There are approximately 47 golf courses in the Scottish Highlands, so a trip to play is definitely worth it. A region of stunning natural beauty and steeped in history, the Highlands is worth a visit for its scenery alone and a firm favorite if you’re bringing your clubs in tow. The capital of this area is undoubtedly Inverness, home to many well-known golf courses and Castle Stuart, the most popular of all. This championship golf course boasts views of the Moray Firth and other landmarks, including the Black Isle, Kessock Bridge, and Chanonry Point, where you can also spot dolphins.

The total green fees would be $2,200 to $2,300 in the high season, depending on the golf courses chosen, and $1,200 off-peak. Three clubs – Kingsbarns, Royal Aberdeen, and Muirfield – make up 37% of the total cost, and the rounds at the other clubs would be between $30 and $180.

Edinburgh and East Lothian are, without a doubt, the most famous Scotland areas for golf. The area, known as Scotland's Golf Coast, features one of the highest concentrations of outstanding golf links in the country. It's also home to Muirfield, the home of The Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers. The earliest records of the Club date back to 1744.

The Scottish golf season starts at the beginning of April and runs through to the middle of October. During these months, the days are longer and warmer, offering the perfect conditions for golf. Links courses, however, because of their proximity to the sea and the drier climate found there, can be played throughout the year.

With so many exquisite golf courses and resorts, it’s hard to decide what the best are, but here is a list of some of the most renowned ones:

• Trump Turnberry
• Old Course Hotel Golf Resort & Spa
• Gleneagles Hotel
• Marcliffe at Pitfodels in Aberdeen
• Stirling Highland Hotel
• MacDonald Rusacks Hotel

With 550 golf courses, Scotland has a lot of memorable experiences to offer to golfers. Some of the most popular golf courses in the country include:

• The Balcomie Links: It’s undoubtedly one of the go-to courses that any visitor to Scotland has to schedule some time for. The golf course dates back to 1895. At first, you’ll need to avoid a large bunker at the front of the green, while the second puts incredible views of Fife in front of you, with the danger of the North Sea to your right.
• The Kingsbarns Golf Links: As a traditional Scottish links golf course with sea views over 1.5 miles of coastline, it’s ranked in the top 60 courses worldwide. The opening is a gentle one, with a superb wide fairway and inviting green on a relatively short par 4. A lot of the tees are elevated, and you can always see what you have coming in front of you.
• St. Andrews New Course: Designed by the legendary Old Tom Morris, this golf course also dates back to 1895. Despite sitting beside the Old Course, the most renowned course in the world, it is very much a leading links in and of itself and one of the greatest golf courses in Scotland. Many golfers consider the standout hole to be the excellent, long par-3 that closes the front nine.
• St. Andrews Old Course: The course is open and very fair. As has been documented many times, if you have a tendency to the left, you will be well served and stay out of trouble. The greens are simply huge, and the playability will make it a fun round for everyone. St. Andrews Old Couse is the highest-ranked public course in the world, and anyone who meets the requisite handicap can play a round.
• The Royal Troon Golf Links: This golf course will be etched in the memories of fans around the world as the host to one of the most spectacular finishes ever seen in a Major championship. Positioning off the tee is the key to a good game. On the early holes, the key characteristic is the strong bunkering. You also need to pay attention to the sand, and a strokesaver will definitely save you a few shots.