George Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit George Town
Where to stay in George Town
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.
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.
Bayan Lepas
If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Tanjung Bungah
A noteworthy feature of Tanjung Bungah is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Batu Ferringhi Beach and Tanjung Bungah Beach.
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.
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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 relaxing 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 Hill
Explore the great outdoors at Penang Hill, a lovely green space in Kampung Rambutan. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
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
Learn about the local history of Kampung Cantik when you take a trip to Kek Lok Si Temple. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
- Gurney Drive
- KOMTAR
- Penang Hill
- Gurney Plaza
- Queensbay Mall
- Ferringgi Beach
- ESCAPE Adventureplay
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- Kek Lok Si Temple
- University of Science-Malaysia
- Penang Times Square
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- Padang Kota Lama
- TESCO
- Penang City Hall
- Batu Feringghi Night Market
- Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site
- Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
- Penang National Park
- Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre
- Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple
- 1st Avenue Mall
- Penang International Sports Arena
- Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
- Penang State Museum
- Fort Cornwallis
- Pulau Tikus Market