOLF CLUB
Portmarnock Golf Club is a world-renowned golf course located north of Dublin. Designed by William Pickeman, the course has a legendary reputation, it is considered by many to be one of the most natural links courses in the world. It has been included in the list of the top 100 golf courses in the world on several occasions. In addition, its stunning oceanfront location and historic ambiance make playing at Portmarnock a truly unique experience.
THE EUROPEAN
CLUB
The European Club, designed by Pat Ruddy, is a stunning golf course located on the east coast of Ireland, near Dublin. With a length of over 6,700 meters, it offers a challenging course with strategically placed bunkers, high roughs and undulating greens. The course has hosted several major tournaments and is known for its natural beauty.
THE K CLUB
PALMER NORTH COURSE
The K Club Palmer North Course, designed by Arnold Palmer, has been described by many as the most difficult course in Ireland, a real challenge for the most experienced golfers. Home to the 2006 Ryder Cup, it is an impressive stadium-style course over 7,300 yards long, and is considered by many to be one of Dublin’s finest golf courses.
THE ISLAND
GOLF CLUB
The Island Golf Club is one of the most impressive golf courses in Dublin and Ireland, with a links layout that stretches along the estuary and between the stunning sand dunes. With a rich history dating back to 1890, this course is one of the most desirable courses in Dublin and offers an exciting challenge for all golfers who play it.
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PORTMARNOCK
GOLF LINKS
Portmarnock Golf Links is a spectacular golf course located on the east coast of Ireland. Designed by Bernhard Langer, the course offers golfers a challenging experience with its wide fairways, deep bunkers and challenging greens. Overlooking the Irish Sea, the course offers an unforgettable golf experience in a stunning natural setting.
ROYAL DUBLIN
GOLF CLUB
Royal Dublin Golf Club is one of the oldest golf clubs in Ireland, founded in 1885. This 18-hole golf course is located on a peninsula in Dublin Harbour, providing stunning sea views from many of its holes. It is a classic links course, offering a challenge for both novice and experienced golfers.
LUTTRELLSTOWN CASTLE
GOLF CLUB
Luttrellstown Castle Golf Club is a stunning 18-hole golf course designed by Tom Makenzie and Donald Steel. Located on the historic Luttrellstown Estate in Dublin, it offers a unique golfing experience, combining beautiful natural scenery with challenging water hazards and bunkers. It is a true challenge for golfers of all skill levels.
CORBALLIS
GOLF LINKS
Corballis Links Golf Club is a golf course located in Dublin In 2009, new holes were added parallel to the coast to increase the challenge of the course. The course, designed by Ron Kirby, has a length of only 4,624 meters and a par of 66, making it one of the shortest 18-hole courses in the country.
DRUIDS GLEN
GOLF COURSE
Druids Glen Golf Course is one of the best golf courses in Ireland and is known for its stunning design and spectacular scenery. Designed by Pat Ruddy and Tom Craddock, the course features 18 holes, and has hosted numerous major golf tournaments. Players enjoy an exciting course through valleys and forests.
COUNTY LOUTH
GOLF CLUB
County Louth Golf Club, also known as Baltray, is a golf course located on the east coast of Ireland, about 80 km north of Dublin. Designed by legendary golf course architect Tom Simpson, the course features 18 holes and is 6,942 yards long from the back tees. Known for its challenging undulating terrain and deep bunkers.
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POWERSCOURT
GOLF CLUB
EAST COURSE
Powerscourt Golf Club East Course was designed by the brilliant golf architect Peter McEvoy, who skillfully incorporated the natural surroundings into the layout. One of the course’s distinctive features is its undulating, contoured greens. It was named in 2014 the best course in Ireland.
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Frequently asked questions about golf courses in Scotland
How many golf courses are there in Dublin?
Within the boundaries of the region you will find more than 30 courses, including links, parklands, historic clubs and championship courses.
What is the best golf course in Dublin?
It is difficult to choose the “best” golf course in Ireland, as there are so many amazing golf courses and each has its own unique beauty and challenges. If we had to pick one, it would be Portmarnock Golf Club.
