7 spots for late-night Atlanta fun — no bars included

What if you love the night life, but you don’t necessarily want to boogie at a bar?

Atlanta night owls, you’ve got options.

Here are seven ideas for late-night fun —minus the bars— in metro Atlanta.

Putter around at Topgolf

Hours: 10 a.m. -11 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 10 a.m. -midnight. Friday-Saturday; 10 a.m.- 11 p.m. Sunday.

Midtown’s Topgolf entertainment complex is the place to play an oddly appealing game until late night. They describe themselves as “like bowling or darts, but for golf.” Basically, you hit a ball with a microchip into targets ranging from 20 to 240 yards away. A rooftop terrace, food and beverage menu and 200-plus HDTVs round out the scene.

1600 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd NW, Atlanta. There’s a Topgolf in Alpharetta too.

Eat at Desta Ethiopian Kitchen

Hours: Briarcliff Road: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday-Thursday; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday; Emory Point: 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Monday-Sunday

Just because you missed prime dining hours doesn’t mean you can’t eat primo ethnic food, even if you’re seeking vegan or vegetarian. Dine family-style or on your own or try the takeout, it’s up to you. This authentic Ethiopian eatery has outdoor seating, off-street parking and a full bar.

Briarcliff Road: 3086 Briarcliff Road NE, Atlanta

Westside: 2250 Marietta Blvd. NW, Suite 206, Atlanta

Catch a flick

You don’t have to squint at your computer screen to enjoy a late-night movie.

Metro Atlanta theaters offer shows that end and even start after midnight, especially if they’re blockbusters. Regal Avalon in Alpharetta, which starts weekend shows as late as 10:15 p.m. And you can get all fancy with IMAX at Regal Atlantic Station 16 IMAX, RPX & VIP which has listed shows starting as late as 10:45 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights.

Sleep under the sea at the Georgia Aquarium

The action doesn’t stop once the aquarium closes its doors for the night. They also schedule sleepovers at the facility for families and small groups, including presentations and activities. You’ll sleep right next to a gallery window showing the nocturnal activities of aquarium marine animals. They have group and family sleepover dates open most Fridays and Saturdays with weekday offerings, like Tuesdays, beginning in April.

Don’t just think, “Aw, lucky kids!” Every now and then the aquarium schedules adult sleepovers, too.

Prices: To discuss pricing and potential sleepovers, call the aquarium at 404-581-4000 or visit georgiaaquarium.org.

225 Baker St. NW, Atlanta

Roll a few frames at Midtown Bowl

Hours: Noon-midnight Wednesday-Thursday; Noon to 2 a.m. Friday-Saturday; Noon-midnight Sunday.

Dust off your bowling shoes with a few games with other late-night bowling fans at Midtown Bowl. They’ve been around since 1960, so it’s vintage fun. Or, try their 11th frame private event venue for very modern bowling fun and a full bar.

1936 Piedmont Circle NE, Atlanta

Congregate at Cafe Intermezzo for sweets

Hours vary but Dunwoody and Avalon (Alpharetta) are open till at least midnight on Fri.-Sat. and Midtown is open till 1 a.m. on Fri.- Sat.

The typical late-night sweet craving might involve doughnuts, but this place has such lovely pastries — and a European coffee house feel.

1065 Peachtree St, Suite 2 Atlanta

4505 Ashford-Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody

100 Avalon Blvd, Alpharetta

Opt for Snap Fitness 24/7

Hours: 24/7 access for members

So maybe it’s not entertaining all the time, but it’s nice to have a place for a late-night workout — particularly if you are taking a time out from the bar scene.

245 North Highland Ave, Atlanta