Mini golf is one of the most enjoyable family activities around. It’s the perfect outing for kids of any age! And Austin is home to some seriously great outdoor and indoor mini golf spots. From small, quaint neighborhood courses, to sprawling arcade and mini golf complexes, to glow-in-the-dark putt putt, there’s a little something for everyone in our fair city.
So whether you’re a parent, babysitter, or nanny looking for the perfect rainy day (or 100-degree day) activity or just an excuse to get the kids out of the house, it’s time to channel your inner mini golf nerd and bring the whole family to any of the 10 places on this list.
Main Event
Address: 13301 N. U.S. Highway 183, Austin, TX 78750
Hours: Monday, 9 a.m. – 2 a.m. | Tuesday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – midnight | Friday & Saturday, 9 a.m. – 2 a.m. | Sunday, 9 a.m. – midnight
Phone: 512-401-0000
If the kids can’t decide whether they want to play mini golf, go bowling, or play laser tag, what’s the point in choosing when you can have all three? Main Event is Austin’s one-stop shop for basically every fun game or activity ever. And their mini golf course is way more than a course — in fact, a more apt descriptor would be “glow-in-the-dark funland-meets-multi-dimensional obstacle challenge.” Get ready to win the Parent of the Day award when you take the fam to Main Event!
Lunar Mini Golf
Address: Click here for a full list of locations in Texas.
Hours: Hours vary by location.
Phone: Click here for contact info.
Lunar Mini Golf is a fantastic option for kids of all ages, though we suspect younger kiddos will especially love this super fun glow-in-the-dark course — considering it isn’t as much of a challenge as the other courses on this list. Lunar Mini Golf also offers great birthday packages. We recommend contacting them to find out more, as there are several locations in the area.
Shady Springs Party Barn
Address: 9401 Sherman Road, Austin, TX 78742
Hours: By appointment only
Phone: 512-385-4590
Whether you’re planning a family reunion or another big event, the family-operated Shady Springs Party Barn is a fabulous choice for virtually any type of gathering. And while they have plenty of activities to keep children occupied (including a castle pool with a fountain, sand volleyball, a great playscape, and a bounce house, no less!), the Shady Springs Mini Golf Course is always a good time.
Monster Mini Golf
Address: 3916 Gattis School Road, Ste. 112, Round Rock, TX 78664
Hours: Click here for an updated schedule.
Phone: 401-454-8100
Ready for 18 holes of spooky mini golf fun? Whether it’s Halloween or not, Monster Mini Golf is a themed glow-in-the-dark course that everyone will enjoy. Thanks to its awesome special effects and animated monsters, the course itself is a blast. There’s plenty of arcade games and even an emcee who hands out prizes. Get ready for a spook-tacular good time at Monster Mini Golf!
Peter Pan Mini Golf
Address: 1207 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX 78704
Hours: Open daily, 9 a.m. – midnight
Phone: 512-472-1033
Ask any Austinite what his or her favorite mini golf spot is in town, and you’ll likely get the same enthusiastic response every time: Peter Pan Mini Golf! Beloved by everyone in the ATX, the iconic Peter Pan is the perfect spot for some good, old-fashioned mini golf. Keep in mind that part of the charm here is the course’s slightly dilapidated feel, weird statues, and distinct Austin vibes. Parents, take note: The course is both family friendly and BYOB, so if you feel like sipping a beer while playing, feel free to do so!
Austin’s Park N Pizza Experience
Address: 16231 N. Interstate 35 Frontage Road, Pflugerville, TX 78660
Hours: Monday – Friday & Sunday, 10 a.m. – 11 p.m. | Saturday, 10 a.m. – midnight
Phone: 512-670-9600
Austin’s Park N Pizza Experience is home to two awesome 18-hole mini golf courses that range in difficulty level, and both are a blast! In addition to mini golf, Austin’s Park N Pizza Experience is just an all-around great destination for a birthday party or a Sunday Funday outing. There’s a little something for everyone here, from go-carts to laser tag to bumper boats. This ATX spot is bound to keep the whole family busy for hours on end.
Cool Crest Miniature Golf
Address: 1402 Fredericksburg Road, San Antonio, TX 78201
Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. | Sunday, noon – 8 p.m.
Phone: 210-732-0222
Cool Crest Miniature Golf is a family-owned course that features a fun art deco design and two 18-hole courses that are super whimsical and fun. Located just a couple hours away from Austin in San Antonio, we adore the vintage feel of Cool Crest. The course itself is beloved by all of San Antonio and has been around since the 1930s! Soak in the nostalgia and old-fashioned feel of Cool Crest, the perfect family-friendly spot to practice your mini golf game.
Daybreak Golf Park
Address: 5971 Hi-Line, Austin, TX 78734
Hours: Hours vary
Phone: 512-266-2176
In terms of pure aesthetics, Daybreak Golf Park wins. With nary a pink castle or giant armadillo in sight, Daybreak’s keeping it classy with their natural looking water features, stone sculptures, and immaculately maintained course. Plus, Daybreak is located directly on the shores of gorgeous Lake Travis, providing a great backdrop for a round of mini golf. Head here after a day of boating or swimming for the perfect post-water activity.
Embassy Miniature Golf
Address: 500 Embassy Oaks, San Antonio, TX 78216
Hours: Open daily, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Phone: 210-496-5847
Embassy Miniature Golf was named the Best Mini Golf Course in Texas, if that gives you any indication of the quality of this San Antonio-area course! Embassy truly has it all: 18 holes of fun animal sculptures and great water features, and water balloon games and a stellar arcade that the kids are bound to love. Embassy offers great group rates, too, so be sure to look into this spot for a birthday party or other gathering.
Austin Mini Golf Rentals
Address: Your house!
Hours: Monday – Saturday, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Phone: 512-337-2115
Would you prefer the mini golf course come to you? Enter Austin Mini Golf Rentals! This family-operated business will deliver, set up, and take down your course for you. You even get to select which holes you want to rent from their selection. For the ultra-busy parent planning a get-together, Austin Mini Golf Rentals is a dream come true.
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