Iceland Travel Guide
Golf in Iceland
Play under the midnight sun · 65+ courses · Lava fields & fjord views
Midnight Golf — Tee Off at 11pm
Iceland's long summer nights make midnight golf one of the country's most unique experiences. From late May through July, the sun barely dips below the horizon — giving golfers natural daylight around the clock.
When to Play
- Sun barely sets. Midnight rounds in full daylight.
- July — Excellent. Still bright until 11–12pm.
- ~May & August — Late evening rounds possible, twilight rather than full midnight sun.
The Arctic Open
Akureyri Golf Club hosts the legendary Arctic Open every year in late June — an internationally recognised tournament where players tee off at 10pm and complete their round after midnight, entirely under natural light.
Founded in 1986, the Arctic Open attracts golfers from around the world who want to experience playing under the midnight sun at 65.7° North latitude.
Midnight Golf Tip
Most Icelandic golf clubs allow you to book tee times in the evening throughout summer. Akureyri and Ness Golf Club are the most famous for midnight rounds, but almost any course works from late May to late July.
Did You Know?
Iceland has over 65 golf courses for a population of just 380,000 — one of the highest ratios of golf courses per capita in the world.
In June and July, the sun never fully sets in Iceland. Golfers at Akureyri can tee off at midnight under natural daylight.
The Arctic Open in Akureyri has been played under the midnight sun since 1986 — players tee off at 10pm and finish after midnight.
The Westman Islands Golf Club was partially buried by lava during the 1973 volcanic eruption. The course was rebuilt right next to the solidified lava flow.
Ness Golf Club was founded in 1934 — one of the oldest golf clubs in the Nordic countries.
Puffins are a genuine hazard at the Westman Islands Golf Club — they nest in burrows along the cliff-top fairways and occasionally wander across the greens.
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Öndverðanes
Öndverðanes býður upp á rólega golfupplifun í miðri heillandi náttúrufegurð Íslands. Gróskumiklir, smaragðsgrænir brautir, stráðir einstaka kylfusporum frá áköfum leikmönnum, teygja sig í átt að fjarlægum hæðum undir víðáttumiklum og oft dramatískum himni. Hér blandast áskorun leiksins óaðfinnanlega við kyrrð íslenskrar sveitar.

Nesklúbburinn — Reykjavík
Nesklúbburinn, sem stendur á grænum tanga sem teygir sig út í Atlantshafið, býður upp á ógleymanlega 18 holu upplifun. Njóttu krefjandi brauta, sérstakra sandgryfja og víðáttumikils útsýnis yfir djúpblátt hafið, fjarlæg fjöll og heillandi vita, allt undir víðáttumiklum himni Íslands.

Golfklúbbur Akureyrar — Arctic Open
Golfklúbbur Akureyrar er einn óvenjulegasti golfstaður á jörðinni, staðsettur á 65,5° norðlægrar breiddar, fyrir ofan Norðurheimskautsbaug. Þessi 18 holu völlur liggur í brattri hlíð fyrir ofan Akureyri, annarri stærstu borg Íslands, og býður hver hola upp á stórfenglegt útsýni yfir Eyjafjörð, lengsta fjörð Íslands, og borgina í fjarska, eins og sést á myndinni. Að spila golf í miðnætursólinni í stöðugu dagsbirtu er einstök og ógleymanleg golfupplifun.

Golfklúbbur Vestmannaeyja
Upplifðu óviðjafnanlega golfupplifun á Heimaey, þar sem gróskumiklir golfvellir mæta hrífandi sjávarhömrum og stórbrotinni fegurð gamalla hraunflæða. Þessi 18 holu völlur býður upp á stórkostlegt útsýni, með tignarlegu grænklæddu fjalli sem rís dramatískt undir heiðbláum himni, og gerir hvert högg að ógleymanlegri minningu.
Grafarholt golfvöllur — Reykjavík
Grafarholt golfvöllur er 18 hola meistarabraut á austurjaðri Reykjavíkur með stórkostlegt útsýni yfir Esju, borgina og Faxaflóa. Vindurinn gefur brautinni sérstakan karakter.
Keilir golfklúbbur — Hafnarfjörður
Keilir golfklúbbur er 18 hola braut í Hafnarfirði sem liggur í gegnum fornar hraunlengjur. Nafnið er dregið af hinum einkennilega keilulaga fjalli Keili í suðurhlíðinni.
Korpa golfklúbbur — Kópavogur
Korpa golfklúbbur í Kópavogi er 18 hola braut sem hentar leikendum á öllum stigum. Klúbbur er þekktur fyrir hlýlegt andrúmsloft og vandlægan rekstur.

Brautarholt golfvöllur — Reykjavík
Brautarholt golfvöllur er þægilegasta 9 hola braut miðbæjar Reykjavíkur. Hentar vel fyrir byrjendur, fjölskyldur og þá sem vilja snöggt hring á milli ferðamannastaðanna.
Garðabær golfklúbbur
Garðabær golfklúbbur er 18 hola braut í Garðabæ með framúrskarandi grasgæði og fallegt útsýni yfir Esju. Klúbbur er þekktur fyrir hlýlegt andrúmsloft og öflega íþróttastarfsemi.
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Book a Golf Experience in Iceland
Tee off under the midnight sun with a local guide. Golf packages, transfers and equipment rental available.
Map of Golf Courses
Most courses are clustered around Reykjavík, with notable courses in Akureyri and the Westman Islands.
️ Practical Information
Golf Season
The main season runs from May to October. Most courses close in winter due to frost. June and July are peak season for midnight golf.
Equipment Rental
Most Icelandic golf clubs offer club rental for visitors. Call ahead to reserve. Trolleys and pull carts are widely available.
Green Fees
Green fees typically range from ISK 6,000–12,000 (€40–80) for 18 holes. Members of affiliated clubs may receive discounts.
Weather
Icelandic weather is unpredictable. Always bring a waterproof jacket regardless of the forecast. Wind can dramatically affect play.
Getting There
Most Capital Region courses are 15–30 minutes from central Reykjavík by car. Akureyri is a 45-minute flight or 5-hour drive from Reykjavík.
Booking
Book tee times directly through each club's website. Summer weekends fill up fast — reserve 1–2 weeks ahead during peak season.
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