Penang Island
Travel Guide
Visit Penang Island
Where to stay in Penang Island
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.
Batu Ferringhi
Travellers to Batu Ferringhi praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Batu Feringghi Night Market and Ferringgi Beach.
Bayan Lepas
If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.
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 Pinang
If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.
Gelugor
You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Gelugor. You might want to make time for a stop at Penang Bridge West End or THE LIGHT Waterfront Penang.
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
Spacious room, great location, good breakfast.
Reviewed on 29 Oct, 2025
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Everything good
Reviewed on 13 Nov, 2025
Angsana Teluk Bahang, Penang
We stayed in many hotels in Malaysia. This one by far was the best one!
Reviewed on 15 Nov, 2025
The Granite Luxury Hotel
Clean room, gracious staff
Reviewed on 11 Nov, 2025
lyf Georgetown Penang
Our 3rd Trip coming back to PEN this year and have been staying in lyf all the time. What draws us back is not only the old heritage places, food & entertainments. Lyf team lead by their GM Nixen Chin always make you feel at ease and accommodative to their maximum capacity. Many of my friends felt ...
Reviewed on 9 Nov, 2025
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang
It is highly recommended property if you would like to be treated like a princess
Reviewed on 12 Nov, 2025
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.
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.
KOMTAR
Enjoy panoramic views of the city and indulge in an array of food and shopping within the island's tallest building.
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 George Town. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit 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.
Things to do
Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket
- Gurney Drive
- Penang Hill
- Gurney Plaza
- Queensbay Mall
- KOMTAR
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- Ferringgi Beach
- ESCAPE Adventureplay
- Teluk Bahang Beach
- Padang Kota Lama
- Kek Lok Si Temple
- Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple
- Straits Quay Mall
- University of Science-Malaysia
- Penang City Hall
- Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
- Batu Feringghi Night Market
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- Penang National Park
- Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
- Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre
- Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
- Penang International Sports Arena
- 1st Avenue Mall
- Island Hospital
- Kapitan Keling Mosque
- Gurney Paragon
