Historic George Town Travel Guide

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

Popular places to visit

Penang City Hall featuring an administrative building and heritage architecture

Penang City Hall

4/5(20 reviews)

This fine example of Victorian architecture forms an opulent backdrop to the Georgetown Esplanade.

Penang City Hall
Pinang Peranakan Mansion which includes interior views

Pinang Peranakan Mansion

4.5/5(28 reviews)

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

Pinang Peranakan Mansion
Fort Cornwallis which includes signage and heritage architecture as well as a couple

Fort Cornwallis

3.5/5(24 reviews)

Delve into Penang's colonial past in the largest and one of the oldest forts in Malaysia.

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

Kapitan Keling Mosque

3.5/5(6 reviews)

This impressive Indian-Islamic architectural jewel adds to the potpourri of cultural diversity that is Penang.

Kapitan Keling Mosque
Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi

Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi

4/5(17 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
Armenian Street

Armenian Street

You can find out about the history of George Town when you stop by Armenian Street. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this family-friendly area.

Armenian Street

Activities

Half Day Penang City Tour

Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)

AU$134
Per adult
Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)
Armenian Street

Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)

AU$132
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)
Khoo Kongsi

Penang Diversity Historical Religious Site Tours

AU$92
Per adult
Penang Diversity Historical Religious Site Tours
Asia Camera Museum

Asia Camera Museum Admission Ticket

AU$9
Per adult
Asia Camera Museum Admission Ticket
Wonderfood Museum

Wonderfood Museum Penang

AU$7
Per adult
Wonderfood Museum Penang
Georgetown

Georgetown City Tour (Half Day)

AU$134
Per adult
Georgetown City Tour (Half Day)
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Our pick of the best Historic George Town Hotel Deals

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
2 out of 5
139, Lebuh Carnarvon, George Town, Penang
The price is AU$50 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
AU$50
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Book a stay at this spa hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Close proximity to Kimberly and Armenian Street stalls. Only negative comment is the loud plumbing noise from the upstairs bathroom when the occupant is using the shower."

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
The Prestige Hotel Penang
The Prestige Hotel Penang
4.5 out of 5
8 Gat Lebuh Gereja, George Town
The price is AU$207 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
AU$207
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
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! (454 reviews)
"Perfect blend of location and accommodation in Georgetown"

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

The Prestige Hotel Penang
Victoria Garden Hotel
Victoria Garden Hotel
3.5 out of 5
280 Lebuh Victoria, George Town, Pulau Pinang
The price is AU$83 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
AU$83
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal and KOMTAR ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (127 reviews)
"Excellent location, availability of parking"

Reviewed on 17 Oct. 2024

Victoria Garden Hotel
Seven Terraces Hotel
Seven Terraces Hotel
4 out of 5
Stewart Lane, Georgetown, George Town, Penang
The price is AU$245 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
AU$245
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (238 reviews)
"We love the hotel , it’s so beautiful. Staffs are super helpful. Parking is right infront of the hotel . Close to shopping area . Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 20 Oct. 2024

Seven Terraces Hotel
Royale Chulan Penang
Royale Chulan Penang
4 out of 5
No 1 & 2 Pengkalan Weld, George Town, Penang
The price is AU$127 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
AU$127
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
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! (997 reviews)
"Great location and the room is very clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2024

Royale Chulan Penang
Mclane Boutique Hotel
Mclane Boutique Hotel
3 out of 5
17 Lorong Pasar, George Town, Pulau Pinang
Stay at this 3-star hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal and KOMTAR are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (29 reviews)
"The concierge staff esp the lady was very friendly and extremely helpful."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Historic George Town

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Clan Jetty

Clan Jetty is well liked for its historical 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 which includes cbd, a high-rise building and boating

Downtown George Town

4/5(202 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from KOMTAR to Prangin Mall – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Downtown George Town
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Pulau Tikus

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pulau Tikus and surrounding area, you can visit Pulau Tikus Market and Gurney Drive.

Pulau Tikus
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Gelugor

Travellers enjoy Gelugor for its cafes and monuments. Consider checking out Penang Bridge West End while you're in the area.

Gelugor
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Taman Happy Valley

When in Taman Happy Valley, you can plan a visit to Kek Lok Si Temple and Penang Hill, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Taman Happy Valley
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Tanjung Bungah

4/5(36 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 Tanjung Bungah Beach.

Tanjung Bungah

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