Ping pong started in Victorian England as a parlor game played on dining tables with improvised paddles and a cork ball. It has since evolved into a fast-paced sport with global championships and Olympic status. Whether you're a beginner or a devotee, this list from Atlas Obscura rounds up some of the most fun and scenic ping pong tables on earth.
In Atlanta, Georgia, Switchyards Ping Pong Stadium hides a table below street level, perfect for impromptu tournaments. Austin, Texas, has the whimsical Casa Neverlandia, where a bamboo ping pong loft blends art and sport. And for those who like their games with a side of kitsch, Sister Louisa's Church of the Living Room & Ping Pong Emporium in Palatine, Illinois, combines religious-themed decor with table tennis.
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