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What to do in George Town
Popular places to visit
Gurney Drive
During your trip to George Town, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Drive. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour 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.
KOMTAR
Enjoy panoramic views of the city and indulge in an array of food and shopping within the island's tallest building.
Queensbay Mall
During your visit to Kampung Sungai Nibung Besar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Queensbay Mall. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Ferringgi Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Ferringgi Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Batu Ferringhi. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy 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.
Pinang Peranakan Mansion
This stately mansion beautifully captures what life was for a wealthy Straits Chinese family in the 19th century.
Penang National Park
Brimming with an abundance of wildlife in unique habitats, not found in other national parks of Malaysia.
Penang City Hall
This fine example of Victorian architecture forms an opulent backdrop to the Georgetown Esplanade.
Areas of George Town
Downtown George Town
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from KOMTAR to 1st Avenue Mall – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
Tanjung Bungah
A noteworthy feature of Tanjung Bungah is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Batu Ferringhi Beach and Penang Avatar Secret Garden.
Bayan Lepas
If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Bayan Baru
Bayan Baru might not have many top sights, but Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Gelugor
Travellers enjoy Gelugor for its cafes and monuments. Consider checking out Penang Bridge West End while you're in the area.
- Gurney Drive
- Penang Hill
- KOMTAR
- Queensbay Mall
- Gurney Plaza
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- Ferringgi Beach
- ESCAPE Adventureplay
- Penang Times Square
- Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple
- Kek Lok Si Temple
- University of Science-Malaysia
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- TESCO
- Padang Kota Lama
- Penang National Park
- Penang City Hall
- Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
- Batu Feringghi Night Market
- Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site
- Straits Quay Mall
- Penang Adventist Hospital
- Island Hospital
- Teluk Bahang Beach
- Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre
- Penang International Sports Arena
- 1st Avenue Mall
- Kapitan Keling Mosque
- Loh guan Lye Specialist Centre
- Penang Avatar Secret Garden
- Tropical Spice Garden
- Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
- Fort Cornwallis
- Penang State Mosque
- Hospital Lam Wah Ee
- Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
- Chit Tiau Lor Ban San
- Penang State Museum
- Pulau Tikus Market
- RECSAM and Institute Pendidikan Guru
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