Balik Pulau

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Penang National Park is incredibly beautiful and a great place to take a hike. The reward is finding yourself on a fairly secluded beach where you can unwind and take a dip. Malaysia does a pretty good job with their national parks - keeping them mostly undeveloped and so forth. We hiked from the park entrance to Turtle beach and ended up catching a boat back rather than hiking back. By taking the boat, we were able to enjoy seeing the remote coastal areas of the park where trails do not go. Tip: wear real shoes and not flip-flops. It is a hike after all. (not that we would have made that mistake, right?)
Penang National Park is incredibly beautiful and a great place to take a hike. The reward is finding yourself on a fairly secluded beach where you can unwind and take a dip. Malaysia does a pretty good job with their national parks - keeping them mostly undeveloped and so forth. We hiked from the park entrance to Turtle beach and ended up catching a boat back rather than hiking back. By taking the boat, we were able to enjoy seeing the remote coastal areas of the park where trails do not go. Tip: wear real shoes and not flip-flops. It is a hike after all. (not that we would have made that mistake, right?)
🇬🇧 The golden paddy fields during harvest season are incredibly beautiful! �💛 🇷🇴 Campuriile aurii de orez în timpul sezonului de recoltare sunt incredibil de frumoase! 💛
Swinging into Wednesday like...🌿
Homemade Traditional food called ketupat palas, a staple during Hari Raya in Penang #culture
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

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Jalan Batu Feringgi George Town Penang
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JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

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Amari SPICE Penang

4 out of 5
2 Persiaran Mahsuri, Bayan Lepas George Town Penang
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The Granite Luxury Hotel

The Granite Luxury Hotel

3 out of 5
191. Jalan Magazine George Town
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lyf Georgetown Penang

lyf Georgetown Penang

4 out of 5
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Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang

5 out of 5
55 Persiaran Gurney George Town Penang
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Popular places to visit

Penang Hill

Penang Hill

Explore the great outdoors at Penang Hill, a lovely green space in Mukim 16 Ayer Hitam. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Penang Hill
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Gurney Drive

During your trip to George Town, you can do some window-shopping at Gurney Drive. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Gurney Drive
Nothing says fish chips like these. Actually I got these because I think they locals eat PoPo fish flavored chips if they want their babies to grow up to be Police Officers. LOL

Gurney Plaza

During your visit to George Town, you can do some window-shopping at Gurney Plaza. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.

Gurney Plaza
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Queensbay Mall

During your visit to Kampung Sungai Nibung Besar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Queensbay Mall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Queensbay Mall
KOMTAR showing a high rise building

KOMTAR

Learn about the local history of George Town with a stop at KOMTAR. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

KOMTAR
Spectacular sunset at the Straits of Malacca makes the travelling worthwhile. If you stay in one of the luxury hotels lining the beach, do get a beach facing unit with a balcony.

Ferringgi Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ferringgi Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to George Town. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Ferringgi Beach

Things to do

Penang Hill Train

Penang Hill Funicular Ticket

$8
per adult
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Penang Hill Funicular Ticket
Comfortable seating at the Penang International Airport Lounge in Malaysia

Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)

$40
per traveler
Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

$2
per traveler
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package
Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

$14
per adult
Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
TeddyVille Museum

Malaysia: TeddyVille Museum Entry Ticket

$7
per adult
Malaysia: TeddyVille Museum Entry Ticket
Penang: Afternoon Walking Foods Tour

Penang: Afternoon Walking Foods Tour

$70
per adult
Penang: Afternoon Walking Foods Tour
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George Town featuring heritage elements and heritage architecture

George Town