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A historic building with red and white trim, labeled as Central Fire Station 1908, and a sign for George Town World Heritage. 1
A coastal cityscape with dense urban development, a prominent skyscraper, and a large body of water. 2
A mosque with a tall minaret and domed roof, surrounded by a fence and a banner. 3
A mural of a child on a bicycle, a rusty metal gate, and a concrete wall. 4
A narrow waterway flanked by wooden structures with fishing nets, a pier extending into the water, and modern buildings in the background. 5
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Price is P 2,730 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
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Overview

    • Immerse yourself in the history of Penang from 1786 to the present day
    • Learn about the food culture of Penang, including Malay, Chinese, and Indian
    • Explore the real-life community of Penangites and their living practices
    • Enjoy a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 guests
    • Discover the prominent community of acculturated Chinese unique in this world

Activity location

    • George Town
    • George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 4, Jalan Tun Syed Sheh Barakbah, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
    • George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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The Rise of Penang Walking Heritage Tour

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
P 2,730.44 x 2 AdultsP 5,460.88
Total
Price is P 5,460.88

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Guided walking tour of George Town, Penang
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    Exploration of historical buildings
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    Insight into the food culture of Penang
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    Understanding of different ethnic living practices
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    View of architectural styles showcasing different cultures
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    Discovery of the peace and harmony of Penang
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    Complimentary snack tasting
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    Small group of maximum 10 guests
  • Exclusions
    Transportation to and from the starting point
  • Exclusions
    Meals
  • Exclusions
    Entrance fee of Blue Mansion
  • Exclusions
    Entrance fee of Fort Cornwallis

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Littering, Smoking indoors
    • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments

What you can expect

  • Discover the history of Penang on a guided walking tour of George Town. Learn about the rise of Penang from 1786 until the present day and immerse yourself in the history of the island.

    Begin your tour by meeting your guide in George Town. Walk into the real-life community of Penangites and learn about the food culture in Penang, which consists of different ethnicities, including Malay, Chinese, and Indian. Plus, the Peranakans, also known as the Babas and Nyonyas, were a prominent community of acculturated Chinese unique to this part of the world

    See the architectural styles that showcase the cultures of different races and ethnicities. Discover the secret to living in peace and harmony on this UNESCO World Heritage island.

Location

Activity location

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    • George Town
    • George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 4, Jalan Tun Syed Sheh Barakbah, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
    • George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia