Historic George Town
George Town
Visit Historic George Town
Popular places to visit
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.
Kapitan Keling Mosque
This impressive Indian-Islamic architectural jewel adds to the potpourri of cultural diversity that is Penang.
Fort Cornwallis
Delve into Penang's colonial past in the largest and one of the oldest forts in Malaysia.
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.
Armenian Street
You can find out about the history of Little India with a visit to Armenian Street. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
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 Historic George Town
The Prestige Hotel Penang
Great room. Excellent location. Value for money!
Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025
Victoria Garden Hotel
breakfast was
Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025
Royale Chulan Penang
Nice old building with nice features. Facilities were limited by the nature of the building and some of them were out of order. Great location to access old Georgetown
Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
Clean convenient location friendly helpful staff good bed
Reviewed on Sep 13, 2025
Seven Terraces Hotel
The room is huge with unique antique furnishing. However, there was not enough lighting, and the room is dark at night.
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Argus Residence
Other neighbourhoods around Historic George Town
Clan Jetty
Travelers like the historic sites in Clan Jetty, and Chew Jetty is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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 Penang Youth and Sports Complex or Penang Bridge West End.
