Where to golf in the Algarve, Portugal (2024)

Set on the south-west tip of Europe, the Algarve region has the perfect climate foroutdoor sports. The endless sun makes this part of Portugal a golfer's dream. Players from across the globe come to play at golf courses designed by golf legends. Plus, each golf course celebrates the region's natural beauty, is close to some of the best beaches in Europe, or isconveniently located near your golf villa. Playing golf in the Algarve is ideal for every level of golfer, from beginner to advanced. There are even kid-friendly courses to have a golf holiday for the whole family. From Tavira in the east to Lagos in the West, the Algarve guarantees a hole-in-one golf holiday.

Golf holidays in western Algarve

Home to many of Portugal's renowned golf courses, European golfers revere this region. Thanks to the exceptional natural setting, test your swing surrounded by stunning scenery. After a round, take a refreshing dip at one of the beautiful beaches in the west of the Algarve.

Golf Santo Antonio Parque da Floresta

Located near the fishing village of Salema, Santo Antonio Golf Course is famous for hosting the prestigious Europro Tour. At this challenging course, golfers test their skills on the undulating fairways. The bunkered greens besides the lakes on the back nine require accuracy.

Palmares Golf of Lagos

Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., this golf course cascades to the ocean for views of the Bay of Lagos as you play. Palmares Golf is made up of three 9-hole courses, each with their own personality. Each year, they organise the Almond Blossom Tournament, one of the oldest amateur events in the Algarve. Palmares is located in the walled-city ofLagos, beloved for its gorgeous cliffs.

Quinta da Boavista

Each round gives golfers a sublime view over the Bay of Lagos and Serra de Monchique. Quinta da Boavista is exquisitely carved into the natural contours of the terrain. Golfers have to drive balls over a ravine at holes 6 and 8 while savouring the challenge of lakes and water hazards.

Penina Golf & Resort

Welcome to the first 18-hole golf course in the Algarve. The Sir Henry Cotton Championship Course is considered one of the best golf courses in Europe, naturally playing host to esteemed tournaments. The golf course is one of the three at the 5-star Penina Golf & Resort, a 360-acre estate in Portimao.

Quinta do Gramacho de Carvoeiro

This is the place for a memorable golf holiday with your girlfriends. Quinta do Gramacho hosts the Algarve Ladies Open, the sole female-only tournament in the region. Plus, the golf course is set in the postcard perfect town of Carvoeiro.

The golden triangle of golfing

This trio of cities is called the "Golden Triangle". Known as the most prestigious part of the Algarve, they are home to some of the most spectacular and popular golf courses.

Ocean Golf Course

Find this gem of gold history in Vale do Lobo. It was designed and inspired by the acclaimed Sir Henry Cotton then revamped by the equally talented architect Rocky Roquemore, The Ocean Golf Course feature fairways that border a nature reserve and slope gently down to the Atlantic.

Royal Golf Course

This illustrious golf course is more challenging than its neighbour, Ocean Golf Course. The par 3 course undulates from the top of a cliff, including the famous hole 16 that boasts the title of most photographed in Europe.

San Lorenzo

Set in the sublime Ria Formosa nature reserve, Quinta do Lago offers an unforgettable golfing experience. Shaped like a figure eight, San Lorenzo is ranked one of Europe's top 100 golf courses.

Quinta do Lago Norte

Located in the luxury estate of Quinta do Lago this golf course is designed by a trio of renowned architects: William Mitchell, Joseph Lee and Rocky Roquemore. Quinta do Lago Norte is a par 5 golf course at which precision and power are key.

Victoria Clube de Golfe

Surrounded by lakes and waterfalls, thisVilamoura features some of the most beautiful fairways in the Algarve. Here, golfers can follow in the footsteps of champions, for Victoria Clube de Golfe is home to major competitions such as the Algarve World Cup or the Portugal Masters.

Golf breaks in Eastern Algarve

Experience the joy of playing in paradise, for the landscapes in this part of the Algarve are simply sublime.

Monte Rei

This award-winning Jack Nicklaus golf course is regularly ranked as one of the best in Portugal. It is the signature course at Monte Rei Golf and Country Club, an exclusive residential community that sprawls across 1000 acres.

Benamor Golf

Designed by Sir Henry Cotton, this 18-hole golf course is nestled between majestic mountains and the Atlantic Ocean. Benamor Golf is located nearTavira, one of the most architecturally stunning town that dates back to 2000 BC.

Quinta da Ria

In the heart of Ria Formosa Natural Park, this 18-hole golf course is one of the most beautiful in the region. Featuring views of the sandy barrier reef islands and surrounding mountains, Quinta da Ria is a must for both beginners and experienced players.

Quinta da Cima:

Located besides Quinta da Ria, this golf course is home to the Algarve Seniors Tour. Quinta da Cima caters to golfers of all abilities thanks to its open fairways, an appeal to golfers who want to hit long shots from the tee. Each year, this golf course has grown in popularity.

Castro Marim Golfe and Country Club:

Featuring three 9-hole golf courses, the Castro Marim Golfe and Country Club is an ideal choice for a golf holiday. All the courses are set in breathtaking landscapes, including the pine-tree lined Guadiana.After a day on the fairways, fill up on Algarve cuisine using Villanovo's guide to thebest restaurants in eastern Algarve.

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