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.
Penang Hill
Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.
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.
KOMTAR
Enjoy panoramic views of the city and indulge in an array of food and shopping within the island's tallest building.
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.
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.
Things to do
Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Gelugor
Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Comfortable bed, good AC, nice bathroom and shower.
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025
Iconic Regency Service Residences - Managed by Iconic Hotel
It's all a 10!
Reviewed on Oct 14, 2025
Bayview Beach Resort
nice pool
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025
Angsana Teluk Bahang, Penang
We stayed in many hotels in Malaysia. This one by far was the best one!
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Bayview Hotel Georgetown Penang
Yes
Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Very good breakfast lot of variety good customer service comfortable bed
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gelugor
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.
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.
Taman Happy Valley
Though Taman Happy Valley might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Penang Hill and Pulau Tikus Market.
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.
Bayan Baru
While Bayan Baru isn't home to many top sights, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
Downtown George Town
Downtown George Town is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like KOMTAR and 1st Avenue Mall.
