Popular places to visit
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.
KOMTAR
Enjoy panoramic views of the city and indulge in an array of food and shopping within the island's tallest building.
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 George Town. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Kek Lok Si Temple
Marvel at the 10,000 Buddhas carved into the giant pagoda or shop for souvenirs in the bustling market at Penang’s largest Buddhist temple.
Things to do
Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)
Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)
Georgetown And Penang City Highlights Half Day Tour
THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Gelugor
Iconic Regency Service Residences - Managed by Iconic Hotel
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025
Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025
Century Bay Private Residences
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2024
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025
PARKROYAL Penang Resort
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Ascott Gurney Penang
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gelugor
Sungai Dua
When in Sungai Dua, you can plan a visit to Queensbay Mall and Penang International Sports Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Taman Happy Valley
When in Taman Happy Valley, you can plan a visit to Kek Lok Si Temple and Penang Hill, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Relau
While Relau may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall.
Bayan Baru
Bayan Baru might not have many top sights, but Penang International Sports Arena and Snake Temple are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
- KOMTAR
- Penang Hill
- Queensbay Mall
- Gurney Plaza
- Sunway Carnival Mall
- AEON Mall Bukit Mertajam
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- Kek Lok Si Temple
- Penang Times Square
- Padang Kota Lama
- TESCO
- Penang City Hall
- Batu Feringghi Night Market
- Penang National Park
- Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre
- Design Village Outlet Mall