Introduction

Ten-Pin Bowling is a fantastic way to spend quality time with the kids while enjoying some friendly family competition and laughter. Auckland offers a variety of family-friendly bowling alleys where kids can try their hand at bowling. Plus you the kids can use a ramp or leave the sides up to make it easier!  We’ve curated a list of the best bowling spots in the city to help you plan a fantastic day of fun for your family.

1. Metrolanes

Level 3 Metro Centre, 291-297 Queen Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
www.metrolanes.co.nz

Metrolanes takes bowling to the next level with its luxurious and modern setting. Located in the Auckland CBD, this venue offers a family-friendly environment where kids can enjoy bowling in style. With its comfortable seating, delicious food options, and a variety of game choices, Metrolanes ensures a memorable experience for both kids and adults.

2. Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq

Westfield Newmarket, Central Auckland, New Zealand
www.archiebrothers.co.nz

For a unique and circus-inspired bowling experience, head to Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq. Situated in the the Westfield shopping centre in Newmarket this alley combines bowling with arcade games, bumper cars, and virtual reality experiences. The vibrant and quirky atmosphere will capture your kids’ imaginations as they bowl and explore the range of attractions available.

3. Zone Bowling

Three Auckland locations:
North Auckland: 10 Target Court, Wairau Valley
East Auckland: 500A Ti Rakau Drive, Botany
West Auckland: 28-30 Catherine Street, Henderson
www.zonebowling.com/en-nz

Zone bowling has teamed up with TimeZone to bring you bowling lanes, arcade games and lazer tag for the whole whanau in Botany, Henderson and Wairau Valley

4. Pins Ten Pin Bowling

Pins Lincoln, 199 Lincoln Road, Henderson
pins.co.nz

Pins Lincoln in Henderson is a fun destination for family-friendly bowling in West Auckland. With a dedicated kids’ zone, lightweight bowling balls, and gutter guards, even the youngest bowlers can join in the fun. The venue also offers glow-in-the-dark bowling sessions, adding an extra layer of excitement to the experience.

5. Newmarket Tenpin Bowling

6/2 York Street, Newmarket, Auckland 1030, New Zealand
www.newmarketbowling.co.nz

Nestled in the vibrant neighbourhood of Newmarket you can enjoy a unique and engaging bowling experience at Newmarket Tenpin Bowling. Their family-friendly facilities include bumper lanes, smaller balls for children, and a welcoming atmosphere that encourages friendly competition. Beyond the bowling lanes, Newmarket Tenpin Bowling also offers an array of refreshments and snacks. 

6. Arena

Arena Entertainment, 22 Corinthian Drive, Albany, North Shore, Auckland
www.arenaentertainment.co.nz

Arena’s world-class bowling alley has spacious and modern facilities to go bowling with the kids! There are dedicated lanes for the kids that include bumpers and lighter balls. They also have an arcade, inflatable world, golf, indoor sports and a cafe making it a fun family outing. 

7. Manukau Super Strike

573 Great South Road, Manukau, South Auckland
manukauss.co.nz

Manukau Super Strike has a vibrant atmosphere combined with friendly service. With lanes designed for children and a variety of food options available for your family. If you want to improve your bowling you can join the Manukau Super Strike  league too.

8. Livewire Sylvia Park

Sylvia Park Shopping Centre, 286 Mount Wellington Highway, East Auckland
www.live-wire.co.nz/branch/sylvia-park

Four lanes of bowling at Livewire in Sylvia Park.

9. Livewire Birkenhead

Highbury Shopping Centre, Birkenhead, North Shore, Auckland
www.live-wire.co.nz/bowling

Six lanes of string set bowling at Livewire in Birkenhead.

10. Westgate Bowing

Westgate Shopping Centre, 1 Fernhill Drive, Westgate, Auckland 0814
www.westgatebowling.co.nz

Enjoy a friendly, safe and inexpensive family-friendly bowling alley in Westgate. The alley is a blend of traditional and modern amenities and has lanes with bumpers for the kids and a range of bowling ball sizes.