Talking about the world’s golfing capitals, Dublin isn’t left behind. Dublin, Ireland is rightly considered as one of the most visited golfing capitals. There is no question about this since Dublin is home to a number of imposing golf courses. As a matter of fact, five of Ireland’s best courses can be found in Dublin.

There are various types of golf courses in Dublin, Ireland. Golfers from all parts of Ireland and the world visit Dublin for some relaxing and exhilarating tee time. For tourists who wish to play golf in Dublin, they must book and make a reservation in advance to ensure they will be able to play. Here are some of the best 18 hole courses in Dublin, two of which are parklands and the other two are links courses:

• Portmarnock Golf Club

Part of Portmarnock’s tourist appeals is the golf club. This golf club is one of the most excellent links courses all throughout Ireland and Europe. The Portmarnock Golf Club is located just about 16 km. from Dublin City Centre. This golf club has been serving golfers from all parts of the world since 1894. It has already hosted several golf tournaments through the years. The Portmarnock Golf Club is the location for the Dunlop Masters in 1959 and 1965, Canada Cup in 1960, Alcan in 1970 and many more other tournaments including several Irish opens.

• Royal Dublin Golf Club

Another fine links course in Dublin is the Royal Dublin Golf Club. This golf club lies on an island in the Dublin Bay, just around 4.8 km northeast of the Dublin city centre. This golf club is considered as one of the finest golf courses in the world. If you want to play on this club, you need at least €120 for the green fee.

• Elm Park Golf Club

The Elm Park Golf Club is one of the most visited parkland course in Dublin. It lies at around 5.6 km from Dublin City Centre. This golf club combines the beauty of nature with the thrill of a golf game. To save some money, you should play at Elm Park Golf Club on weekdays. The greens fee for weekdays is € 80 while for weekends it is € 100.

• St, Margaret’s Golf Club

This golf club is another parkland course pride of Dublin. Just like the other golf clubs mentioned here, the St. Margaret’s Golf Club has already hosted several golf championships and tournaments. It has been the host of the Irish Open in 2004.

Whether it is for serious golfing or merely for a pastime tee, these golf clubs in Dublin surely complete any game. For excellent tee time, head on to any of these Dublin’s finest golf clubs.

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