Downtown George Town Travel Guide

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Georgetown featuring central business district, boating and general coastal views
Downtown George Town
Downtown George Town
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Popular places to visit

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
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 family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Gurney Drive
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
Kapitan Keling Mosque which includes religious elements, a mosque and heritage architecture

Kapitan Keling Mosque

3.5/5(6 reviews)

This striking dome-topped mosque set in spacious gardens is a dramatic feature of the Penang city skyline.

Kapitan Keling Mosque
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

Activities

Half Day Penang City Tour

Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)

NZ$150
per adult
Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

NZ$4
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package
Armenian Street

Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)

NZ$149
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)
THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket

THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket

NZ$31
per adult
THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket
Penang: Evening Walking Foods Tour

Penang: Afternoon Walking Foods Tour

NZ$120
per adult
Penang: Afternoon Walking Foods Tour
Armenian Street Penang

Penang City Private Half Day Tour With Khoo Kongsi & Kek Lok Si

NZ$174
per adult
Penang City Private Half Day Tour With Khoo Kongsi & Kek Lok Si
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Our pick of the best Downtown George Town Hotel Deals

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$149 per night from 10 Jan to 11 Jan
NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2025
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! (1,000 reviews)
"It's every central and walkable to most of the tourist attraction."

Reviewed on 9 Dec. 2024

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Cititel Penang
Cititel Penang
4 out of 5
66 Jalan Penang, George Town
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$87 per night from 30 Dec to 31 Dec
NZ$87
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
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! (647 reviews)
"Everywhere is clean. Once u enter lobby the smell is so fresh."

Reviewed on 19 Dec. 2024

Cititel Penang
Areca Hotel Penang
Areca Hotel Penang
3 out of 5
No. 5, Jalan Khoo Sian Ewe, George Town
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (320 reviews)
"Liked the heritage aspects and the large rooms Very noisy, preventing sleep when events are held next door (at the Majestic) and during clean-up/restoration afterwards due to unmotivated and untrained staff used at the venue."

Reviewed on 15 Dec. 2024

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Areca Hotel Penang
Eastern And Oriental Hotel
Eastern And Oriental Hotel
5 out of 5
10 Lebuh Farquhar, George Town, Penang
The price is NZ$401 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
NZ$401
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2025
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Very luxurious experience."

Reviewed on 22 Dec. 2024

Eastern And Oriental Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Penang
Courtyard by Marriott Penang
4 out of 5
218D JALAN MACALISTER, George Town
The price is NZ$184 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
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! (130 reviews)
"Everything was good and well and we checked in early but we left our luggage with the concierge and went for shopping. The hotel reception was very friendly and helpful. They called and updated our room was ready and helped us to keep our luggage in the room. It’s a very nice hotel but one thing ..."

Reviewed on 16 Dec. 2024

Courtyard by Marriott Penang
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
2 out of 5
139, Lebuh Carnarvon, George Town, Penang
The price is NZ$49 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
NZ$49
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2025
Book a stay at this spa hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 17 Dec. 2024

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
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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 Drive.

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 Penang Hill, 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 Penang Avatar Secret Garden.

Tanjung Bungah

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