Downtown George Town

George Town

Georgetown featuring cbd, boating and a coastal town
Downtown George Town
Downtown George Town
Penang featuring rainforest, forest scenes and a waterfall
Penang showing a small town or village and street scenes

Popular places to visit

Gurney Drive

Gurney Drive

4/5(36 reviews)

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.

Gurney Drive
KOMTAR featuring a high-rise building

KOMTAR

4/5(49 reviews)

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

KOMTAR
Pinang Peranakan Mansion showing interior views

Pinang Peranakan Mansion

4.5/5(21 reviews)

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

Pinang Peranakan Mansion
Penang City Hall which includes an administrative building and heritage architecture

Penang City Hall

4/5(11 reviews)

This fine example of Victorian architecture forms an opulent backdrop to the Georgetown Esplanade.

Penang City Hall
Penang State Museum featuring heritage architecture

Penang State Museum

Housed in a handsome Victorian building, this museum traces Penang’s fascinating history through an extensive collection of artefacts, photographs and artwork.

Penang State Museum
Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion

Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion

You can learn about the history of George Town when you stop by Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion

Things to do

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

Malaysia Airalo eSIM Ultimate Data Package

S$3
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Malaysia Airalo eSIM Ultimate Data Package
Half Day Penang City Tour

Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)

S$113
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)
Discover Georgetown's Colonial Charm

Georgetown And Penang City Highlights Half Day Tour

S$116
per adult
Georgetown And Penang City Highlights Half Day Tour
Enjoy breathtaking views of Penang from the top floor of the city's tallest building

THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket

S$30
per adult
THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket
Penang Hill

Penang Day Trip with Temple and Penang Hill Tickets (Fast Lane)

S$195
per adult
Penang Day Trip with Temple and Penang Hill Tickets (Fast Lane)
Penang Hill

Full Day - Penang Tour Including Penang Hill Tickets (Fast Lane) & Lunch

S$306
per adult
Full Day - Penang Tour Including Penang Hill Tickets (Fast Lane) & Lunch
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Top hotels in Downtown George Town

Ascott Gurney Penang
Ascott Gurney Penang
4 out of 5
18 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, George Town, Penang
The price is S$133 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
S$133
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (185 reviews)
Ideal hotel
"Nice clean modern hotel with big rooms, lots of space. Great views from hotel room and fantastic breakfast. Location is ideal for food court and various restaurant plus Gurney Plaza."

Reviewed on 14 Jun, 2025

Ascott Gurney Penang
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
4 out of 5
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is S$107 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
S$107
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Good service of the hotel staffs, they took note of my request to ask for standing shower for my eldery mum and also assist to change our room from a twin bed to a king sized bed during check-in."

Reviewed on 14 Jun, 2025

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Macalister Terraces Hotel
Macalister Terraces Hotel
2.5 out of 5
71, Lorong Macalister, George Town, Penang
The price is S$116 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
S$116
22 Jun - 23 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (62 reviews)
"Friendly staff and good service"

Reviewed on 13 Jun, 2025

Macalister Terraces Hotel
The Granite Luxury Hotel
The Granite Luxury Hotel
3 out of 5
191. Jalan Magazine, George Town
The price is S$85 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
S$85
17 Jun - 18 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (178 reviews)
"Awesome hotel"

Reviewed on 1 Jun, 2025

The Granite Luxury Hotel
The Prestige Hotel Penang
The Prestige Hotel Penang
4.5 out of 5
8 Gat Lebuh Gereja, George Town
The price is S$158 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
S$158
22 Jun - 23 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (509 reviews)
"Downtown and surrounded by cafes and good food options. The staff & service is excellent, they are all willing to go above and beyond to make your stay comfortable. Compact city rooms and very clean"

Reviewed on 5 Jun, 2025

The Prestige Hotel Penang
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
4.5 out of 5
53 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, Penang
The price is S$113 per night from 24 Jun to 25 Jun
S$113
24 Jun - 25 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Would love to stay there again."

Reviewed on 10 Jun, 2025

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown George Town

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Clan Jetty

Clan Jetty is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater George Town area, you might plan a trip to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal or Pinang Peranakan Mansion.

Clan Jetty
Fort Cornwallis showing heritage architecture

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
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Pulau Tikus

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pulau Tikus and surrounding area, you can visit Pulau Tikus Market and Gurney Paragon.

Pulau Tikus
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Tanjung Pinang

If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.

Tanjung Pinang
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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 neighbourhood.

Tanjung Tokong
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Gelugor

Travellers enjoy Gelugor for its cafes and monuments. Consider checking out Penang Bridge West End while you're in the area.

Gelugor

Downtown George Town