Have you ever felt the need to just get away from the endless rows of shopping malls? Exploring fish farms in Singapore is the perfect way to spend a slow Saturday away from the city. While most people think of our island as just a concrete jungle, these rustic spots prove there’s a lot more "green and blue" out there to discover.
Supporting local food security is a huge plus, but the real draw is the peace you find standing by the water. Whether you want to learn about sustainability or just try your hand at catching dinner, these farms offer a refreshing change of pace for anyone who’s already touredlooking to touch grass (or bass).
01 • Catch your dinner at Smith Marine Floating Restaurant
Floating in the middle of the sea between Changi Point and Pulau Ubin, Smith Marine is the first floating kelong restaurant in the country. Because it’s located offshore, you’ll need to book a 10-minute ferry ride to get there, but the experience of being on the water is worth every cent.
The main draw here is the “sure-catch” fishing, where you’re all but guaranteed to hook a snapper, sea bass, or grouper within minutes. Once you’ve reeled in your catch, you’ll have the chance to either bring your catch home or have the staff cook it up for you on the spot. Of course, Smith Marine Floating Restaurant also has a menu chock full of fresh seafood, so you won’t have to choose between a full stomach and a new fishy friend for your boat ride back.
📍 Address: Pulau Ubin Coastal Waters, Singapore
⏰ Opening hours: 10am – 7pm daily (reservations on WhatsApp required)
📞 Contact: 9796 7609
🍴 Halal status: Halal
🌐 Website: smithmarine.com.sg
02 • Relive your childhood at Qian Hu Fish Farm
If you’ve grown up locally, chances are that you’ll feel a hit of deja vu entering Qian Hu Fish Farm, even if you may not recognise it by name. Yes, this is the fish farm that countless cohorts of kindergarteners and primary school kids have been brought to. If the last time you’ve been there was in a year beginning with “200”, you’d be surprised at how much the farm’s been spruced up since then, and how much more fish you can see when you’re over 90cm tall.
Beyond the nostalgic appeal, Qian Hu also sports the widest range of fish in Singapore, with over a thousand ornamental species from around the world. Slowly, you can wander through the rows of tanks and admire the vibrant colours of the koi and goldfish. If your feet are tired from walking, they even have a fish spa where itty-bitty Garra Rufa nibble away at your feet for natural exfoliation.
📍 Address: 71 Jalan Lekar, Singapore 698950
⏰ Opening hours: 9am – 6pm daily
📞 Contact: 6766 1554
🌐 Website: qianhudiscover.com
03 • Embrace sustainability at Nature’s Hug
This ain’t your average prawning spot. With a strong focus on sustainability and zero-waste, resource-efficient shrimp cultivation, Nature’s Hug is one farm you won’t want to miss. This farm-to-table operation cultivates up to 100 million shrimp larvae per year in a series of vats, tanks, and algae-controlled ponds. And you best believe that they’ll be more than happy to take you through every step of the process.
Even if you’re being lugged around by the kids, this is one fish farm tour you’ll want to pay attention to, as excursions here end with a freshly-prepared, 3-course shrimp tasting session paired with Italian white wine. After the tour, you can even pick up some of their fresh harvest to bring home.
📍 Address: 21 Neo Tiew Lane 1, Singapore 718788
⏰ Opening hours: Contact for tour bookings
📞 Contact: 8687 6556
🍴 Halal status: Halal
🌐 Website: www.natureshug.sg
04 • Admire the "living jewels" at Nippon Koi Farm
Surprisingly, Nippon Koi Farm doesn’t just do koi. This family-run operation cultivates koi and food fish, while having an extensive aquaponics section. And while they’re one of the only fish farms in Singapore to accept walk-ins, you’ll want to schedule a tour to get the full experience, as it’s the only way to try out some hands-on farming for yourself.
To end off your visit, be sure not to miss the farm’s Spinach Ice Cream. Made from Nippon Koi-produced spinach (of course), this ice cream has a nutty, grounded flavour that tastes the way grass-burnt knees under sunlight feel.
📍 Address: 51 Jalan Lekar, Singapore 698946
⏰ Opening hours: Mon to Sat, 8.30am – 6.30pm | Sun, 8.30am – 6pm
📞 Contact: 6763 1882
🌐 Website: nipponkoifarm.com
05 • Frog out at Khaiseng Fish Farm
Featuring 30 ponds full of fish, frogs, and eels, Khaiseng is one of the few places where you can buy live fish directly from the source. This farm has been around for almost 20 years, and prides itself on clean ponds filled with healthy fish. While it's more of a functional farm than a tourist attraction, the raw energy of the place is fascinating to observe. If you are planning a BBQ or a big family dinner, this is the place to stock up on the freshest ingredients and have a true farm-to-table experience.
📍 Address: 291 Neo Tiew Crescent, Singapore 718903
⏰ Opening hours: 8am – 5pm daily
📞 Contact: 8925 1181
🌐 Website: khaisengfishfarm.com
(Feature photo from: Khaiseng Fish Farm)
