Jordan McCraeIt’s time to put(t) aside your sophisticated city persona. Sure, rooftop cocktail bars and art galleries are nice, but sometimes you just need to channel your inner child and embrace the ridiculous fun of mini golf.
Lucky for you, Auckland has a treasure trove of awesome courses. For today, let’s ditch the serious sports and discover the best mini-golf spots the city has to offer!
Lilliputt Safari & T. Rex Alley
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Location: 3 Tamaki Drive, Parnell, Auckland 1052, New Zealand
Contact: +64 9 524 4096
Opening hours:
- Monday to Sunday – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Drop the idea of memberships or strict skill levels – Lilliputt Safari & T. Rex Alley is all about fun. Whether you’re a seasoned mini-golf pro or someone who just wants to putt amongst dinosaurs, they’ve got you covered.
With two awesome themed courses (Safari or T. Rex Alley) overlooking the gorgeous Waitemata Harbour, your biggest challenge might be choosing where to play first. Want a suggestion? Do both!
What makes this place stand out is the way it whisks you away from the everyday. Those creative themes and surprisingly challenging holes keep you on your toes, bringing out the kid in everyone.
I mean, we definitely didn’t spend an ungodly amount of time taking photos with the animal statues when we went. Noooo, definitely not.
Lilliputt Around The World
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Location: Shop 75, Sylvia Park, 286 Mount Wellington Highway, Mount Wellington, Auckland 1060, New Zealand
Contact: +64 9 242 3333
Opening hours:
- Saturday to Wednesday – 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- Thursday to Friday – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Lilliputt Around The World will send you globetrotting without ever leaving the city. From the Arc De Triomphe to the Leaning Tower of Pisa, it’s got some serious sightseeing packed into 18 holes.
The best part? No memberships are needed, just pay as you play! It’s also totally beginner-friendly, so even if your putting skills are as rusty as an old compass, you’ll still have a blast.
Plus, its convenient location outside Sylvia Park means you can go from shopping to conquering the Colosseym in a matter of minutes!
Treasure Island Adventure Golf
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Location: 1 Uenuku Way, Māngere, Auckland 2022, New Zealand
Contact: +64 9 275 7531
Opening hours:
- Monday to Saturday – 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- Sunday – 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
If you’re craving a swashbuckling mini-golf experience, then Treasure Island Adventure Golf is the spot for you! They’ve got two epic 18-hole courses overflowing with piratey goodness – think caves, waterfalls, tombstones, and even shark-infested waters!
Their theme is so top-notch that it’ll transport you to a world of buried treasure and hidden perils (well, maybe not actual perils, but it adds to the excitement!). Add some friendly competitions, and you’ve got a recipe for a day of laughter and maybe even a bit of healthy trash-talking.
This place is perfect for families seeking adventure, groups wanting a unique outing, or anyone who wants to let their inner pirate loose!
Lilliputt Dragon Quest
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Location: Shop E04, LynnMall Shopping Centre, 3060 Great North Road, New Lynn, Auckland 0600, New Zealand
Contact: +64 9 320 5387
Opening hours:
- Sunday to Wednesday – 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- Thursday to Saturday – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
If you’re on the hunt for an adventure that blends the thrill of mini-golf with the enchantment of a fantasy realm, then buckle up! Lilliputt Dragon Quest mini-golf is your ticket to an unforgettable journey.
Set in the mystical land of Golftannia, ruled by a fire-breathing dragon, this 18-hole course is not just about putting the ball, but also about saving a realm. Just a side note, no membership is required to join this quest!
They even regularly team up with McDonald’s to offer party packages, ensuring that the fun doesn’t end on the 18th hole.
Gloputt Mini Golf
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Location: 28 Barrys Point Road, Takapuna, Auckland 0622, New Zealand
Contact: +64 9 489 1139
Opening hours:
- Wednesday to Thursday – 3:30 PM to 8:00 PM
- Friday – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- Saturday – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Gloputt Mini Golf is all about embarking on a glowing adventure across 16 uniquely themed holes, each designed to challenge your skills and dazzle your senses.
Plus, they’re an indoor and climate-controlled haven that guarantees that your fun isn’t dampened by Auckland’s unpredictable weather. This means you can enjoy this glowing escapade come rain or shine, making it the perfect outing for any day.
And if it’s your birthday, well, you’re in for a treat! You can play for free (just bring proof of your birth date).
Enchanted Forest Mini Golf
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Location: 61 Selwyn Street, Onehunga, Auckland 1061, New Zealand
Contact: +64 9 636 9911
Opening hours:
- Sunday to Thursday – 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Friday to Saturday – 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
What makes Enchanted Forest Mini Golf stand out? For starters, its whimsical hole names like ‘3-eyed monster’, ‘piranha path’, and ‘chain of fools’, are sure to pique your curiosity and challenge your putting skills.
The course is strategically located next to places like a bakery, Countdown, and eateries where you can grab a slice of pizza or fish & chips, making it the perfect spot for a low-cost family day out.
Plus, with a BBQ area for post-game relaxation and a park atmosphere enhanced by the sounds of native birds, this place is the perfect blend of leisure and play.
Holey Moley
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Location: 204 Quay Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
Contact: +64 9 801 5592
Opening hours:
- Monday to Thursday – 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM
- Friday – 12:00 PM to 1:00 AM
- Saturday – 11:00 AM to 1:00 AM
- Sunday – 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Forget everything you think you know about mini-golf – Holey Moley throws the rulebook out of the window! They’ve taken the putt-putt concept and cranked up the fun with crazy themes, cocktails, and even a karaoke option.
Picture putting between giant Simpson’s donuts or sinking a hole in the Iron Throne itself! And relax, this place is designed for laughter, not golfing perfection – so even beginners can swing in style.
But what makes this venue stand out is its over-the-top themes across its 27 holes. Here, it’s all about channeling your inner child, belting out a bad karaoke song (optional, of course), and simply having a blast.
