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 family-friendly 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)

P7,528
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

Malaysia Airalo eSIM Ultimate Data Package

P132
per traveler
100% of travellers recommend
Malaysia Airalo eSIM Ultimate Data Package
Half Day Penang City Tour

Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)

P4,944
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

P5,056
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

P1,320
per adult
THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket
Penang Hill

Penang Day Trip with Temple and Penang Hill Tickets (Fast Lane)

P8,540
per adult
Penang Day Trip with Temple and Penang Hill Tickets (Fast Lane)
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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 P4,761 per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
P4,761
P5,315 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
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! (220 reviews)
"Breakfast service can be improved. 1st day - over easy eggs were with broken egg yolk 2nd day - no more egg at 830am 3rd day - I was told how to order my eggs when he is not listening when I place my order 4th day - over easy eggs were burnt in 1 side and with broken egg yolk Very disappointed"

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

Amari SPICE Penang
Olive Tree Hotel
Olive Tree Hotel
4 out of 5
76, Jalan Mahsuri, Bayan Lepas, George Town, Penang
The price is P3,901 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
P3,901
P4,387 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Queensbay Mall and Penang ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (806 reviews)
"Comfortable"

Reviewed on May 29, 2025

Olive Tree Hotel
Ascott Gurney Penang
Ascott Gurney Penang
4 out of 5
18 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, George Town, Penang
The price is P6,721 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
P6,721
P7,433 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
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! (192 reviews)
"Our room had a great view, was spacious and incredibly clean. The filtered water tap was a nice touch and the pool and gym facilities were immaculate."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Ascott Gurney 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 P4,134 per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
P4,134
P5,052 total
Jul 17 - Jul 18
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice hotel, great location, great breakfast"

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
PARKROYAL Penang Resort
PARKROYAL Penang Resort
4.5 out of 5
Batu Ferringhi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, George Town, Penang
The price is P10,736 per night from Jul 10 to Jul 11
P10,736
P12,841 total
Jul 10 - Jul 11
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! (1,004 reviews)
Amazing Retreat -Cherished Memories at Park Royal
"Amazing stay - Lovely retreat and enjoyed our stay - Enough programmes for our 48 hour stay . Wide selection for breakfast . Thoroughly enjoyed watching sunset by the beach and had a lovely entertainment by Fire Hunter . Enjoyed our late evening drink at Sunset beach bar . Enjoyed my spa treatment ..."

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

PARKROYAL Penang Resort
Citadines Prai Penang
Citadines Prai Penang
4 out of 5
G 01 MENARA SENTRAL, JALAN JURU SENTRAL, Bukit Mertajam
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P3,641 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P3,641
P4,105 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
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! (87 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
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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
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