Where Open Championship courses & spectacular coastal scenery meet
Why golf in South West Scotland?
- Host of the first Open Championship in 1860
- Three world-famous links - Turnberry, Royal Troon & Prestwick
- 40 historic castles to visit
- Spectacular coastal scenery with Isle of Arran backdrop
- Fun seaside towns & stunning beaches
- Prominent Ayrshire clans of Wallace & Bruce
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Host of The Open Championship more than 35 times
Best selling golf in South-West Scotland
Why golf in South West Scotland?
Our experts say...
The first Open Championship was played at Prestwick in 1860, so a trip to these parts is to follow in the footsteps of most, if not all, of the game's greatest players.

Patrick Tarantino
Golf Vacation Specialist
Golf travel tips for South West Scotland
Best months for golfing weather:
May to September
Best months for value:
April & October
Most popular months:
May, June & September
Our experts recommend:
June