Historic George Town

George Town

Fort Cornwallis which includes heritage architecture
Kapitan Keling Mosque which includes a mosque, heritage architecture and religious aspects
Pinang Peranakan Mansion showing interior views and a castle
Kapitan Keling Mosque showing religious elements, heritage architecture and a mosque
Kapitan Keling Mosque featuring a mosque

Popular places to visit

Pinang Peranakan Mansion showing interior views

Pinang Peranakan Mansion

4.5/5(36 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 an administrative buidling and heritage architecture

Penang City Hall

4/5(14 reviews)

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

Penang City Hall
Penang State Museum showing 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
Fort Cornwallis featuring heritage architecture and signage as well as a couple

Fort Cornwallis

3.5/5(21 reviews)

The largest and one of the oldest forts in Malaysia offers fascinating insight into Penang’s colonial past.

Fort Cornwallis
Kapitan Keling Mosque which includes a mosque, religious aspects and heritage architecture

Kapitan Keling Mosque

4.5/5(5 reviews)

The praying devotees, sleek Muslim architecture and calls to prayer add yet another element to Penang’s diverse cultural mosaic.

Kapitan Keling Mosque
Stone decorations of Khoo Kongsi headquarters in Georgetown, Penang #InStone

Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Learn about the local history of George Town with a stop at Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi. Amble around this culturally rich area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.

Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi

Historic George Town Hotel Deals

The Prestige Hotel Penang
The Prestige Hotel Penang
5 out of 5
8 Gat Lebuh Gereja, George Town
The price is NT$3,510 per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
NT$3,510
NT$3,880 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
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 and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (515 reviews)
Clean and comfortable
"Friendly staff. Clean room. Excellent location near to cafe and good food. Nespresso is a treat."

Reviewed on 2025/7/5

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Royale Chulan Penang
Royale Chulan Penang
4 out of 5
No 1 & 2 Pengkalan Weld, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Lovely hotel. Attentive staff. Top class venue. Best location."

Reviewed on 2025/5/27

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Victoria Garden Hotel
Victoria Garden Hotel
3.5 out of 5
280 Lebuh Victoria, George Town, Pulau Pinang
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (155 reviews)
A lovely place.
"Very enjoyable in the heart of Georgetown so easy walking around in the evenings. Staff were helpful, offered a packed breakfast for us on our early departure. Thanks so much."

Reviewed on 2025/5/12

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Victoria Garden Hotel
Seven Terraces Hotel
Seven Terraces Hotel
4 out of 5
Stewart Lane, Georgetown, George Town, Penang
The price is NT$4,149 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
NT$4,149
NT$4,570 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (252 reviews)
"Amazing property. Do not hesitate to book, it’s a wonderful Penang experience"

Reviewed on 2025/7/7

Seven Terraces Hotel
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
4 out of 5
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is NT$2,192 per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
NT$2,192
NT$2,675 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Comfortable stay, good as it it centralised"

Reviewed on 2025/7/8

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 NT$3,452 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
NT$3,452
NT$3,817 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
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! (194 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 2025/6/30

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Other neighborhoods around Historic George Town

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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.

Clan Jetty
Georgetown showing central business district, a high rise building and boating

Downtown George Town

4.5/5(279 area reviews)

Downtown George Town is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like KOMTAR and 1st Avenue Mall.

Downtown George Town
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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.

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.

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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 neighborhood.

Tanjung Tokong
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Gelugor

4/5(6 area reviews)

Visitors to Gelugor like its cafes and monuments, and Penang Bridge West End is a sight worth a stop.

Gelugor

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