Dublin & Ireland’s East Coast
Dublin and Ireland's East Coast offer the perfect blend of outstanding golf, rich history, and vibrant culture. Home to renowned courses such as Portmarnock, The Island, and County Louth (Baltray), this region features some of Ireland's finest links golf, all within easy reach of the country's capital city. Golfers can enjoy challenging seaside layouts by day and experience Dublin's lively pubs, historic landmarks, and thriving culinary scene by night.
The East Coast is also an excellent introduction to Irish golf, combining world-class courses with convenient travel connections and a wide variety of cultural attractions. Whether you're beginning or ending a golf journey through Ireland, this region provides a memorable mix of championship golf and authentic Irish experiences.
Why Golfers Love It
World-Class Links Courses
Easy Access from Dublin Airport
Historic Castles & Landmarks
Lively Pubs & Irish Culture
Ideal for Short Golf Getaways
Featured Courses
Portmarnock Resort and Jameson Golf Links
Set along a rugged coastal peninsula just 15 minutes from Dublin Airport, Portmarnock Resort & Jameson Golf Links is one of Ireland’s most accessible links golf experiences. It’s an ideal starting or finishing point for a golf trip to Ireland’s East Coast.
The 18-hole Jameson Golf Links is built across rolling dunes on the historic St. Marnock’s estate. Designed to embrace the natural landscape, the course features elevated tees, flowing fairways, and classic links challenges shaped by the ever-present coastal breeze.
A proven tournament venue, it has hosted professional and amateur events including the Ladies Irish Open and the Irish Challenge. With its strong links character and outstanding location, Portmarnock Resort offers a true taste of Irish coastal golf just minutes from Dublin.
Killeen Castle Golf Course
Located just 35 minutes from Dublin, Killeen Castle is one of Ireland’s premier parkland golf destinations, set within a stunning 600-acre estate in Ireland’s Ancient East. At the heart of the property sits a magnificent 12th-century castle, visible from many points around the course, adding a unique sense of history to the experience.
The Jack Nicklaus Signature Course is a true championship layout and one of the top-ranked parkland courses in Ireland. Host to major professional events including the Irish Challenge and the Solheim Cup, it consistently delivers a high-level test of golf in immaculate condition.
Wide fairways, strategic bunkering, and a thoughtful design make the course both challenging and enjoyable for all skill levels. With outstanding practice facilities and a modern clubhouse, Killeen Castle offers a complete golf experience just outside Ireland’s capital.
The Island Golf Club
Founded in 1890, The Island Golf Club is one of Ireland’s oldest and most respected links courses, set among some of the most dramatic dunes on the East Coast near Malahide, just outside Dublin.
This traditional links layout has earned a strong international reputation, consistently ranked among the top courses in Ireland and trusted as a host venue for elite amateur and professional qualifying events, including Open Championship Regional Qualifying.
True to its links heritage, the course offers a pure and natural test of golf, with rolling dunes, firm fairways, and a layout shaped entirely by the coastal landscape. It is both challenging and rewarding, making it a must-play for golfers visiting the Dublin region.