Whether you’re looking for top rated golf courses just minutes from Belfast city centre, rolling fairways in the countryside or seaside courses with spectacular views, Northern Ireland has some of the finest golf courses in the world. We’ve played host to world-class golf events, including The Open in 2019 and 2025, and our courses are home to world-famous players like Rory McIlroy, who has been ranked number one golfer in the world at 22 years old.
Golf Clubs
The Royal Belfast Golf Club
Royal Belfast Golf Club was founded in November 1881 making it Ireland’s oldest golf club. Royal Belfast provides a stern golfing challenge, as there is the requirement for accuracy rather than length. The numerous bunkers and subtly sloped greens makes a low score a difficult feat. Amongst the more memorable holes on the front nine are the short Par 3 4th hole. It measures 142 yards, but requires a very accurate shot to a green, literally surrounded by bunkers.
Knock Golf Club
Located beside the Stormont Estate in east Belfast, Knock is a beautiful parkland golf course measuring 6,428 yards, par 70. Always in superb condition with fast greens and beautiful fairways, the course still retains many of the original features that were imagined all those years ago.
Malone Golf Club
This beautiful parkland course is found on Belfast’s Upper Malone Road, just five miles from the city centre. With 27 holes of secluded, gently undulating parkland countryside, the centrepiece of the course is the natural trout lake which extends over 27 acres.
Castlereagh Hills Golf Club
Castlereagh Hills Golf Course overlooks idyllic views of Strangford Lough and County Down. The facility boasts a challenging 18-hole course and contemporary clubhouse with conference rooms, bar and fully licensed restaurant which is open to members and non-members. Book into Hastings Stormont Hotel, just an eight-minute drive away.
Golf Resorts
Galgorm Spa & Golf Resort
Northern Ireland’s premier luxury hotel, spa and golf resort is situated only 30 minutes from Belfast. Play a round on the Castle Championship Course, nestled in the heart of the 220-acre historic estate, while non-golfing family members unwind in the Thermal Spa Village. Dine in the exquisite River Room restaurant and stay overnight in a deluxe suite, superior room, cottage or log cabin.
DoubleTree Templepatrick at Kingfisher Country Estate
Kingfisher Country Estate are proud to boast a stunning Championship 18-hole Par-72 Golf Course. Kingfisher’s golfing experience is set across 220 acres of lush parkland. the 7000+ yard layout is USGA specific allowing all-year-round play and the entire course offers challenging fairways and greens interspersed with lake and mature parkland. With stunning facilities and a newly renovated restaurant, a round of golf at Kingfisher challenges all the senses.
Golf Fun for all the Family
Colin Glen Driving Range
If you’re looking for a quick round of golf or a day out with the kids, Colin Glen Forest Park boasts a challenging nine-hole parkland course and state-of-the-art driving range suitable for beginners and seasoned players. The park also offers walking trails, mountain biking, ziplines and lots more family fun activities.
Lost City Adventure Golf
If you’re looking for a quick round of golf or a day out with the kids, Colin Glen Forest Park boasts a challenging nine-hole parkland course and state-of-the-art driving range suitable for beginners and seasoned players. The park also offers walking trails, mountain biking, ziplines and lots more family fun activities.
Scrapyard Golf
This indoor family-run 21-hole golf course + a BONUS HOLE has been designed with only the golfer in mind. Golfers of all ages and sizes, regardless of talent, should feel like they can bring out their inner child and get that rivalry to an all-new high! They have adapted to make all players feel welcome, including the less able, with low level entrances and exits at the majority of holes.
Pickie Funpark
Pickie Funpark has always been one of Northern Ireland’s top attractions. The park hosts lots of fun activities including their 18-hole mini-golf course with panoramic views of Bangor Bay and the hills of Antrim beyond. There are over 10 attractions at the park, kids can cool down in the splash pads or pick up an ice cream at the kiosk.
