For many years, the best golfers in the world have descended upon San Diego for one of the Professional Golf Association’s top tournaments. Now known as the Farmers Insurance Open, the event previously called the Buick Invitational is the opening salvo of the PGA season, taking place in late January at the beautiful and challenging Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla, California.
While most of the country is covered with snow and ice, Torrey Pines in sunny San Diego is the perfect destination for the beginning of the PGA tour’s “West Coast Swing.” The tournament’s rich history, amazing course play, exciting atmosphere and the allure of the world’s best golfers make the Farmers Insurance Open one of the best events to experience in person. Here’s everything you need to know about the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego.