Downtown George Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Georgetown featuring central business district, boating and general coastal views
Downtown George Town
Downtown George Town
Penang featuring rainforest, a waterfall and forests
Penang showing street scenes and a small town or village

Popular places to visit

Gurney Drive

Gurney Drive

4/5(73 reviews)

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.

Gurney Drive
KOMTAR which includes a skyscraper

KOMTAR

3.5/5(82 reviews)

The tallest building in Penang is the place to head for stunning views of the island as well as some retail therapy and great entertainment.

KOMTAR
Pinang Peranakan Mansion which includes interior views

Pinang Peranakan Mansion

4.5/5(28 reviews)

A stunning replica of a wealthy 19th century Chinese home giving you an insight into the grandeur of old times.

Pinang Peranakan Mansion
Penang City Hall featuring an administrative building and heritage architecture

Penang City Hall

4/5(20 reviews)

A splendid example of Victorian architecture in the heart of Penang, this is a monument to the area’s British influence.

Penang City Hall
Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion

Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion

4/5(1 review)

You can learn about the history of George Town when you stop by Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
Fort Cornwallis which includes signage and heritage architecture as well as a couple

Fort Cornwallis

3.5/5(24 reviews)

Among the oldest forts you’ll find in Malaysia, this site takes you on a fascinating journey through Penang’s colonial heritage.

Fort Cornwallis

Activities

Armenian Street

Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)

NZ$239
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)
Half Day Penang City Tour

Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)

NZ$157
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)
THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket

THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket

NZ$41
per adult
THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

Airalo eSIM: Your Ultimate Malaysia Data Package

NZ$10
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Airalo eSIM: Your Ultimate Malaysia Data Package
The Top Penang Admission Ticket

Discover Panoramic Views at The Top Penang E-Ticket

NZ$16
per adult
Discover Panoramic Views at The Top Penang E-Ticket
Enjoy breathtaking views of Penang from the top floor of the city's tallest building

THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket

NZ$42
per adult
THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket
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Our pick of the best Downtown George Town Hotel Deals

Vouk Hotel Suites
Vouk Hotel Suites
4 out of 5
57-G-3 Mansion One, Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah, Georgetown, George Town
The price is NZ$72 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
NZ$72
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Stay at this 4-star hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (470 reviews)
"Please note: the area around the property is safe at night. However it is a commercial area, so no tourist sights, no history, nothing to see, nothing to do, limited public transportation. You can eat out like in other parts of Penang, so no worries that you'll be forced to take all meals in the ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2024

Vouk Hotel Suites
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
4 out of 5
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is NZ$136 per night from 11 Apr to 12 Apr
NZ$136
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (979 reviews)
"This is a pretty decent hotel, about what I would expect for a four star. Despite being in a busy area, it wasn't overly loud. The room itself was comfortable and they have great complimentary slippers. Check in took a lot longer than I would have liked, but beyond that, I had no issues."

Reviewed on 23 Feb. 2025

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Eastern And Oriental Hotel
Eastern And Oriental Hotel
5 out of 5
10 Lebuh Farquhar, George Town, Penang
The price is NZ$403 per night from 11 Apr to 12 Apr
NZ$403
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"It is a beautiful property"

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2025

Eastern And Oriental Hotel
Ascott Gurney Penang
Ascott Gurney Penang
4 out of 5
18 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, George Town, Penang
The price is NZ$211 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
NZ$211
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (161 reviews)
"Love the infinity pool and free upgrade to a suite, thank you, we enjoyed and will come back again"

Reviewed on 3 Mar. 2025

Ascott Gurney Penang
Courtyard by Marriott Penang
Courtyard by Marriott Penang
4 out of 5
218D JALAN MACALISTER, George Town
The price is NZ$176 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (140 reviews)
Goof choice
"The staff is very friendly and the hotel is in a good location"

Reviewed on 24 Feb. 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Penang
Cititel Penang
Cititel Penang
4 out of 5
66 Jalan Penang, George Town
The price is NZ$112 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
NZ$112
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (694 reviews)
"Best thing about the hotel is it's location"

Reviewed on 25 Feb. 2025

Cititel Penang
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown George Town

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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.

Clan Jetty
Fort Cornwallis showing heritage architecture

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.

Historic George Town
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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.

Pulau Tikus
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Gelugor

Travellers enjoy Gelugor for its cafes and monuments. Consider checking out Penang Bridge West End while you're in the area.

Gelugor
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Taman Happy Valley

When in Taman Happy Valley, you can plan a visit to Kek Lok Si Temple and Bats' Cave Temple, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Taman Happy Valley
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Tanjung Bungah

4/5(36 area reviews)

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 Miami Beach.

Tanjung Bungah

Downtown George Town Travel Guide

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