3/5 - Okay
Alan
Found George Town itself disappointing. Street art seen better days.
George Town
Travel Guide
Visit George Town
Where to stay in George Town
Downtown George Town
4.5/5(155 area reviews)
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from KOMTAR to 1st Avenue Mall – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
Tanjung Bungah
4/5(17 area reviews)
A noteworthy feature of Tanjung Bungah is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Batu Ferringhi Beach and Penang Avatar Secret Garden.
Bayan Lepas
4/5(9 area reviews)
If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Bayan Baru
Bayan Baru might not have many top sights, but Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Gelugor
Travellers enjoy Gelugor for its cafes and monuments. Consider checking out Penang Bridge West End while you're in the area.
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is S$103 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
S$103
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan,2025
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)
"It's every central and walkable to most of the tourist attraction."
Reviewed on 9 Dec,2024
Cititel Penang
66 Jalan Penang, George Town
The price is S$68 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
S$68
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan,2025
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (647 reviews)
"Everywhere is clean. Once u enter lobby the smell is so fresh."
Reviewed on 19 Dec,2024
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang
Jalan Batu Feringgi, George Town, Penang
The price is S$228 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
S$228
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan,2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Nothing much to comment"
Reviewed on 29 Nov,2024
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Granite Luxury Hotel
191. Jalan Magazine, George Town
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (155 reviews)
"I like the cleanliness and helpful staff."
Reviewed on 16 Dec,2024
The Landmark by Katana
The Landmark by Katana, A-7-1, 100A, Jalan Tanjung Tokong, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly apartment in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Gurney Plaza and Gurney ...
7.6/10 Good! (110 reviews)
"Walkable"
Reviewed on 29 Oct,2024
Family Suite Sunrise Gurney Penang
68 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, Pulau Pinang
Stay at this 3-star apartment in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (66 reviews)
"Excellent sea view and easy access to the park, eateries and shopping within walking distance. Comfortable stay with good and complete amenities in the unit including washing machine."
Reviewed on 7 Dec,2024
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Queensbay Mall
4/5(21 reviews)
During your visit to Kampung Sungai Nibung Besar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Queensbay Mall. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Penang Hill
4.5/5(45 reviews)
Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.
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.
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 family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Ferringgi Beach
4/5(36 reviews)
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Ferringgi Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Batu Ferringhi. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Kek Lok Si Temple
4.5/5(36 reviews)
The largest Buddhist temple in Penang houses the awe-inspiring 10,000 Buddha pagoda, the giant bronze statue of Kuan Yin, and a delightful souvenir and food market.
Things to do
Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)
S$117
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Penang Day Tour From Kuala Lumpur (Private Basis)
S$235
per adult
THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket
S$24
per adult
Penang City Private Half Day Tour With Khoo Kongsi & Kek Lok Si
S$137
per adult
Reviews of George Town
4.3
Top destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Interesting mix of old colonial and modern. Lots of nice restaurants and coffee & cake shops
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Several good museums. A good mixture of old and new. Good for eating out, local food courts,hawkers stalls and restaurants. Enjoyed Chinese New Year and Thiapusam festival.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Very easy and nice city
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveller
Dirty drains; line clear Nasi kandar food handling Requires improvement to meet food hygiene standards. Polluted air, Sea and beach. noisy.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Love the historical town, the street arts, food hawker stalls - plenty of choices to eat, everything was walkable distance. Love the history of the green and blue mansion. The blue mansion was so gorgeous! Liked Little India and Chinatown.
- Queensbay Mall
- Penang Hill
- KOMTAR
- Gurney Drive
- Gurney Plaza
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- ESCAPE Adventureplay
- Ferringgi Beach
- Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple
- TESCO
- Kek Lok Si Temple
- University of Science-Malaysia
- Padang Kota Lama
- Straits Quay Mall
- Penang Times Square
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- Batu Feringghi Night Market
- Penang City Hall
- Teluk Bahang Beach
- Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
- Penang National Park
- Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre
- Island Hospital
- 1st Avenue Mall
- Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
- Loh guan Lye Specialist Centre
- Penang International Sports Arena
- Penang Avatar Secret Garden
- Pulau Tikus Market