Funspot is a classic amusement arcade that opened in Laconia, New Hampshire in June 1952. It was…read morefounded by American businessman and politician Robert M. Lawton. As recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records, Funspot is the LARGEST arcade in the world. Originally opened as the Weirs Sports Center, then 21-year-old Lawton opened it as an indoor miniature golf course and penny arcade with $750 borrowed from his grandmother. It was originally located in the top floor of Tarlson's Arcade building across from the Weirs Beach boardwalk. In 1964, Lawton purchased 21 acres of land nearby and relocated his business there. At this time, it was renamed "Funspot". By the 1980s, arcade cabinets and pinball machines had become the most popular attractions at Funspot. The business soon switched from quarters to tokens. Lawton continued to expand the business and even opened six satellite locations, but they all closed down by the late 1990s. Funspot was heavily featured in the 2007 film "The King of Kong": a universally-acclaimed documentary about competitive arcade gaming. Today Funspot has over 600 video games (both retro and modern), pinball machines, ticket redemption machines, an indoor miniature golf course, 20-lane ten-pin and candlepin bowling, cash bingo, a restaurant, a tavern, an ice cream stand, kiddie rides and several other attractions on its grounds. It is also home to the American Classic Arcade Museum. My extended family and I visited Funspot this past summer while we were spending the week in Maine. On one day in particular, it was a little too rainy to go to the beach. Funspot was just an hour drive from where we were staying, so we made the trip and arrived in time for the opening. I have wanted to visit Funspot ever since I saw the film "The King of Kong"; it had been on my bucket list for a while. This place is HUGE; they have so many classic arcade cabinets and pinball machines from the golden age of arcade games (roughly late 1970s to early 1980s). "Donkey Kong", "Pac-Man", "Galaga", "Frogger", you name it and they had it. My wife and I had so much fun taking turns on all of the various arcade cabinets and pinball machines. I especially enjoyed playing "JAWS" pinball in a shark cage of all places. Our two sons especially enjoyed all of the various driving games as well as all of the vintage kiddie rides. My family also enjoyed a few rounds of skee-ball and air hockey. I can't remember the last time I had so much fun; I never wanted to leave. If you are a fan of classic arcades then you simply must make the pilgrimage to Funspot!

Funspot is an absolute blast. So many games and so many memories packed into one place. They've got…read moreeverything--from old consoles and classic arcade games to new stuff that keeps it fresh. Super easy to get tokens too ($20 gets you 110, which lasts a while since old-school games are just 1 token and newer ones run 2-4). I had a great time on Burgertime and pinball--though I wish they had the Addams Family, Millionaire was still a fun one. Beyond the arcade, they've got indoor mini golf, bowling, and even a tavern, so there's something for everyone, kids and adults alike. This place is fantastic and I'll definitely be back. Pro tip: make sure to head across the street to 603 Sweets after--perfect way to end the day.

Lanes are bone dry. More of a family fun center. If you want to actually practice bowling be…read moreprepared to take a lot of straight shots. They oil 2-3x week max.

My husband and I haven't bowled in a long time, so we decided to check out Gametime. The place…read moreitself is great. They offer ten pin and candlepin bowling, arcade and axe throwing. We played candlepin, which was a lot of fun. Our fun was short lived when we were done bowling. It costs $30 an hour for candlepin. After bowling for an hour, we went to the counter to check out. (You can't "stop the clock" yourself at the lane). There are separate counters for the bowling area and arcade area. There was only 1 girl working both counters. I actually didn't see anyone else working in the whole place. That said, we waited approximately 15 minutes for the girl to finish waiting on a family at the arcade counter before coming over to the bowling counter to check us out. We were charged $38.50; $30 for bowling and $8.50 to stand around waiting to cash out!

I think this place is now called Yankee Lanes. Was definitely hesitant on coming here but the place…read morewe typically go to on New Years Day was closed so we came here. All the old reviews but be from the old company because the help was friendly and helpful. Place is clean and they serve beer and food table side. Will be back

Someone put something in my drink one night while I was here. Later when I went back I asked if I…read morecould keep it close to me by my seat because I was uncomfortable leaving it unattended. The staff was extremely rude and inconsiderate when I asked for the accommodation. I understand maintaining guidelines for the establishment, but they should be flexible and care about their customers saftey and comfortability. It's a great place to bowl and has a good atmosphere just wish they would have handled this differently.

It's a fun little place. If you didn't know, it's candlestick bowling, which is really weird if…read moreyou've only done regular bowling. It's still fun and honestly is a lot nicer on your shoulders because you don't have to sling a 16-pound ball. But we went on a weekday and there were a few people there. Everyone really got along with everyone else. Yeah, the don't have food, but in case you missed it: this is a bowling alley. They have alleys and they have bowling balls, which is the important part. Yeah, it's not new and shiny. But is anyone actually building bowling alleys any more? It's a decent place if you want to try out some candlepin bowling.

Opens late but great experience! I love bowling highly…read morerecommend! Lakeside Lanes Manchester NH

Owner does a great job on PA. Equipment is well kept. Kids had a great time... Would certianly…read morereturn and recommend. Some web sites seem to inaccurately reflect distance from Compton, NH. Can not go as "the crow flys".

What do you do when it rains on vacation? Go bowling. Review is only for indoor activities. We have…read moresmall children so we were not able to play laser tag, but it looked like a good set up. The bowling isn't necessarily candle pin. It seemed more like skee ball with bowling pins. So the lanes are small which is hard to see from pictures. $25 for 30 minutes of bowling which our kids really loved. The owner seemed very accommodating and a said he would be expanding indoors next year.

New owners post Covid are doing a lot to make it a destination location and expanding. The pizza…read moreis surprisingly good, definitely an option we forget about. The food ordering area is more of just a bar area that gets a little rowdy families are vest served to stay in the bowling portion Honestly in a lot of ways this place is like a time capsule, operating and living like life was in the 80s and 90s. Parties available at a good value, we have probably been to 5 parties in the past 5 years.

Great food. Just order your burger medium well if you don't want blazing pink. (Medium gets you raw…read morepink all but the crust).

My wife and I have yet to have a bad time at the alley. Staff has always been on point, Lucas in…read morethe proshop is great. Only negative experience I had was a grandfather letting his grandson have his soda past the no food or drink line and it spilling all over the floor. But its part of the charm of a bowling alley. Looking forward to my next visit.

We love it there, old fashion design and reasonably inexpensive. There is a restaurant but it was…read moreopen when we were done bowling.