Historic George Town

George Town

Fort Cornwallis which includes heritage architecture
Kapitan Keling Mosque which includes a mosque, heritage architecture and religious aspects
Pinang Peranakan Mansion showing interior views and a castle
Kapitan Keling Mosque showing religious elements, heritage architecture and a mosque
Kapitan Keling Mosque featuring a mosque

Popular places to visit

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
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
Kapitan Keling Mosque which includes a mosque, religious aspects and heritage architecture

Kapitan Keling Mosque

The praying devotees, sleek Muslim architecture and calls to prayer add yet another element to Penang’s diverse cultural mosaic.

Kapitan Keling Mosque
Armenian Street (Lebuh Armenian in Malay) is a narrow street within the city of George Town in Penang, Malaysia. Located within the city's UNESCO World Heritage Site, the road has gained popularity in recent years for its rich cultural offerings and street art. Further down this street is the famous 'Children on a Bicycle' mural by Ernest Zacharevic.

Armenian Street

You can find out about the history of Little India with a visit to Armenian Street. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Armenian Street
Penang State Museum showing heritage architecture

Penang State Museum

This school-turned-museum charts Penang’s colorful history through a comprehensive collection of artifacts, photographs and artworks.

Penang State Museum

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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Historic George Town Hotel Deals

The Prestige Hotel Penang

The Prestige Hotel Penang

5 out of 5
8 Gat Lebuh Gereja George Town
$120 nightly
The price is $133 total per night from Jan 21 to Jan 22
$133 total
Jan 21 - Jan 22, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (564 reviews)
great staff, clean room, clean drinking water.

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025

The Prestige Hotel Penang
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel

2 out of 5
139, Lebuh Carnarvon George Town Penang
$31 nightly
The price is $37 total per night from Jan 20 to Jan 21
$37 total
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
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! (999 reviews)
The room was perfectly sized and well equipped. The same goes for the bathroom - large, with a perfectly sized shower stall. The rooftop bar - great place with a great view. Very helpful staff. Perfect location - between the old and new towns. On the downside, the windows in the room didn't open ...

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
Victoria Garden Hotel

Victoria Garden Hotel

3.5 out of 5
280 Lebuh Victoria George Town Pulau Pinang
$61 nightly
The price is $69 total per night from Jan 13 to Jan 14
$69 total
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (188 reviews)
The staff were wonderful. The room was nice, but the bathroom had some mold in the shower shelf and around the shower head. If this is remedied then it would be all good.

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

Victoria Garden Hotel
Seven Terraces Hotel

Seven Terraces Hotel

4 out of 5
Stewart Lane, Georgetown George Town Penang
$149 nightly
The price is $164 total per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
$164 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, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (262 reviews)
The room is huge with unique antique furnishing. However, there was not enough lighting, and the room is dark at night.

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025

Seven Terraces Hotel
Royale Chulan Penang

Royale Chulan Penang

4 out of 5
No 1 & 2 Pengkalan Weld George Town Penang
$82 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
$92 total
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
Upon arrival I saw the scaffolding and workmen painting the exterior and thought oh no not again. Quite the opposite it was wonderful and ideally located

Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025

Royale Chulan Penang
Ren i Tang

Ren i Tang

3.5 out of 5
82A, Lebuh Penang George Town Penang
$76 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Jan 3 to Jan 4
$86 total
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this inn in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (143 reviews)
Great location, lots of street noise during the day, but not a problem at all after 10pm. Friendly staff, and a good mix of options in the breakfast

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2025

Ren i Tang
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Other neighborhoods around Historic 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
Georgetown showing central business district, a high rise building and boating

Downtown George Town

4.5/5(279 area reviews)

Downtown George Town is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like KOMTAR and 1st Avenue Mall.

Downtown 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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