Farms In Singapore? Here Are 5 To Visit - District Sixtyfive

Are you tired of the bustling city life? If not, you may be one of the rare ones who enjoy the hustle; or you’re simply taking it easy (respect). But farms aren’t just for unwinding and chilling. The rural setting is also great for an unconventional date or a family-friendly activity.

From feeding small animals to catching frogs and fish, and even learning how to grow an edible farm, here are the best farms in Singapore that you can visit to get a slice of the kampung life.

Where are the best farms in Singapore?

Singapore farms1. Hay Dairies — goat farm with fresh milk2. Bee Amazed — bee-keeping experience3. Live Turtle and Tortoise Museum of Singapore — turtle farm4. Qian Hu Fish Farm — longkang fishing5. Bollywood Veggies — vegetable farm with affordable farm-to-table dining6. Viknesh Dairy Farm — cow farm with fresh milk7. Long Kuan Hung Crocodile Farm — crocodile farm8. Gallop Kranji Farm Resort — farm stay accommodation in Singapore9. Jurong Frog Farm — frog discovery programme for small groups

1. Hay Dairies

Animal lovers rejoice at a unique goat-feeding experience at the only goat farm in Singapore. Established since 1988, Hay Dairies is a spacious farm that tends to 800 goats.

For $5, visitors can feed the goats with a bag of Alfafa Hay, which are high in proteins and minerals.

Catch the goat milking process between 9 to 10:30am, after which you can purchase a bottle of fresh goat milk for your own enjoyment.

For those who have never tried goat milk, it’s grassy and earthy with traces of that distinct goaty flavour you get from goat cheese. It’s an acquired taste, but who knows? You might enjoy it.

Address: 250 Neo Tiew Cres, Singapore 719866Opening Hours: Monday: 9am- 4pmTuesday: ClosedWed- Sun: 9am- 4pm

2. Bee Amazed

At Bee Amazed Garden, explore the intriguing world of bees through interactive lessons, honey tasting, and a visit to the beehive observatory.

You can engage in basic beekeeping lessons, explore honey tasting sessions, and visit the beehive observatory. The interactive workshops allow guests to wear beekeeping outfits, handle honeycombs while live bees are present, and learn important skills like managing bee stings.

You have to submit an enquiry form on their official website for a quotation for a customised program.

Location: Clementi Rd, #463, Singapore 599494

3. Live Turtle and Tortoise Museum of Singapore

The Live Turtle and Tortoise Museum holds the Guinness World Record for the largest collection of live turtles and turtle artefacts.

Home to 200 species, including the Alligator Turtle and Radiated Tortoise, visitors can interact with some turtles by petting and hand-feeding them. Explore fascinating varieties like the Pancake Tortoise and the unique Six-Legged Tortoise as they roam freely throughout the park.

Admission is priced at $10 for adult and $6 for children aged 3 to 6 years old.

Location: 81 Lor Chencharu, #01-16, ORTO 769198Opening hours:Monday: 10am-6pmTuesday: ClosedWed-Sun: 10am-6pm

4. Qian Hu Fish Farm

As the largest ornamental fish distributor in Singapore, Qian Hu Fish Farm houses a wide variety of fishes.

Visitors can expect over 1000 species, such as koi and arowana, in large tanks. Other types of aquatic creatures such as eel, stingray and turtles are displayed in a separate section.

Kids can also enjoy longkang fishing — a popular childhood activity in the 50s where children would catch fishes in a small bucket and net — for guppies $7 for 30 minutes.

Address: No. 71 Jalan Lekar, Singapore 698950 Opening Hours: Mon-Fri: 9am-6pmSat-Sun: 9am-7pm

5. Bollywood Veggies

If animals farms aren’t your cup of tea, you might be interested in some flora and fauna.

Experience the simply pleasures of rustic farming life at Bollywood Veggies Farm. Roughly the size of eight football fields, the farm is truly an escape from the concrete jungle. Embark on a guided farm tour or discovery harvest, or enjoy the freshest farm produce at their Poison Ivy Bistro.

Aside from nature, the farm is also home to the Bollywood Food Museum which contains 24 oil paintings that showcases the relations of human civilisations and food.

Address: 100 Neo Tiew Road (Kranji), Singapore 719026Opening Hours: Mon-Wed: ClosedThu-Fri: 9am-6pmSat-Sun: 7am-6pm

6. Viknesh Dairy Farm

Rooted in Hinduism values, Viknesh Dairy Farm is a family-owned cow farm business and a major leading milk supplying company that was established in 2003.

Unlike the other animal farms on this list, you can’t feed or pet the cows as they are mainly used for house blessings and temple prayers. However, admission to Viknesh Dairy Farm is free and you’re can roam around without much guidance.

They also offer free home delivery of fresh cow milk in Singapore for their customers with a minimum order of 5 litres.

Address: 6 Lim Chu Kang Lane 8A, Singapore 719607Opening Hours: 10am-4pm

7. Long Kuan Hung Crocodile Farm

A crocodile farm may not be the first choice for a date idea in Singapore, but Long Kuan Hung Crocodile Farm offers an exciting experience! Enjoy a guided tour lasting 1 to 1.5 hours, where kids can learn about crocodiles and even watch a baby crocodile hatch.

Explore four major families of crocodiles, including alligators, caimans, and gharials. Admission tickets start from $22 per person.

Location: 321 Neo Tiew Cres, Singapore 718914Opening hours:Mon-Sat: 9am-5pmSunday: Closed

8. Gallop Kranji Farm Resort

Gallop Kranji Farm Resort offers a unique farm stay experience where you can immerse yourself in nature while enjoying a range of activities.

Their rustic villas provide a cosy retreat, and guests can participate in fun activities like animal interactions, pony rides, and prawn fishing. Kids can learn about nature through guided tours and various ticketed activities.

Location: 10 Neo Tiew Lane 2 Gallop Kranji Farm Resort, 10 Neo Tiew Lane 2, Farm H, Singapore 718813Opening hours: 24 hours

9. Jurong Frog Farm

Do not be mistaken by its name. The owners decided to keep its name when they moved from Jurong to Lim Chu Kang.

As of now, Jurong Frog Farm is not open to individuals and small groups. The only way to visit them is via their Go GREEN with Frogs programme, which requires a minimum of 20pax per group, at $22 per pax. Book an experience with them on their official website.

This programme is held at Qian Hu Fish Farm.

Location: No. 71 Jalan Lekar, Singapore 698950

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