Penang Island
Travel Guide
Visit Penang Island
Where to stay in Penang Island
Downtown George Town
Downtown George Town is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like KOMTAR and 1st Avenue Mall.
Batu Ferringhi
Batu Ferringhi is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Batu Feringghi Night Market and Ferringgi Beach.
Bayan Lepas
If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall 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.
Tanjung Pinang
If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.
Gelugor
You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Gelugor. You might want to make time for a stop at Penang Bridge West End or THE LIGHT Waterfront Penang.
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
Spacious room, great location, good breakfast.
Reviewed on 2025/10/29
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Very good breakfast lot of variety good customer service comfortable bed
Reviewed on 2025/11/17
Angsana Teluk Bahang, Penang
We stayed in many hotels in Malaysia. This one by far was the best one!
Reviewed on 2025/11/15
The Granite Luxury Hotel
Clean room, gracious staff
Reviewed on 2025/11/11
lyf Georgetown Penang
Our 3rd Trip coming back to PEN this year and have been staying in lyf all the time. What draws us back is not only the old heritage places, food & entertainments. Lyf team lead by their GM Nixen Chin always make you feel at ease and accommodative to their maximum capacity. Many of my friends felt ...
Reviewed on 2025/11/9
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang
It is highly recommended property if you would like to be treated like a princess
Reviewed on 2025/11/12
Popular places to visit
Gurney Drive
During your trip to George Town, you can do some window-shopping at Gurney Drive. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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 the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
KOMTAR
Penang’s tallest building offers spectacular views and plenty of entertainment.
Ferringgi Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ferringgi Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to George Town. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out 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.
- Gurney Drive
- Penang Hill
- Gurney Plaza
- KOMTAR
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- Ferringgi Beach
- Padang Kota Lama
- Kek Lok Si Temple
- Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple
- University of Science-Malaysia
- Penang City Hall
- Batu Feringghi Night Market
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- Penang National Park
- Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre
- Penang International Sports Arena
- Kapitan Keling Mosque
- Chit Tiau Lor Ban San
- Penang State Mosque
