South Florida · FL
PGA National and the Champion
Best season
Nov – Apr
Jan · Feb · Mar · Apr
Trip cost · per golfer
$1,600–$5,560
4-night trip
Nearest airport
PBI
15 mi · Palm Beach
Difficulty
Medium
Handicap 5–25
Overview
Palm Beach Gardens is the undisputed golf capital of Florida, home to PGA of America headquarters and world-class resort courses set among lush tropical landscapes. With over 160 courses within an hour's drive, blue skies, and winter temperatures in the 70s, this is the ultimate sunshine golf escape.
Top courses
Editor-picked layouts ranked by prestige, conditioning and player experience.
Design by Tom Fazio / Jack Nicklaus (renovated) · Par 72 · 7,048 yds
Legendary resort course famous for The Bear Trap, a brutal three-hole stretch that has decided PGA Tour winners. Book a tee time early morning before the Florida wind picks up to tame The Bear Trap holes.
Design by Greg Norman / Pete Dye · Par 72 · 7,395 yds
Ultra-exclusive private course ranked among the world's best, long-time training home of Tiger Woods. Access is only through member invitation, so network through a local caddie service or resort concierge.
Design by Jim Fazio · Par 72 · 7,258 yds
Meticulously maintained championship course with wide fairways, strategic bunkering, and pristine Bermuda greens. Request a caddie for insider reads on the subtly breaking greens that fool first-time visitors.
Design by Robert von Hagge · Par 72 · 6,950 yds
Prestigious private club with two 18-hole courses winding through a luxury waterfront residential community. Stay at a connected rental villa to gain reciprocal access rights during your visit.
Stay & play
Resort packages bundle lodging, rounds, range access, and on-site dining. Hotel-only options give you flexibility to course-hop.
Golf Resort
Premier golf resort with five championship courses, a world-class spa, and immersive golf packages on-site.
Luxury Resort
Luxurious oceanfront AAA Five Diamond resort blending tropical elegance with exceptional spa and dining amenities.
Full-Service Hotel
Upscale full-service hotel centrally located near top courses with comfortable rooms and a resort-style pool.
Mid-Range Hotel
Modern mid-range hotel offering clean rooms, complimentary breakfast options, and easy highway access to area courses.
Off the course
Non-golf experiences worth building into your trip — from local landmarks to nature, food, and culture.
Explore a vibrant underwater snorkel trail through Blue Heron Bridge, considered one of America's best shore dives.
Take a professional swing clinic at the renowned PGA Tour Performance Center inside PGA National Resort.
Wander 14 acres of exotic tropical plants and themed gardens in the heart of West Palm Beach.
Explore one of Florida's largest art museums featuring American, European, and Chinese art collections.
Cycle the scenic coastal roads of exclusive Palm Beach Island past stunning mansions and ocean panoramas.
Itineraries
Choose your trip length. Each plan is built around the marquee courses, with rest, dining, and travel days dialed in.
Day 1
Land at PBI, transfer to your hotel, hit the range, and grab a casual dinner at Ironwood Steak & Seafood.
Day 2
Morning tee time at PGA National Resort – The Champion. Lunch at the clubhouse, afternoon recovery, dinner at Kapow Noodle Bar.
Day 3
Early tee time at Admirals Cove Golf Club, light lunch, then transfer back to PBI.
Budget
Realistic ranges sourced from current resort rates, public green fees, and group dining averages.
Lodging 4 nights · $229/nt | $916 |
Golf 3 rounds · $133 avg | $399 |
Food & drink ~$110/day | $440 |
Ground transport Rideshare + cart fees | $240 |
Flights Search Skyscanner for live fares | Variable |
| Estimated total · per golfer | $1,995 |
Season
Tropical
When to book: 2-4 months out
Dining
From clubhouse classics to chef-driven dinners worth a reservation.
American Steakhouse
PGA National's signature restaurant delivering prime cuts and Florida seafood with a refined clubhouse atmosphere.
Modern American
Downtown West Palm Beach hotspot with creative avocado-centric dishes and a vibrant local dining scene.
Asian Fusion
Trendy downtown spot serving bold Pan-Asian noodle dishes and craft cocktails in a lively social setting.
Seafood
Palm Beach Gardens institution famous for impeccably fresh oysters, lobster bisque, and upscale coastal seafood.
American Bistro
Beloved local café offering globally inspired comfort dishes and exceptional brunches in a casual neighborhood setting.
Contemporary American
Palm Beach's most celebrated sharing-plates restaurant featuring inventive small plates by celebrity chef Clay Conley.
After dark
Where the buddy trips end up after the 19th hole.
Bar & Live Music
Downtown West Palm Beach's favorite late-night bar with craft beers, live music, and an energetic local crowd.
Gastropub
Sophisticated gastropub with an impressive craft cocktail list and a buzzing happy hour after-rounds scene.
Live Music Venue
Iconic downtown music venue hosting national touring acts and local bands in a gritty, beloved concert setting.
Tee times
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FAQ
Nov – Apr (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec). Tropical
Plan on $1,600–$5,560 per golfer for a 4-night trip including lodging, rounds, food and ground transport. Flights are extra.
PBI, about 15 miles from the resort area. Most national hubs offer non-stop service via Palm Beach.
4 nights is the sweet spot — enough for 3 full rounds plus a rest or sightseeing day.
Yes — popular with Couples, Buddies. Quieter evenings, ideal for golf-focused groups.
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