Penang Island
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Where to stay in Penang Island
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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.
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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.
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Bayan Lepas
If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.
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Tanjung Bungah
Tanjung Bungah is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Batu Ferringhi Beach and Penang Avatar Secret Garden, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Tanjung Tokong.
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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.
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Gelugor
Visitors to Gelugor like its cafes and monuments, and Penang Bridge West End is a sight worth a stop.
![OZO George Town Penang](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49100000/49097100/49097097/30cd94ee_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on May 19, 2024
![JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14500/14457/b40c13dc_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2024
![Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7900/7808/343cc3ce_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on May 27, 2024
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Reviewed on Mar 12, 2024
![Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89480000/89474800/89474707/81eb6cd5_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2024
![The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang (Formerly known as M Summit 191 Executive Hotel Suites)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18370000/18364400/18364333/fe64a1f6_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 10, 2024
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 Batu Ferringhi. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Batu Feringghi Night Market
You can do some window-shopping at Batu Feringghi Night Market during your visit to Batu Ferringhi. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.