Penang Island Travel Guide
Where to stay in Penang Island
Downtown George Town
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from KOMTAR to 1st Avenue Mall – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Bayan Lepas
If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Bayan Baru
Bayan Baru might not have many top sights, but Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Gelugor
Travellers enjoy Gelugor for its cafes and monuments. Consider checking out Penang Bridge West End while you're in the area.
Clan Jetty
Clan Jetty is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater George Town area, you might plan a trip to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal or Kapitan Keling Mosque.
Kampung Sungai Nibong
Kampung Sungai Nibong is well liked for its shopping. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Queensbay Mall and Penang International Sports Arena.
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Popular places to visit
KOMTAR
Penang’s tallest building offers spectacular views and plenty of entertainment.
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.
Penang Hill
Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.
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.
Ferringgi Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Ferringgi Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Batu Ferringhi. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Batu Feringghi Night Market
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Batu Feringghi Night Market during your trip to Batu Ferringhi. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Things to do
- KOMTAR
- Gurney Drive
- Gurney Plaza
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- Penang Times Square
- TESCO
- Batu Feringghi Night Market
- Kek Lok Si Temple
- Penang City Hall
- Padang Kota Lama
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
- Penang Adventist Hospital
- Penang National Park
- Straits Quay Mall
- Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
- Island Hospital
- Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre
- Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site
- 1st Avenue Mall
- Pulau Tikus Market
- Loh guan Lye Specialist Centre
- Fort Cornwallis