Golf enthusiasts will love Miami’s impressive selection of courses that showcase the region’s beauty and offer challenges to all levels of players. Here are ten of the best golf courses in the city:
Shula’s Hotel and Golf Club
Shula’s Hotel and Golf Club has been around for over 45 years. The club offers a diverse yet intimate experience with its golf course, hotel and dining amenities. The Senator course is known for its timeless style and exemplary title as one of the best in the city. The 18-hole, par-72 paradise is perfect for both experienced and novice golfers.
After a round of golf, you and your party can celebrate at Shula’s Steak House, which has been rated one of America’s best.
Trump National Doral
Trump National Doral is an iconic golf property with four exceptional golf courses, the best of which is the Blue Monster. Designed by no less than Gil Hanse, this course has earned a reputation as one of the most challenging golf courses in Florida and elsewhere.
The historic course features 7,590 yards of deep bunkers, rolling greens, flowing fairways and a testing selection of different hazards. Many famous personalities like Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods have had their fair share of personal triumph while playing the distinguished course, especially on the 18th hole. This course has been host to the PGA for 5 decades, making it a top destination for golfers.
Miami Springs Golf & Country Club
Miami Springs Golf & Country Club is the oldest golf course in the city (established in 1923). It has underwent renovations recently so you can expect it to be beautiful and well-maintained. The course spans 6,755 yards.
The club prioritizes player convenience with their stellar practice facility and driving range. It’s perhaps the only one that has night access in South Florida. You can practice your chipping or perfect your putting anytime of the day or night.
Normandy Shores Golf Club
Normandy Shores Golf Club is a golfer’s paradise with 18 holes of pure bliss on 6,805 yards of greenery. This course has a great history of hosting legends like Arnold Palmer, Sam Snead and Peter Thompson. There’s an on-site restaurant a pro shop and other amenities.
Miami Beach Golf Club
Experience one of Miami’s most beautiful golf courses at Miami Beach Golf Club, set between the Atlantic Ocean and Biscayne Bay. The course is perfect for golfers of all levels and you can book your tee time online.
Crandon Golf at Key Biscayne
Escape the city’s hustle and bustle with a round of golf at Crandon Golf just ten minutes from downtown area. This 18-hole par-72 course is one of the most beautiful and challenging in the state, and you get a tropical golf experience with its lush mangrove thickets, seven saltwater lakes, and challenging sand traps.
La Gorce Country Club
La Gorce Country Club is a prestigious golf course located in the heart of Miami Beach. With 18 championship holes designed by Jack Nicklaus, you can enjoy an impressive view of Miami Beach’s skyline while perfecting your swing. The club also has a top-of-the-line teaching and technology center for custom club fitting and golf instruction. You can also enjoy the club’s fitness center, lounge area and pool.
Miami Shores Country Club
Miami Shores Country Club offers a unique golfing experience on a course with majestic oak trees placed throughout gently rolling terrain. The club is known for its stellar golf course conditions, beautiful clubhouse, and ample event catering options. You can also enjoy lunch in their historic clubhouse, which boasts spectacular views of the championship golf course. Walk in the footsteps of legends like Joe DiMaggio, Bob Hope and Arnold Palmer.
The Soffer and Miller Golf Courses
The JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa in Aventura boasts two legendary 18-hole championship golf courses, the Soffer and the Miller. The Soffer is home to several LPGA and PGA events and is a challenging course with looming lagoons and crisscrossing creeks. The Miller course is shorter and focuses more on precision and accuracy. Both courses offer lessons and have qualified staff to help you improve your game.
The Biltmore Golf Club
The Biltmore Golf Club offers a taste of Europe with the grandeur and challenge of a legendary course. Designed by Donald Ross in 1925, this course has hosted one of the golf tournaments with the highest prize purses – the Miami Biltmore Open. Enjoy the Jim McLean Golf School or SwingFit club fitting with AI-powered technology. You can also stay at the hotel, savoring the course view while dining and relaxing in the spa and fitness center.
Here’s a bird’s eye view of the Biltmore Golf Club: