Downtown George Town

George Town

Downtown George Town which includes food and markets

Penang which includes a cascade, forests and rainforest

Penang featuring a small town or village and street scenes

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Things to do

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George Town Travel Guide

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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.

KOMTAR

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

Pinang Peranakan Mansion

You can learn about the history of George Town with a stop at Pinang Peranakan Mansion. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Penang City Hall

You can learn about the history of George Town when you stop by Penang City Hall. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion

You can learn about the history of George Town with a stop at Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

Penang State Museum

You can study the exhibits at Penang State Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to George Town. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Things to do

Georgetown Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Penang Island Tour

Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour

$37

per adult

Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)

$88

per adult

80% of travellers recommend

Private Half Day Penang Hill & Temple Tour

$123

per adult

94% of travellers recommend

Chinese Clan Secrets and History Guided Walking Tour in Penang

$53

per adult

Private Penang Hill Habitat Nature Walk with Lunch

$170

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Penang City Private Half Day Tour With Khoo Kongsi & Kek Lok Si

$105

per adult

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Clan Jetty

Travelers like the historic sites in Clan Jetty, and Chew Jetty is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Fort Cornwallis which includes heritage architecture

Historic George Town

If you're spending some time in Historic George Town, Pinang Peranakan Mansion and Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal are top sights worth seeing.

Pulau Tikus

Though Pulau Tikus might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pulau Tikus Market and Gurney Paragon.

Tanjung Pinang

If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.

Tanjung Tokong

Tanjung Tokong is well-regarded for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views, and you might also want to make a stop by Ibox Museum of Glass Penang, a top sight in the neighborhood.

Gelugor

4/5(6 area reviews)

Visitors to Gelugor like its cafes and monuments, and Penang Bridge West End is a sight worth a stop.

Downtown George Town