For one week every year, Augusta, Georgia becomes the center of the sporting world. Thousands of fans flock to Augusta National Golf Club to witness the best players in the world compete for one of golf's most prestigious awards -- the Green Jacket. Witnessing the Masters in person is the dream of many.
Stake Out a Spot Early
Lawn chairs at the Masters are considered place holders. Waking up early, heading to your favorite hole and putting your lawn chair in the best available spot is a Masters tradition. After you have staked out your spot, spend some time following the golfers, eating and enjoying the festivities.
Avoid the Crowds (Sometimes)
The majority of the attention during Masters week is focused on the final two days -- Saturday and Sunday -- after the 36-hole cut. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday are set aside for practice rounds, Thursday and Friday for the first two rounds. With more golfers in the field before the weekend hits, it's easier to get close to and follow some of the lesser-known competitors. Wednesday's Par 3 Tournament on Augusta National's Par 3 course is especially fun to watch--if your lucky enough to snare tickets for that day.
Sunday's Final Round
Obviously, the 18th hole is where you want to be on Sunday -- even if you are stuck in the back of the crowd. Enormous galleries will be following the leaders in the last few groups. Stake out a spot early on No. 18 if you want to see the final putts.
The 16th Hole
The 16th at Augusta is one of golf's most famous holes, positioned as it is to give spectators a stadium-like setting to watch golfers navigate the watery par 3, where many Masters have been won and lost in the pond fronting the green.
Other Vantage Points
Augusta National expert John Boyette recommends three other great vantage points to take in the action: behind the 4th and 12th tees and behind the 18th green. Spectators behind the 4th tee have views of the 3rd and 7th greens and the 2nd and 17th fairway. The 12th centers on Amen Corner -- one of golf's most difficult stretches of holes. From behind the 12th tee, you have views of the entire 12th hole, most of the 16th hole, the 17th tee and the 6th and 15th greens.
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