Butterworth Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Butterworth
Where to stay in Butterworth
Taman Teratai
While Taman Teratai isn't home to many top sights, Sunway Carnival Mall and Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal are some notable places to visit nearby.
Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City by IHG
Hotel facilities was in top condition. Comfortably stay with beautiful scenic. Strong aircon and maintained excellent cleanliness
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
The Granite Luxury Hotel
Great hotel, very modern and clean. Only downside, there was loud music until midnight during the week.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Nice location and very accessible to any places of interest.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang
lyf Georgetown Penang
Always a wonderful stay with lyf whenever we visit Penang! Rooms are clean, staffs are attentive & helpful and location is great for my family heading to eateries, pubs, shopping. GM of Lyf Nixen even became a close friend after so many past trips staying at Lyf.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
22 Macalisterz George Town By Mana-Mana
Staff, hotel smells of mold and sewer and let it rides. We had to force the staffs to go up to the room to admit the smell to proof that we did not make up to get refund. We had to suffer for four days with the smell. They said can not do anything about it
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Popular places to visit
Butterworth Arena
Learn about the events happening in Butterworth Arena during your trip to Butterworth. Wander the white-sand beaches and marina while you're in the area.
Tow Boo Kong Temple Butterworth
After visiting Tow Boo Kong Temple Butterworth, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kampung Buluh. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Ninth Emperor God Temple
After visiting Ninth Emperor God Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Butterworth. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Butterworth with a trip to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Robina Eco Park
Explore the great outdoors at Robina Eco Park, a lovely green space in Butterworth. Wander the white-sand beaches and marina while you're in the area.
Kelab Tentera Udara
Enjoy a round of golf in Butterworth at Kelab Tentera Udara. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour
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- Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal
- Gurney Drive
- KOMTAR
- Gurney Plaza
- Kek Lok Si Temple
- Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site
- Penang City Hall
- AEON Mall Bukit Mertajam
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- Penang National Park
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- Straits Quay Mall
- Batu Feringghi Night Market
- Penang Adventist Hospital
- Padang Kota Lama
- St. Anne's Church
- Fort Cornwallis
- Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
- Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre
- Design Village Outlet Mall
