Up in Salem, Castle Creek is a family-owned hub for fun, no matter your age. Their 18-hole mini golf course is adorned with waterfalls and water fountains as well as a cave, bridges, and, of course, a castle. After your round, grab a scoop of one of their 50 ice cream flavors, get lessons from a professional golfer at the driving range, or go for a ride on their go-cart course.

The 18-hole course at Crystal Caves is for everyone, regardless of age. For those looking for a challenge, obstacles on the course, such as water hazards and sand traps, can raise the course’s par from 42 to 53. If you want to play a different type of ball while there, check out the batting cages, which are designed for skill levels from little league to college.

What’s better than one mini golf course? Two mini golf courses. Both the Millpond Course and the Stone Bridge Course, decorated with flower beds and trees, have a summer-day feel to them and will keep visitors busy. After putting in 36 holes of mini golf, relax with a scoop of ice cream or bring your energy to the driving range.

Have you ever wanted to play mini golf among colonial-era decorations and statues? Stop by Golf on the Village Green, which features patriotic props and replicas of iconic Boston landmarks, like the State House and Old North Church. Visitors can also take the time they spend on the course to read the educational signs and learn more about American colonial times.

Kimball Farm began in 1939 when founders Jack and Clara Kimball turned their family woodshed into an ice cream parlor. Since then Kimball’s has only expanded. There are four locations today, including their Westford spot that offers mini golf. From the classic woodshed to the ice cream parlor to a four-location business, Kimball’s now offers more than just ice cream. Their mini golf course is what got them added to this reader-recommended list.

Max’s Country Golf in Tyngsboro has something for visitors of all ages. The venue has mini golf, but also a 50-tee station driving range for those with a little more experience. They also offer other features to fill your day, like batting cages, bumper boats, and a homemade ice cream stand. Their website boasts about their mini golf waterfall, which they say is the tallest in the Northeast. They also have rabbits, goats, and fish for animal lovers.

McGolf is committed to providing an atmosphere for everyone in the family. They have mini golf for a day out with the kids and a state-of-the-art practice facility for all levels of golfers wanting to perfect their form. McGolf is the place to go for an afternoon of mini golf, lunch, and ice cream. They are equipped with a cafe and creamery and have an 18-hole course with a variety of obstacles.

At Paradise Family Golf, you’ll feel like you’re on vacation. Their tropical-themed mini golf course brings visitors into a world of lush green, with trees and flowering shrubs appearing all over the course. There are some fun challenges to conquer throughout the course, including water fountains, a 35-foot-tall tree house hole, and a river that transports your golf ball downstream. Plus, if you can putt a hole in one at the 18th hole, you’ll win a free game.

Puttshack began when Adam Breeden and Steven and Dave Jolliffe decided to transform the game of mini golf, bringing in “upscale, tech-infused” elements. Puttshack’s goal is to bring modern technology to mini golf all while offering a space to party. The indoor game will take you through themed obstacles like air hockey, beer pong, roulette, and much more.

If you need a calm way to spend your weekend, try a visit to Trombetta’s Farm, which has been around since 1978 and offers something for the whole family. Their 450-foot-long, 18-hole indoor course is surrounded by plants and flowers and open all year round, perfect for an escape from the winter weather. When you’re done, head over to get some homemade ice cream at their ice cream truck.

West End Creamery is a sprawling family-run farm equipped with mini golf, ice cream, and seasonal events. Their mini golf is an 18-hole game for all ages that winds through green pastures, gardens, and fountains. When you’re done with your game, try one of their 60 ice cream flavors or grab a bite at their snack shack.