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Must Do Golf Courses in the Sarasota Area

Sarasota • Venice • Bradenton

Whatever your skill level or budget, you’ll find that Sarasota, Bradenton, and Venice, Florida offer everything from nine-hole executive courses to championship-caliber links that will test even the best golfers.

The region’s top-rated golf resorts and clubs offer a variety of tee placements and are capable of accommodating all ability levels. Plus many Sarasota area golf courses have PGA professional instruction available for those looking to improve their score.

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Must Do Golf Courses in the Sarasota Area

Heritage Harbour Golf Club in Bradenton

Championship Public Golf Course Heritage Harbour Golf Club in Bradenton, Florida features a classic blend of risk/reward in championship condition. This 18-hole, par-71 championship course was renovated from tee to green in 2022. The course features 5 sets of tees, six very challenging par-3’s, five risk/reward par-5’s, challenging par-4’s with a lot of hazards and strategically placed... Read More
River Strand Golf course features generous fairways, water hazards and strategically placed bunkers, and Tif-eagle greens. Several holes have the Manatee River and its tidal water areas incorporated into them. Must Do Visitor Guides, MustDo.com

River Strand Golf & Country Club in Bradenton

Semi-private 27-hole Arthur Hills Golf Course River Strand Golf course features generous fairways, water hazards and strategically placed bunkers, and  Tif-eagle greens. Several holes have the Manatee River and its tidal water areas incorporated into them. Play nine, 18, or all 27 holes. Those playing 18 holes will have nine holes rotated from the Estuary, Sanctuary, or Tributary golf courses. The practice... Read More
Legacy Golf Club is an award-winning Arnold Palmer 18-hole championship course located in Lakewood Ranch, Florida offering country club amenities and service at a daily-fee facility. Must Do Visitor Guides, MustDo.com

Legacy Golf Club in Lakewood Ranch

Effective March 18, 2024 The Legacy Golf Club is CLOSED for public play. A comprehensive renovation to the Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course and will transition to a fully private country club. Legacy Golf Club is an award-winning Arnold Palmer 18-hole championship course located in Lakewood Ranch, Florida offering country club amenities and service at a daily-fee facility. This par-72, 7,067-yard... Read More
Waterlefe Golf & River Club in Bradenton, Florida is a par-72, 18-hole championship public golf course bordering the Manatee River. Must Do Visitor Guides, MustDo.com

Waterlefe Golf & River Club in Bradenton

The competitive layout at Waterlefe Golf & River Club presents a challenge for golfers of all skill levels. Waterlefe is home to several U.S. Open Qualifying Tournaments. Waterlefe Golf & River Club in Bradenton, Florida is a par-72, 18-hole championship public golf course bordering the Manatee River. The course plays from 4,770 to just under 7,000 yards. The Manatee River touches five of the holes,... Read More
MustDo.com | This new Sarasota golf course is a semi-private par 64 executive course is laid out with one par 5, seven par 4s, with the remaining par 3s providing an enjoyable challenge to all golfers regardless of their level of play.

The Palms Golf Club at Forest Lakes in Sarasota

This Sarasota golf course is a semi-private par 64 executive course designed by Gordy Lewis. Palms Golf Club at Forest Lakes features TifEagle greens, Celebration fairways, and four sets of tees offering 2,731 to 4,545 yards of play. The course is laid out with one par 5, seven par 4s, with the remaining par 3s providing an enjoyable challenge to all golfers regardless of... Read More
Visiting golfers to the area are invited to play any of Pope Golf’s eight championship golf courses located in the Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte county region. Must Do Visitor Guides, MustDo.com

Pope Golf Championship Golf Courses in Sarasota

Visiting golfers to the area are invited to play any of Pope Golf’s eight championship golf courses located in the Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte county region. You can even reserve advance tee times at any of Pope Golf’s private country clubs! Offering exceptional value and a great opportunity to experience great service and amenities at a variety of challenging golf courses. Pope Golf... Read More
Designed with the natural Florida wetlands in mind, The Preserve Golf Club in Bradenton, Florida is a challenging public golf course where 52 lakes directly affect play on nine holes. Must Do Visitor Guides, MustDo.com

The Preserve Golf Club Public Golf Course in Bradenton

A Ted McAnlis signature championship public golf course with Champion Ultradwarf Greens. Designed with the natural Florida wetlands in mind, The Preserve Golf Club in Bradenton, Florida is a challenging public golf course where 52 lakes directly affect play on nine holes. This par-72 course features five tee boxes that play from 5,095 to 7,000 yards. Practice Facility and Restaurant Facilities a natural grass... Read More
Pelican Pointe Golf & Country Club in Venice, Florida offers 27 holes of public golf among live oaks, meandering streams, protected wildlife preserves and wetlands. Must Do Visitor Guides, MustDo.com

Pelican Pointe Golf & Country Club in Venice

Pelican Pointe Golf & Country Club in Venice, Florida offers 27 holes of public golf among live oaks, meandering streams, protected wildlife preserves and wetlands. The Ted McAnlis designed combination of nine-hole courses ranges from 5,326 to 7,182 yards allowing a variety of golf experiences. The course blends well with the natural environment, and no parallel fairways—expect to see more wildlife than... Read More

Bobby Jones Golf Club in Sarasota

Bobby Jones Golf Club features a newly renovated 18-hole Donald Ross Championship Course, the renewed Gillespie 9-hole Adjustable Par 3 Course (opening May 2024) can be played five different ways, and a state-of-the-art practice facility. A new clubhouse, 90-acre nature park with walking and bicycle trails, and regional playground are in the works. Bobby Jones Gold Club Practice Facility... Read More
Rosedale Golf & Country Club A challenging semi-private championship 18-hole, par-72 golf course that winds its way among lakes and woodlands. Must Do Visitor Guides, MustDo.com

Rosedale Golf & Country Club in Bradenton

A challenging semi-private championship 18-hole, par-72 golf course that winds its way among lakes and woodlands. The course features five tee boxes and plays from 5,065 to 6,714 yards providing a diverse golfing experience. Rosedale Golf & Country Club amenities include PGA Professional staff, practice facility with driving range, putting green, and bunker/chipping/pitching area. Enjoy a beverage or meal in the Clubhouse before or... Read More