Take I-20 West toward Augusta and follow appropriate traffic and parking signs to the Tournament. Free Masters parking is available at Augusta National Golf Club
Augusta National Golf Club
Augusta National Golf Club, sometimes referred to as Augusta or the National, is one of the most famous and exclusive golf clubs in the world, located in Augusta, Georgia, United States. Unlike most private clubs which operate as non-profits, Augusta National is a for-profit corporation, and i…
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Can I tour August Augusta National Golf Club?
Augusta National Golf Club does not offer tours. It is a private club and is not open to the public with the exception of Masters week. During Masters week, public visitors must provide a proper badge (ticket) in order to be permitted entry.
Where is the best place to sit at Augusta National?
One of the best viewing spots at Augusta National is the bleachers behind the 12th tee. Mike Bailey/Golf Advisor Those areas next to the ropes are for sitting, not standing, made even better with an official Masters folding chair.
When does the Masters golf tournament take place?
The Masters Golf Tournament usually takes place each year in early April. The 2022 Masters begins with the first practice round on Monday, April 4 and concludes with the fourth round on Sunday, April 10, 2022. Going to future Masters?
Is the Masters open to the public?
During Masters week, public visitors must provide a proper badge (ticket) in order to be permitted entry. The rest of the year, it is open only to club members and their guests. At Roadtrips, we understand that there is no “one-size fits all” package when it comes to experiencing major sporting events.
How do you attend the Masters golf tournament?
Every person must possess their own ticket to the practice rounds or tournament, regardless of age. The Masters offers a Junior Pass program for Series Badge patrons, and those who qualify are contacted directly by the Masters Tournament with the details of the program. No other ticket holders qualify.
Can you drive through Augusta National?
No. Augusta National Golf Club is a private club and is only accessible to club members and their guests. The public may visit the course only during the Masters Tournament and only with the proper ticket or badge.
How much does it cost to play a round of golf at Augusta?
There are roughly 300 members of Augusta National, and being invited by one of them is the quickest way to get a round in at the famous course. Members are allowed to bring a guest on the course for a relatively small fee of $40.
Can you bring your cell phone to the Masters?
ELECTRONIC DEVICES (INCLUDING PHONES, LAPTOPS, TABLETS, AND BEEPERS) ARE STRICTLY PROHIBITED ON THE GROUNDS AT ALL TIMES. ANY DEVICE BEING USED TO RECORD AND/OR TRANSMIT VOICE, VIDEO, OR DATA IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
Can you wear jeans to the Masters?
The official Masters dress code states that appropriate clothing and shoes should be worn at all times. Jeans are not allowed. Golf shoes with spikes are also not allowed. Only the players behind the ropes can wear them.
How do you park at the Masters?
The golf course offers free parking at its lots on a first-come, first-serve basis. As the onsite lots get full quickly, it is always better to find parking at any offsite garages near the golf course.
Is Tiger a member at Augusta?
According to Golf Week, there are a few ways to play at the course. And getting invited by a member is one of them. However, despite being a 5-time champion at the Masters, Tiger Woods doesn't have a membership at the Augusta.
How much does it cost to play 18 holes at Augusta?
$27Non-Member Rates at Augusta MunicipalWeekday Rates (Monday-Thursday)9 Holes Walking$1018 Holes Riding$279 Holes Riding$19Hero Card$2215 more rows
Where do the golfers stay during the Masters?
What is the Crow's Nest? The Crow's Nest is a cabin on the property of Augusta National open to any amateur in the Masters field that wants to stay there.
Can you take photos at the Masters?
Bring a camera! Cameras are only permitted during the Masters practice rounds, not during the tournament rounds. This is your opportunity to take pictures on Augusta National. While you can take pictures, you still cannot bring your phone onto the course.
What time do the gates open at Masters?
8 AMThe Augusta National Golf Club has allocated a very large area of free parking spaces during the Masters Tournament. During the tournament, gates open at 8 AM daily.
What is not allowed at the Masters?
Cell phones, Cameras and Electronic Devices Cell phones, beepers and other electronic devices are strictly prohibited on the grounds at all times. Cameras are strictly prohibited on Tournament days (Thursday - Sunday) but allowed on practice rounds days (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday).
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Where is the oak tree at the Masters?
DO: Check out the sprawling live oak between the first tee and the clubhouse. It’s a beehive of activity all week, and you’ll see anyone who’s anyone in the game of golf, from pros to caddies to administrators to broadcasters. Safe to say, the oak tree at the Masters is the epicenter of golf. It’s also adjacent to the first tee and to the practice putting green, which provides superior close-ups of the smoothest strokes in the game.
Where to see tee shot at Augusta National?
My colleague John Garrity cites the area behind the tee box at the downhill par-3 sixth as “Augusta National’s most thrilling spectator perch,” though some argue that the hillside below the tee box is even better. You can’t see the tee shot from there, but you can see them land. You can also pivot to the right and see the results at the par-3 16th green.
Where to get autographs at Masters?
DO: Attempt to get autographs where and when appropriate. According to the Patrons Info section of the Masters website, www.masters.com, autograph seeking is only allowed around the practice range and on the Par-3 course during the Par-3 Contest. The best spots to seek autographs are next to the roped entrance and exit areas at the practice putting green and short-game area. The best time to ask are when players have completed their practice session.
Where to take a photo at Augusta?
DO: Pose for a photo in front of the clubhouse, alongside the famous flowerbed that holds the Augusta flag. A club-approved commercial photographer will take the shot, or else you can use your own camera Monday through Wednesday. Lines can get very long, especially in the afternoon, so go early. It’s worth it just to see the clubhouse and famous Magnolia Lane, the club’s main entrance.
Where to view azaleas at 13th hole?
Another preferred vantage spot is at the outside elbow of the dogleg at the par-5 13 th, where azaleas, bunkers, fairways and Rae’s Creek are all on display and where the risk/reward second shot is one of the greatest ever devised. Unfortunately, additional tree plantings in recent years have obscured some of the superior viewing opportunities at 13, even as it’s made the hole more challenging for players.
Do you get a platinum badge at the Masters?
DO: Come hungry. Masters Series Badges are considered one of sport’s Golden Tickets. The platinum upgrade would be a Clubhouse Badge. If you have Clubhouse credentials, you can savor two of golf’s greatest dining experiences: lunch in the members-only clubhouse and lunch on the lawn next to the huge live oak that abuts the clubhouse. The green-and-white jumbo umbrellas that shade the tables are as ubiquitous at the Masters as Magnolia Lane and the green jacket.
Where is the Masters played?
The Masters takes place every year at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia.
How many days is the Masters Golf Tournament? What is the best day to attend the Masters?
The Masters Tournament is seven days long, beginning with the practice rounds on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, and concluding with the four tournament rounds that run from Thursday to Sunday. Each day of the tournament offers something a little different and the best day to attend is largely a matter of personal preference.
Who makes the cut at the Masters Tournament?
After round two on Friday, the top 50 players ( and ties) move on, along with anyone else within 10 strokes of the leader.
What do you get for winning the Masters Golf Tournament?
The winner of the Masters receives the iconic green jacket and also an impressive purse: in 2021, the first place prize money was $2.07 million. Second place winner Will Zalatoris took home $1.24 million.
What is the Champions Dinner at the Masters?
A long-standing tradition, the Champions Dinner is held the Tuesday of Masters week. The exclusive guest list is made up of past Masters champions. Also known as the Masters Club Dinner, the previous year’s Master’s winner acts as host and selects the menu. The dinner is held at Augusta National Golf Club.
What is the weather like during the Masters?
The weather in April in Augusta is typically quite pleasant, with average daytime highs in the 60s.
What are the best spots at Augusta National to watch the Masters?
There’s no one answer here, Augusta National has plenty of great vantage points and of course personal preference plays a factor as well. Some of our favourite places to watch the action include:
1. Down in front
Okay, there's an order to things here at Augusta National. Areas for patrons with chairs are even roped off, and patrons get there mighty early in the morning to claim their spot. If you're wandering the course, trying to follow a particular group, you'll need to be tall or find a nice hill or bleachers to watch the action.
2. Leave your cell phones in the car
Or in the hotel room. I mean, they're adamant about this.
3. Don't wear a green blazer
If you're going to be a good patron, you've got leave that green jacket in the car or at home or in the hotel room. Those are reserved for members and past champions. You don't want to cause any confusion out there, impersonating Doug Ford or Condoleezza Rice. If you must wear a blazer, pick a plaid one from the tournament that follows the Masters.
4. Smoke the fattest cigar you can find
I don't know if there's a better place to smoke cigars than where most of the old legends used to smoke Lucky Strikes and Camels.
5. Shop, but not 'til you drop
Okay, if you're going to the Masters, you have to bring back lots of souvenirs for everyone, but not too many. After all, if you're one of the those patrons who comes out of the massive Masters merchandise building with $50,000 worth of memorabilia, it's pretty obvious you're hitting the secondary market for your own gain, and that ain't cool.
6. Save room for Masters Mini Moonpies
I mean, other than the Masters, when do you get to eat these things? I don't even know where to find regular moon pies in the grocery stores anymore. They've had them at Augusta National forever. I think there's marshmallow in them and there's chocolate on the outside, a winning combo.
7. Arrive early and stay at Augusta late
What else are you going to do while in Augusta? Sleep in at your $300-a-night Super 8 crash pad? Breakfast at the Waffle House and dinner at Hooters (two of many blue collar staples on Washington Rd.)? Instead, take it all in. Get there at the crack of dawn and stay until the last putt is holed. And why not? Food is affordable at the Masters.
Visiting the Augusta Area
This year, we’re pleased to be attending the Par 3 practice round and taking a tour of Columbia County, courtesy of Columbia County Convention & Visitors Bureau. We’re looking forward to seeing the great things Columbia County has going on and sharing advice on making visits to Augusta the ultimate Masters experience!
10 Tips to Visiting the Masters Tournament
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Visit Augusta and Enjoy the Masters
In a normal year, the Masters Golf Tournament takes place each year in early April. The 2020 Masters begins with the first practice round on Monday, November 9 and concludes with the fourth round on Sunday, November 15, 2020.