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 relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

KOMTAR
Enjoy panoramic views of the city and indulge in an array of food and shopping within the island's tallest building.

Pinang Peranakan Mansion
This stately mansion beautifully captures what life was for a wealthy Straits Chinese family in the 19th century.

Penang City Hall
This fine example of Victorian architecture forms an opulent 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
Housed in a handsome Victorian building, this museum traces Penang’s fascinating history through an extensive collection of artefacts, photographs and artwork.
Things to do

Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)

Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)

Georgetown And Penang City Highlights Half Day Tour

THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket

Malaysia: Penang Wonderfood Museum Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Downtown George Town

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Ascott Gurney Penang
Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025

Penang Marriott Hotel
Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Penang
Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025
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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 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.
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