Edinburgh Golf Breaks

Edinburgh is one of the world’s most famous tourist destinations, where culture and history ooze from every pore, and the city pulses with the amazing energy created by the clash of a multicultural population and an influx of international visitors. Well renowned for its lively nightlife, there is a diverse range of options, from traditional pubs to underground backstreet clubs, you will find bars and clubs around every corner.

Away from the hustle of the city centre Edinburgh is surrounded by natural beauty, much of which provide lovely backdrops for the courses in the region, head up Arthur's Seat for a breathtaking view of the city and surrounds!

Edinburgh Golf Courses

Edinburgh is surrounded by some of Scotland’s greatest golf courses, and can be the starting point for an amazing city golf tour. Why not add on some of the courses in East Lothian for an epic Scottish Golf Coast experience.

The inner city, while densely populated, is studded with superb courses like Bruntsfield Links and Ratho Park, while the easy access to East Lothian opens up a world of golfing legends – Gullane, Muirfield, Craigielaw and Luffness are but a few of the most sought after names.

Our guide to playing the best golf courses around Edinburgh.

Dalmahoy, Edinburgh

Bruntsfield Links, Edinburgh

Royal Musselburgh Golf Club, Edinburgh

Ratho Park Golf Club, Edinburgh

Best Courses in Edinburgh

Bruntsfield Links

Edinburgh

History dating back to 1761
Originally designed by Willie Park Jnr, later modified by Dr Alister MacKenzie and James Braid
Open Qualifying venue for the Open Championship since 2011

Royal Musselburgh Golf Club

Prestonpans, East Lothian

6th oldest course in the world
Home to the oldest trophy still being competed for, The Old Cup dates back to 1774
The course is parkland in style, playing 6,200 yards

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club

Kirknewton, Edinburgh

Host venue to the Solheim Cup and Scottish PGA Championships in recent years
36 hole venue, The Championship East Course and the Resort West Course
Luxury on site accommodation with leisure facilities

Ratho Park Golf Club

Ratho, Edinburgh

Designed by James Braid, the course is wonderful parkland layout
At only 6,003 yards, the par 69 has precedence on accuracy and strategy
Clubhouse is a beautiful Grade I listed mansion house

Where to stay in Edinburgh

The Scott Hotel

University of Edinburgh

Walking distance to Edinburgh's city centre and many attractions
Hotel building is an 18th century baronial house

Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club

Kirknewton, Edinburgh

4 star hotel
Set within 1000 acres of parkland, with two 18- hole golf courses
State of the art leisure and fitness facilities

Malmaison Edinburgh

Edinburgh

4 star hotel
Situated on the banks of the Forth in Leith
Rooms are all individually designed, luxurious styled

Things to do in Edinburgh off the course

Nightlife

Well renowned for its vibrant and lively nightlife, there is a great mix of bars, clubs, pubs and more!

Monkey Barrel (Comedy Club)
Panda & Sons (Cocktail Bar)
Captains Bar (Live Music Bar)
Whiski Bar & Restaurant (Whiskey Bar)
The Jazz Bar (Live Music Bar)

Restaurants

Scotland's capital city boasts a wide array of culinary delights, eating out in Edinburgh has enough to appeal to everyone

Number one at The Balmoral (Michelin Star Fine Dining)
Miller & Carter Steakhouse (Steakhouse)
@Pizza (Italian)
Chizuru Tei (Japanese)
The Light House (Seafood)
Pataka (Indian)

Activities

Edinburgh has a host of things to do off the course, the city is steeped in history, Edinburgh Castle and Arthur's Seat are ones not to be missed

Edinburgh Castle (Local History)
Arthur's Seat (Scenic Walk)
Royal Yacht Britannia (Local History)
Edinburgh Old Town (Shopping)
The Scotch Whisky Experience (Tour)
National Museum of Scotland (Local History)