George Wright Golf Course

Founded in 1938, this 18-hole golf course is a hidden gem in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Boston. Designed by the great Donald Ross, the par 70, 6,440 yard course is a challenge to golfers of any level. Restored to its original beauty, this historic course is open from April through November. The course is named for George Wright, a Hall of Fame baseball player with the Cincinnati Reds and one of the leaders of introducing golf to the Boston Area. To reserve a tee time, call (617) 364-2300 or visit www.georgewrightgolfcourse.com.

William J. Devine Golf Course at Franklin Park. The second oldest public golf course in the country, this excellent 18-hole municipal golf course measures 5,961 yards from the blue tees. Part of the historic Emerald Necklace in Dorchester, the beautifully designed course offers a relaxing inner-city golf experience in Franklin Park - only minutes from downtown Boston. To reserve a tee time, call PGA Professional Jessie Hodge at (617) 265-4084.