Splits happen – roll with it
In Dubai, you’ll find three distinct bowling alley types: bars with bowling, traditional alleys, and mall bowling, all fun in their own ways.
This guide breaks down where to go to clock your first 300.
Here are 15 of the best places for bowling in Dubai
SOCO
SOCO at City Centre Mirdif is your new go-to arcade, packed with endless entertainment. Enjoy a game of bowling, then refuel with tasty burgers, desserts, street-style bites, and fun drinks. It’s the perfect spot for a lively day out with family or friends.
Where: Triple 7, Radisson Blu Canal View, Business Bay
When: Daily, 6pm to 3am
Contact: (0)56 630 0777, @triple7dubai
Triple 7
Triple 7 at the Radisson Blu Canal View in Business Bay is a cool retro gaming bar in Dubai. The new nightlife venue combines the nostalgia of a vintage arcade with trendy bar vibes: think graffiti-covered walls, neon signage, and activities like pinball machines, 8-bit video games, and virtual reality experiences. And you can go bowling, too. Challenge your mates while sipping on signature beers and beverages and tucking into bar bites. Sorry, kids! This is an adults-only space.
Where: Triple 7, Radisson Blu Canal View, Business Bay
When: Daily, 6pm to 3am
Contact: (0)56 630 0777, @triple7dubai
Glitch
Glitch is an indoor gaming spot spanning 40,000 square feet of pure fun. Located at Al Ghurair Centre in Deira, you’ll find more than 30 action-packed attractions, including an indoor roller glider. It’s a great destination for kids and adults alike. The eight-lane bowling alley gives a faster ball return, a smoother lane, and an overall immersive experience.
Where: Glitch Arabia, Al Ghurair Centre, Deira
When: Mon to Thurs 10am to 10pm and Fri to Sun 10am to 12am
Contact: (0)4 205 5263, @glitcharabia
Brass Monkey – Bluewaters Island
This adults-only gigantic two-storey space at Brass Monkey at Bluewaters Island is home to a 12-lane bowling alley, an arcade, pool tables, plus a restaurant. You’ll find the bowling alley downstairs plus some old arcade games. Upstairs, there are pool and snooker tables, basketball machines, and a dedicated game room with more arcade games, including Pac-Man.
When: Brass Monkey, Bluewaters Island, Dubai
When: Mon to Wed 4pm to 2am, Thurs 4pm to 3am, Sat 12pm to 3am, and Sun 12pm to 2am
Contact: (0)4 582 7277, @brassmonkeysocial
Brass Monkey – Citywalk
After being the popular kid at Bluewaters, Brass Monkey opened up at Citywalk. It’s another adult-only playground where you can find bowling, arcade games, pool tables and more across the two-storey space. Its 12-lane bowling alley is adorned with oversized disco balls and playful monkey sculptures. Fun guaranteed!
Where: Brass Monkey, C2, City Walk
When: Mon to Wed 4pm to 2am, Thurs 4pm to 3am, Sat 12pm to 3am, and Sun 12pm to 2am
Contact: (0)4 582 2244, @brassmonkeysocial
Wavehouse
Wavehouse at Atlantis, The Palm is a fine place for a game of tenpins. There’s so much for all ages, from an enormous bar to a ping-pong area, multi-level arcade games, and a soft play area (for the children, obviously). And that’s just inside. Outside you will find a massive wave machine. It’s become one of the most popular spots in Dubai for bowling, and for good reason.
Where: Atlantis, The Palm, Palm Jumeirah
When: Open daily, Sun to Thurs 12pm to 10pm, Fri and Sat 12pm to 12am
Contact: (0)4 426 2626, atlantisthepalm.com
The 44, Hilton Al Habtoor City
Fancy a game at the world’s highest bowling alley? You’re in the right spot. Located within an American-style sports bar, you’ll find a double-lane alley complete with pool and pinball tables. And yes, when we say ‘world’s highest bowling alley,’ we mean it, as the bowling alley is high up on the 44th floor.
Where: The 44, Level 44, Hilton Dubai Al Habtoor City
When: Sun to Thurs 12pm to 3am, Fri and Sat 12pm to 4pm
Contact: (0)54 581 1758, the44dubai.com
Dubai International Bowling Centre
The Daddy of Dubai’s bowling centres. DIBC opened waaaay back in 2001 and attracts both the seasoned bowlers and weekend enthusiasts with its leagues, parties, and long opening hours. It’s got a whopping 36 lanes. You’ll also find a bowling pro shop inside in case you fancy your own kit.
It’s also probably one of the cheapest spots to go bowling – just a pocket-friendly Dhs18 per game on weekdays and Dhs20 on weekends. Shoe rental is free, but bring four dirhams for the socks.
Where: Shabab Club, Al Mamzar, near Century Mall
When: Daily 9am to 1am
Contact: (0)4 296 9222, dubaibowlingcentre.ae
Switch Bowling
State-of-the-art technology, 12 lanes, large screens, lights, and music: this is the perfect place for a few hours of fun. The venue also includes six billiards tables and a karaoke stage if getting up on stage is your thing. It’s a popular place for children’s parties, but adults can have a great time here, too.
Where: Ibn Battuta Mall, Jebel Ali Village
When: Daily, Sun to Thurs 10am to 11pm, Fri and Sat 10am to 12am
Contact: (0)4 440 5961, switchbowling.ae
H Bowling Centre
H Bowling Center is a relaxed all-in-one entertainment spot in Dubai where bowling meets casual fun. Located in Port Rashid, it offers a modern bowling experience alongside arcade games and pool tables, making it a great place to spend a few hours with friends or family. The atmosphere is laid-back and unpretentious, perfect for both casual players and those just looking for a fun hangout.
Where: Madinat Dubai Al Melaheyah, Port Rashid
When: Daily, Sun to Thurs 12pm to 2am, Fri and Sat 12pm to 3am
Contact: @hbowlingcenter
Dubai Bowling Centre
Dubai Bowling Centre is one of Dubai’s bigger bowling centres with 16 professional lanes. The huge projector screens above the lanes show movies to give you something to look at when it’s not your turn. The in-house food menu can be ordered and delivered directly to your lane, so there’s no need to waste time queuing up when you could be working on your technique.
Where: Dubai Bowling Centre, Al Quoz 1, Meydan Road
When: Mon to Wed 10am to 12am, Thurs to Sun 10am to 1am
Contact: (0)4 339 1010, bowlingdubai.com
Ground Control
There’s a new entertainment destination in Nakheel Mall that is home to extremely fun arcades, space-themed decor, a darts section, axe throwing, mini golf, and of course a fantastic bowling alley. Is Palm Jumeirah too far for you? They are also opening a second at Dubai Festival City Mall.
Where: Ground Control, Al Nakheel Mall, Palm Jumeirah
When: Sun to Thurs 10am to 11pm, Fri and Sat 10am to 12am
Contact: (0)4 576 2966, @groundcontrolme
Loco Bear
If you’re looking for fun things to do in Dubai, then Loco Bear is the place for you. This indoor theme park and adventure hub spans over a sprawling 70,000 square foot space in Al Quoz 2. This venue has all things thrills and skills and offers something for all ages, including an incredible six-lane bowling alley featuring an interactive bowling concept called Hyperbowl that adds a new dimension of fun to trying to get that all-important strike. Prices start from Dhs60 per person.
Where: Loco Bear, Al Quoz 2
When: Mon to Fri 11am to 11pm, Sat 10am to 11pm, Sun 10am to 10pm
Contact: @goloco.dxb
Tiger Strikes
Compete with mates in the neon ambience at Tiger Strikes. Prices start from Dhs40 per game. There’s also augmented reality cricket simulators (WIKIT), digital darts, pool tables, and a menu of bar bites and cocktails.
Where: Tiger Strikes, Megaplex Dubai, near Grand Hyatt Dubai
When: Mon to Fri 3pm to 12am, Sat and Sun 12pm to 12am
Contact: (0)50 596 1378, @tigerstrikes.dxb
Hushh
Say hello to the Middle East’s first duckpin bowling experience. What’s Duckpin Bowling? Well, in short, the pins are smaller, the balls are lighter (and have no holes!) and instead of just two chances, you have three chances per frame. So, if you’re bored of the usual bowling, this is something you have to try. The venue also offers up other interactive games and AR darts.
Where: Hushh, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd, Downtown Dubai
When: Sun to Thurs 12pm to 2am, Fri and Sat 12pm to 3am
Contact: @social.distrikt
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