The Royal Dublin Golf Club

The Royal Dublin Golf Club, founded in 1885 by Mr. John Lumsden is steeped in golfing history and is widely accepted as one of the greatest links courses in the world. It is located on Bull Island in Dublin Bay, a Unesco nature reserve, accessed by passing over a wooden bridge. The championship links is 3 miles from Dublin city centre and a 20 minute drive from Dublin Airport. Though common in Ireland, there are only 246 authentic links courses in the world and The Royal Dublin Golf Club is proud to be a member of this exclusive group. The course, designed by renowned architect Harry Colt, is celebrated for its challenging layout, scenic coastal views, and rich history. The champi­onship-standard practice facility, known as ‘the Garden’, con­tains all you need to prepare yourself for the challenging game.