Popular places to visit
Gurney Drive
During your trip to George Town, you can do some window-shopping at Gurney Drive. While in this relaxing 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 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.
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
Georgetown Half-day Penang Island Tour (SIC – SHARED / JOIN IN TOUR)
THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Sungai Dua
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025
PARKROYAL Penang Resort
Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025
Ascott Gurney Penang
Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang
Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sungai Dua
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.
Bayan Baru
While Bayan Baru isn't home to many top sights, Penang International Sports Arena and Snake Temple are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Gelugor
Visitors to Gelugor like its cafes and monuments, and Penang Bridge West End is a sight worth a stop.
Pagar Buluh
Though Pagar Buluh might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Penang International Sports Arena and Snake Temple.
Taman Happy Valley
Though Taman Happy Valley might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kek Lok Si Temple and Bats' Cave Temple.