Puttshack - Atlanta - Midtown

Puttshack on Howell Mill Road brings a genuinely fresh take on mini golf that kids who've seen every standard putt-putt course will actually get excited about. The concept uses proprietary ball-tracking technology — every shot is automatically tracked and scored, updating a digital leaderboard that makes the competitive instincts of both kids and adults kick in immediately.

The courses are themed environments with glowing obstacles, interactive bumpers, and visually striking hole designs. For kids ages 5 and up who can hold a putter and understand basic rules, this is a legitimately fun 45-60 minutes per course. Older kids and teens who find mini golf 'boring' often change their tune when they see their scores tracked automatically on screens.

The venue is upscale by mini golf standards — well-designed, dimly lit in a cool way, and buzzy. It's primarily designed as an adults-with-kids venue rather than a pure children's attraction, which means the food and drinks are quality. The menu has solid kid-friendly options alongside a craft cocktail program that keeps parents from watching the clock.

Weekends get crowded and walk-in waits can stretch to 45 minutes or more. Book a tee time online — it takes two minutes and makes the experience much smoother. The venue is located in the Howell Mill development alongside Sandbox VR, making it an easy pairing for a full afternoon with older kids.