Introduction

Finding the perfect public swimming pool for family outings in Singapore can enhance your weekends and holidays. With numerous options available, it’s important to choose a pool that offers not just fun, but also safety and convenience for both kids and adults. This guide highlights some of the best public swimming pools in Singapore, ensuring a great time for the whole family.

Best public swimming pools in Singapore

1. Bedok Swimming Complex

Bedok Swimming Complex offers a lap pool, a teaching pool, and a kids’ wading pool, catering to all experience levels. Kids aged five and up can join group or private swimming classes. Parents can enjoy the 50m main pool with eight lanes. Bedok Swimming Complex, 11 Bedok North Street 1, Singapore 469662

Opening hours:
Mon, Wed, Fri: 8:30 am – 9:30 pm
Tues, Sat, Sun: 8 am – 9:30 pm
Closed on Thurs

2. Delta Swimming Complex

At Delta Swimming Complex, you can enjoy swimming regardless of the weather thanks to their sheltered pool. Kids can have fun in the kiddy pool, and there’s also a wave pool with artificial waves for extra fun. Delta Swimming Complex, 900 Tiong Bahru Rd, Singapore 158790

Opening hours:
Mon, Fri, Sun: 8am – 9:30pm
Tues, Thurs, Sat: 6:30 am – 9:30 pm
Closed on Wed

3. Bukit Batok Swimming Complex

Bukit Batok Swimming Complex offers a variety of pools for both leisure and serious swimming. The kiddos can enjoy the wading pool with a mini playground and water features, while the main pool features eight lanes and varying depths for beginners and serious swimmers alike. Bukit Batok Swimming Bukit Batok Swimming Complex Street 22, Singapore 659581

Opening hours:
Mon, Fri, Sun: 8am – 9:30pm
Tues, Thurs, Sat: 6:30 am – 9:30 pm
Closed on Wed

4. Woodlands Swimming Complex

Woodlands Swimming Complex in the North is a haven for kids with its array of slides, sprinklers, and water features at the kids’ wading pool. Lessons are available at the teaching pool, while experienced swimmers can enjoy the competition pool. Woodlands Swimming Complex, 3 Woodlands Street 13, Singapore 738600

Opening hours:
Mon: 6 am – 9.30 pm
Tues, Wed, Fri: 6.30 am – 9.30 pm
Sat, Sun: 8 am – 9.30 pm
Closed on Thurs

5. Bukit Canberra Swimming Complex

Bukit Canberra, a newer addition to Singapore’s swimming complexes, opened in late 2023 and has quickly become known for its kid-friendly features! It boasts two kids’ swimming pool areas – an Outdoor Kids’ Fun Pool and a Sheltered Kids’ Wading Pool. There’s also a competition pool and a teaching pool. After swimming, refuel at the 44-stall hawker center on-site.

Bukit Canberra Swimming Complex, 21 Canberra Link, Singapore 756973
Swimming pool opening hours: Thurs – Tues, 8 am – 9.30 pm (Closed on Wed), open on all public holidays except CNY and eve of CNY

6. Jurong East Swimming Complex

Jurong East Swimming Complex, Singapore’s largest, is a paradise for water park enthusiasts. It offers three towering spiral water slides for thrill-seekers above 1.2m, a huge wave pool with sprays from rock caverns, and a lazy river ideal for younger children. Don’t forget your sunscreen as shade is limited.

Jurong East Swimming Complex 21 Jurong East Street 31, Singapore 609517

7. Splash @ Kidz Amaze

Singapore’s first indoor water playground, Splash @ Kidz Amaze, opened at SAFRA Punggol in mid-2016. This indoor facility allows for hours of play in the ‘Enchanted Deep Sea’, regardless of weather conditions. It features multiple play decks, a themed splash pad, and five water slides, catering to every water lover. They also offer water-themed kids’ birthday parties.

Splash @ Kidz Amaze
SAFRA Punggol, 9 Sentul Crescent Level 3, Singapore 828654
Swimming pool opening hours: Mon to Fri 1 pm to 7 pm | Sat, Sun, PH 10 am to 9 pm | Mon to Fri (School Holiday) 10 am to 7 pm

8. Sengkang Swimming Complex

Sengkang Swimming Complex is a favorite among families in Singapore for good reason it offers fun options for kids of all ages. Older children can enjoy giant, colorful slides, including multi-slides, winding tubes, and thrilling free falls. Toddlers have their own splash-and-slide area with a giant water bucket that guarantees giggles and a good soaking. Parents can unwind in the jacuzzi pool, where soothing bubbles and powerful jets help melt away stress.

Sengkang Swimming Complex, 57 Anchorvale Road, Singapore 544964
Swimming pool opening hours: Tues, Thurs, Sat 6.30 am to 9.30 pm | Wed, Fri, Sun 8 am to 9.30 pm (Closed on Mon)

9. Choa Chu Kang Swimming Complex

When the family budget is a little tight, public pools are a great idea for things to do with kids. We say head to Choa Chu Kang Swimming Complex. This mega public swimming pool has got elements of every great water play park. Grab a float and soak up the sun, bob along the lazy river, or embrace the big waves in the wave pool. Alternatively, just relax as the kids go nuts at the water playground.

Choa Chu Kang Swimming Complex, 1 Choa Chu Kang Street 53, Singapore 689236
Swimming pool opening hours: Tues, Thurs, Sat 7 am to 9.30 pm | Wed, Fri, Sun 8 am to 9.30 pm (Closed on Mon)

10. Our Tampines Hub

After a major upgrade,  Our Tampines Hub now features not only one of our favorite libraries in Singapore but also a pool with fantastic amenities! Situated on the rooftop, the pool offers stunning city views and includes six purpose-built swimming pools. You can relax in the jacuzzi or enjoy the garden-themed kiddy pool, which is 0.3 meters deep and equipped with water fountains, water guns (in case you forget yours), and a kid-sized waterfall. There are also flower-pot fountains and water play tables to ensure the kids have everything they need for a fun day out. With so much to offer, it’s one of our top public pools in Singapore!
Tampines Swimming Complex, Our Tampines Hub, 1 Tampines Walk Level 6, Singapore 528523
Swimming pool opening hours: Mon, Wed, Fri 6.30 am to 9.30 pm | Thurs, Sat, Sun 8 am to 9.30 pm (Closed on Tues)

Conclusion

We hope this guide helps you discover the best public swimming pools in Singapore for family fun. Whether you’re looking for thrilling water slides, kid-friendly splash zones, or relaxing lazy rivers, there’s a pool to suit every family’s needs. Dive in and make the most of your family swimming adventures!