I was supposed to go this year, but unfortunately it fell through, but I was told to get to the merch tent first. That’s advice from someone that’s been there multiple times.

I dont have any specific advice, but youre getting to do what so many other fans wish they could, enjoy it my friend! Have fun

Wow, what a fun time! you will figure out quickly once you park what gate to enter as well as the merchandise tent is huge so it will be obvious as well.

As far as a camera, if you have an iphone that may be perfect however if you are looking for a mirrorless camera Sony and Fuji make great cameras but you will spend some money.

Have fun!

Read the rules for the day. Augusta is very specific on what you can bring and how to use any recording device. They have no problem escorting violations out the gate, as well as putting you on a do not apply list.

Go to the merchandise tent to purchase all your swag. They have an area or use to where you could leave it and you could pick it up later in the day. Follow a few groups then find a place to watch the rest of the tournament in comfort. It is a beautiful course to walk but hilly. They have some very strict rules if you have not been. Use to go every year until this darn lottery thing came into play in 1995,
The crowds in 1994 were insane and we figured that would be the last year we could walk up and purchase practice day rounds. It was great while it lasted. Drove up from Charleston, eat a couple of pimento cheese sandwiches for lunch, purchase a new hat, watched our favorite golfer and head back home and hope I did not get a speeding ticket going through Bamberg. Miss going but do miss those speeding tickets. Highway patrol did not care if I was a state employee also. Most of all, have fun and take in the beauty of the course that Bobby Jones built. No other like it.


AUGUSTA, Ga. — The Augusta National Golf Club, home to the annual Masters Tournament, is known to have strict policies and regulations for patrons.

One of them is that running is never allowed on property.

While some policies have changed over the years, the Masters does have its latest guidelines for 2025 posted online on the Patron Info page on the tournament's official website.

Cell phones, laptops, tablets, beepers (anyone still have one of those?) and other electronic devices capable of transmitting photos or videos are strictly prohibited on the grounds at all times, according to The Masters' website.

Cameras are strictly prohibited on Tournament days (Thursday through Sunday), but they are allowed on practice rounds days on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, which is also the Par 3 Contest.

Devices such as fitness tracking bands and electronic watches are permitted. However, using the devices for phone calls, emails, text messaging and other photo, video or data recording is prohibited.

Anyone violating this policy will be subject to removal from the grounds and the permanent loss of credentials (tickets).

Prohibited items
Bags, backpacks and large purses
Knives and weapons of any kind (regardless of permit)
Radios, TVs, noise and music-producing devices
Chairs/seats with pointed ends, folding armchairs and rigid-type chairs. (Any chair on the property when the gates are closed or 30 minutes after play will be considered an abandoned item)
Flags, banners and signs
Strollers
Food, beverages and coolers
Golf shoes with metal spikes
Ladders, periscopes and selfie sticks

The Masters Tournament Committee may prohibit other items at its discretion. All items are subject to search.

Stay away from the Pimento Cheese Sandwiches, unless you have a cast iron stomach.

I’ve heard to hit the merch tent immediately and then UPS/FedEx it home.