Downtown George Town Travel Guide
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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.
KOMTAR
Learn about the local history of George Town when you spend time at KOMTAR. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Penang City Hall
You can learn about the history of Little India with a stop at Penang City Hall. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Pinang Peranakan Mansion
You can learn about the history of Little India with a stop at Pinang Peranakan Mansion. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
You can learn about the history of Little India when you stop by Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Kapitan Keling Mosque
After visiting Kapitan Keling Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chinatown. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Downtown George Town
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
We enjoyed the fact that the Sunway is locally accessible to the hawker stalls and some of the best food in Malaysia. The room was clean and the staff was friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Bayview Hotel Georgetown Penang
Good location. Very spacious room. Great view. Staff helpful and courteous.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
Excellent room, amenities, food, service, value, quality and everything. Absolutely loved my stay!
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Very good breakfast lot of variety good customer service comfortable bed
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Areca Hotel Penang
Staying at the Areca is like coming home. The staff remember me and are warm, friendly & helpful. The rooms are comfortable & charming. Love the design of this row of heritage houses, making it a cohesive and cosy hotel. Location cannot be beaten.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
The Prestige Hotel Penang
Unique clean hotel, very nice vibe!
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown George Town
Clan Jetty
Travellers like the historical sites in Clan Jetty, and Chew Jetty is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
Tanjung Pinang
If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive 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.
Gelugor
You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Gelugor. You might want to make time for a stop at Penang Youth and Sports Complex or Penang Bridge West End.
Downtown George Town Travel Guide
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- Gurney Drive
- Gurney Plaza
- KOMTAR
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- Padang Kota Lama
- Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site
- Penang City Hall
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
- Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre
- 1st Avenue Mall
- Chit Tiau Lor Ban San
- Pulau Tikus Market
- Fort Cornwallis
- Penang State Museum
- Pasar Chowrasta
- Armenian Street
- Prangin Mall
- One-stop Midlands Park Centre
- Kidland Penang
- Goddess of Mercy Temple
- Penang Islamic Museum
- Penang Buddhist Association temple
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