George Town
Travel Guide





Visit George Town
Where to stay in George Town

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.

Batu Ferringhi
Travellers to Batu Ferringhi praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Batu Feringghi Night Market and Ferringgi Beach.

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.

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 neighbourhood.

Clan Jetty
Clan Jetty is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Little India area, you might plan a trip to Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi or Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal.

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang
"The place is dated and falling apart, everything just looks old. The refinement is not there. The acoustics were so so bad that we can hear the conversations from the adjacent room. The bathroom sliding door couldn’t lock / wasn’t functional at all."
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

1926 Heritage Hotel Penang By The Unlimited Collection
"We had a great stay. All of the staff were lovely and the room was clean and inviting. The buffet breakfast was quaint and had enough options to keep you content. The team were very helpful and always had a smile."
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

22 Macalisterz
"Deposit needed which is inconvenient ."
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Family Suite Sunrise Gurney Penang
"Great location right by the ocean! You can enjoy the sunrise over the water from both the living room and the master bedroom. The property was very clean and had air conditioning units in every room. It looked exactly like the pictures and was very spacious for the three of us. It is located in a ..."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026
Stay near popular George Town attractions
Things to do

Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket

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

Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
- KOMTAR
- Gurney Plaza
- Penang Hill
- Queensbay Mall
- Penang City Hall
- Kek Lok Si Temple
- Padang Kota Lama
- Batu Feringghi Night Market
- Penang National Park
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
- Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre
- Fort Cornwallis
- Chit Tiau Lor Ban San
- Penang International Sports Arena































