Penang Island
Travel Guide
Visit Penang Island
Where to stay in Penang Island
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.
Batu Ferringhi
Batu Ferringhi is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Batu Feringghi Night Market and Ferringgi Beach.
Bayan Lepas
If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall 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.
Tanjung Pinang
If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.
Gelugor
You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Gelugor. You might want to make time for a stop at THE LIGHT Waterfront Penang or The Light City.
PARKROYAL Penang Resort
Super friendly and helpful staff.The hotel is lovely, needs a bit of updating perhaps but we really enjoyed our stay.The main hotel’s business are conferences of all sort so you might prepare yourself for that aspect of it but didn’t bother us apart from one occasion when the entertainment was trying ...
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
OZO George Town Penang
I spend 4 nights here. The hotel is Clean, comfortable and Friendly staff.
Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
Spacious room, great location, good breakfast.
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025
The Granite Luxury Hotel
The staff was very accommodating and very helpful
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
lyf Georgetown Penang
Our 3rd Trip coming back to PEN this year and have been staying in lyf all the time. What draws us back is not only the old heritage places, food & entertainments. Lyf team lead by their GM Nixen Chin always make you feel at ease and accommodative to their maximum capacity. Many of my friends felt ...
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang
Perfect 10 stay for my wife birthday celebration
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
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
