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Want to play the best public golf courses and hidden gems of Scotland?
For the second year in a row, Trump Turnberry's famous Ailsa Course is a strong choice at No. 1, followed closely by Kingsbarns.
We compiled our annual Golfers' Choice lists by analyzing the ratings and reviews submitted by members of our community - golfers like you - throughout the previous year. We use GolfPass' Ratings Index logic that weights newer reviews and combine it with a course's subcategory averages. Courses must offer public access and have received at least two reviews in 2024 to be eligible for this year's list. Unfortunately other top Scottish golf courses like the Old Course at St. Andrews, North Berwick, Royal Troon and others didn't receive enough reviews to qualify. Leave us a review next time you're fortunate enough to play them.
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Scottish golf courses reviewed in 2024: 236
Reviews of Scottish golf courses in 2024: 2,950
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Trump Turnberry Resort - Ailsa Course
Green fee: $472-$1,294
What they're saying: "What can I say about the legendary Alisa course that hasn’t already been said! Home of the ‘Duel under the Sun’ ! It was a bit wet the day I played but amazing none the less! The views, the course, the staff & the lodge/clubhouse were amazing! Breathtaking views of the Alisa Craig, lighthouse & monument!! A MUST PLAY for any golfer!!!! I will be back for sure!!!" - TheGreenGoblin -
Kingsbarns
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Green fee: $489-$580
What they're saying: "Can't say enough good things about Kingsbarns. Just wow. Course conditions are perfect and you can see the ocean from every hole. An amazing layout that has you wanting to take a picture of every hole. We played a lot of great courses on our Scotland trip but collectively as a group, we all left talking about Kingsbarns the most. An absolute must in the rotation and easy to get to from St. Andrews. Can't wait to get back someday." - ScottyGilmore -
Glenbervie Golf Club
Green fee: $71-$155
What they're saying: "Excellent in both condition and layout. Greens true and soft. The 3rd, 9th, 12th and 18th (are) standout holes. The wind was an added challenge. (I) don’t think I’ve experienced it much wilder (anywhere). My trolley (was) blown over 3 times. You will enjoy this course and a John Panton mocktail in the clubhouse." -Braehead80 -
Duddingston Golf Club
Green fee: $58-$123
What they're saying: "Staff and course were excellent. Only waited on one hole to tee off. The married couple that runs the bar and kitchen were super friendly and the gentleman tending the pro shop was very helpful." - GolfPass Reviewer -
Grantown-on-Spey Golf Club
Green fee: $63-$84
What they're saying: "What an excellent day and experience from a senior-ish new-to-golf player. Made very welcome from the start from the club professional and members. Course was in great condition with super slick greens, very tidy tee boxes and dapper, rolling fairways. The out in particular was a delight through the Caledonian pinewoods with lots of wildlife including crossbills, red squirrels and lots of bird song...a great morning!" - DonaldChris -
The North Berwick Golf Club
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Green fee: $239-$369
What they're saying: "Can't say enough good things about NB. Such an awesome experience from the moment you walk up. We were treated like members for the day (because technically we were) and the caddies were great as well. Such a cool town and definitely recommend staying an extra day to experience that as well." - ScottyGilmore -
The West Kilbride Golf Club
Green fee: $65-$136
What they're saying: "Great course to play and reasonable price. The course is in great condition and is enjoyable to play. Played twice without rain and pace of play is perfect. Staff are very helpful. Best kept secret along the western coast. A++" - GolfPass Reviewer -
Eyemouth Golf Club
Green fee: $45-$65
What they're saying: "Having traveled to play as a 4 ball, we were all impressed how good this course is. Such a good selection of holes. We agreed that there was not one bad hole on the course. The greens were pacy but ran true. We will definitely be back and it was good value for money." - Sreilly178 -
Carnwath Golf Club
Green fee: $52-$62
What they're saying: "Lovely course that promised to play well in winter and didn’t disappoint. Friendly welcome, fairways and greens dry and well maintained. Highly recommend." - Phil1346 -
Gullane - No.3 Course
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Green fee: $84-$110
What they're saying: The course was in amazing condition and thoroughly enjoyable. Would recommend to anyone. Clubhouse facilities are superb and staff really friendly and welcoming." - GolfPass Reviewer -
Golspie Golf Club
Green fee: $58-$142
What they're saying: "Would recommend this course to all golf enthusiasts. Helen in the pro shop is extremely helpful and a delight! The course is in excellent condition with rather fast greens. We are visiting from Australia and this is the best course we have played so far. Good value for (the) money, too." - GolfPass Reviewer -
Fortrose & Rosemarkie Golf Club
Green fee: $39-$129
What they're saying: "(The) course for (the) time of (the) year was in excellent condition. (It's) always a challenge with the wind. (The) greens (are) so true. (It's) nice to make some putts on proper greens." - GolfPass Reviewer -
Machrihanish Dunes
Green fee: $91-$129
What they're saying: "What a course, superb value for money and will definitely be back" - MARTIN28 -
Forres Golf Club
Green fee: $52-$103
What they're saying: "Would recommend giving this course a go. (There's) beautiful scenery and the course and greens are immaculate." - Ryan94221 -
Stranraer Golf Club
Green fee: $32-$65
What they're saying: "Considering the weather conditions this summer in Scotland the course was in excellent condition with fast and true greens. Second time we've played the course and (I) will definitely play again when (I'm) next in the area." - slingbob -
Peterhead Golf Club - Old Course
Green fee: $78-$162
What they're saying: "Not the biggest links fan but I could happily play this course every week and be a happy man!! Really tough conditions with the wind but just added to the experience!! Pro shop (is) well stocked and (the) staff brilliant. (The) catering and bar (are) excellent. (I) really can’t recommend the place enough!! Will be back for sure." - dangerbrian -
Burntisland Golf Club
Green fee: $58-$71
What they're saying: "This is a brilliant course, challenging, great views and the greens are some of the best I've played on. Highly recommend will be back. Food in the clubhouse was great and all the staff were friendly and helpful. 👏👏👏" - gboi92 -
Lochmaben Golf Club
Green fee: $71-$84
What they're saying: "Every now and then you'll play a new course and be certain that if you lived in the area you WOULD be a member there. Lochmaben is one of those for me. Honestly can't think of a negative on this (except I played rotten). Nicely picturesque, the course is of a length I can manage now in my 60s without being too short. Splendidly looked after with tee areas, fairways and greens as good as you'd like them to be and while the course isn't flat it isn't overly hilly either. I couldn't hang around to make an opinion on food options so can't comment on that but the rest was just ideal. I'll be going back again for sure to at least try to correct my wayward play and because the course is just begging to be played again." - Jigsaw666 -
Gleddoch Golf & Spa Resort
Green fee: $50-$128
What they're saying: "Great course. (The) greens were good. (It's a) great layout. (I) just played at (the) wrong time. (The) weather wasn’t great. (I would) definitely give it a go again when the weather is better. Also (the) staff were very friendly. (There were) no problems. (I) recommend golfers to give it a go." - drew1961 -
Trump Turnberry - King Robert the Bruce Course
Turnberry, South AyrshireResortGreen fee: $272-$1,294
What they're saying: "Perfect conditions and a great layout. Easy to walk and didn’t need a caddie." - JTHutton
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