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A Guide to Sembawang Hot Springs, the Perfect Place to Let Off Some Steam!
When my European friend visited Singapore, she couldn’t pick a favourite part of the trip. There was so much to love! Still, she couldn’t stop raving about Sembawang Hot Spring Park. It was her first natural hot spring experience, and her excitement caught me off guard.
But honestly, what’s not to love? Boiling eggs in the spring water and soaking your feet with friendly strangers—it’s a one-of-a-kind experience!
If you haven’t been yet, here’s a quick guide to the hot spring park to get you started!
Things to Know
Address: 500 Gambas Ave
Contact Details: +65 6423 9861
Operating Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 8:00 am to 8:00 pm
Admission Fee: Free
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How to Get There
By Train: Take the North-South Line to Yishun (NS13) or Canberra (NS12) MRT stations. From there, walk towards the park!
You can also take the bus from the stations and alight at Gambas Avenue.
By Bus: Take Bus 858 or 969 and alight at a bus stop near Gambas Avenue. From there, take a short walk to the hot spring park.
By Car: There are no car parks available within the premises. The nearest parking is available at 114 Yishun Ring Road. There are bicycle racks, though!
What to Expect
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Sembawang Hot Springs Park is a one-of-a-kind gem in Singapore, home to the country’s only natural hot spring pools. Discovered in the early 1900s, this spring once supplied drinking water and even served as a bathhouse during World War II.
Now transformed into public wading pools, the water ranges from a steamy 50 to 70°C—hot enough to make you appreciate the rare “cool” days at 40°C! It’s the perfect spot for a soothing foot soak with spa vibes, thanks to the water’s famed healing properties.
Make it a family outing! Kids will love exploring the educational plaques that dive into geothermal energy, adding a fun learning twist to the experience.
Tips:
- Temperatures can reach as high as 100 to 150 degrees Celsius, which is boiling hot! That’s why there’s an area called the “Egg Cooking Section.” A popular activity among locals is to bring raw eggs and boil them using spring water! Bring as many as you want!
- If you want to take a break from the heat and pools, you can walk towards Sembawang Beach which is right next to the hot spring park. People often drop by here for a picnic with their boiled eggs!
Where to Eat
Sembawang Eating House Seafood Restaurant
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Since the hot spring park is located near a beach, it’s a no-brainer to find a seafood restaurant nearby. The Sembawang Eating House Seafood Restaurant specialises in delicious seafood meals made for families to enjoy the freshest catches of the day.
A few of their popular dishes include stingray, abalone, prawns, groupers, lobster, and so much more. Expect to eat a feast here though because their servings are huge!
Tip:
- The best time to visit is at lunchtime. I highly recommend dropping by for a late lunch here after a morning dip at the pools. If you prefer to have dinner, make sure to finish your pool session right before 4:00 pm (because past that, it’ll be difficult to find a free table).
