Where to Play Mini Golf in Sydney? (Top 7 Courses)

Find the best indoor and outdoor mini golf venues in Sydney, perfect for your next birthday party or team bonding session.

Have you ever played mini golf? Whether you’re a putt-putt pro or a proud mini golf novice, you’ve come to the right place.

In this article, we’ll explain what mini golf is, give you some handy tips to get better at this fun game, and tell you where you can find the best indoor and outdoor mini golf courses in Sydney!

Mini golf, also known as putt putt, is a miniature version of traditional golf designed for recreational play.

It typically consists of a series of small, themed holes that require players to use a putter to hit a golf ball into each hole.

Unlike regular golf courses, mini golf courses are often creatively designed with various obstacles such as ramps, tunnels, windmills, and water features. The main objective is to complete each hole in as few strokes as possible.

Tips to Improve Your Game

Here are a few practical tips to get better at this game:

• Focus on your stance:
  Position your feet shoulder-width apart, with your knees slightly bent. Keep your body relaxed and balanced.
• Perfect your grip:
  Hold the putter with a firm but relaxed grip. Use the same grip you would use for a regular golf putter, with your thumbs pointing down the shaft.
• Aim carefully:
  Line up your shot by standing directly behind the ball and visualising the path it needs to take to reach the hole. Aim for a spot just in front of the hole.
• Control your power:
  Use a gentle, smooth stroke to hit the ball. Too much power can cause the ball to bounce off obstacles or overshoot the hole, while too little power might not get the ball where you need it to go.
• Practice putting straight:
  Keep the putter face square to the ball and make a straight, pendulum-like motion with your arms. Avoid twisting your wrists during the stroke.
• Read the green:
  Observe the slope and contours of the green before making your shot. Look for any inclines, declines, or uneven surfaces that might affect the ball’s path.
• Use the bank shots:
  Many mini golf holes are designed with walls that you can use to your advantage. Practice banking shots off the walls to navigate around obstacles.
• Focus on the first shot:
  The initial shot sets up your chances of a good score. Aim to get the ball as close to the hole as possible on your first attempt.
• Stay calm and patient:
  Mini golf requires precision and patience. Take your time with each shot, and don’t rush. Stay calm, especially if you miss a shot, and focus on your next move.

But, by far, the most important tip is to have fun! Playing mini golf is not about winning; it’s about having a few hours of fun with family and friends.

We have visited all of the below Sydney mini golf courses and had a fantastic time despite our embarrassing lack of putting skills.

Each venue provides a unique blend of amusement and challenge that caters to enthusiasts and novices alike.

1. Holey Moley Darlinghurst

Holey Moley is an established mini golf business with various locations in Sydney, New South Wales and Australia, all with fun-themed miniature golf holes and food and drink offerings. Note that kids are also more than welcome at Holey Moley venues during afternoon hours.

One of their most popular putt putt venues is Darlinghurst (in Potts Point), which offers 18 uniquely themed holes across two courses, a cosy cocktail bar, a gourmet kitchen, and even an augmented darts room.

Other Holey Moley venues where you can play a game of mini golf with your friends are Alexandria, Castle Towers, Chatswood, Newtown, North Strathfield and Penrith.

Each location has different opening hours. Check their website for location-specific facilities and hours. Bookings can be made online.

2. Mega Mini Golf

The indoor and air-conditioned Mega Mini Golf in Campbelltown is a well-themed mini golf centre where you can practise your putting skills on a large 18-hole indoor mini golf course.

The themed areas, Under The Sea, Pharaoh’s Tomb, and the Wild West, are well-presented and make for a fun and exciting mini golf experience for all ages and skill levels.

Mega Mini Golf is open from Monday to Sunday. Walk-ins are possible, but online bookings are recommended.

3. Unreal Mini Golf

From kids birthday parties to corporate team building, the Unreal Mini Golf venue in South Penrith is not going to disappoint.

As the name suggests, the themed holes are indeed pretty unreal and will make you feel like you’re the star in a Hollywood blockbuster movie.

No less than six themes on an 18-hole course await you when you visit Unreal in South Penrith, with ice cream and a set of arcade machines to complete the experience.

Unreal Mini Golf is open on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, and seven days per week during school holidays. Bookings can be made online.

4. Thornleigh Mini Golf

The Thornleigh Golf Centre is the first outdoor mini golf venue on this list. You can choose between two 18-hole putt putt courses that go by the telling names of Palms and Billabong.

As these tropical names may suggest, you will be playing amongst beautiful scenery, with rivers, bridges, ponds, and even waterfalls to negotiate.

Thornleigh Mini Golf is open from Monday to Sunday. Bookings are not required for groups smaller than ten people.

5. Dural Putt Putt

Peacefully tucked away in the heart of Middle Dural in beautifully landscaped gardens, Dural Putt Putt is home to two exciting mini golf courses.

You can choose between 18 or 36 holes, and you’ll be playing in a unique Camelot or Space Trek theme.

Once you’ve finished playing, head over to the shaded seating area, where you can take a moment to unwind and enjoy a coffee or lunch.

Dural Putt Putt is open on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, and seven days per week during school holidays.

6. City Golf Gordon

The City Golf Gordon venue is a European-designed 18-hole miniature golf course, challenging and exciting for children as well as for adults.

The holes can be played in different ways with various levels of difficulty. City Golf Gordon is also suitable for social clubs, sporting clubs, school groups, charity events, and corporate and team bonding events.

City Golf Gordon is open from Wednesday to Sunday. Bookings are not required for groups smaller than eight people.

7. Pittwater Mini Golf

Pittwater Mini Golf is part of the Pittwater Golf Centre in Warriewood on Sydney’s northern beaches.

This popular venue is home to 36 exciting holes of pirate-themed putt putt mini golf, suitable for all ages, skill levels, and occasions.

They also have a private party area on their pirate ship where kids can play and have a great time. For larger gatherings such as school outings or corporate events, their covered cafe area is available for bookings.

Pittwater Mini Golf is open from Monday to Sunday. Bookings are required for groups.