Attractions

Fore! Golfers abound all over South Florida on beautiful days. Miami-Dade County alone has more than a dozen gorgeous golf courses, including the world-famous Blue Monster at the Doral Resort and Spa, home to the Doral Ryder Open. The Blue Monster has hosted PGA events for more than 40 years; every famous golfer in the world plays here sometime. Besides the Blue Monster, other spectacular courses in Miami include the Normandy Shores Golf Club in Miami Beach, the Biltmore Hotel course in Coralg Gables, Don Shula's Golf Club in Miami Lakes, the course at Crandon Park on Key Biscayne, the course at Haulover Park in North Miami Beach and the three 9-hole courses at the Miccosukee Golf and Country Club in southwestern Miami-Dade County. Every part of Miami offers wonderful opportunities for golf!

Biltmore (Donald Ross Golf Course)
1200 Anastasia Avenue, Coral Gables
305-460-5364

The Donald Ross Golf Course at the Biltmore is a 6,800-yard, 18 hole, Par 71, championship golf course. The course was designed in 1925 by Donald Ross, the pre-eminent golf designer of his era. The course, acknowledged as one of the finest resort layouts in the south, has always attracted dignitaries, movie stars and sport luminaries. The facility features a Pro Shop, golf instruction and numerous golf programs and packages. The full-service Golf Shop offers custom fitting on a wide range of products from Callaway to Tehama. Golf club rentals, spike replacement, and locker rentals are just a few of the services available.

Costa Greens Golf Club
100 Costa del Sol Blvd., Costa del Sol Community, Doral
305-592-3300

Costa Greens Golf Club is one of the most challenging and beautiful public golf courses in Miami. It boasts five narrow and long Par 5’s and five picturesque Par 3’s to challenge the skills of players at all levels. Golfers at Costa Greens enjoy a full-sized practice range, lakeside café and the personal service that only a family-owned facility can bring. Costa Greens is located 15 minutes west of the Miami International Airport.

Country Club of Miami
6801 NW 186 Street, Miami
305-829-8456

Country Club of Miami is comprised of two beautifully manicured Florida golf courses, with lush fairways, newly re-grassed greens and 36 championship holes. A Robert Trent Jones design, the club was founded in 1961, with Arnold Palmer as its first professional. The Country Club of Miami West Course, a 7,017-yard Par 72 course with a slope of 132, hosted the 1991 Senior PGA Tour National Qualifying School. Its treacherous bunkers, lush fairways, and rolling greens offer a challenging adventure. The Country Club of Miami East Course, a 6,353-yard Par 70 layout with a slope of 124, requires shot placement and strategy from both the novice and serious golfer. A new grass driving range, large pitching, putting and chipping areas and PGA instructions assist golfers in developing their games.

Crandon Golf Course on Key Biscayne
6700 Crandon Blvd., Key Biscayne
305-361-9129

The Crandon golf course is a championship 18 hole golf course located on the island paradise of Key Biscayne, just 10 minutes from downtown Miami. It is the perfect alternative to civilization where you can spend a day enveloped by the tropics. Crandon was the site of the Senior PGA Tour for the past 18 years, attracting golf’s greats including Lee Trevino, Chi Chi Rodriguez, Don Messengale, Ray Floyd and Gary Player. The course is considered one of the most beautiful and difficult Par 72 courses in the state. Crandon’s seventh hole is touted as “One of the Greatest Holes in Golf,” a gorgeous Par 4 that doglegs to the right and sends your golf ball soaring over the beautiful bay. The course has been rated in the top ten courses by Golfweek, and one of America’s top 75 upscale courses by Golf Digest.

Don Shula's Golf Club
7601 Miami Lakes Drive, Miami Lakes
305-820-8106

Shula’s Golf Club sprawls over 500 tree-shaded acres in the award-winning planned community of Miami Lakes. The Golf Club, a unique property in a true country club setting, boasts two golf courses, a driving range, and practice area. The Senator Golf Course is one of Miami’s best Championship Golf Courses and is unlike the typical hotel golf course. Known for its classic style and lush tropical landscape, The Senator Golf Course, an 18 hole, Par 72, was originally designed by Bill Watts in 1962. In 1990, the course was updated by the nationally recognized Golf Course Architect, Kipp Schulties. Shula’s Golf Club offers many amenities including a Driving Range, Par 3 Executive Course, and Pro Shop; due to a current facility upgrade, please contact Shula’ for a full accounting of the current offerings. The Senator Golf Course is located in Miami Lakes, just minutes from both the Miami International and Fort Lauderdale Airports.

Doral Golf Resort & Spa
4400 NW 87 Avenue, Doral
305-592-2000

Doral Golf Resort & Spa boasts five championship 18 hole golf courses: the legendary TPC Blue Monster, the Greg Norman-designed Great White, the Red Course, the Gold Course, and the newest addition, the Jim McLean Signature Course. This course presents a variety of challenges that include three of the toughest starting holes in golf, a series of phenomenal par 3s, and The Bermuda Triangle of the 13th through 15th holes. Meticulously carved from the Miami landscape, all five authentic championship golf courses challenge, inspire and reward players of every ability from weekend enthusiasts to the most recognized names in golf. Golfers from first-timers to PGA pros can improve their games at the Jim McLean Learning Center and play Doral’s five championship courses. Doral has been home to the PGA Tour for more than 45 years.

Edwin Watts Golf
8484 NW 36 Street, Suite 200, Doral
305-591-1220

15100 North Biscayne Blvd., North Miami Beach
305-944-2925

6254 South Dixie Highway, South Miami
305-667-4023

Among the “Top 100 Best Golf Shops” by Golf World Business Magazine. Computerized custom fitting by certified experts. Analyze ball speed, launch angle and spin rate right in the store! Large inventory of the latest and top brand equipment, apparel and accessories. Full service club repair. Trade-ins accepted.

Granada Golf Course
2001 Granada Blvd., Coral Gables
305-460-5367

The Granada Golf Course, a 9 hole, Par 36, is located just outside the downtown area. Granada’s local flavor, association support and private club atmosphere make it quite unique. Designed and opened in 1923, Granada is the oldest operating 9 hole course in Florida. A perfect place for residents, visitors and beginners alike, Granada members take great pride in the facility. Burger Bob’s, Granada’s 10th hole, is a favorite of the community. Residents can share stories and enjoy a wonderful morning, while enjoying a home-cooked meal.

Greynolds Park Golf Course
17530 West Dixie Highway, North Miami Beach
305-949-1741

Greynolds Golf Course provides a 3,100-yard challenging layout. This Par 36 course, designed by Mark Mahannah in 1964, is one of the county’s most popular 9 hole designs for all levels of play. The course offers electric carts, reasonable green fees, and club rentals. A spacious clubhouse welcomes players to relax before and after matches. Friendly Pro Shop staff will assist players with tee times, rental equipment and merchandise.

International Links Miami Melreese Golf Club
1802 NW 37 Avenue, Miami
305-633-4583

In 1996-1997, the 18 hole International Links Miami Melreese Golf Club underwent a $3.9 million renovation. A true championship layout in every sense of the word, the new International Links is demanding, as well as fair. The course has been redesigned by Charles Mahannah and is managed by Bunkers of Miami, under the direction of Charles DeLucca. The course has certified Tiftdwarf grass and is designed to USDA specifications, which guarantee the truest putting surface in South Florida. Two-sided driving range, Pro Shop, Golf Learning Center, grassed tee areas and mats, target greens, two practice putting greens, and fairway and greenside sand bunkers available. The driving range and putting green are lighted in the evenings until 9pm. Located just minutes from the Miami International Airport.

Killian Greens Golf Club
9980 SW 104 Street, Miami
305-271-0917

Killian Greens Golf Club is a Par 72, 18 hole course offering a unique layout at its central location in Miami. This full-service facility includes a Cayman practice range and, a well-stocked pro shop and cafe. Your golf round at Killian Greens will be challenging to players of all skill levels. Kendale Café is now open at the 19th Hole and serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Please visit www.kendalecafe.com for more information and to view the menu.

Miami Beach Golf Club
2301 Alton Road, Miami Beach
305-532-3350

The premier golf destination in the heart of Miami Beach! The 18 hole course was designer by Arthur Hills, one of America's leading golf course designers, renowned for making his courses playable and enjoyable for golfers of all skill levels. He is personally responsible for many of the country's finest courses, having designed more than 160 in the U.S. The on-site Jim McLean Golf Academy at the Miami Beach Golf Club features top teaching professionals who work with beginners and PGA and LPGA Tour players alike. No matter what level of play you currently enjoy, spending time with these instructors will improve play and overall enjoyment of the game.

Miami Shores Country Club
10000 Biscayne Blvd., Miami Shores
305-795-2366

Historic Miami Shores Country Club is truly unique in South Florida! It offers a beautiful 18 hole championship golf course that is the home to a vast array of subtropical wildlife and vegetation. You can play this magnificent course at an unbelievably affordable price! Located less than 15 minutes from downtown Miami, Miami Beach, and the Miami International Airport, Miami Shores is a must play course for anyone who enjoys the game of golf. The club is easily accessible from anywhere in Dade and Broward Counties.

Miami Springs Golf and Country Club
650 Curtiss Parkway, Miami Springs
305-805-5184

The 18 hole Miami Springs course at the Miami Springs Golf and Country Club features 6,741 yards of golf from the longest tees for a Par 71. The course rating is 72.5 and it has a slope rating of 127. Built in 1925, this historic golf club features three challenging courses. As the original site of the Miami Open, the club provided an arena in which legendary players such as Sam Snead, Byron Nelson, and Gene Sarazen walked away with multiple Open titles. Today, the club features a Pro Shop and offers enthusiasts the opportunity to enjoy a nostalgic round at affordable prices.

Miccosukee Golf & Country Club
6401 Kendall Lakes Drive, Maimi
305-382-3930

Situated in the heart of Miami, this Mark Mahannah-designed masterpiece is the proud home of the Miccosukee Championship and is considered by many to have the best layout in the South Florida area. This picturesque and challenging facility has 27 holes, Par 72 at 6,700 yards. The lighted practice facility accommodates up to 50 golfers and is open daily form 6:30am-10pm. Purchased in 2001 by the Miccosukee Tribe, the former Miami National Golf Club courses have hosted many LPGA and PGA events, including those attended by Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer, among others.

Palmetto Golf Course
9300 SW 152 Street, Miami
305-235-1069

Palmetto Golf Course is a Par 70 Championship Miami course, built on 121 acres. The 18 hole course, designed by Dick Wilson and built in 1959 by developers Porter, Russell and Wagor, was purchased by Miami-Dade County in 1967. This facility has a serpentine canal system that flows across and alongside palmetto tree-lined fairways, making this an attractive, as well as challenging course to play. The golf course also offers a 22-position, lighted driving range, lighted putting green, spacious clubhouse, and a fully-stocked Pro Shop. Equipment rentals available. Golf lessons and clinics offered.