Beaches · Singapore
The best beaches in and near Singapore
Where to swim and spend a beach day, and when the water is warm.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
The best-known beach is Palawan Beach (About 20–30 minutes from the centre). The sea is usually warm enough for a comfortable swim (21°C+) in January–December.
Key facts
- Beaches in this guide
- 4
- Swimming season
- January–December
- Warmest sea
- 30°C (86°F)
The beaches
About 20–30 minutes from the centre · Families
1.Palawan Beach
A sheltered family beach on Sentosa with a rope suspension bridge to a small islet billed as the southernmost point of continental Asia.
About 20–30 minutes from the centre · Beach bars and sunsets
2.Siloso Beach
Sentosa's liveliest beach, with beach bars, volleyball and water sports, and sunset views towards the shipping lanes.
About 25–35 minutes from the centre · A quieter afternoon
3.Tanjong Beach
The quietest of Sentosa's three main beaches, at the eastern end, with a beach club and lawns shaded by palms.
About 15–20 minutes from the centre · Cycling and picnics
4.East Coast Park
A 15 km seafront park with a sandy shoreline, cycle paths, barbecue pits and seafood restaurants; swimming is possible but the water is not clear.
Sea temperature by month
| Month | Sea | Air high |
|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C (81°F) | 30°C (86°F) |
| February | 27°C (81°F) | 31°C (88°F) |
| March | 28°C (82°F) | 32°C (90°F) |
| April | 29°C (84°F) | 32°C (90°F) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 32°C (90°F) |
| June | 29°C (84°F) | 31°C (88°F) |
| July | 29°C (84°F) | 31°C (88°F) |
| August | 29°C (84°F) | 31°C (88°F) |
| September | 29°C (84°F) | 31°C (88°F) |
| October | 29°C (84°F) | 31°C (88°F) |
| November | 28°C (82°F) | 31°C (88°F) |
| December | 28°C (82°F) | 30°C (86°F) |
Staying near the beach
$$$$ · Best for families, beach and luxury
Sentosa
Sentosa sits just off the south coast and is reached by monorail from VivoCity, cable car or a covered boardwalk from HarbourFront. It is home to Universal Studios Singapore, Siloso, Palawan and Tanjong beaches and a cluster of resort hotels — convenient for families, but a 20–30 minute trip from the city's food and culture.
- Good
- Pools and beaches on the doorstep; Walk to Universal Studios; Quiet at night
- Watch out
- Expensive dining on the island; Removed from hawker centres and old quarters
- Nearby
- Universal Studios Singapore, Siloso Beach, Palawan Beach, VivoCity
Getting to the beaches
- Metro — The MRT runs from about 5:30am to around midnight, with frequent, air-conditioned trains.
- Bus — An extensive bus network covers areas the MRT misses, such as Tiong Bahru, Katong and Dempsey Hill.
- Ferry — Bumboats cross from Changi Point to Pulau Ubin, ferries run from Marina South Pier to the Southern Islands, and international ferries go to Batam and Bintan from HarbourFront and Tanah Merah.
Beach-weather months
Air temperatures rarely reach classic beach weather here: the warmest month, March, averages 32°C (90°F).
Beach safety
Street crime against visitors is uncommon, but laws are strict and fines are enforced for littering, smoking in non-designated areas and other offences. The main hazards are heat, sudden lightning storms and dehydration on long walks. Swim at lifeguarded beaches where possible and follow local flag warnings.
Questions travellers ask
+Does Singapore have beaches?
Yes: Palawan Beach, Siloso Beach, Tanjong Beach and East Coast Park.
+When is the sea warm enough to swim in Singapore?
Usually January–December, when the sea averages 21°C or more.
+What is the best beach near Singapore?
Palawan Beach: A sheltered family beach on Sentosa with a rope suspension bridge to a small islet billed as the southernmost point of continental Asia.