Most avid golfers have several world-class golf courses they dream about visiting and playing one day. If you’re one of them, take a look at the iconic, must-play courses complied below. They’re some of the most stunning — and challenging — golf sites in the world.

The Top Golf Courses in the World

1. The Ocean Course at Hokuala, Kauai, USA

This gorgeous oceanfront course is a sight to behold with its spectacular seaside cliffs and colorful tropical gardens. It also has the honor of being a Jack Nicklaus Signature track, which means your game will be just as exciting as the landscape.

2. The Twenty Ten Course at Celtic Manor Resort, UK

One of three championship courses on Celtic Manor Resort’s 2,000 acres, the Twenty Ten Course is a golf lover’s dream. Surrounded by rolling green hills and leafy parkland, the challenging course has a par of 71 and features water hazards on half of its holes.

3. Chateau de Taulane, La Martre, France

Designed by the legendary pro Gary Player, this golf course features nearly 200 acres of gorgeous green surrounded by verdant mountains. With seven lakes and a number of holes carved out of the forest, it’s a must-visit course for French countryside enthusiasts. You can also stay at the upscale hotel, which is housed in an 18th-century castle and manor house.

4. Old Course at St. Andrews Links, Scotland

Believed to be the oldest golf course in the world, the Old Course dates back more than 600 years. Its unique layout features double greens and makes it a challenge for even the most seasoned professionals. It’s one of seven magnificent courses at St. Andrews Links, which also features multiple clubhouses and a golf academy.

While you work on checking off your dream golf course list, come enjoy the gorgeous 18-hole course right here in Dakota County, MN, at Hastings Golf Club & Events. Boasting 6,700 yards of lush greens and challenging sand traps, the event center also offers golf lessons and banquet facilities. Visit their website to learn more and book a tee time, or call (651) 437-4210 to inquire about golf lessons or banquet facilities.