2025 Masters

The Masters is in a league of it’s own

Putting traditions, facts and details aside about the Masters, actually visiting is both a dream and a reality for a lucky few. Journey half-way across the world, fly into Atlanta or another US city. Arrive to an airport transfer or rent a car and drive two and a half hours to Augusta, Georgia in America’s south.

On arrival you will be unlikely to be charmed. Augusta National is 15 minutes from downtown Augusta in a rather nondescript setting. Surrounded by middle-class houses, roadside restaurants and motels, only the fans, John Daly’s RV and temporary signs allude to something big happening nearby. Or you might have noticed the private jets circling the regional airport. Augusta National is in a strange location, but that doesn’t matter.

Once you arrive you’ll feel the energy and excitement, it’s palpable. And you’ll see fans from all corners of the globe. Everyone is equal, all golf lovers and all have travelled a good distance to be there. And once you arrive at Augusta National, you’ll see why it’s worth it. That’s where the traditions, attention to detail and history culminates in one of sports most iconic events. The players know it, the officials know it and so do the visitors. The Masters can do no wrong and it’s really something you need to see for yourself. Whether you choose our weekend package or escorted play golf tour, you’ll enjoy an experience unlike anything else. Forget luxury hotels, forget fancy hospitality suites, it’s all about walking the course, understanding the layout and following your favourite players and groups in their quest for the coveted Green Jacket. It’s one helluva week and we look forward to helping you enjoy it in 2025.

Our travel packages and golf tours are on sale now for the US Masters 2025 and 90th anniversary. Packages include: guaranteed Masters Tickets (and Masters Badges), walking distance hotel and course transport. We also have an escorted golf tour playing The Reserve Club and Palmetto, two fun courses nearby. Enhance your trip further with flights, airport transfers, travel insurance and extensions. Our team can create customised packages including off-site hospitality and other Masters Tickets.

And if you want to explore more of the US, Canada or do a stopover we can help with that too. Get in touch today to start your journey to the 2025 US Masters.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Glenn Hedley,
Director, Events Travel

2025 Masters Course Map (indicative)

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2025 Masters Schedule (indicative)

Masters Traditions

The Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club is steeped in tradition, each adding to its unique charm and distinguishing it from other golf majors. Some of the most notable traditions include:

1. The Green Jacket: Awarded to the tournament winner, it’s a symbol of membership at Augusta National and must be returned to the club one year after a player’s victory, although winners are allowed to wear it anytime they visit the club​​​​.
2. Crystal Awards: In addition to the main trophy, players can win various crystal awards for achievements such as a hole-in-one or the lowest daily score​​.
3. Pimento Cheese Sandwiches: A classic and budget-friendly food item that has become synonymous with the Masters’ menu​​.
4. Ceremonial Opening Drive: A tradition where past legends of the game hit an honorary opening shot to start the tournament​​.
5. The Big Tree: A historic oak at Augusta National where members, players, and significant figures in golf gather during the tournament week​​.
6. Champions Dinner: Held on the Tuesday of Masters week, past champions gather for a dinner hosted by the previous year’s winner, who selects the menu​​.
7. Wednesday Par-3 Contest: A fun and family-friendly event held the day before the tournament starts, featuring past and current players​​.
8. The Masters Theme Song: “Augusta” is a soft piano melody that has become iconic with the broadcast of the tournament​​.
9. Caddies in White Jumpsuits: A tradition at Augusta, all caddies wear white jumpsuits, adding to the unique atmosphere of the Masters​​.
10. Honorary Starters: Each tournament begins with an honorary opening drive by past greats of the game, a tradition that celebrates the history and legacy of golf​​.

There’s also lesser known traditions including:

• Azalea gardens throughout the course, rumoured to be modified to ensure they bloom during Masters week
• Players children and families joining them for the Wednesday Par-3 Contest
• Playing of bird songs through speakers to add to the atmosphere
• All food and drinks are fairly priced and traditional (think egg sandwiches, chicken sandwiches etc.)
• Great atmosphere and politeness on display by officials and marshalls including in bathrooms
• No mobile phones or cameras permitted on tournament days
• No advertising
• Players often skim balls across the water, particularly on hole 16, during practice days making for quite the spectacle

These traditions contribute to the Masters being a revered event in the world of golf, embodying a rich blend of history, sport, and culture.

2025 Masters Travel Tips

• Mobile phones cannot be taken into the course on tournament days (Thu-Sun) however they can be taken in on the Wednesday Par-3 Contest if adding that days ticket. If you bring a mobile device to the course on a tournament day it will be cloaked at the entrance.
• Foldable chairs can be taken with you into the course and can also be purchased from the Masters Shop at the course. Chairs can be named or labelled and placed anywhere on the course. It’s tradition to place a chair down and then leave to return to your chair at anytime. You may find someone sitting in it, but they will move at your request.
• All grandstands are unreserved and fans come and go during the day.
• Amen Corner is a fabulous place to watch the action from as it includes views of the 11th, 12th and 13th holes at Augusta National.
• Masters tickets are also called badges in some scenarios. Tickets are sold through the ballot to individuals while badges are a series of tickets sold to subscribed patrons.
• If you are successful in the Masters ballot, you can remove tickets from your package so you don’t pay twice and you will receive a good price deduction.

Augusta, GA

While Augusta, Georgia is not on the bucket-list of most visitors, there is actually quite a bit to see and do in the area. Augusta National may be the main drawcard for visitors during Masters week, however if you plan on arriving early or staying later there are some great things to see and do in Augusta including a river walk, museums and historic district. Outside of Augusta we recommend visiting Aiken and playing golf if you have time. Further afield we recommend visiting Charleston which is an old port city with cobblestone streets, horse-drawn carriages and pastel antebellum houses. It’s an elegant destination and well worth a visit with plenty of Southern charm. You can of course extend throughout the USA from Atlanta and the eastern seaboard with plenty of amazing cities and attractions likely on your bucket-list, all of which we can assist with.

Climate

April in Augusta, Georgia is generally good weather with low to moderate rainfall. Expect daily highs of 73ºF-80ºF (23ºC-27ºC) and lows of 51ºF-58ºF (11ºC-14ºC). During Masters week generally there is only a day or two with some rain, but be prepared for all seasons. If you plan on queuing early to place a chair on the 18th Green or elsewhere it will likely be cold in the morning so bring gloves, a beanie or warm jacket for the early morning, but it could be warm later in the day, so bring a hat and sunglasses as well.

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