Golf Courses Near Florence: Tuscan Fairways, Green Fees & Booking (2026)
Nobody flies to Florence for the golf. You come for the Uffizi, the Ponte Vecchio, the bistecca alla fiorentina. But within 45 minutes of the Duomo, there’s an Arnold Palmer design set on a Prato estate, a 137-year-old club tucked into the Chianti hills among olive groves and vineyards, a championship course in the Mugello valley named after the Medici, and — if you’re willing to drive toward Siena — an RTJ Jr. layout that won Italy’s Best Golf Course at the 2023 World Golf Awards.
Five courses with real-time online booking, green fees from $90 to $135, and the kind of post-round Chianti that makes the whole trip feel like it was planned this way.
All prices are in USD from live booking listings as of March 2026. Green fees are also payable in euros at the clubs (~€80–€120).
At a Glance
| Courses bookable online | 5 (real-time) |
|---|---|
| Green fee range | $90 – $135 |
| Closest to Florence | Le Pavoniere — 25 min |
| Best season | April – June, September – October |
| Car required? | Yes — no courses reachable by public transport |
Prices from live booking listings, March 2026. Confirm at checkout.
Florence-Area Golf Courses You Can Book Online
These are organized by drive time from central Florence — because if you’re staying in the city, the first question is how far you’re willing to go.
Le Pavoniere Golf & Country Club — Arnold Palmer in Prato (25 min)
The closest full 18-hole course to Florence and the most practical option if you want to squeeze in a round without losing half the day to driving. Designed by Arnold Palmer in 1995 and set on a Prato estate, Le Pavoniere has hosted Challenge Tour events — meaning the conditioning and design hold up to professional standards. Par 72, 18 holes, with the Palmer signature of generous tee shots leading to well-defended greens that punish sloppy approaches.
At ~$117, it’s mid-range for the area. The drive from central Florence is straightforward, and you’ll be back in the city by early afternoon if you tee off at 8.
Pair with: Prato’s textile museums and the cathedral frescoes — underrated and tourist-free compared to Florence itself.
Circolo Golf dell’Ugolino — 137 Years in the Chianti Hills (30 min)
This is the course people remember. Ugolino has been operating since the late 1880s, making it one of the oldest golf clubs in continental Europe. The setting — Impruneta, at the edge of the Chianti Classico wine region — is everything you picture when you imagine Tuscan golf: fairways threading through olive groves, vineyard views from elevated tees, cypress-lined horizons, and the kind of golden light in autumn that makes every hole look like a Renaissance landscape.
The course itself was designed by Cecil Blandford and Peter Gannon, early British golf architects whose classical approach favors natural terrain over manufactured drama. At approximately 6,652 yards, par 72, it’s not a brute — the challenge comes from the greens (small, subtly contoured) and the tight, tree-framed fairways that demand you shape the ball.
At ~$135, it’s the most expensive round near Florence. Worth it. You’re playing a course with over a century of history in one of the most beautiful landscapes in Italy.
Pair with: A 10-minute drive to Greve in Chianti for wine tasting, or continue south to Panzano for the butcher Dario Cecchini’s famous bistecca.
Poggio de Medici Golf & Country Club — Championship Golf in the Mugello (45 min)
The best value near Florence. At ~$90, Poggio de Medici offers a genuine championship layout — par 73, designed by Italian architects Alvise Rossi Fioravanti and Baldovino Dassù — at the lowest green fee in the area. The course sits in the Mugello valley north of Florence, has hosted the Ladies Italian Open and Alps Tour events, and carries the Medici name with the weight that implies in Tuscany.
The Mugello setting is different from the Chianti landscape — broader valleys, forested hills, more space. The course reflects that: longer, more open, with less of the intimate tree-framed character of Ugolino. Good practice facilities and on-site accommodation.
Pair with: The Mugello valley itself — MotoGP circuit, Barberino Designer Outlet, and the Medici villas of Cafaggiolo and Trebbio.
Golf Montecatini Terme — Between Florence & Pisa (50 min)
Located in the Pistoia corridor between Florence and Pisa, Montecatini Terme is a solid 18-hole option at ~$112 with on-site accommodation — making it practical if you’re driving the Florence-Lucca-Pisa route and want to break the journey with a round. The course is competent rather than spectacular, but the thermal spa town of Montecatini adds a reason to linger.
Pair with: A side trip to Lucca (30 min) or the continuation to Pisa (50 min).
Royal Golf La Bagnaia — RTJ Jr. Near Siena (80 min)
The aspirational round. An 80-minute drive from Florence, but worth planning a day around. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. on the Bagnaia estate south of Siena, this course won Italy’s Best Golf Course at the 2023 World Golf Awards. Par 71, 18 holes, with RTJ Jr.’s characteristic balance of strategic challenge and visual drama — the Sienese countryside provides a backdrop that’s genuinely hard to match anywhere in European golf.
At ~$109, it’s actually cheaper than Ugolino — the distance from Florence is the trade-off, not the price. If you’re spending a day in Siena anyway (and you should), this turns a sightseeing trip into a golf + culture day that justifies the drive.
Pair with: Siena’s Piazza del Campo, the Duomo, and the surrounding Crete Senesi landscape.
Also Worth Knowing
Golf Club Parco Di Firenze is the only course actually inside Florence — a compact layout in Cascine Park along the Arno. It appears in Google’s Local Pack but isn’t on Tiger Booking; contact the club directly. It’s a convenient option if you want to play without leaving the city, though it’s more a public park course than a full championship experience.
Golf Club Bellosguardo is a 9-hole course (double tees for 18) in Vinci — yes, Leonardo’s hometown. Vineyard setting, inquiry-only on booking platforms. Castelfalfi, a major TUI golf resort west of Florence, appears in search results but isn’t on Tiger Booking; book through their site.
When to Play
April–June and September–October are the golden windows for Tuscan golf. Warm days (18–28°C), comfortable mornings, and courses in peak condition. October is the standout: harvest season, quieter courses, golden evening light, and the possibility of combining your round with grape harvest visits at nearby estates.
July–August is hot (33–38°C). Playable if you tee off at dawn, but not ideal. Winter is mild compared to northern Europe and courses stay open, but conditions can be wet and unpredictable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Florence have golf courses?
Yes — five 18-hole courses are bookable online within 50 minutes of the city, plus a city-center course (Parco Di Firenze) and a 9-hole option in Vinci. Courses range from a 137-year-old Chianti club to a modern Arnold Palmer design.
How much does golf cost near Florence?
$90–$135 per round on booking platforms (~€80–€120). Poggio de Medici ($90) is the best value; Ugolino ($135) is the most prestigious. Royal Golf La Bagnaia ($109) is 80 minutes away but won Italy’s Best Golf Course in 2023.
What is the best golf course near Florence?
Ugolino for history and the Chianti setting. Le Pavoniere for an Arnold Palmer design closest to the city. Royal Golf La Bagnaia for championship quality and awards — though it’s an 80-minute drive toward Siena.
Can I play golf near Florence without a car?
Realistically, no. All bookable courses are 25–80 minutes outside the city, and none are reachable by public transport. A rental car is essential, or arrange a transfer through your hotel.
When is the best time for golf in Tuscany?
April–June and September–October. October is the peak: harvest season, golden light, comfortable temperatures, and fewer crowds. Avoid July–August unless you enjoy extreme heat.
Book Your Tee Time
Browse Florence-area courses and reserve directly:
→ Tuscan Golf Courses on Tiger Booking — Real-time availability, confirmed pricing, instant booking.
Where to Stay in Florence
Most golfers stay in central Florence and drive out to courses. The city’s hotels put you within reach of every course on this list — and within walking distance of everything that brought you to Florence in the first place.
→ FlorenceHotels.com
Prices shown are from live booking listings (March 2026) in USD. Green fees are also payable in euros at the clubs. Rates are subject to change — always confirm at checkout.