Walla Walla Golf Trip Planning Guide
Walla Walla is Washington's premier wine destination with 120+ wineries, a charming walkable downtown, and solid golf options. The trip is more wine-and-dine than pure golf, but the courses are good and the tasting room crawl is genuinely world-class. Excellent for groups who want a more refined, less rowdy trip.
3 courses · 5 restaurants · 3 bars · 5 activities
Quick Facts
Summer, Fall
ALW (5 min drive)
$30–$125
$350/night
3 of 3
~$311/person
Sample 3-Day Itinerary
Here's a realistic 3-day itinerary for a group golf trip to Walla Walla. Every venue below is real and pulled from our curated database — no filler.
Day 1
Wine Valley Golf Club — links, $70–$125 · 4.5★
Dan Hixson links design through rolling wheat fields — one of the best public courses in Washington
Whitehouse-Crawford — farm to-table, $$$
Pacific NW fine dining in a converted planing mill — the best dinner in Walla Walla with a world-class wine list
Downtown Walla Walla Wine Walk — patio
30+ tasting rooms within walking distance downtown — the best wine crawl in Washington
Day 2
Veterans Memorial Golf Course — parkland, $30–$50 · 4.3★
Well-maintained muni with mature trees and Blue Mountain views — great value for the money
Walla Walla Wine Tasting Tour — half day, $20–$75/pp
120+ wineries producing world-class Syrah, Cab, and Merlot — walkable downtown or drive the southside vineyards
Saffron Mediterranean Kitchen — upscale, $$$
Mediterranean small plates with an emphasis on local ingredients and Washington wines
The Green Lantern — dive · Open late
Cash bar with karaoke, pool, and zero pretension — the counterweight to all the wine tasting
Day 3
Walla Walla Country Club — parkland, $50–$85 · 4.3★
Semi-private course that welcomes outside play — classic parkland layout in wine country
Hot Air Balloon Ride — 2-3 hours, $200–$300/pp
Sunrise balloon flights over the Blue Mountains and vineyard-covered valley
Brasserie Four — farm to-table, $$
French-inspired bistro with a great wine program and group-friendly atmosphere
Quirk Brewing — brewpub
Craft beer alternative to wine with a relaxed taproom and outdoor seating
Course-by-Course Guide
Walla Walla has 3 courses worth playing. 3 are walkable if you want to save on cart fees.
Wine Valley Golf Club
PremiumDan Hixson links design through rolling wheat fields — one of the best public courses in Washington
Veterans Memorial Golf Course
SolidWell-maintained muni with mature trees and Blue Mountain views — great value for the money
Walla Walla Country Club
SolidSemi-private course that welcomes outside play — classic parkland layout in wine country
Where to Stay
Walla Walla has 2 group-friendly lodging options in our database, starting at $350/night for the whole house. Several options include hot tubs — a non-negotiable for most groups.
$400–$1400/night
Sleeps 10–16 · Downtown or South Walla Walla — walkable to tasting rooms and restaurants
$350–$1100/night
Sleeps 10–14 · Southside vineyards — surrounded by wineries, 10 minutes from downtown
Group Dining Guide
5 restaurants vetted for group golf trips. Several can handle large parties without a reservation headache.
Whitehouse-Crawford
$$$Pacific NW fine dining in a converted planing mill — the best dinner in Walla Walla with a world-class wine list
Saffron Mediterranean Kitchen
$$$Mediterranean small plates with an emphasis on local ingredients and Washington wines
Brasserie Four
$$French-inspired bistro with a great wine program and group-friendly atmosphere
T Maccarone's
$$Beloved Italian spot with housemade pasta and a lively vibe — Walla Walla staple
Walla Walla Steak Co.
$$$$Wine Enthusiast's 100 Best Wine Restaurants — locally sourced steaks with an extensive Walla Walla Valley wine list
Nightlife
3 bars curated for groups. 1 stay open past midnight.
Downtown Walla Walla Wine Walk
30+ tasting rooms within walking distance downtown — the best wine crawl in Washington
The Green Lantern
Late NightCash bar with karaoke, pool, and zero pretension — the counterweight to all the wine tasting
Quirk Brewing
Craft beer alternative to wine with a relaxed taproom and outdoor seating
Activities Beyond Golf
5 off-course activities for rest days or afternoons.
Walla Walla Wine Tasting Tour
120+ wineries producing world-class Syrah, Cab, and Merlot — walkable downtown or drive the southside vineyards
Hot Air Balloon Ride
Sunrise balloon flights over the Blue Mountains and vineyard-covered valley
Blue Mountains Hiking
Trails into the Blue Mountains with old-growth forest and wildflower meadows
Walla Walla Distillery Tours
Small-batch whiskey and gin distilleries popping up alongside the wineries
Fort Walla Walla Museum
Pioneer history museum with 17 historic buildings and a 33-mule-team exhibit
Getting There
Fly into Walla Walla Regional Airport (ALW) — it's a 5-minute drive to Walla Walla. For groups of 8+, consider booking a shuttle or party bus from the airport (local providers include Blue Stocking Tours and Walla Walla Wine Tours). Renting two SUVs usually works for groups of 4-8.