Historic George Town Travel Guide
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Pinang Peranakan Mansion
You can learn about the history of George Town with a stop at Pinang Peranakan Mansion. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Penang City Hall
You can learn about the history of George Town with a stop at Penang City Hall. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums 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 George Town. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Fort Cornwallis
You can learn about the history of George Town with a visit to Fort Cornwallis. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Kapitan Keling Mosque
You can learn about the history of Chinatown with a stop at Kapitan Keling Mosque. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Armenian Street
You can find out about the history of George Town when you stop by Armenian Street. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Historic George Town
The Prestige Hotel Penang
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025
Royale Chulan Penang
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025
Victoria Garden Hotel
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025
Seven Terraces Hotel
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025
Mclane Boutique Hotel
Reviewed on 24 May 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 George Town area, you might plan a trip to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal or Pinang Peranakan Mansion.
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 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
Travellers enjoy Gelugor for its cafes and monuments. Consider checking out Penang Bridge West End while you're in the area.
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- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- Padang Kota Lama
- Penang City Hall
- Penang State Museum
- Fort Cornwallis
- Armenian Street
- Penang Islamic Museum
- Queen Victoria Clock Tower
- Yeoh Kongsi
- Goddess of Mercy Temple
- Children on Bicycle by Ernest Zacharevic
- Batik Painting Museum Penang
- Penang Vintage Toy Museum
- Cathedral of the Assumption
- Pinaon Time Tunnel
- Victoria Memorial Clocktower
- House of Yeap Chor Ee
- Han Jiang Ancestral Temple
- Cheah Kongsi
- Acheen Street Mosque