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.

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.

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 Pinang Peranakan Mansion.

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
"The place is nice and staffs are helpful. Love it. Recommended place to stay"
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

The Prestige Hotel Penang
"Well maintained. My 3rd time staying in Prestige hotel since opening. Clean and perfect size room for couple with complete amenities. Friendly and helpful front desk staff. Good breakfast with Malaysian flavours. Highly recommended"
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang
"There is no airport shuttle at the hotel, breakfast at KLCC is bad. Shangri-la golden sand is a lots of children very noisy and musilum prayer very loud early 5 am and thru out the day."
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

1926 Heritage Hotel Penang By The Unlimited Collection
"The heritage hotel is newly renovated, so as you’re welcomed you’ll see the space has been really nicely done and feels modern whilst also keeping the heritage of the original space. It’s in a pretty good location, with local street food around the corner and a short Grab to the centre of Penang. ..."
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

lyf Georgetown Penang
"All good"
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Century Bay Private Residences
"Very good residential building. nothing around the properly except a small grocery shop. Great view and great amenities."
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2024
Stay near popular George Town attractions
Things to do

Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket

Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket

Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
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- Gurney Drive
- KOMTAR
- Gurney Plaza
- Padang Kota Lama
- Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site
- Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
- Kek Lok Si Temple
- Penang National Park
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- Batu Feringghi Night Market
- Penang City Hall
- Straits Quay Mall
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre
- Fort Cornwallis
- Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
- Kapitan Keling Mosque
- Penang Adventist Hospital
- 1st Avenue Mall
- Island Hospital
- Pasar Chowrasta
































