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 KOMTAR and 1st Avenue Mall.
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.
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.
Bayan Lepas
If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Tanjung Bungah
Tanjung Bungah is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Batu Ferringhi Beach and Tanjung Bungah Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of George Town.
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.
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
PARKROYAL Penang Resort
Ascott Gurney Penang
The Granite Luxury Hotel
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang
The Landmark by Katana
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.
Penang Hill
Explore the great outdoors at Penang Hill, a lovely green space in Kampung Rambutan. 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.
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.
Kek Lok Si Temple
Learn about the local history of Kampung Cantik when you take a trip to Kek Lok Si Temple. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket
Malaysia: Penang Wonderfood Museum Entry Ticket
Penang: Flexible 6-Hours Highlights
Penang Day Trip with Temple and Penang Hill Tickets (Fast Lane)
- Gurney Drive
- KOMTAR
- Penang Hill
- Gurney Plaza
- Queensbay Mall
- Ferringgi Beach
- ESCAPE Adventureplay
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- Kek Lok Si Temple
- University of Science-Malaysia
- Teluk Bahang Beach
- Penang Times Square
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- Padang Kota Lama
- TESCO
- Penang City Hall
- Straits Quay Mall
- Batu Feringghi Night Market
- Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site
- Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
- Penang National Park
- Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre
- Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple
- 1st Avenue Mall
- Penang International Sports Arena
- Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
- Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
- Penang State Museum
- Fort Cornwallis
- Pulau Tikus Market