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Golf in Tuscany combines sport with scenery: courses nestled among vineyards in Chianti, by the sea in the Maremma, or overlooking Monte Argentario. The region boasts around two dozen golf courses, more than half of which are 18-hole. Here you'll find all the important courses by province and tips on the best time to play.
Golf in Tuscany at a glance
- Famous 18-hole courses: Ugolino (Florence), Poggio dei Medici, Castelfalfi (27 holes), Royal Golf La Bagnaia, Punta Ala, Argentario, Terme di Saturnia, Versilia, Cosmopolitan (Tirrenia).
- Gulf and sea: Punta Ala, Argentario, Versilia, Tirrenia, Elba.
- Golf and thermal baths: Terme di Saturnia, Montecatini Golf.
- Best time: Spring and autumn; play early in the morning in midsummer.
Golf courses in Tuscany by province
Province of Florence
| golf club | Location | holes |
|---|---|---|
| Ugolino Golf Club | Grassina near Florence | 18 |
| Poggio dei Medici Golf Club | Scarperia (Mugello) | 18 |
| Castelfalfi Golf & Country Club | Montaione | 27 |
| Montelupo Golf Club | Montelupo Fiorentino | 9 |
| Golf Bellosguardo Vinci | Vinci | 9 |
Province of Siena and Arezzo
| golf club | Location | holes |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Golf La Bagnaia | Murlo near Siena | 18 - royalgolflabagnaia.com |
| Golf Club Valdichiana | Bettolle (Sinalunga) | 9 |
| Castiglione del Bosco | Montalcino | 18 (private club, access for resort guests) |
| Casentino Golf Club | Poppi | – |
Provinces of Pisa, Lucca, Pistoia and Prato
| golf club | Location | holes |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmopolitan Golf & Country Club | Tirrenia | 18 |
| Tirrenia Golf Club | Tirrenia | 9 |
| Golf Club San Miniato (Fontevivo) | San Miniato | 9 |
| Versilia Golf Club | Pietrasanta | 18 |
| Montecatini Golf Club | Monsummano Terme | 18 |
| Golf Club Le Pavonière | Prato | 18 |
Province of Grosseto and Elba
| golf club | Location | holes |
|---|---|---|
| Punta Ala Golf Club | Punta Ala | 18 |
| Golf Club Toscana Il Pelagone | gavorrano | 18 |
| Argentario Golf Resort | Porto Ercole | 18 |
| Terme di Saturnia Golf Club | Mill waterfalls | 18 |
| Elba Golf Club dell'Acquabona | Portoferraio (Elba) | 9 |
| Golf Club Hermitage | Biodola (Elba) – golfhermitage.it | – |
Our tips for golfers
Gulf by the sea
The Punta Ala course is nestled among pine forests near the sea. Our personal favorite is the Argentario Golf Club near Porto Ercole – Monte Argentario is simply breathtaking. For those who want to combine golf with a beach holiday, you'll find tips under Beaches of Tuscany and the Island of Elba.
Golf and thermal baths
In Saturnia, the golf course is part of the thermal resort – more information can be found under Terme di Saturnia . The Montecatini Golf Club is located in Monsummano Terme, a few kilometers from the spa town of Montecatini Terme.
Best time to travel
You can play all year round. Spring and autumn are the most pleasant times; in July and August it's often very hot at midday, so start early. More about the climate: best time to travel to Tuscany.
Frequently asked questions about golfing in Tuscany
How many golf courses are there in Tuscany?
Around two dozen, more than half of them with 18 holes. Castelfalfi in Montaione even has 27 holes.
Where can you play golf by the sea in Tuscany?
Among others in Punta Ala, at Monte Argentario (Porto Ercole), in Tirrenia, in Pietrasanta (Versilia Golf) and on Elba.
Which golf courses are located near Florence?
Golf Club Ugolino in Grassina, Poggio dei Medici in Scarperia, Castelfalfi in Montaione and the 9-hole courses in Montelupo and Vinci.
Is it possible to combine golf and thermal baths?
Yes, for example in Saturnia, where the golf course belongs to the thermal resort, or in Monsummano Terme near Montecatini.
When is the best time to play golf in Tuscany?
Spring and autumn. It can be played all year round, but in the height of summer it's best early in the morning.
