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Top 100 Courses in the World 2025-26: Our raters’ votes, revealed!
Our 2025-26 ranking of the Top 100 Courses in the World is a celebration of the greatest designs around the globe.Latest
I took my 92-year-old father on a golf trip. Next stop: Boca Raton!
Why the window is closing quickly for international golf travel in 2027
The wildest green in golf? Scottsdale short course may have it
Why caddies come first at this Augusta area club | Destination Aiken
Styrofoam trophies? Inside the Augusta area’s most unpretentious club | Destination Aiken
The ‘lost’ MacKenzie course near Augusta National | Destination Aiken
Understanding Augusta National’s insane elevation changes
1 man keeps game affordable as high-end golf explodes around Augusta | Destination Aiken
Why the shortest World Top 100 course is long on fun
Shoreacres tips out at just over 6,300 yards, but the story of this great Chicago layout is more than just a tale of the tape.
How this 6-time major championship host site regained its luster
A 2018 restoration of Inverness returned the course to its Donald Ross roots and bumped it back up in the rankings.
5 most affordable courses in our Top 100 in the World ranking
Here is the list of the five most affordable courses in GOLF’s Top 100 in the World ranking. Among the courses is Bethpage Black.
The 11 most exclusive courses on GOLF’s World Top 100 list
Every course on the World Top 100 is worth playing. Not every course makes that easy to do. These are the 11 most exclusive on the list
Old to New: Sorting our Top 100 Courses list by year built
Take in the extensive history of our Top 100 Courses in the World list by browsing the course names sorted from oldest to newest.
How this dramatic Aussie course cracked our World Top 100 ranking
On a windy a site with stunning views, Cape Wickham offers a compelling combination of coastal scenery and strategic intrigue.
How Te Arai North cracked GOLF’s World Top 100 rankings
With fewer seaside holes than its sibling South, Te Arai North makes the most of its dramatic inland stretches.
Top 100 Courses You Can Play: Our staff’s 9 favorite spots
We recently released our latest ranking of the Top 100 Courses You Can Play. Everyone has their favorites — here’s our staff’s picks.
Why our Top 100 Courses You Can Play list still is so meaningful
Great course architecture thrives well beyond private clubs. A stunning number of superb courses — like these 100 — are available to all golfers.
State-by-state breakdown of GOLF’s Top 100 Courses You Can Play ranking
GOLF’s new Top 100 Courses You Can Play ranking for 2024-25 features 29 states in all. Find out which state has the most top public-access courses here.
Top 100 Courses You Can Play in the U.S. for 2024-25: America’s best public golf
Our all-new ranking of the best public golf courses in the U.S. is another reminder that great architecture is accessible to all.
Why this Top 100 course feels like it’s anywhere but Central Florida
For the last 10 years, Streamsong has been a major player in the resort golf game. But you won’t find typical Florida golf courses there.
Golf in paradise easily made this course my favorite I played this year
If you’re looking for an elite Caribbean golf destination, Cap Cana’s Punta Espada is the perfect place to soak in the sun.
Are you a well-traveled golfer? Check out our Top 100 Courses T-shirt
Wear this great conversation starter on your next buddies trip and compare your favorite golf courses right from the back of your tee.
Best golf courses in Wyoming for 2024-25
These are the best golf courses in Wyoming, according to GOLF Magazine’s 2024-25 ranking by its expert panel of course raters.
Best golf courses in Wisconsin for 2024-25
These are the best golf courses in Wisconsin, according to GOLF Magazine’s 2024-25 ranking by its expert panel of course raters.
Best golf courses in West Virginia for 2024-25
These are the best golf courses in West Virginia, according to GOLF Magazine’s 2024-25 ranking by its expert panel of course raters.
Best golf courses in Washington for 2024-25
These are the best golf courses in Washington, according to GOLF Magazine’s 2024-25 ranking by its expert panel of course raters.
Best golf courses in Virginia for 2024-25
These are the best golf courses in Virginia, according to GOLF Magazine’s 2024-25 ranking by its expert panel of course raters.
Best golf courses in Vermont for 2024-25
These are the best golf courses in Vermont, according to GOLF Magazine’s 2024-25 ranking by its expert panel of course raters.
Best golf courses in Utah for 2024-25
These are the best golf courses in Utah, according to GOLF Magazine’s 2024-25 ranking by its expert panel of course raters.
Course Rater Confidential: Asia-Pacific courses we can’t wait to open
GOLF’s inaugural ranking of the Top 100 Courses in Asia-Pacific is out, but what near-completed courses should we be looking forward to?
Course Rater Confidential: What should a first-time traveler know about Asia-Pacific golf?
When it comes to Asia-Pacific golf, what should travelers know about caddie culture, accessibility of courses, tipping, dress codes and more?
Course Rater Confidential: Top 100 Asia-Pacific courses we can’t wait to check out (and snubs)
The courses on the newest ranking our raters are especially keen to check out, and which ones are they surprised didn’t make the list at all?
Course Rater Confidential: Takeaways from GOLF’s inaugural Top 100 Asia-Pacific ranking
GOLF’s inaugural ranking of the Top 100 Courses in Asia-Pacific has put a spotlight on exciting destinations many U.S. golfers rarely visit.
Planning a golf trip to Asia, Australia or New Zealand? Here are 6 things to know
Planning a golf trip to Asia, Australia or New Zealand? Good idea. Here are six things to know before you go to make your trip a breeze.
GOLF’s Top 100 ranking of the best golf courses in Asia-Pacific, categorized by country
In GOLF’s inaugural ranking of the Top 100 courses in Asia-Pacific, one country stood out among the rest with 38 courses on the list.
GOLF’s first-ever Top 100 Courses in Asia-Pacific ranking will expand your bucket list
Our course raters created GOLF’s first-ever ranking of must-play courses beyond North America and Europe. What’d they find? Pure magic.
Southwest Ireland golf-trip planning guide: Best places to play, stay, eat
Thinking about a Southwest Ireland golf trip? Here’s everything you need to know about Lahinch, Ballybunion and the region’s other glories.
After 7 weeks of European golf, this hole stands above the rest
The 15th hole at Prestwick Golf Club is just 353 yards long, but it plays unlike anything our writer had seen before.
Dream 18: The ultimate routing of our Top 100 Courses in the UK and Ireland ranking
Exclusive for InsideGOLF members, we selected the best 18 holes among our Top 100 Courses in the UK and Ireland ranking. Start salivating.
The best golf courses in Scotland | 2022 ranking
GOLF recently released its Top 100 Courses in the UK and Ireland ranking. Here are the best courses in Scotland.
The best golf courses in England | 2022 ranking
GOLF recently released its Top 100 Courses in the UK and Ireland ranking. Here are the best courses in England.
The best golf courses in Ireland and Northern Ireland | 2022 ranking
GOLF recently released its Top 100 Courses in the UK and Ireland ranking. Here are the best courses in Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Want to play the best courses in the UK and Ireland? Options are endless
Whatever tickles your fancy, there’s a trip abroad to be had — one of the best investments you’ll ever make in your game.
Why the window is closing quickly for international golf travel in 2027
Demand is so high for overseas tee times that booking windows for 2027 will slam shut much sooner than you think.
The wildest green in golf? Scottsdale short course may have it
Most greens have hazards around them. The 4th green at a new course in Scottsdale has a giant boulder smack dab in the middle.
Why caddies come first at this Augusta area club | Destination Aiken
At Old Barnwell, in Aiken, S.C., a robust junior caddie program is part of a broader socially conscious mission.
Styrofoam trophies? Inside the Augusta area’s most unpretentious club | Destination Aiken
Just up the road from Augusta National, historic Palmetto GC is a club for serious golfers that doesn’t take itself too seriously.
The ‘lost’ MacKenzie course near Augusta National | Destination Aiken
In the Sandhills of South Carolina, between Aiken and Augusta, a cap-tip to a “lost” Alister MacKenzie course is taking shape.
1 man keeps game affordable as high-end golf explodes around Augusta | Destination Aiken
In recent years, as high-end private courses throughout the area, Aiken Golf Club has remained refreshingly unchanged.
Destination Aiken: Next door to Augusta, a UK-style club is taking shape
Jeff Warne is no stranger to exclusive clubs, but that’s not what he’s building at New Holland, a members’ course with democratic access.
I took my 92-year-old father on a golf trip. Next stop: Boca Raton!
What do you do when your soon-to-be 93-year-old father tells you he wants to take a golf vacation to Boca Raton, Fla.? You negotiate.Why the window is closing quickly for international golf travel in 2027
Demand is so high for overseas tee times that booking windows for 2027 will slam shut much sooner than you think.The wildest green in golf? Scottsdale short course may have it
Most greens have hazards around them. The 4th green at a new course in Scottsdale has a giant boulder smack dab in the middle.Why caddies come first at this Augusta area club | Destination Aiken
At Old Barnwell, in Aiken, S.C., a robust junior caddie program is part of a broader socially conscious mission.Styrofoam trophies? Inside the Augusta area’s most unpretentious club | Destination Aiken
Just up the road from Augusta National, historic Palmetto GC is a club for serious golfers that doesn’t take itself too seriously.The ‘lost’ MacKenzie course near Augusta National | Destination Aiken
In the Sandhills of South Carolina, between Aiken and Augusta, a cap-tip to a “lost” Alister MacKenzie course is taking shape.
Understanding Augusta National’s insane elevation changes
Augusta National is known for its undulating topography — but if you’ve never set foot on property, it can be difficult to conceptualize.Top 100 Courses in the World 2025-26: Our raters’ votes, revealed!
Our 2025-26 ranking of the Top 100 Courses in the World is a celebration of the greatest designs around the globe.
The defining trait of good golf-course architecture? It’s not length
What design elements challenge athletic people with well-grooved, powerful swings? What features get inside their heads? An expert answers.
Why is the Oakmont clubhouse green? Here’s what we know
The Oakmont clubhouse wasn’t always green. Historical documents suggest the change was made early in the club’s history.
Augusta National planned a 19th hole. What happened?
Avid golf fans know every one of Augusta National’s 18 holes. But what about plans for the long-lost 19th?!
Why this low-country gem was my favorite course I played in 2024
Nestled in the low country of South Carolina is Yeamans Hall Club. It awed me with its views — and unlocked striking memories, too.
The best 18 holes from our all-new Top 100 Courses You Can Play ranking
If you could build a course by taking 18 of the best holes from 18 world-class courses, what would it look like? We gave it a go.Top 100 Courses You Can Play in the U.S. for 2024-25: America’s best public golf
Our all-new ranking of the best public golf courses in the U.S. is another reminder that great architecture is accessible to all.
A weekend at Montage Palmetto Bluff: Inside a relaxing Southern getaway (and a tee time at May River)
Montage Palmetto Bluff, located in Bluffton, S.C., has elevated dining, loads of outdoor activities and 18 fantastic golf holes at May River Golf Course.
Top 100 Resort of the Week: Erin Hills
Erin Hills brings an Irish vibe to America with superb golf, luxurious, rustic-inspired lodging, a putting course, and so much more. Take a peek inside.
Golf’s 2019-2020 Ranking of the Top 100 Resorts in the World
In one of the biggest editorial projects GOLF has ever attempted, we culled the names of 243 rank-worthy resorts spread across North America.Latest Courses Videos
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