Looking for places the whole family can play? For the third installment of our Where to Play in Brooklyn series, we are sharing where to play mini-golf and go bowling! Whether you’re looking to play inside or outside, we have you covered from Red Hook and DUMBO, to Sunset Park, Fort Hamilton, Gravesend, Coney Island, and more!
Looking for the first or second article in this series? Check out Where to Play in Brooklyn: Board Games here and Where to Play in Brooklyn: Arcades here! Looking for more places to play? Check out our guide to the best drop-in indoor fun in Brooklyn by neighborhood here!
Shipwrecked | Red Hook
Shipwrecked in Red Hook has indoor miniature golf, an arcade, and immersive mini escape rooms. The mini golf course is $16.99 for ages 3-12 and $21.99 for ages 13+. Escape rooms start at $15.99. Arcade games are pay per game with rechargeable game cards. They also offer Sensory Nights with sound effects off, lighting dimmed, and other sensory-friendly accommodations and amenities. Shipwrecked is open Thursday-Sunday, 11:00am-10:00pm.
Brooklyn Go-Karts & Mini Golf | Coney Island
Head to Coney Island and get ready to play. There is a mini-golf course and a go-kart track. They even have a mini go-kart track for little drivers to take a spin. Summer hours are not posted yet, but we will be sure to update soon.
Melody Lanes | Sunset Park
Take the family bowling at Melody Lanes! There are 26 lanes, arcade games, and tons of snacks and food, as well as alcohol for adults. Bowlers are first-come, first-served (for groups less than 10). Melody Lanes is open from 9:00am daily until at least midnight. Bowling starts at $60/hour on weekdays, $65/hour on weekends; check their website for specials for family time, after school, and more! Bowling shoe rental is $6.
Bowl 360 | Gravesend
Bowl 360 brings people together with a unique mix of energy, excitement, and innovation. From casual bowlers and league players to corporate groups and weekend fun-seekers, the center is carefully designed to elevate the experience from the moment you walk in. They offer modern bowling, food and drinks, and an arcade. Families can also book a lane online before they go to save time! Pricing is for 2 hours/person and is usually $10/person, $25/person, or $40/person depending on the day of the week and time of the bowling session. Complimentary shoe rental is included. They are open from 10:00am to 2:00pm daily.
Ft. Hamilton Bowling Center | Bay Ridge
The Ft. Hamilton Bowling Center has bowling, arcade games, and great food. Call before you go to check hours and that there is open bowling available. You must enter the army base at 101st Street and Fort Hamilton Parkway and present a valid ID to gain security clearance. They often have specials on their Facebook page so be sure to check before you go!
Area 53 Laser Tag & Mini-Bowling | DUMBO
Area 53 is located in a dual-level basement in DUMBO and offers laser tag and mini-bowling, best for ages 8 and up. Open Monday to Sunday, Area 53 has mini-bowling for $30! Up to 6 players can play. They also offer laser tag tickets are $39.99 during the week and $49.99 on weekends per person for non-private laser tag games. Each ticket allows for 3 laser tag games, each around 15 minutes.
The Randolph | DUMBO
Come to The Randolph for some Feather Bowling. Book here for $46/hour. Families can also play pinball, vintage arcade games, foosball, shuffle board, and more. Tokens are $1. They offer a large food and drink menu. The Randolph is open at 12:00pm on weekdays and 11:00am on weekends (with the game room opening at 4:00pm Tuesday-Friday). They are closed on Mondays. Note: kids are only welcome on weekdays before 6pm, Saturdays before 2pm, and Sundays all day.
Updated: April 15, 2026. Main Image: Melody Lanes
