La Dolce Vita reigns supreme, and that philosophy of the good life carries over to the experiential delight of Italy golf vacations. Whichever region you visit, Italy offers some of the best golf courses alongside cultural experiences and world-class hospitality. Throughout the country, you’ll find championship courses including in Rome and the neighboring islands of Sardinia and Sicily.
The Molinari Brothers, Francesco and Eduardo, grew up at the Circolo Park Torino (Turin) Golf Club, with their success helping Italy host the 2023 Ryder Cup Matches in Rome at Marco Simone Golf Club.
As part of your European golf vacation in Italy, you’ll have the prime opportunity to experience Italian culture. Whether it’s a leisurely two-hour lunch of homemade pasta or exquisite local wines, there are days the back nine can wait.
For the serious golfer, the Lake District and the Piedmont region around Milan and Turin have the highest quality golf courses for a week or longer Italy golf tour.
Based on your unique requirements, Premier Golf can plan a luxurious golf vacation to Italy. Our experts can suggest the ideal mix of well-known locations and distinctive courses throughout Italy, all matched with quality accommodation, selected to suit your preferences.
“Italy is a dream that keeps returning for the rest of your life.”
Anna Akhmstova
There are some spectacular golf clubs and courses around the entirety of Italy, many with views of beautiful vineyards or the stunning blue sea. Each region has a number of both classic and new courses waiting for you to explore.
One of Italy’s most scenic regions and favorite playground of the rich and famous – Not to mention George Clooney.
You’ll find a week’s worth of challenging golf while lake hopping at Menaggio & Cadenabbia, Le Pavoniere, Garda, Villa d’Este and Castel Conturbia.
Surprisingly, golf in Florence dates back over 131 years, not quite as ancient as “David” the most famous resident.
In between art galleries and walking the fascinating city streets, experience; Ugolino, The current course was built in 1934, Poggio de Medici, a challenging par 73 design and La Pinetina, a modern Arnold Palmer classic.
Verdura – The 5* Star Rocco Forte Resort features two Kyle Phillips designed courses – the West and the East.
The East has been recognized by Golf World (UK) as the No.1 course in Italy.
The best area to combine championship golf and all the pleasures of the Italian lifestyle – fashion, food, wine and art.
Championship courses include: Le Robinie, Royal Park Roveri, Circolo Park Torino, Biella Le Betuille, Carimate, Borromees, Bogogno.
Circolo Golf Venezia – Henry Ford was staying across the street from the Venice Tennis Club, when one morning he fancied a round of golf.
When Mr. Ford was informed there was no golf on Lido or in the Venetian lagoon, he enlisted the services of Bobby Cruikshank and the Circolo Golf Venice was born. Located on the site of a former Hapsburg fort, rumored to be the site of the first meeting between Hitler and Mussolini.
Pevero – Designed by the legendary Robert Trent Jones, Sr. the course has been named among the Top 50 in the World by Golf Magazine.
Castiglion del Bosco – come for the golf, stay for the wine and truffle-themed meals.
At a five-star Rosewood Resort on one of Tuscany’s oldest estates and renowned vineyards.
A historical Florence golf club was established in 1889, four years before the first course opened in America, and that is when golf first gained popularity in Italy. It is one of more than 250 exhilarating golf courses in Italy and it is now known as Circolo Golf Ugolino.
Even devoted golfers might not immediately connect their sport with one of the world’s most well-known holiday destinations. While Italy is known for its wonderful food, magnificent wine, historic ruins, and stunning fashion, when the prestigious Ryder Cup begins in Rome in 2023, this will undoubtedly put the nation on the map in the golfing world.
The list of reasons you should visit Italy is endless. From the delicious food, renaissance artists, and cities, to luxury fashion and famous soccer teams. A day out in Rome to see the awe-inspiring Trevi fountain, Colosseum, and Vatican City is rightly top on the list for tourists visiting the historical city.
Golf courses in Italy are well known for their appeal and accessibility, as well as incredible variety. Italy is among the best in Europe for golf vacations and offers locations that range from the shores of Lake Como to challenging fairways in the shadow of the Alps. A golf package to Italy can be anything from a luxury trip with friends or family to a more serious test of your skill.
Italy is a buffet of natural paradise, and you can find anything from raw primal mountain terrain to calm sandy beaches and anything in between. Fortunately, this makes it easier to enjoy both the golf and the outdoor beauty prevalent in this country. In northern Italy, the Lake District hosts courses like Menaggio & Cadenabbia Golf Club, where visitors can enjoy lakeside views, boat rides, or take a walk and see the many incredible villas dotted around the area.
In the southern and island regions of Italy, golfers can visit Verdura Resort in Sicily and enjoy championship golf alongside Mediterranean beaches, perfect for a post-round swim or a nice Sicilian glass of wine and accompanying food. On Sardinia lies the Pevero Golf Club, carved into coast granite where golfers and holiday makers can explore crystal clear coves.
Golf in Italy isn’t just the courses, but the whole neat package of delicious food, modern culture, ancient sights, and a gorgeous and revitalising countryside. Starting with the Marco Simone Golf & Country Club, just 12km from Rome, you can easily venture to the capital to see the legendary Colosseum, admire some Vatican art, or even toss a coin into a fountain and take in the modern and classical delights. The nearby Parco Regionale dell’Insugherata offers woodland trails ideal for hiking or cycling
In North Italy’s Lake District, steamboat cruises around the region’s scenic waterways regularly, or you can take a stroll to one of the many charming lakeside towns near Menaggio & Cadenabbia and Villa d’Este Golf Club and enjoy the scenery and excellent food. Como town also offers some of the most picture-perfect lakeside villas in Europe as well as waterside cafes and artisan shops.
Further in Tuscany and beyond, Castiglion del Bosco and Royal Golf La Bagnaia, both near Siena, offer golfers the gateway to some spectacular countryside experiences, such as truffle hunting, wine tasting, country kitchens, or even a trip into Siena’s medieval streets.
For golfers seeking the ultimate Tuscan escape, Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco is unrivaled. Set on a 5,000-acre historic estate in the heart of the Val d’Orcia, this luxury retreat offers Italy’s only private golf club, designed by Tom Weiskopf. The course winds through rolling hills, vineyards, and cypress-lined valleys, delivering a pure Tuscan golf experience with breathtaking views on every hole. Beyond the fairways, guests enjoy Michelin-starred dining, a world-class spa, and exclusive access to the estate’s Brunello di Montalcino winery.
Based on your unique requirements, Premier Golf can plan a luxurious golf vacation to Italy. Our experts can suggest the ideal mix of well-known locations and distinctive courses throughout Italy, all matched with quality accommodation, selected to suit your preferences.
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Italy has over 250 golf courses, spread across scenic regions like Tuscany, Lazio, and the Lakes area.
The Italian Open, part of the European Tour, is the premier golf tournament in Italy.
Accommodations are typically included, and meals can be arranged depending on the chosen golf tour package.
Yes, Premier Golf offers fully customizable golf tour itineraries in Italy, tailored to individual preferences.
The best time to visit is from April to October, offering pleasant weather for golfing across the country.
Top courses include Marco Simone Golf Club (host of the Ryder Cup 2023), Verdura Resort, and the golf courses in Tuscany and the Lakes region.