Things to do in winter in Vancouver: Bowling

When the Vancouver winter weather is dreary and rough, the tough don't stay home. The tough go bowling.

Some people go bowling every week, that's how much they like it! Me, I find it a nice diversion every now and then. I also put it on my list of "fun things to do when traveling if the weather is bad." For travelers looking for something to do in Vancouver in winter, bowling can be fun for a couple or the whole family.

The downside of bowling are the bowling leagues that sometimes take over the Vancouver bowling alleys in the evenings and on weekends. Luckily, there are lots of bowling alleys in Vancouver.

Here are some Vancouver bowling alleys to consider.  The phone numbers are also listed as it is usually good to call ahead for lane availability and to make reservations if needed:

REVS Bowling and Entertainment Centre

REVS Bowling and Entertainment Centre - considered western Canada's largest 10 pin bowling alley, REVs also has a bar, fitness centre and lots more fun.  Located at 5502 Lougheed Highway, Burnaby, B.C. (a Vancouver subsection). Phone: 604.299.9381.  Before you go, get a free coupon for 1 game here while it lasts, subject to change.

Grandview Lanes

Grandview Lanes - 5 pin and 10 pin bowling, 2195 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, 604.253.2747

Varsity Ridge Bowl

Varsity Ridge Bowl - 5 pin bowling, 2120 15th Ave W, Vancouver, BC, 604.738.5412

Commodore Lanes and Billiards

Commodore Lanes and Billiards - 838 Granville St, Vancouver, 604.681.1531

Town 'N Country Bowl & Billiards

Town 'N Country Bowl & Billiards - 745 Marine Dr SE, Vancouver, BC,
604.325.2695

Can you recommend any other good places for Vancouver travelers to go bowling?  Leave a comment.