Tralee Golf Club

Tralee Golf Club, designed by Arnold Palmer and opened in 1984, occupies one of the most stunning links settings in Ireland — a rugged peninsula north of Tralee town where the Atlantic coast of Kerry meets the Brandon Mountain range. Palmer, who described the site as 'the most beautiful I have ever seen', created a course that embraces its dramatic natural surroundings with holes carved from genuine duneland, along cliff edges and through ancient castle ruins.

The course divides neatly into two contrasting halves. The outward nine plays through more gentle links terrain, building in quality and drama before the turn. The inward nine is among the most spectacular in Ireland — holes 13 through to 16 play across cliff edges and ravines with the full force of the Atlantic visible below. The 17th, a short par-3 played across a chasm with no bail-out option, is one of the most photographed holes in world golf. The castle ruins on the 14th and 15th holes add a layer of historical theatre unmatched anywhere.

Tralee welcomes visitors throughout the year at green fees of €150–€200, making it more accessible than Old Head or Ballybunion while delivering a genuinely world-class experience. No handicap certificate is required for most visitor slots. The clubhouse offers excellent food and a comprehensive pro shop. Tralee town, just 20 minutes away, provides a wide range of accommodation options making it an ideal base for a multi-course Kerry golf break.