Los Angeles is not just famous for movies, the ocean, and shopping.

Among golf fans, it is known as a city that boasts some of the most prestigious courses in the United States. In particular, the three courses below are iconic spots that even professional players and golf enthusiasts recognize by name.

First is the Riviera Country Club. Located in Pacific Palisades, this prestigious course hosts the PGA Tour's 'Genesis Invitational' every year. Designed by George Thomas, it is notorious for its layout that requires strategy with every shot and its fast green speed. Many professional players have said, "It's much harder than it looks on TV." The course itself is excellently maintained, but it also holds significant status as a place where Hollywood stars and corporate CEOs are members. It is like the face of golf in LA.

Next is the Los Angeles Country Club. The fact that such a large golf course exists right in the middle of Wilshire Boulevard near Beverly Hills is astonishing. It is a members-only club consisting of the North Course and the South Course, and it gained worldwide attention when it was selected as the host of the 2023 US Open. Based on the classic design by Thomas & Bell, it has undergone several renovations, blending tradition with modern sensibilities. Although it is in the city, it is impressive that once you enter the course, you hardly feel the city noise.

Finally, there is the Wilshire Country Club. Located in Hancock Park, this traditional club opened in 1919 and is one of the most accessible prestigious courses in downtown LA.

Since being selected as the host of the LPGA Tour's 'LA Open' starting in 2018, it has become a central stage for women's professional tournaments. The holes arranged along the Las Palmas River flowing through the course create a unique landscape, and it boasts a calm atmosphere that is hard to believe is in the middle of the city.

All three of these places symbolize golf in Los Angeles, excelling in course maintenance, history, and reputation. However, since most are members-only clubs, it is not easy for the average golfer to access them. If you check in advance about visiting availability, guest regulations, and reservation procedures, you can prepare for a memorable round that will last a lifetime. Golf in LA is not just a sport; it is a culture.