Downtown George Town
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Popular places to visit

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.

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

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

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.

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

Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour

Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket

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

Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)

Good Morning Penang Food Tour with 15+ Tastings
Downtown George Town Hotel Deals

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Room was clean, and well equiped.
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Bayview Hotel Georgetown Penang
Super
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
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

Penang Marriott Hotel
I booked and requested two rooms on the same floor. However, there was no response to my messages sent via Hotels.com or to my emails to the loyalty manager. Upon check-in, the counter staff were initially unaware of my request, but they were helpful and managed to arrange both rooms on the same ...
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025

Areca Hotel Penang
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

The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
Staff were exceptional and the room is beautifully furnished
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown George Town

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 Pinang Peranakan Mansion.

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.

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.

Tanjung Pinang
If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive 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 neighborhood.

Gelugor
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.
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