Best Mini Golf Courses in Sarasota

In Sarasota, Florida, mini golfing enthusiasts can indulge in a diverse range of outdoor facilities offering an array of experiences. You’ll be able to choose from a variety of themes, including Wild West adventures, pirate-themed escapades, or a relaxing and lively bar atmosphere.

Sarasota’s mini golf courses boast creatively designed holes and captivating landscapes, providing enjoyable challenges for players of all skill levels. Embrace the sunny paradise of Sarasota and dive into the thrilling world of mini golfing with family and friends.

1. Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf
   Adventure and pirate-themed mini golf course with live alligators
2. PopStroke Sarasota
   Combination of two mini golf courses with a lively bar and restaurant
3. Evie’s Family Golf Center
   Western-themed mini golf course with handicap access

1. Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf 

Facility

Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf is an exciting pirate-themed miniature golf facility located in Sarasota, Florida. It offers visitors a captivating and immersive adventure for mini golf lovers of all ages, regardless of their skill level. 

The facility is designed to resemble a hidden pirate cove, complete with lush landscaping, water features, and beautifully crafted pirate-themed decor. Situated just along the North Tamiami Trail makes is easily accessible to both locals and tourists. 

You’ll also be able to book different packages for groups and events such as birthdays and team-building sessions. Being open all year round, Smugglers Cove Adventure golf offers a fun and thrilling time to family and friends. 

Course

The mini golf course at Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf offers an adventurous and engaging experience for players. It features a total of 18 holes that wind through the pirate-inspired setting, creating a sense of adventure and exploration. 

Each hole is carefully designed with unique challenges, including water hazards, obstacles, and interactive elements. What adds to the immersion are the caves, pirate ships, and fountains. They even have a live alligator enclosure!

Food & Beverage

While Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf provides an awesome mini golf experience, you’ll need to explore the surrounding areas for food and beverage options. As it’s conveniently located, you’ll have a wide variety of restaurants and diners to select from including O’Leary’s Tiki Bar & Grill, Antojitos Cuban Cuisine, and the Marble Bar & Grill, all of which are just around the corner.

2. PopStroke  

Facility

PopStroke is a unique entertainment venue located in Sarasota, Florida. It offers a blend of mini golf and a modern sports bar atmosphere, creating a vibrant and enjoyable experience for visitors. 

It’s one of several courses under the PopStroke chain and the one in Sarasota doesn’t fail to impress! It features two mini golf courses, a restaurant, a rooftop bar, a playground and gaming area for kids, private event spaces, and much more. 

PopStroke Sarasota is a great place for family and friends to enjoy a fun day or evening out together. And the best part? They even have an ‘On-Course Drink Service’ that delivers your favorite drink to wherever you are on the mini golf course!

Course

The mini golf course at PopStroke is a standout feature, as it combines the classic game of mini golf with innovative and interactive elements of a traditional golf course. The course features a variety of creatively designed holes, incorporating typical golfing elements such as fairways, slopes, and bunkers. 

Both the two 18-hole courses are designed by Tiger Woods and the TGR Design Team. The surface is made of synthetic turf, enabling a uniform putting experience. All in all, the miniature golf courses in PopStroke provide enthusiasts the opportunity to test their putting skills while enjoying the lively and energetic atmosphere of the venue.

Food & Beverage

PopStroke is known for its excellent food and beverage offerings, from its bar and full-fledged restaurants. Patrons can enjoy a variety of appetizers, gourmet burgers, sandwiches, salads, and other mouthwatering options. 

Here, guests have the option to complement their meal with a selection of craft beers, signature cocktails, and many other alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage options. 

3. Evie’s Family Golf Center 

Facility

Evies Golf Center is another great mini golf facility located in Sarasota, Florida, located along Bee Ridge Road. It has a wide variety of attractions and activities to offer to visitors, including a 60-station driving range, a chipping and putting green, an arcade for kids, and an 18-hole mini golf course. 

You can even hold your private events here! All you have to do is fill out an online reservation form and you’ll be able to provide a function room and access to their facilities. Overall the staff here are very friendly and welcoming! It’s a great place to enjoy an afternoon out with the family.

Course

Evie’s Miniature Golf offers a delightful mini golf experience that will transport you to the enchanting world of the Wild West. It features a total of 18 holes and is handicap accessible. 

The Western theme setting is captivating, with picturesque landscapes that feature an array of Western-style buildings including a bank, saloon, and even a small hotel. The attention to detail is remarkable, as you navigate through bridges, lakes, sandy paths, shrubs, barrels, and other authentic Western elements. 

Furthermore, the course offers a diverse range of obstacles, catering to different skill levels and ensuring a satisfying challenge for everyone.

Food & Beverage

Evie’s Tavern & Grill on Bee Ridge is located next door and offers a wide variety of food and beverage options, including hot dogs, wings, nachos, salads, wraps, and pizzas. We highly recommend building your own burger using the ingredients features on the menu. There are also various beverages available and they even run a happy hour promotion between 11am and 7pm every single day!