Downtown 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 family-friendly 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.
Fort Cornwallis
The largest and one of the oldest forts in Malaysia offers fascinating insight into Penang’s colonial past.
Things to do
Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)
THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket
Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)
Penang City Private Half Day Tour With Khoo Kongsi & Kek Lok Si
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Other neighbourhoods 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 Kapitan Keling Mosque.
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 Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza.
Gelugor
Visitors to Gelugor like its cafes and monuments, and Penang Bridge West End is a sight worth a stop.
Taman Happy Valley
Though Taman Happy Valley might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kek Lok Si Temple and Penang Hill.
Tanjung Bungah
Tanjung Bungah is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Batu Ferringhi Beach and Penang Avatar Secret Garden, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Tanjung Tokong.
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