Playing Golf in Palermo
If you don’t have an Argentine golfer to act as host at a private club a great option is one of the public courses, such as the City of Buenos Aires Golf Course, located in Palermo.
On weekdays, after 2pm, you can play a round of 18 holes for just A$20 and for $30 on weekends. It is necessary to book a tee-time seven days in advance, which can be done online if you can handle the Spanish, or by calling the numbers below.
The usual rules about bringing your own clubs, dress codes of shirts and slacks apply, but they are not always enforced, especially in the case of foreigners. The course is generally well-maintained with plenty of challenging holes. Despite being within the metropolitan zone, it is of a substantial length.
The only indication that the metropolitan course is a little limited for space is the proximity of some of the fairways to each other, and the slightly dangerous positioning of some tee boxes. This means you have to be somewhat vigilant of wayward golf balls, especially since many Argentine players don’t follow the established custom of yelling, “FORE!” but instead try to warn you with a loud grunt or a yip.
Buenos Aires’ city golf course is a great value and convenient. As one New Yorker pointed out, it’s like being able to play a round of golf in Central Park for US$6.50.
Campo de Golf de la Cuidad de Buenos Aires
Avenida Torquist 6397
Palermo
Tel: 4772-7261/7576
Reservations: 4774-9158
