How Much Does Mini Golf Cost?
A plain-English guide to mini golf prices in the U.S. — typical per-round costs, why themed and tourist-area courses charge more, and the discounts worth asking about.
Mini golf is one of the cheaper nights out you can plan, but the price per round varies more than people expect — it depends on the type of course, how many holes you play, and where in the country you are. Here's what to expect before you go.
What a typical round costs
Across the United States, a standard 18-hole round of mini golf generally costs about $8.50 to $10 per person. That is the price you'll see at most neighborhood and family courses for a single adult playing all 18 holes.
Larger themed attractions — the kind with waterfalls, caves, animatronic figures, or a full family-entertainment center attached — usually charge more, often in the $11 to $13 range per person. You are partly paying for the production value of the course itself.
Ways the price goes down
- 9-hole rounds. Many courses sell a shorter 9-hole round for noticeably less than the full 18 — a good option for young kids or a quick game.
- Replay and second rounds. It's common to get a discounted rate to go around again the same day rather than paying full price twice.
- Kids and toddlers. Children typically play at a reduced rate, and toddlers (often around age 3–4 and under) frequently play free with a paying adult.
- Seniors, students, and military. Discounted rates for these groups are widespread — it's always worth asking at the counter.
- Groups and off-peak play. Group bundles, family packages, and weekday or earlier-in-the-day pricing can all bring the per-person cost down.
Where you play matters
Location is the biggest single factor after course type. Tourist and vacation destinations charge more because demand is high and the courses tend to be bigger and more heavily themed. A beach boardwalk in Myrtle Beach or a tourist strip in Orlando, Pigeon Forge, or Las Vegas will usually sit at the upper end of the range. Smaller-town and rural courses are typically the most affordable.
Because pricing is set course-by-course and changes seasonally, treat these as general national ranges, not a quote — always confirm the current rate with the course before you go.
Find a course and check local pricing
Ready to play? Browse courses by state and city to find one near you, then call ahead or check the course's website for its current rates, hours, and any discounts.
Frequently asked questions
- How much is a round of mini golf per person?
- A standard 18-hole round in the U.S. usually runs about $8.50 to $10 per person. Premium themed courses and entertainment chains tend to charge more — roughly $11 to $13 — while smaller local and 9-hole courses are often cheaper.
- Is mini golf cheaper for kids?
- Often, yes. Many courses offer a reduced child rate, and toddlers (commonly ages 3–4 and under) frequently play free with a paying adult. Senior, military, and group rates are also common.
- Why does mini golf cost more in places like Myrtle Beach or Orlando?
- Tourist and destination areas have higher demand and more elaborate, heavily themed courses, so prices there tend to sit at the top of the national range. Rural and small-town courses are usually the most affordable.
- How can I pay less for mini golf?
- Play off-peak (weekday afternoons), ask about kids/senior/student/military discounts, look for group or family bundles, and check whether a course offers a discounted second or replay round.
Find mini golf near you
Browse mini golf courses across the United States by state and city — hours, ratings, photos, and directions for every course.