Things to do in Penang

Activities, attractions and tours

Penang which includes heritage architecture
Penang which includes heritage architecture
Penang featuring a suspension bridge or treetop walkway as well as a couple
Penang National Park showing forests and a sandy beach
Penang showing heritage elements and heritage architecture
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What to do in Penang

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Metropolitan, skyscraper, skyline building by the shore of Gurney Drive, George Town, Penang; Shutterstock ID 429264034; PO: Hcom Destination Content neighborhoods; Client: Hotels.com; Other: Hcom bra

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.

Gurney Drive
Penang Hill

Penang Hill

Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.

Penang Hill
KOMTAR showing a high rise building

KOMTAR

Enjoy panoramic views of the city and indulge in an array of food and shopping within the island's tallest building.

KOMTAR
Nothing says fish chips like these. Actually I got these because I think they locals eat PoPo fish flavored chips if they want their babies to grow up to be Police Officers. LOL

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.

Gurney Plaza
Spectacular sunset at the Straits of Malacca makes the travelling worthwhile. If you stay in one of the luxury hotels lining the beach, do get a beach facing unit with a balcony.

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.

Ferringgi Beach
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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.

Queensbay Mall
Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple in Penang, George Town

Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple

After visiting Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in George Town. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple
Kek Lok Si Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

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.

Kek Lok Si Temple
Pinang Peranakan Mansion featuring interior views

Pinang Peranakan Mansion

This stately mansion beautifully captures what life was for a wealthy Straits Chinese family in the 19th century.

Pinang Peranakan Mansion

Areas of Penang

Georgetown showing a coastal town, a skyscraper and cbd

Downtown George Town

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Downtown George Town is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like KOMTAR and Prangin Mall.

Downtown George Town
Tropical Spice Garden featuring signage and a park

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.

Batu Ferringhi
View of fishing village in Tanjung Tokong, Penang, Malaysia

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 Tokong
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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.

Historic George Town
Floating Mosque of Tanjung Bungah, Penang island, Malaysia

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.

Tanjung Bungah
Kampung Binjai, Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia; Shutterstock ID 71020951; PO: Hcom Destination Content neighborhoods; Client: Hotels.com; Other: Hcom brand budge

Bayan Lepas

If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.

Bayan Lepas
George Town featuring heritage elements and heritage architecture

George Town

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Jerejak Island

Cars driving across Penang bridge at sunrise, Penang, Malaysia

Seberang Jaya

Penang Hill, George Town, Penang, Malaysia

Butterworth

Malaysia, Penang Island, Juru, Kepala Batas, Penaga, Sunset reflecting in water

Kepala Batas

Aerial view of Bukit Mertajam Hills and Mengkuang Dam during sunrise. Located at Bukit Mertajam, Penang.

Bukit Mertajam

A traditional Cantonese handmade pastry shop that dates back a few generations. The business founder learnt the art of pastry making from his mother who was working in a dimsum teahouse, back in the heydays of tin-mining in Kampar. To honour their parents' first pushcart business built from a converted trishaw, the 3rd generation named their egg tarts Trishaw Egg Tarts. They can be bought at this shop in Georgetown.

Jelutong

Aerial panoramic view of Penang Island, Malaysia.

Sungai Jawi

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