The thought of playing golf may scream “atas sport” to many because of its fancy equipment and country club memberships. But, even for those who’ve only had experience playing a casual game of mini golf or at the golf driving range, it can still be pretty accessible thanks to public golf courses in Singapore with on-site equipment rental.
Alternatively, check out golf simulators for a realistic and budget-friendly golf driving range experience in Singapore.
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While many of the golf courses and driving ranges in Singapore on this list provide equipment rental, those who are ready to commit to the hobby should consider getting a set of basic golf equipment to save on rental fees.
Here are a few of the basic equipment you need to get started:
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For men, a classic collared polo tee and khaki-style trousers or shorts will suffice. If you opt for shorts, make sure the length sits just above your knee.
As for women, short-sleeved and sleeveless collared tops are commonly available. You can pair these with similar khaki-style shorts, or, alternatively, go with a chic golf skort for a more feminine look. There are also golf dresses if you don’t like the hassle of coordinating.
With the hot and sunny weather in Singapore, you might also want to consider getting a cap or visor to provide some shade for your eyes on the green.
| Golf course & driving ranges | Best features | Equipment rental | Price |
| Orchid Country Club | Wide range of facilities, staycation option | No | $250.70/visitor (18-holes weekdays) | $359.70/visitor (18-holes weekends & PH) |
| Mandai Executive Golf Course | Beginner-friendly, par 3 and 4 holes | $35/set with a $50 deposit | $38/pax (9-holes on weekdays) | $55/pax (9-holes on weekends and PH) |
| Laguna National Golf & Country Club | Attached to Dusit Thani Laguna resort | No (equipment available for purchase) | N/A |
| Changi Golf Club | Scenic sea views, challenging 9-hole course | No (pro-shop available) | From $65/visitor (9-holes on weekdays) | From $100/visitor (9-holes on weekdays) |
| Singapore Island Country Club | Multiple courses, championship venue | No | $36,000/1-year membership |
| Sentosa Golf Club | Scenic views, international awards | Yes | $420/visitor (weekdays) | $550/visitor (weekends and PH) |
| National Service Resort & Country Club | Exclusive for NSmen and families | No (pro-shop available) | $123.17/visitor (9-hole on weekdays) | $164.59/visitor (9-hole on weekends and PH) |
| Sembawang Country Club | Convenient for Northies, challenging course | No (pro-shop available) | $177.67/visitor (18-holes on weekdays) | $232.17/visitor (18-holes on weekends) |
| Seletar Country Club | Countryside vibes, peaceful setting | No | $376.05/visitor (18-holes on weekdays) | $485.05/visitor (18-holes on weekends and PH) |
| Bukit Batok Golf Centre Driving Range | Large bays, anti-slip mats, fewer crowds | Yes | From $5.80/100 balls |
| Punggol Golf Driving Range | Affordable, beginner-friendly | Yes | From $8.72/100 balls |
| Keppel Club | Oldest club, challenging bunkers | No (pro-shop available) | $125.35/visitor (9-hole on weekdays) | $201.65/visitor (9-hole on weekends and public holidays) |
From beginner-friendly courses to resorts with scenic views, here are the best places to play golf in Singapore.
If you’d like to include golf as part of your weekend jaunt, consider Orchid Country Club, located in Yishun. That way, you can plan activities like a staycation in the 4-star Orchid Golf & Resort Hotel, or take a dip in their Olympic-sized swimming pool after a game or 2. Other facilities include the Little Skool-House preschool for kids while you’re out golfing.
Image credit: Orchid Country Club
In golf, a handicap is a measure of your golfing potential so that players of different levels can compete. For those playing here, non-members will need to pay $10.90 to undergo a quick handicap certification before starting the game. The Certification to Play will be valid for a month from the test date.
Equipment rental: No
Price: $250.70/visitor (18-holes on weekdays) | $359.70/visitor (18-holes on weekends and PH)
Orchid Country Club review: “Fun place to golf and swim at. Has ntuc with lots of vending machines and subway which is very convenient to access. Many golf bays including open air ones but can get hot so be warned coming in the day time.” – Tania Koh via Google
For golf newbies, Mandai Executive Golf Course is the place for you to go. It’s a public golf course in Singapore that offers a good variety of par 3 and par 4 holes, which are quite beginner-friendly.
If you’re just starting out on learning golf jargon, a par is the expectation of the number of strokes a golfer needs to finish their putt. Simply put, par 3 holes should only take 3 strokes to sink the ball into the hole.
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The place has a driving range available to grind swinging techniques, as well as Chip & Putt ($5/hour) – a type of mini golf in which the distances between holes are shorter than a normal game of golf. There’s also a driving range from $3.70/40 balls.
Equipment rental: $35/set with a $50 deposit
Price: $38++/pax (9-holes on weekdays) | $55++/pax (9-holes on weekends and PH)
Mandai Executive Golf Course review: “The last bastion of public golf in Singapore. A 9-hole to be cherished as long at it remains there. Staff, owners and patrons come here knlwing that we are all on borrowed time.” – Fabrice Binet via Google
If you’ve ever wondered why the word ‘Laguna’ was in Dusit Thani Laguna Singapore, that’s because it’s within the same grounds as Laguna National Golf & Country Club. It’s a convenient setup for golfers looking to spend a weekend golfing without travelling back and forth from home.
You can tee off with your kakis in 1 of their 2 18-hole championship golf courses at your own convenience. Non-Easties can also rejoice since it’s just a mere 15-minute ride away from Jewel Changi, so you can finally have an excuse to drop by after all that shopping and dining.
Unfortunately, the Laguna National Golf & Country Club does not allow walk-ins or public bookings. Your best bet to play on their green is to have an existing member invite you for tee time, or book a Stay & Play package at the nearby Dusit Thani Laguna Singapore hotel which starts from $550/night.
Equipment rental: No, but you can shop for equipment at The Shop at Laguna National.
Laguna National Golf Resort & Country Club review: “The fairways are of moderate strength and length and are well-maintained. The course is riddled with water hazards and bunkers, requiring precise calculation of landing areas to avoid them. Several turning points also require careful shot placement to prevent poor approach angles that could affect green attacks.” – Tony Hsieh via Google
Image credit: Lew Cf via Google Maps
For Easties looking for a challenging golf fix, Changi Golf Club should be on your list. You’ll have to conquer a 9-hole hilly course on undulating ground, which really puts your swings and putts to the test despite being a shorter course.
Located right next to the sea, this 9-hole golf club is a peaceful and scenic place for you to soak your troubles away with a couple of rounds of golf.
Equipment rental: No, but there is a pro-shop available.
Price: $65/visitor (9-holes on weekdays) | $100/visitor (9-holes on weekdays)
Changi Golf Club review: “Great 1st experience for a new golfer, Marshalls were very nice, helped me find my balls and gave me a lot of pointers at the tee box on where to aim even though im noob. Greens and grass also great condition. This course is really bang for your buck at 70-80 per round weekdays.” – Marcus via Google
Bukit Course, The Singapore Island Country Club.
Image credit: Emily Chung via Google Maps
The largest and most established golf country club in SG, Singapore Island Country Club boasts multiple courses you can choose from. Its most popular one, the Bukit Course, is an 18-hole championship course that has hosted various international events, along with a driving range for you to touch up on your skills.
Alternatively, you can go for the Island Course, a hilly and picturesque 18-hole golf course that also has a 2-tier driving range and 66 practice bays.
Price: $36,000/1-year membership
Singapore Island Country Club review: “Newly renovated course. Some new holes. The white tees are shorter than before renovations. Very playable course. Buggy still on track due to new grass. Greens slow as they are waiting for the roots to deepened.” – Denis Nyam via Google
Sentosa Golf Club is quite a big deal among golfing circles. It’s won international golf awards and hosted tournaments like the HSBC Women’s World Championships. The club offers 2 courses to choose from: The Serapong and The Tanjong. You’ll be treated to stunning water views surrounded by trees, which makes this place an oasis from the bustling CBD area.
And yes, you can get food here, with the likes of Golfers’ Terrace serving an array of cuisine, from local and Western to Japanese and Korean. There’s also Sushi Kondo, a fine dining restaurant serving fresh sushi and seasonal food during certain months.
Equipment rental: From $100/set
Price: $420/visitor (weekdays) | $550/visitor (weekends and PH)
Sentosa Golf Course review: “Exquisite golf course. Worth paying the green fees. We played in hot and very moist conditions but the course was exceptional. Well planned and laid out, fantastic amenities and world class club house! Bucket list course IMO.” – Tobias Preston via Google
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If you’re an NSman or a family member of one, the golf courses at National Service Resort & Country Club (NSRCC) are a good option, as memberships here are exclusive to NSmen only. If you’re an NSRCC member, green fees start from as low as $35.97, while family members can also have a go from $39.24.
They have 2 courses available – the main one is located in Changi, next to their big bungalow chalets and other facilities, so you can play during a staycay. However, you can also visit the course at Kranji if it’s more convenient for a quick round of golf.
Equipment rental: No, but you can visit the pro-shop for equipment and accessories.
Price: $123.17/visitor (9-holes on weekdays) | $164.59/visitor (9-holes on weekends and PH)
View the full list of NSRCC golfing prices.
NSRCC review: “Green is always fantastic and well maintain. Marshall always on the lookout for slow play. Missing star is due to the slow toilet refurbish process.” – Alex Kxxn via Google
Only a 10-minute drive from Khatib MRT Station, Sembawang Country Club is a convenient spot for Northies to swing by to play golf. If you’re up for a challenge or looking to go pro, head here to level up your skills. It’s built for more experienced golfers with its narrow fairways, multiple water hazards, and bunkers.
They also have a driving range and SingaGolf Academy – an indoor golf simulator with statistical data to monitor and improve your handicaps.
Equipment rental: No, but they have a TGL Store for golf gear and apparel.
Price: $177.67/visitor (18-holes on weekdays) | $232.17/visitor (18-holes on weekends)
Sembawang Country Club review: “For Golf lovers, go for it and find out how has this place being maintained for many many years. The journey inside is a good drive to see the green scenery. This place, the club itself is situated at a very unique location above the ground. Good for social gathering and even wedding functions.” – Abdul Jabbar Kachi via Google
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Seletar Country Club overlooks the Lower Seletar Reservoir and the Johor Straits, so expect to be whisked off to an idyllic countryside scene with its lush green landscape and man-made waterfalls around you. They’ve also got a range of sports facilities available, from a bowling alley to a basketball court, and you can definitely dine in after at one of their 7 restaurants.
Equipment rental: No
Price: $376.05/visitor (18-holes on weekdays) | $485.05/visitor (18-holes on weekends and PH)
View the full list of Seletar Country Club prices.
Image credit: @dmikezhan via Instagram
Though a little ulu, Bukit Batok Golf Range is worth visiting due to its smaller crowds and larger bays with anti-slip mats that help you focus solely on your shots. The range is designed with undulating streams and palm trees, so you don’t have to practise your swings just looking at a wide stretch of green.
The place here also offers a small bistro and beer garden if you want a drink with your friends after practice. Sadly, this public golf driving range in Singapore is set to be demolished by December 2026, so give it a visit before it’s too late.
Equipment rental: From $5/club.
Price: From $5.80/100 balls
Bukit Batok Golf Range review: “One of the 2 driving range in the West. Quite rundown though facilities are functional. Ball prices are slightly cheaper than those in private clubs, but the balls are generally poorer condition. Good practise for pitch shorts on the island greens.” – BC Quah via Google
If you’re a beginner who only has an interest in golf but doesn’t own the equipment, the affordable 2-tiered Punggol Golf Driving Range has got you covered. This golf driving range in Singapore offers equipment rental – perfect for those starting out.
They’ve also got private and group golf lessons available from $700/pax for 10 hours’ worth of coaching, should you wish to take your game to the next level. Besides that, those living in the North-East area would really dig this convenient heartland location if they’re down for a low-cost and quick practice sesh.
Equipment rental: $5/club with a $20 deposit
Price: From $8.72/100 balls
You’ve probably heard of Keppel Club if you’re an avid golfer – it’s Singapore’s oldest golf club that’s been open since 1904, although it moved from its Bukit Chermin grounds to a new course in Sime back in 2022. The club hosts a 2-tiered driving range with 58 bays, so you can practise your swings first before heading into their 18-hole golf course.
Its longstanding popularity is all thanks to the challenging course, featuring plenty of bunkers and steep terrains that make it difficult to judge where your ball might land after a swing. Be sure to look out for their par 5 holes, which are some of the most challenging ones you’ll find in Singapore.
Equipment rental: No
Price: $77.39/visitor (9-hole on weekdays) | $107.91/visitor (9-hole on weekends and public holidays)
Image credit: @vincentlandrito via Instagram
For those who prefer a more quirky version of golf, Kulnari Mystery Golf is the place to go. You’re not only golfing at this 1920s-themed, 18-hole golf course, but you’ve got a murder mystery to solve along the way.
Image credit: Kulnari Mystery Golf
Once you’ve reached the 9th hole, you can expect a cool in-house bar too. Take a seat here as you indulge in light bites while enjoying a wide range of drinks – there’s fruit juices, cocktails, and of course, alcohol too.
Buy tickets to Kulnari Mystery Golf.
Admission: From $35/pax
Kulnari Mystery Golf review: “Innovative blend of minigolf and whodunnit mystery, and well-executed on both fronts! The decor and atmosphere was on point and the minigolf was sufficiently fun and challenging. Fun escape into a thematic part of Boat Quay!” – Weiming X via Google
Image credits: GolfPass
Champions Public Golf Course closed at the end of 2023.
Marina Bay Golf Course closed its greens on 30th Jun 2024.
With this list of golf courses and driving ranges in Singapore to visit, you’ll definitely find a range you’ll love – whether you prefer scenic views, convenience, or one based on your skill level. So, even if you’re not the best at golf, have a swing at one of these golf courses.
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Cover image adapted from: Marina Bay Golf Course, mapio.net
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Article originally published on 10th March 2021. Last updated by Khoo Yong Hao on the 5th May 2026.
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