Golf courses in Italy

Golf has a long tradition in Italy — the Italian golf federation has existed since 1927 — but the country has long been overlooked as a golf destination for foreign visitors. That is beginning to change. More and more courses are opening their doors to visiting golfers, and with the 2023 Ryder Cup at Marco Simone Golf & Country Club, Italy has firmly placed itself on the international golf map. What sets Italy apart from other golf destinations is the setting. Courses such as Toscana Resort Castelfalfi sit in the heart of the Tuscan hill country, surrounded by vineyards and olive groves. In the Dolomites you'll find courses at altitude with breathtaking views. Circolo Golf Villa d'Este on Lake Como is a course worth visiting for its setting alone. May to October is the best period for golf in Italy. Summer can be quite warm and busy, particularly in well-known tourist areas. Spring and autumn are, in our view, the best times: pleasant weather, quieter courses and greenfees that are considerably more reasonable than in peak season. Tee times at most courses can be booked directly online via Leading Courses.