Tanjung Tokong Travel Guide
George Town
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Popular places to visit
Penang Avatar Secret Garden
Penang Avatar Secret Garden is just one of the places to see in George Town, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
KOMTAR
Penang’s tallest building offers spectacular views and plenty of entertainment.
Penang Hill
Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.
Gurney Plaza
During your visit to George Town, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Plaza. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour
Top hotels in Tanjung Tokong
Hompton by the Beach Penang
Really nice staff and great restaurant with a terrific breakfast brunch buffet.. Nice room & pool. Across from hotel is a good night market with fresh local food and cultures to enjoy for reasonable prices
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Citadines Tanjung Tokong Penang
The Landmark by The Only Bnb
The Granite Luxury Hotel
Hotel is very clean and staff very friendly, and helpful. They speak good English and are happy to assist you. Location is superb. Close to where we want to eat and sight see.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang
Staff are friendly. Amenities are adequate. Location of the hotel is good with restaurants and shops nearby. However, bed linen and towels seem "yellowish" which leaves a bad impression.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
The Prestige Hotel Penang
Location dry good and staff very polite and extremely helpful
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tanjung Tokong
Tanjung Pinang
If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.
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 Bungah
A noteworthy feature of Tanjung Bungah is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Tanjung Bungah Beach and Batu Ferringhi Beach.
Downtown George Town
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from The Top at Komatar to KOMTAR – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
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.
