1 / 3Jalan Besar Swimming Complex
📍 Singapore, Central
Clean, well-maintained public swimming complex on Tyrwhitt Road with a 50m lap pool, shallow teaching pool, and good changing facilities. A short walk from Farrer Park MRT with free parking on-site.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
A wonderful everyday swimming venue that's genuinely affordable, reliably clean, and easy to reach. The teaching pool is a good depth for young swimmers building confidence, while the lap pool gives adults space to exercise. Weekday visits reward families with quiet lanes and a peaceful atmosphere. Bring contactless payment and sunscreen.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Sai Winn Paing linn maung
11 months ago
“This is a great place to relax and unwind on your day off. The price is affordable, and it’s conveniently located near Farrer Park MRT - I think it’s only about a 10-minute walk from the station. The pool is clean, and even if you’re not a strong swimmer, there are always friendly staff around to help and keep an eye on you.”
Po
a year ago
“Visited Jalan Besar Swimming Complex (100 Tyrwhitt Rd) on a Thursday afternoon and had a great swim! Opens from 8 am to 9:30 pm on Thursdays, with entry just $1.30 for adults on weekdays via ActiveSG. The pool was quiet with plenty of lanes, water was clean, and facilities like showers and lockers were well-maintained. Conveniently located near Farrer Park MRT-great value for a peaceful weekday swim.”
Adi Drozd
a year ago
“As a foreigner I have to say (reading previous comments ) that the registration/payment was simplified and now I just needed to pay the entrance fee using Google pay/apple pay etc. and that's it. Overall great facility for the price especially. Take and use your sun screen.”
💬 What parents mention
Overview
Jalan Besar Swimming Complex offers a 50m outdoor lap pool, a shallow 25m teaching and kids' pool, and well-maintained changing rooms with showers and lockers. Entry is cashless via contactless card payment or mobile wallets. Located a ten-minute walk from Farrer Park MRT, the complex is accessible by foot, bus, or car with free parking available. Lifeguards are on duty and the atmosphere is consistently calm and unhurried, particularly on weekday afternoons.
