Bayan Baru

George Town

Popular places to visit

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Penang Hill

Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.

Penang Hill
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KOMTAR

Enjoy panoramic views of the city and indulge in an array of food and shopping within the island's tallest building.

KOMTAR
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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
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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
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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 Batu Ferringhi. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Ferringgi Beach
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Kek Lok Si Temple

The largest Buddhist temple in Penang houses the awe-inspiring 10,000 Buddha pagoda, the giant bronze statue of Kuan Yin, and a delightful souvenir and food market.

Kek Lok Si Temple

Things to do

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Half Day Penang Island Tour 5 hours

P7,580
Per adult
Half Day Penang Island Tour 5 hours
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Entopia Butterfly Farm And Tropical Spice Garden Tour

P6,551
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Entopia Butterfly Farm And Tropical Spice Garden Tour
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Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour

P1,654
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour
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Penang: Flexible Full-Day Adventures

P11,065
Per adult
Penang: Flexible Full-Day Adventures
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Penang: Flexible Half-Day Escapes

P5,533
Per adult
Penang: Flexible Half-Day Escapes
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Penang Half Day City Tour Including Entopia Butterfly Farm

P5,311
Per adult
Penang Half Day City Tour Including Entopia Butterfly Farm
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Top hotels in Bayan Baru

OZO George Town Penang
OZO George Town Penang
3.5 out of 5
166 Jalan Argyll, George Town, George Town
The price is P2,555 per night from 8 May to 9 May
P2,555
per night
8 May - 9 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (147 reviews)
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Reviewed on Apr 15, 2024

OZO George Town Penang
Amari SPICE Penang
Amari SPICE Penang
3.5 out of 5
2, Persiaran Mahsuri, George Town, Penang
The price is P4,120 per night from 24 May to 25 May
P4,120
per night
24 May - 25 May
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Queensbay Mall and Penang Hill are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (101 reviews)
"Very friendly staff at front desk and quick check-in and check-out."

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2024

Amari SPICE Penang
Olive Tree Hotel
Olive Tree Hotel
4 out of 5
76, Jalan Mahsuri, Bayan Lepas, George Town, Penang
The price is P3,541 per night from 19 May to 20 May
P3,541
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Popular attractions Queensbay Mall and Penang Hill ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (744 reviews)
"It’s a quaint hotel. May not be a resort style hotel but you feel comfy living there. It’s unpretentious. Room is fairly spacious too. Aaaaaah … even at the 14th floor, the shower’s water pressure is almost like a firehose! That’s just so good."

Reviewed on Apr 18, 2024

Olive Tree Hotel
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
4 out of 5
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is P3,817 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
P3,817
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Staff very friendly, clean, convenient to all restaurants"

Reviewed on Apr 25, 2024

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang
5 out of 5
Jalan Batu Feringgi, George Town, Penang
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P7,913 per night from 7 May to 8 May
P7,913
per night
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this luxury resort in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"So the staff was fantastic and I chose to upgrade to a suite that made this day. Just incredible. The staff I interacted with Gana and then Diniy Were superb and understood how to interact with guests at a five star level"

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2024

Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang
Ascott Gurney Penang
Ascott Gurney Penang
4 out of 5
18 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, George Town, Penang
The price is P5,460 per night from 6 May to 7 May
P5,460
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (75 reviews)
"Room has a good view facing the sea. Clean room and spacious"

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2024

Ascott Gurney Penang
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Other neighbourhoods around Bayan Baru

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Pagar Buluh

Though Pagar Buluh might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall.

Pagar Buluh
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Kampung Sungai Nibong

Kampung Sungai Nibong is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Queensbay Mall and Penang International Sports Arena while you're in town.

Kampung Sungai Nibong
If you into Chinese pancakes try the ones here. I like banana and Hawaiian. Eat it hot while still crispy

Sungai Dua

While Sungai Dua isn't home to many top sights, Queensbay Mall and Penang International Sports Arena are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sungai Dua
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Relau

Relau might not have many top sights, but Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Relau
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Bayan Lepas

If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.

Bayan Lepas
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Gelugor

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

Gelugor

Bayan Baru