Downtown George Town
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.
KOMTAR
Penang’s tallest building offers spectacular views and plenty of entertainment.
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 George Town with a stop at Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Penang State Museum
This school-turned-museum charts Penang’s colorful history through a comprehensive collection of artifacts, photographs and artworks.
Downtown George Town Hotel Deals
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Reviewed on 2025/7/22
Ascott Gurney Penang
Reviewed on 2025/7/17
Penang Marriott Hotel
Reviewed on 2025/7/22
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
Reviewed on 2025/7/15
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
Reviewed on 2025/7/23
Courtyard by Marriott Penang
Reviewed on 2025/7/7
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 George Town 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
Visitors to Gelugor like its cafes and monuments, and Penang Bridge West End is a sight worth a stop.
- Gurney Drive
- KOMTAR
- Gurney Plaza
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- Penang Times Square
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- Padang Kota Lama
- Penang City Hall
- Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre
- Penang State Museum
- Fort Cornwallis
- Pulau Tikus Market
- Chit Tiau Lor Ban San
- Pasar Chowrasta
- Kapitan Keling Mosque
- Prangin Mall
- Dhammikarama Burmese Buddhist Temple
- Penang Islamic Museum