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.
Gurney Plaza
During your visit to George Town, you can do some window-shopping at Gurney Plaza. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
Pinang Peranakan Mansion
This stately mansion beautifully captures what life was for a wealthy Straits Chinese family in the 19th century.
Padang Kota Lama
Padang Kota Lama is just one of the places to see in Little India, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this family-friendly area.
Penang City Hall
This fine example of Victorian architecture forms an opulent backdrop to the Georgetown Esplanade.
Things to do
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Entry Ticket
Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
Top hotels in Downtown George Town
Ascott Gurney Penang
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Clean hotel in a great location near restaurants and shops, with friendly staff—though luggage space is limited.
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
The Granite Luxury Hotel
Large rooms excellent staff good AC poor fridge
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
Clean room, breakfast was good n lots of varieties.
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
lyf Georgetown Penang
Clean and nice
Reviewed on May 1, 2026
Eastern And Oriental Hotel
Breakfast buffet is excellent
Reviewed on May 13, 2026
Check Downtown George Town hotel availability
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown George Town
Clan Jetty
Clan Jetty is well-liked for its historic sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Little India area, you might plan a trip to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal or Pinang Peranakan Mansion.
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 Drive.
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 Penang Bridge West End or THE LIGHT Waterfront Penang.
