The Arnold Palmer Invitational is a PGA Tour golf tournament that was founded in 1979, although it was a successor to the Florida Citrus Open Invitational that was first held in 1966. Formerly known as the Bay Hill Invitational, the event is just one of several on the PGA Tour with ‘invitational’ status – using a set of criteria to determine entrants rather than the PGA Tour Priority Ranking System.
The current champion is Tyrell Hamilton, winning the 2020 tournament by one stroke over Marc Leishman. Tiger Woods is the most successful player at the event, having won 8 times.
When is the Arnold Palmer Invitational?
The tournament is held annually, usually in early to mid March.
Where is the Arnold Palmer Invitational?
The original Florida Citrus Open Invitational was played at the Rio Pinar Country Club, however the event moved to Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club & Lodge in 1979 and became the Bay Hill Invitational.
Address: 9000 Bay Hill Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819, United States
How do I get there?
Bay Hill Club & Lodge is located in Bay Hill, a suburb approximately 12 miles south west of downtown Orlando in the state of Florida.
Airport – Orlando International Airport is the largest airport in the state of Florida, with flights across the world and the wider United States. The airport is approximately 17 miles east of the golf club with a driving time of 20-25 minutes. Alternatively, the smaller Orlando Sanford International Airport is about 40 miles north of Bay Hill.
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Driving & Parking – From Interstate 4 take exit 74A and follow signs for Universal Studios/City Walk/Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Merge onto W Sand Lake Rd, turn right S Apopka Vineland Rd and then on Bay Hill Blvd for the club. During the tournament, guests must purchase an on-site parking pass starting at $45 and available to purchase through the official website here.
Where to stay in Orlando
The onsite lodge at Bay Hill Club offers 70 rooms, offering wonderful views of the golf course.
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How do I get tickets to the Arnold Palmer Invitational?
For the 2021 tournament, grounds tickets started at $65. The latest ticket information is available on the official website here.
Further Information
Arnold Palmer Invitational Official Website
Bay Hill Club and Lodge Official Website
Last Updated on February 24, 2021 by Sports Tourist