Destination Guide
Florida Golf Trip Guide
Florida is the closest thing the US has to a year-round golf destination. Streamsong Resort delivers three world-class designs in an unlikely setting — former phosphate mining land in central Florida. TPC Sawgrass is home to The Players Championship. Innisbrook has the Copperhead Course. World Woods has two Tom Fazio layouts for less than $130/round.
Best time to visit: October — April (ideal winter escape from northern cold)
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The cheat sheet
- Typical cost:
- $900 to $1,800 per person for a 3-night weekend, depending on where you base.
- Best time:
- October to April (60 to 75°F, low humidity). Summer is hot, humid and stormy.
- Top courses:
- Streamsong (Black, Red, Blue), TPC Sawgrass Stadium Course, Innisbrook Copperhead, World Woods Pine Barrens.
- For partners:
- Depends on the base: St. Augustine near Sawgrass, Ybor City and Tampa near Streamsong, theme parks from Orlando.
Best Courses
Top picks across Florida
Streamsong Black
PremiumGil Hanse design. The newest and most dramatic of the three Streamsong courses. Links-style on reclaimed phosphate land — rumpled fairways, massive bunkers, no trees.
$225–350/round
Streamsong Red
PremiumBill Coore & Ben Crenshaw. The most natural of the three courses — wide fairways, imaginative green complexes, subtle. Many golfers' favourite of the three.
$175–325/round
TPC Sawgrass — Stadium Course
Bucket listPete Dye. Home of The Players Championship. The famous island green 17th is the most played par-3 in the world. Ponte Vedra Beach, near Jacksonville.
$250–400/round
Innisbrook — Copperhead Course
PremiumHost of the Valspar Championship PGA Tour event. Demanding, tree-lined, well-conditioned. Palm Harbor, near Tampa and Clearwater.
$150–280/round
Streamsong Blue
PremiumTom Doak. The shortest and quirkiest of the Streamsong trio — imaginative routing, quirky holes, more fun than the other two on a second visit.
$175–300/round
World Woods — Pine Barrens
Mid-rangeTom Fazio. Best value in Florida — consistently ranked one of the top 100 courses in the US at under $130/round. Brooksville, 45 min north of Tampa.
$80–130/round
Partner Activities
What non-golfers do in Florida
St. Augustine Historic District
45 minutes from TPC Sawgrass. The oldest city in the US — Castillo de San Marcos, Flagler College, cobblestone streets. A full day of walking history with excellent seafood restaurants.
Free to explore
Tampa Riverwalk & Ybor City
Near Streamsong. Tampa's Riverwalk is walkable and attractive; Ybor City is the historic Cuban quarter with unique nightlife. Cigar rolling demonstrations and classic Cuban sandwiches.
Free to explore
Gulf Coast Beaches
Clearwater Beach and St. Pete Beach are 90 minutes from Streamsong. Consistently ranked among the best beaches in the US — fine white sand, calm Gulf water, excellent sunsets.
Free
Everglades Airboat Tour
South Florida option if combining with a Miami start or end. Airboat rides through the sawgrass marsh are genuinely unique — alligators up close, dramatic flat landscapes.
$40–75/person
Amelia Island
An hour north of TPC Sawgrass. Quiet, upscale barrier island with excellent beaches, the Ritz-Carlton spa, and a charming historic downtown. Good day trip or overnight add-on.
Free to explore
Busch Gardens Tampa
Near Streamsong. For groups with partners who want a full entertainment day rather than historical or nature experiences. Not for everyone — but reliably popular when the group includes someone who needs the option.
$80–130/person
Where to Stay
Hotels near the best courses
Streamsong Resort
On-property at all three Streamsong courses. The only logical base for a Streamsong trip. Lodge-style rooms, excellent restaurant, fire pit. Remote — no distractions, pure golf focus.
$250–450/night
Ponte Vedra Inn & Club
Near TPC Sawgrass. Full resort with beach access, spa, and its own courses. Historic property with a loyal following. Golf packages available.
$300–600/night
Innisbrook Resort
On-property at four courses including Copperhead. Self-contained resort with pools, spa, multiple restaurants. Good for groups that want everything in one place without driving.
$200–400/night
Packing Guide
What to bring to Florida
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Frequently Asked Questions
Florida golf trip FAQ
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Plan your Florida golf trip
5 questions, dual itinerary for golfers and partners, one shareable link.
From the blog
Further reading
Florida for Non-Golfers: A Partner's Guide
Different golf bases give different partner experiences. Streamsong, TPC Sawgrass, Innisbrook, Orlando.
Golf Trip Budget Breakdown
How Florida compares to Scottsdale and Myrtle Beach on total trip cost.
Best Bachelor Party Golf Destinations
Is Florida the right pick for a bachelor trip? Compared to the other top US destinations.
How to Plan a Golf Trip
Step-by-step planning guide — works for Florida as well as every other destination.
Planning a Golf Trip With Non-Golfers
Florida partner options by region — Gulf Coast, Jacksonville, Tampa, and Everglades.
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