Venues range from traditional neighborhood lanes to large entertainment centers that combine bowling with arcades and full-service dining. Differences usually come down to lane availability, shoe rental sizes, and whether a spot caters to casual open play or structured league schedules. A map pin shows location, but it will not tell you if you need to reserve lanes in advance on weekends.
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Amf Oakridge Lanes
5420 Thornwood Dr, San Jose, CA 95123-1214
Mon-Sat 9AM-9PM, Sun 10AM-7PM
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Bowlero San Jose
5420 Thornwood Dr, San Jose, CA 95123-1214
Mon-Sat 9AM-9PM, Sun 10AM-7PM
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San Pedro Social
163 W Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95113
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4th Street Bowl
1441 N 4th St, San Jose, CA 95112
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Santa Clara County USBC
90 E Gish Rd, San Jose, CA 95112-4800
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SJSU Student Union Bowling Center
211 S 9th St, San Jose, CA 95192
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Cambrian Bowl Inc.
14900 Camden Ave, San Jose, CA 95124
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Skip Pavone's World of Bowling
14900 Camden Ave, San Jose, CA 95124
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Good to know
Do I need to bring my own bowling ball and shoes?
No, virtually all bowling alleys provide house balls in various weights and have rental shoes available for all ages. If you play regularly, bringing your own fitted ball and shoes will offer a more consistent experience, but casual players can just show up.
How much does bowling usually cost per hour or per game?
Pricing is typically structured either per game per person or by renting a lane by the hour for a group. Rates often range from $4 to $8 per game, or $25 to $50 per hour for a lane, with shoe rentals usually costing an additional $3 to $5 per person.
Are bumper lanes available for young children?
Most modern bowling centers have automatic bumpers that can be set to raise or lower for specific players in your group. Some older or league-focused venues may still use manual foam bumpers, so it helps to ask if you are visiting with toddlers.