Tanjung Pinang
George Town
Visit Tanjung Pinang
Popular places to visit
Straits Quay Mall
During your visit to George Town, you can do some window-shopping at Straits Quay Mall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
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.
Gurney Plaza
During your visit to George Town, you can do some window-shopping at Gurney Plaza. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
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.
Things to do
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Entry Ticket
Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Tanjung Pinang
Jazz Hotel Penang
Staff courteous, but check in rather slowl. Room dimensions good A little abstemious in provision of drink sachets. Towels could be replaced as showing its age
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026
Profolio Straits Quay
The descrfiption mentioned there is hot tub. that is the only reason why i booked this room - for my son. But when i c hecked in, there was no hot tub. When i checed with the agent, she said it's not her problem. previously there was a hot tub, and then they removed it which was obviously a lie. ...
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
The Granite Luxury Hotel
We stayed here for three nights while visiting Georgetown. Nice room that was very clean. Location was walkable to many things and also a quick Grab ride to anything. Only thing we didn’t know was no restaurant attached so we couldn’t order room service and no coffee! They did have tea available ...
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Clean room, walking distance
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
The George Penang By The Crest Collection
location is very convenient. Hotel is well placed and very comfortable
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
Staff very good facilities good and quality of food excellent
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tanjung Pinang
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.
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 Drive.
Tanjung Bungah
Tanjung Bungah is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Tanjung Bungah Beach and Batu Ferringhi Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of George Town.
Downtown George Town
Downtown George Town is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like The Top at Komatar and KOMTAR.
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.
Clan Jetty
Clan Jetty is well-liked for its historic sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Little India area, you might plan a trip to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal or Armenian Street.
