Bayan Baru

George Town

Popular places to visit

Gurney Drive

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
KOMTAR showing a high rise building

KOMTAR

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

KOMTAR
Penang Hill

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
Queensbay Mall

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
Ferringgi Beach

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
Kek Lok Si Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

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

Armenian Street

Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)

P7,555
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

P133
per traveler
100% of travellers recommend
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package
Half Day Penang City Tour

Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)

P4,961
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)
Discover Georgetown's Colonial Charm

Georgetown And Penang City Highlights Half Day Tour

P5,074
per adult
Georgetown And Penang City Highlights Half Day Tour
Enjoy breathtaking views of Penang from the top floor of the city's tallest building

THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket

P1,325
per adult
THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket
ESCAPE

Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket

P3,267
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket
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Top hotels in Bayan Baru

Amari SPICE Penang

Amari SPICE Penang

4 out of 5
2 Persiaran Mahsuri, Bayan Lepas, George Town, Penang
The price is P4,812 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
P4,812
P5,372 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (227 reviews)
"We stayed here for two days, and it was an excellent place to stay. Everyone was super friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2025

Amari SPICE Penang
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

4 out of 5
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is P4,313 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P4,313
P5,265 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"A little old. But over all is good"

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Ascott Gurney Penang

Ascott Gurney Penang

4 out of 5
18 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, George Town, Penang
The price is P6,793 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P6,793
P7,512 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
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! (202 reviews)
"Second time staying here, enjoyed the service and the pool!"

Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025

Ascott Gurney Penang
PARKROYAL Penang Resort

PARKROYAL Penang Resort

4.5 out of 5
Batu Ferringhi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, George Town, Penang
The price is P7,481 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
P7,481
P9,002 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Good hotel in a central location,Delicious breakfast and buffet. Staff try hard to please. Very pleasant staff."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

PARKROYAL Penang Resort
Citadines Prai Penang

Citadines Prai Penang

4 out of 5
G 01 MENARA SENTRAL, JALAN JURU SENTRAL, Bukit Mertajam
The price is P3,680 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
P3,680
P4,149 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Bukit Mertajam. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Bukit Kecil ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (89 reviews)
"10/10 for me everything’s is in there close for everything we need , the staff and the amenities of the property are awesome very recommended ."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Citadines Prai Penang
DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Penang

DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Penang

4 out of 5
56 Jalan Low Yat, Batu Ferringhi, George Town, Penang
The price is P3,424 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P3,424
P4,215 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (842 reviews)
"Very friendly and welcoming. Great place to stay."

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel 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 Snake Temple.

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
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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

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