George Town
Travel Guide
Visit George Town
Where to stay in George Town
Downtown George Town
Downtown George Town is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like The Top at Komatar and KOMTAR.
Batu Ferringhi
Batu Ferringhi is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Batu Feringghi Night Market and Ferringgi Beach.
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.
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.
Tanjung Bungah
Tanjung Bungah is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Tanjung Bungah Beach and Batu Ferringhi Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of George Town.
Bayan Lepas
If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.
The Granite Luxury Hotel
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
The George Penang By The Crest Collection
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang
lyf Georgetown Penang
22 Macalisterz George Town By Mana-Mana
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour
- Gurney Drive
- KOMTAR
- Gurney Plaza
- Queensbay Mall
- Penang Hill
- Ferringgi Beach
- ESCAPE Adventureplay
- Teluk Bahang Beach
- Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site
- Penang City Hall
- Kek Lok Si Temple
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- Penang National Park
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- Straits Quay Mall
- Batu Feringghi Night Market
- University of Science-Malaysia
- Padang Kota Lama
- Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
- Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre
- Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
- Chit Tiau Lor Ban San
- Loh guan Lye Specialist Centre
- Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple
- Fort Cornwallis
- Dhammikarama Burmese Buddhist Temple
- Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
- Penang Avatar Secret Garden
- Penang State Museum