A family business since 1969, the Bowling de Montpellier is a true all-rounder when it comes to having fun. Working hand in hand with the city's bowling school and the Bowling Club Occitan, it's far more than just a bowling alley — it's a whole leisure venue with video games, billiards, a bar and relaxation area, and a warm welcome for children's birthday parties and corporate team-building events alike. Best of all, it's made for everyone, from age 3 to 102, with or without a disability.
At its heart are 16 lanes, ready and waiting for a game whatever your age, whether you've come with friends, family, or colleagues. The space is generous, shoe rental is included, and the atmosphere is festive and family-friendly — all the equipment you need, from shoes to balls, is provided so you can just turn up and play. As a rough guide, allow around ten minutes per player, so a game for five takes about fifty minutes. Reservations are required by phone, with up to eight players per lane (larger groups simply book a second one), and the venue also hosts official tournaments and competitions organised by the French bowling federation.
The fun carries on well beyond the lanes. There are several billiards tables, an electronic dartboard, and a selection of video games and pinball machines that are refreshed every couple of months to keep things new. Music lovers are spoiled too: two state-of-the-art, soundproofed private karaoke boxes (each for three to five people) come with serious sound and a catalogue of tens of thousands of tracks via Karafun, while a dedicated blind-test experience lets you put your music knowledge to the test. And between games, the open-to-all relaxation area is the perfect spot to grab a drink with family or friends, unwind in a laid-back, convivial setting, and stay connected with free wifi.
It's also a brilliant place to celebrate. Children's birthday packages give every invited child a game of bowling, drinks, and sweets, with a fun little gift for the birthday boy or girl and optional treats like a chocolate muffin — and there are formulas with or without cake to suit older kids too (booking around two weeks ahead is recommended, for groups of roughly six to fifteen children). Do note that, as the venue provides its own refreshments, outside food and drinks (including cakes) aren't allowed. Companies, meanwhile, are warmly welcomed for team-building outings.
Friendly, lively, and genuinely something for all ages, the Bowling de Montpellier is a great-value good time on the Pompignane — bowling, billiards, karaoke, games, and a relaxed drink, all under one roof.