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 family-friendly 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.
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.
Things to do
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Entry Ticket
Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
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
Ascott Gurney Penang
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Clean hotel in a great location near restaurants and shops, with friendly staff—though luggage space is limited.
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
The Granite Luxury Hotel
Large rooms excellent staff good AC poor fridge
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
Clean room, breakfast was good n lots of varieties.
Reviewed on May 9, 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 KOMTAR and 1st Avenue Mall.
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 Pinang Peranakan Mansion.
