Golf in Taiwan: Best Golf Courses and Travel Tips
Are you looking for a new destination for your next golf holiday? A place that offers a world-class golf course, breathtaking scenery, and an easy mix of culture and relaxation? Golf in Taiwan is your answer! Not as lively as Thailand, nor as far away as Japan or South Korea, Taiwan provides a unique golf experience. You will make your swing at a lush golf course, unwind at luxurious clubhouses, and stroll around a bustling night market after the game. Your journey to Taiwan will be the perfect combination of sports, relaxation, and local discovery. So, are you ready to embark on this exciting trip?
Why Should We Play Golf in Taiwan?
Taiwan may not be the name that comes to mind when you plan your golf vacation, but it does make this island unique. With its pleasant weather, diverse terrain, and rich culture, Taiwan is an emerging and profound golf destination for those who want to combine sports, exploration, and relaxation at once. In this part, let’s find out why more and more international golfers choose Taiwan to be the destination of their golf holiday!
Firstly, Taiwan stands out as an attractive golf destination due to its rich natural terrain. Players might have a chance to make their swing at lush mountains, deep valleys, and picturesque seaside streets. Golf courses in Taiwan are designed to make full use of natural landscapes, allowing golfers to play in the majestic jungle. Every golf course is not only a technical challenge but also a beautiful view of nature in Taiwan, which you cannot find anywhere else.
Secondly, Taiwan offers competitive golf costs. Compared to other regional countries, Taiwan enables visitors to experience world-class golf courses at a very affordable price. Most of the golf courses here are in good maintenance, have high-quality greens, and offer professional services and modern amenities such as spas, hotels, and restaurants. Just imagine, after a challenging golf round at a top-notch golf course, you go straight to the spa to ease your muscles and then recharge your energy with a delicious meal at the spa, all inside the golf course! This is really something you need to try once in your life.
Lastly, you can easily combine golf with other interesting activities. After the golf round in the morning, it’s time to indulge in the Beitou hot spring, enjoy street food at Shilin Night Market, or explore the traditional village in Maokong. Taiwan is not only a favourable golf destination but also a place for those who are looking for a diverse travel experience.
Best Golf Courses in Taiwan
Ta Shee Golf & Country Club
Ta Shee Golf & Country Club has long been regarded as a symbol of golf in Taiwan. The stadium was designed by the legendary Robert Trent Jones Jr., considering a challenging and beautiful golf course.
Ta Shee Golf & Country Club
The course consists of 27 holes and is divided into three small courses: A, B, and C, which combine spacious and fast green fairways and a flexible bunker system. Making use of natural terrain, the course design offers scenic views overlooking the distant green mountains and the poetic Toucian River. With the constant altitude changes, not only is the technical difficulty increased, but also a unique feeling of “floating’ is brought when standing on the tee box.
Ta Shee Golf & Country Club has hosted large-scale international tournaments such as the Johnnie Walker Classic, drawing thousands of the world’s top golfers. This not only affirms the quality of the stadium but also reflects the professionalism of the organization and service here. Furthermore, combining modern East Asian style with first-class facilities, the golf course provides an ideal space to relax after the game. If you want to start your golf holiday in Taiwan in an impressive and first-class way, Ta Shee Golf & Country Club is the first choice.
Orient Golf & Country Club
It takes only a 30 minute’s drive from Taoyuan International Airport to get to Orient Golf & Country Club, a first-class golf course set in a quiet and nature-friendly atmosphere. Known as the “Secret Garden of Golf in Taiwan,” this course has left a deep impression with its green space, intelligent layout design, and dedicated service. The course has 18 holes, designed by famous architect Isao Aoki, the Japanese legend.
Orient Golf & Country Club
When visiting the course, many golfers said they were immediately impressed by the meticulous care taken, from fairway to green, which are soft and stable all year round. In spring and autumn, cool weather and seasonal scenery make every golf course here like an eco-park tour.
Besides golf courses, Orient Golf & Country Club has a modern clubhouse, a restaurant that serves high-quality Japanese food, comfortable parking lots, and professional caddy teams who can speak English and are very friendly to international tourists.
Spending a day playing golf at Orient Golf & Country Club is not only an opportunity to improve your skill but also an ideal time to relax and recharge in the midst of peaceful nature, a very unique feature that you can only find at the best golf courses in Taiwan.
Sunrise Golf & Country Club
Sunrise Golf & Country Club is one of the most beautiful and challenging golf courses in Taiwan. Many professional tournaments have been held here, including the Fubon LPGA Taiwan Championship, which has attracted many top golfers in the world.
This 27-hole golf course designed by Bob McFarland, a famous golf architect, covers the ever-changing hilly terrain. Although the course features a large fairway, it is not easy to hit deep, green bunkers, especially since strategic large lakes appear in many pits. To conquer this course, players have to calculate carefully, and the reward is the “eye-catching” mountain view and fresh air.
Sunrise Golf & Country Club
Apart from the satisfying golf experience, visitors also benefit from modern amenities such as a luxurious clubhouse, resort, swimming pool, saunas, a restaurant that serves Chinese, Japanese, and Western dishes, and five-star hotel lounges. Many international golfers choose to stay on the golf courses and enjoy a complete quality golf holiday.
The best time to play golf at Sunrise Golf & Country Club is in autumn, when the air is cold, the sky is blue, and the natural scenery is full of poetry. Playing golf in that scene is like you are the main character in a movie. If you are looking for a destination that combines golf, vacation, and advanced leisure, Sunrise Golf & Country Club is the perfect choice for you when visiting Taiwan.
Miramar Golf Country Club
Are you seeking a golf destination with easy accessibility from the city centre and premium quality, then Miramar Golf Country Club is a great choice. Only a 30 minute’s drive from Taiwan, this golf course is the top priority of businessmen and foreigners living in Taiwan.
Miramar’s highlight is the legendary Jack Nicklaus’s international standard design with the style of “strategic attack,” which requires players to carefully consider every blow. This 27-hole course is divided into three 9-hole courses: gold, blue, and green. Each course has a unique layout, with undulating terrain, strategic lakes, and challenging deep bunkers.
Miramar Golf Country Club
The course is not only outstanding in design but also famous for its perfect site conditions all year round—smooth, green, fast, and stable. It is also one of a few golf courses in Taiwan that has hosted Asian-level tournaments and has received many distinguished guests from the region.
Notably, the course has a clubhouse, which is built in a modern and exquisite style and equipped with various advanced facilities such as a restaurant, a luxurious lounge, a beautiful and clean parking lot, and a professional and friendly caddy team. In particular, this course also has a high-quality driving range, suitable for professional players and beginners.
With a convenient location, first-class design, and standard five-star service quality, Miramar Golf & Country Club is a destination not to be missed if you want to experience golf right in the city!
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National Golf Country Club
Nestled in the lush green of Miaoli, National Golf Country Club is an ideal destination for those who want to escape the hustle of the city and freely make their swing in the middle of nature. It takes approximately 50 minutes to drive from Taichung city, this golf course offers a perfect combination of smart design, challenging terrain, and fresh air.
Designed to international standards, this 18 holes par 72 course features winding fairways along the slopes, moderately undulating greens, and strategically placed sand traps. Some holes have expansive views of the Central Mountain Range, creating the feeling of playing golf in the middle of pristine nature.
National Golf Country Club
It is no coincidence this golf course has been chosen as the venue for major tournaments such as the LPGA Taiwan Championship. The quality of the course, service, and facilities here are all highly appreciated, from the professional driving range to the modern clubhouse, restaurant, locker room, and relaxing lounge after playing.
Another advantage is that the climate in the area is relatively cool and pleasant all year round, very suitable for playing golf even in the summer. Golfers might have a chance to breathe fresh air and immerse themselves in the cool, gentle, green space but remain challenged.
With its natural design, professional service, and quiet space, the National Golf & Country Club is undoubtedly a special highlight of your golf trip to explore the central part of Taiwan.
What to Do After Playing Golf in Taiwan?
One thing that makes up the attractiveness of Taiwan is the ability to combine golf with cultural activities, local cuisine exploration, and relaxation, all in one day! You might be surprised by the bustling atmosphere of the city, the peaceful pace of nature, the hot spring bath, and the legendary street food. Here are the top things to do in Taiwan for the best experience!
Relax in the hot spring
There is nothing that can beat the feeling of immersing yourself in the hot spring bath after the challenging golf round. Areas such as Beitou, Guanziling, and Jiaoxi are all famous for high-quality hot springs. You can choose from traditional Japanese to modern hot spring baths. Trust me, after bathing, both your physical and mental health will be much better.
Hot spring in Beitou
Explore night market
Taiwan is known as the “kingdom of night markets.” After your golf round, you can visit the Shilin Night Market (Taipei), Fengjia (Taichung), or Liuhe (Kaohsiung) to enjoy famous dishes such as iron eggs, fried chicken, coffin bread, or fresh milk pearls. The bustling atmosphere and vibrant aromas will make you easily addicted to wandering around here at night.
Shilin Night Market (Taipei)
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Experience traditional tea culture
If you love tranquillity and want to discover local traditional culture, spending time visiting famous tea productions such as Maoking (Taipei), Lugu (Nantou), or Alishan (Chiayi) will be a great idea. You can join a tea ceremony, learn how to make traditional tea, and admire the green tea hills in the afternoon light. A gentle, relaxing activity but full of Taiwanese culture!
Tea production site in Maoking (Taipei)
Stroll around the city and visit famous attractions
After a day exercising on the course, if you still have energy, let your feet wander to the city’s famous attractions, such as Taipei 101, Jiufen Old Street, Tainan’s Anping Fortress, or Kaohsiung’s Art Harbour. Taiwan is compact and easy to get around, so it’s possible to combine golf with city sightseeing, even in just a few hours in the afternoon.
Jiufen Old Street
Combine your travel with beach relaxation
If you love the sea, expand your holiday and visit Kenting, Taitung, or Hualien. These places have white sand, crystal blue water, and a leisurely lifestyle, ideal places to “reset” after days of conquering grass. Some golf courses in Taiwan are also close to the beach, allowing you to enjoy cool breeze winds while playing golf.
Beach at Kenting
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Some Helpful Tips
To make your best time in Taiwan, you should note down these tips below:
- Choose the right time to play golf: Because golf is an outdoor activity, choosing the right time to kick off your holiday is important. The time between October and April is the best time to play golf. During this period, Taiwan experiences cool weather and minimal rainfall, which is especially pleasant in the north and central regions. Summer (from june to september) usually hot and humid with a high possibility of storms. Therefore, if you go to Taiwan at this time, booking tee times in the morning should be wise.
- How to book tee times and weekend notice: Some courses allow booking tee times online in English, but many prioritise making reservations by phone calls or through hotels. Therefore, if you go with a group or on a weekend, book ahead 1-2 weeks to reserve good tee times.
- How to get to a golf course: Most golf courses in Taiwan are located outside the city centre; thus, you should have a private driver or tour that covers transfer. Since you might bring clubs and other equipment, travel by bus or train might be inconvenient.
- Follow the dress code and caddie: In Taiwan, golfers are asked to wear collared shirts, long pants (or golf shorts), and soft-spiked shoes. Some courses have stricter rules, so you should prepare your attire from the start. Additionally, caddie service is mandatory at high-end courses. Caddies in Taiwan are usually professional and cheerful, and a common tip after a round is around 300-500 TWD (about $10-$15).
- Golf prices and payment method: Compared to Japan or Korea, the cost of golf in Taiwan is significantly cheaper; however, the golf experience in general is still the same. With an 18-hole round, you will pay 2,000 – 4,500 TWD (about $63 – $150) depending on the golf course and play time. Most golf courses accept visa card, however, remember to bring cash for tips or to buy small items.
In summary, with diverse natural landscapes, an international golf course system, professional services, and the harmonious combination of golf with culture and relaxation, Taiwan is worth being on every golfer’s bucket list. Whether you are golfers who are eager to test your skills at challenging courses or unwind for a while, Taiwan has something for everyone. Don’t miss this chance to make your perfect swing in the lush green, enjoy traditional tea after a golf game, and uncover the hidden charm of this island. Contact us right away to plan your complete golf holiday in Taiwan!
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