Downtown George Town

George Town

Georgetown showing central business district, a high rise building and boating
Downtown George Town featuring heritage elements
Downtown George Town which includes food and markets
Penang which includes a cascade, forests and rainforest
Penang featuring a small town or village and street scenes

Popular places to visit

Gurney Drive

Gurney Drive

During your trip to George Town, you can do some window-shopping at Gurney Drive. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Gurney Drive
KOMTAR showing a high rise building

KOMTAR

Penang’s tallest building offers spectacular views and plenty of entertainment.

KOMTAR
Penang City Hall showing an administrative buidling and heritage architecture

Penang City Hall

One of Penang’s finest examples of Victorian architecture makes for a pleasant backdrop to the Georgetown Esplanade.

Penang City Hall
Pinang Peranakan Mansion showing interior views

Pinang Peranakan Mansion

Antiques, artifacts and furnishings give a glimpse into the lives of the elite Chinese families of 19th-century Penang.

Pinang Peranakan Mansion
Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion

Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion

You can learn about the history of Little India with a stop at Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

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

Fort Cornwallis

The largest and one of the oldest forts in Malaysia offers fascinating insight into Penang’s colonial past.

Fort Cornwallis

Things to do

Cycling along the beautiful river

Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour

$28
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour
The Habitat Penang Hill Admission Ticket

Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket

$13
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
Main Facade

Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town

$6
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
Comfortable seating at the Penang International Airport Lounge in Malaysia

Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)

$40
per traveler
Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)
Tech Dome Penang

Penang: Tech Dome Entrance Ticket

$7
per adult
Penang: Tech Dome Entrance Ticket
Good Morning Penang Food Tour with 15+ Tastings

Good Morning Penang Food Tour with 15+ Tastings

$49
per adult
Good Morning Penang Food Tour with 15+ Tastings
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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
$86 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Jan 8 to Jan 9
$96 total
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
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! (1,001 reviews)
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Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Bayview Hotel Georgetown Penang

Bayview Hotel Georgetown Penang

4 out of 5
25-A Farquhar Street George Town Penang
$41 nightly
The price is $47 total per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
$47 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Clean room & comfortable. Thin walls, could hear neighbours constantly. The bathroom seemed dated, but not really an issue. Staff were fabulous!

Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025

Bayview Hotel Georgetown Penang
Penang Marriott Hotel

Penang Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
55 Persiaran Gurney George Town
$156 nightly
The price is $172 total per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
$172 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (104 reviews)
As a former resort manager now retired who travels internationally 9+ months out of the year and lives out of hotels, I know what makes a stay memorable. This was my first stay at this hotel and without a doubt I give it a 10 out of 10, two thumbs up- impressed by the facilities but wowed by your ...

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

Penang Marriott Hotel
Areca Hotel Penang

Areca Hotel Penang

3 out of 5
No. 5, Jalan Khoo Sian Ewe George Town
$70 nightly
The price is $79 total per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
$79 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this 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! (411 reviews)
We loved our stay at Areca, we had a room on the ground floor and it was sheer luxury, spacious, beautiful tiles on the floor, high ceiling, lovely period furniture, fans and air conditioner and a shower that was truly magnificent. We loved the afternoon teas and all the delights that were served. ...

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025

Areca Hotel Penang
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

3.5 out of 5
33, New Lane, (off Macalister Road) George Town Penang
$88 nightly
The price is $98 total per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
$98 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
We stayed for three nights and appreciated the services throughout our stay. The hotel is surrounded by food vendors of different varieties and price ranges. Great open view from the room (on the 15th floor). Easily to get Grab for transportation. Walking distance to attractions in George Town.

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
Loop On Leith Hotel Penang

Loop On Leith Hotel Penang

3 out of 5
29 Leith Street George Town Penang
Stay at this hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (88 reviews)
Easy to explore from

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

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Other neighborhoods around Downtown George Town

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Clan Jetty

Clan Jetty is well-liked for its historic 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 Armenian Street.

Clan Jetty
Fort Cornwallis which includes 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

Though Pulau Tikus might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pulau Tikus Market and Gurney Paragon.

Pulau Tikus
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Tanjung Pinang

If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.

Tanjung Pinang
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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 neighborhood.

Tanjung Tokong
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Gelugor

4/5(6 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Gelugor. You might want to make time for a stop at The Light City or Penang Youth and Sports Complex.

Gelugor
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