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Orto Prawning & Fishing – West Coast (Opposite Haw Par Villa)
Singapore’s largest freshwater prawning and pay-pond fishing experience, ideal for families, casual anglers, and outdoor dining enthusiasts.




Orto Prawning & Fishing – West Coast (Opposite Haw Par Villa) Singapore’s largest freshwater prawning and pay-pond fishing experience, ideal for families, casual anglers, and outdoor dining enthusiasts.
Why bring the kids / group | Whether your crew is family, friends, or fellow anglers, this mellow spot offers a fun, hands-on seafood-catching experience in spacious, well-maintained ponds. Plus, kids can try longkang-style pond fishing for a nostalgic kampung experience. Convenient onsite dining at 88 Seafood and bars make it a chilled social hangout ([reddit.com][1], [littledayout.com][2]). |
Opening hours | Daily: 10 AM till late—often open 24 hrs unless booked for private events . |
Admission | • 1 hr: $22 (drink + guaranteed ~4 prawns) • 2 hrs: $34 (1 drink, ~8 prawns) • 3 hrs: $40 (2 drinks, ~10 prawns) • 5 hrs (1 rod): $68 • 10 hrs (2 rods): $118 All rods & bait included. Private event bookings available for 30+ rods ([littledayout.com][2], [orto.sg][3]). |
Family facilities | Two large indoor, ventilated prawn ponds; electric/charcoal grills for catch-to-cook; clean toilets; casual eateries and bars including 88 SGMY Seafood & zi char; stroller-friendly walkways . |
Highlights / What to do | • Hands-on prawning with fresh catch cooked on-site. • Longkang-style pond fishing for younger kids (plastic tank & net provided) . • Enjoy live sports via TVs in bars. • Sample diverse F&B: Thai at Kinn Derm, Western at Mo’s Grill, gelato, brewpub vibes ([mustsharenews.com][4]). |
Getting there | MRT: Haw Par Villa – 5 min walk Bus: Alight at West Coast Highway near Haw Par Villa entrance Drive/Grab: Ample parking at Westway complex |
Nearby food | On-site: 88 SGMY Seafood (zi char), RedDot BrewHouse, Kinn Derm (Thai), Mo’s Grill, Volta Bistro, After Hours Gelato. Additional dining inside Westway & nearby Haw Par Villa park. |
Parent tips | • Weekday daytime is quieter; weekends evenings livelier with events. • It's beginner-friendly: staff top-up catch if low and offer help . • Bring sanitiser and wet wipes. • For longkang fishing, adults watch from the side; kids get a nostalgic kampung experience. | |
Contact | Phone: +65 8685 2181 Email: events@88seafood.sg ([orto.sg][3]) Website: orto.sg/activities/prawningatorto/ ([wanderlog.com][5]) |
Socials | Facebook/Instagram: Prawning @ ORTO West Coast — follow for tagged-prawn events, contests, giveaways, and live-music schedules |
Address | 27 West Coast Highway, #01‑12/13 (former Westway building), Singapore 117867 – just opposite Haw Par Villa MRT |
A rustic, family-friendly prawning and fishing destination with a laid-back vibe, diverse food options, and interactive experiences for both adults and kids, conveniently located opposite Haw Par Villa.
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