Historic George Town

George Town

Fort Cornwallis which includes heritage architecture
Kapitan Keling Mosque which includes religious elements, a mosque and heritage architecture
Pinang Peranakan Mansion featuring chateau or palace and interior views
Kapitan Keling Mosque which includes religious aspects, heritage architecture and a mosque
Kapitan Keling Mosque which includes a mosque

Popular places to visit

Pinang Peranakan Mansion featuring interior views

Pinang Peranakan Mansion

This stately mansion beautifully captures what life was for a wealthy Straits Chinese family in the 19th century.

Pinang Peranakan Mansion
Penang City Hall which includes an administrative buidling and heritage architecture

Penang City Hall

This fine example of Victorian architecture forms an opulent backdrop to the Georgetown Esplanade.

Penang City Hall
Penang State Museum showing heritage architecture

Penang State Museum

Housed in a handsome Victorian building, this museum traces Penang’s fascinating history through an extensive collection of artefacts, photographs and artwork.

Penang State Museum
Fort Cornwallis which includes heritage architecture and signage as well as a couple

Fort Cornwallis

Delve into Penang's colonial past in the largest and one of the oldest forts in Malaysia.

Fort Cornwallis
Kapitan Keling Mosque showing heritage architecture, a mosque and religious aspects

Kapitan Keling Mosque

This impressive Indian-Islamic architectural jewel adds to the potpourri of cultural diversity that is Penang.

Kapitan Keling Mosque
Armenian Street

Armenian Street

You can find out about the history of George Town with a visit to Armenian Street. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this family-friendly area.

Armenian Street

Things to do

Half Day Penang City Tour

Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)

P5,118
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)
Georgetown Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Penang Island Tour

Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour

P2,121
per adult
Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour
Discover Georgetown's Colonial Charm

Georgetown And Penang City Highlights Half Day Tour

P5,235
per adult
Georgetown And Penang City Highlights Half Day Tour
Wonderfood Museum

Malaysia: Penang Wonderfood Museum Entry Ticket

P281
per adult
Malaysia: Penang Wonderfood Museum Entry Ticket
Entopia Butterfly Farm

Penang Round Island Tour With Tropical Spice Garden & Entopia Butterfly Farm

P7,271
per adult
Penang Round Island Tour With Tropical Spice Garden & Entopia Butterfly Farm
Penang Hill

Full Day - Penang Tour Including Penang Hill Tickets (Fast Lane) & Lunch

P11,109
per adult
Full Day - Penang Tour Including Penang Hill Tickets (Fast Lane) & Lunch
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Top hotels in Historic George Town

The Prestige Hotel Penang

The Prestige Hotel Penang

5 out of 5
8 Gat Lebuh Gereja, George Town
The price is P6,773 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P6,773
P7,490 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (527 reviews)
"good stay overall"

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

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Royale Chulan Penang

Royale Chulan Penang

4 out of 5
No 1 & 2 Pengkalan Weld, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"Lovely hotel with lovely staff. A bit dated perhaps but that's to be expected for an old hotel! Everything else was great."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

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Royale Chulan Penang
Victoria Garden Hotel

Victoria Garden Hotel

3.5 out of 5
280 Lebuh Victoria, George Town, Pulau Pinang
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (160 reviews)
"Convenient, functional hotel"

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

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Victoria Garden Hotel
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel

2 out of 5
139, Lebuh Carnarvon, George Town, Penang
The price is P1,869 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
P1,869
P2,180 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (999 reviews)
"Hotel was nice but I woke up at 1:30am with a man standing in my room. Apparently the staff had given him the wrong room key and he walked right in while I was sleeping. Then it happened again before I left. Twice in 10 days is pretty lame. Don’t forget to latch the second lock."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
Seven Terraces Hotel

Seven Terraces Hotel

4 out of 5
Stewart Lane, Georgetown, George Town, Penang
The price is P8,455 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
P8,455
P9,307 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (256 reviews)
"Excellent service, hotel and location , very helpful staff"

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025

Seven Terraces Hotel
Mclane Boutique Hotel

Mclane Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
17 Lorong Pasar, George Town, Pulau Pinang
The price is P4,012 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
P4,012
P4,495 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (40 reviews)
"This hotel is in the best location for exploring the old city of George Town. Close to lots of restaurants and sites. The room was very comfortable and clean. The staff were friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on May 24, 2025

Mclane Boutique Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic George Town

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Clan Jetty

Clan Jetty is well-liked for its historic sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater George Town area, you might plan a trip to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal or Pinang Peranakan Mansion.

Clan Jetty
Georgetown showing a coastal town, a skyscraper and cbd

Downtown George Town

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

Downtown George Town is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like KOMTAR and 1st Avenue Mall.

Downtown George Town
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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.

Pulau Tikus
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Tanjung Pinang

If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.

Tanjung Pinang
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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.

Tanjung Tokong
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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

Historic George Town