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How to Choose the Best Course for a Day of Golfing in Sarasota
The best golf courses in the country can be found right here in the sunshine state. With over 1,400 courses located in Florida, it is no wonder why we are said to be “the golf capital of the world.” While visiting some of the top beaches in the world, grab your clubs and set aside some time to play a few rounds and relax on the fairway. Around the Siesta Key and Sarasota area, there are numerous public golf courses and semi-private country clubs that prove to not only be a fun challenge but are surrounded by breathtaking Florida vegetation and picturesque wildlife. Check out a few of our local favorites from the experts here at Best Western Siesta Key.
Top Four Golf Courses Near Siesta Key
Tatum Ridge Golf Links
For a day of tranquility and Florida wildlife, Tatum Ridge Golf Links is home to preserved wetlands and 11 lakes. Golfers will enjoy the challenge of avoiding waterways and maneuvering a dogleg right on the course’s signature hole, located at 504 yards, par-5 13th. Visitors can find this Scottish-style links course just a few short miles from Siesta Key, east of 1-75 on Fruitville Rd. Squeeze in a practice session at their 18-hole putting green, chipping from grass and traps, or grass tee box to perfect your game.
The Groves Golf Course
One of Florida’s classic golf course families, The Meadows Country Club, offers three beautiful courses, including The Groves Golf Course. With sloping greens and slim fairways, this course offers a rewarding and thrilling feeling to even the most seasoned golfers. Just south of the UTC shopping district in Sarasota, you can find The Groves Golf Course as well as the par 72 championship course, The Highlands, which has recently opened itself to limited public play.
Suncoast Golf Center
The most unique golfing hub in Sarasota and perfect for the entire family to enjoy, Suncoast Golf Center offers a variety of golfing activities, high-quality experiences, and affordability. Both expert players and beginners can enjoy a day golfing their 9 hole par 3 course, polishing their swing at the driving range, or brushing up on their skills with lessons from a professional. While the course and range are beautifully situated under stadium-quality LED lights, you can golf the night away, or until they close at 10 pm. One of the best perks of spending your day at Suncoast Golf Center is the ability to golf alongside your furry friends as this course is also dog friendly.
Bobby Jones Golf Club
While the golfing may be on pause until early 2022, Bobby Jones Golf Club still deserves recognition for any future traveling golf plans, or a current leisurely afternoon. Its breathtaking scenery is just one of the reasons you can still visit this site today to observe wildlife, gear up for a bike ride, or appreciate the natural beauty as you walk or run the nature trails.
With a plethora of options to choose from, you are sure to find the ideal golf course for an award-winning experience that fulfills your desires. From challenging holes to tranquil scenery and practicing your skills without pressure, golfing in Sarasota is a dream come true. After a day out on the course with friends, family, your dog, or a solo round, feel the warm comforting welcome of returning to Best Western Siesta Key before hitting the beach or spending your evening out on the town.