Downtown George Town

George Town

Georgetown featuring city views, a coastal town and a skyscraper
Downtown George Town
Downtown George Town
Penang showing rainforest, forests and a waterfall
Penang featuring a small town or village and street scenes

Popular places to visit

Gurney Drive

Gurney Drive

4/5(36 reviews)

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.

Gurney Drive
KOMTAR showing a skyscraper

KOMTAR

4/5(49 reviews)

Enjoy panoramic views of the city and indulge in an array of food and shopping within the island's tallest building.

KOMTAR
Pinang Peranakan Mansion featuring interior views

Pinang Peranakan Mansion

4.5/5(21 reviews)

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

Pinang Peranakan Mansion
Penang City Hall showing heritage architecture and an administrative building

Penang City Hall

4/5(11 reviews)

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

Penang City Hall
Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion

Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion

You can learn about the history of George Town when you stop by Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
Penang State Museum featuring 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

Armenian Street

Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)

HK$1,052
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

HK$19
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package
Half Day Penang City Tour

Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)

HK$691
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)
Penang Full Day Tour

Penang Full Day Tour

HK$1,377
per adult
Penang Full Day Tour
Discover Georgetown's Colonial Charm

Georgetown And Penang City Highlights Half Day Tour

HK$706
per adult
Georgetown And Penang City Highlights Half Day Tour
Enjoy breathtaking views of Penang from the top floor of the city's tallest building

THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket

HK$184
per adult
THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket
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Top hotels in Downtown George Town

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
4 out of 5
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is HK$576 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
HK$576
HK$704 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Nice hotel, great location, great breakfast"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Ascott Gurney Penang
Ascott Gurney Penang
4 out of 5
18 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, George Town, Penang
The price is HK$937 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
HK$937
HK$1,036 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (193 reviews)
"Our room had a great view, was spacious and incredibly clean. The filtered water tap was a nice touch and the pool and gym facilities were immaculate."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Ascott Gurney Penang
Courtyard by Marriott Penang
Courtyard by Marriott Penang
4 out of 5
218D JALAN MACALISTER, George Town
The price is HK$781 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
HK$781
HK$867 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (155 reviews)
Bitthday stay
"The staffs is friendly and helpful to make this stay a special one for my wife. Even a little effort make the day brighter for us. They decorated the room with little touch which make us very happy. Thanks to Chai Chai and Asheq Sento. Location with lot of choices of food nearby."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Penang
The Granite Luxury Hotel
The Granite Luxury Hotel
3 out of 5
191. Jalan Magazine, George Town
The price is HK$489 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
HK$489
HK$608 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (181 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, great location for walking around Georgetown. Very friendly and helpful staff. Only slight negative was rooftop bar. No wine by glass available and could only buy spirit s by the bottle ? Very strange. Overall, very nice hotel and would return."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

The Granite Luxury Hotel
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
4.5 out of 5
53 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, Penang
The price is HK$586 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
HK$586
HK$715 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Comfortable stay. Staff helpful and friendly. Went for early walks in the park across the street. Would return next time in Penang. Thank you."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
5 out of 5
55, Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah, George Town, Penang
The price is HK$1,487 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
HK$1,487
HK$1,630 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and KOMTAR are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Gorgeous hotel"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown George Town

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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 Pinang Peranakan Mansion.

Clan Jetty
Fort Cornwallis showing heritage architecture

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.

Historic George Town
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Pulau Tikus

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pulau Tikus and surrounding area, you can visit 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 neighbourhood.

Tanjung Tokong
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Gelugor

Travellers enjoy Gelugor for its cafes and monuments. Consider checking out Penang Bridge West End while you're in the area.

Gelugor

Downtown George Town