Downtown George Town
George Town
Visit Downtown George Town
Popular places to visit
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.
KOMTAR
Enjoy panoramic views of the city and indulge in an array of food and shopping within the island's tallest building.
Penang City Hall
This fine example of Victorian architecture forms an opulent backdrop to the Georgetown Esplanade.
Pinang Peranakan Mansion
This stately mansion beautifully captures what life was for a wealthy Straits Chinese family in the 19th century.
Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
You can learn about the history of George Town with a stop at Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Kapitan Keling Mosque
This impressive Indian-Islamic architectural jewel adds to the potpourri of cultural diversity that is Penang.
Things to do
Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour
Top hotels in Downtown George Town
OZO George Town Penang
I spend 4 nights here. The hotel is Clean, comfortable and Friendly staff.
Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
Spacious room, great location, good breakfast.
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
The room is smaller than expected however location is very good
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Cititel Penang
Great service
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
The staff was very accommodating.
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Penang
Staff was friendly. Rooms were not large but adequate in size and very clean. Place looks updated not rundown. Hotel slippers were nicer than most hotels. Buffet breakfast good value with access to healthy choices like salad, cooked vegetables, oatmeal, eggs, fresh fruits
Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown George Town
Clan Jetty
Travelers like the historic sites in Clan Jetty, and Chew Jetty is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Pulau Tikus
Though Pulau Tikus might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pulau Tikus Market and Gurney Paragon.
Tanjung Pinang
If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Gelugor
You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Gelugor. You might want to make time for a stop at THE LIGHT Waterfront Penang or The Light City.
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