Historic George Town Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Padang Kota Lama
Padang Kota Lama is just one of the places to see in Little India, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this romantic area.
Fort Cornwallis
You can learn about the history of Little India with a visit to Fort Cornwallis. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Penang State Museum
You can study the exhibits at Penang State Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Little India. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Armenian Street
You can find out about the history of Little India when you stop by Armenian Street. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this romantic area.
Top hotels in Historic George Town
The Prestige Hotel Penang
The location was perfect and the hotel was lovely
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Victoria Garden Hotel
Friendly & welcoming staff
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Seven Terraces Hotel
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
Great Location. The room is spacious but should be renovated and redecorated.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Royale Chulan Penang
Room fine well provided but hairdryer very weak. Swimming pool area requires upgrading as it is tired and decking breaking up and wood very hot to walk on. No staff for drinks etc
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Mclane Boutique Hotel
Great location, between Little India and Chinatown. Breakfast is made when ordered and hotel staff are very friendly. Overall wouls stay again.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Historic George Town
Clan Jetty
Clan Jetty is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Little India area, you might plan a trip to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal or Armenian Street.
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.
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 Drive.
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.
