Downtown George Town

George Town

A coastal cityscape with a prominent modern skyscraper, traditional buildings, and a marina with several boats.
A building with ornate balconies and large windows.
A variety of skewered foods displayed on shelves with price tags.
A temple with ornate architecture, including a dragon statue and a seated figure.
A traditional temple with ornate architecture, a red roof, and golden decorations.

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A city skyline with tall buildings along a waterfront at dusk.

Gurney Drive

8.0/10 (1,315 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.
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Things to do

The Top Penang Admission Ticket

Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket

RM53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
George Town, Penang: Malay Countryside Cycling

George Town, Penang: Malay Countryside Cycling

RM133
per adult
George Town, Penang: Malay Countryside Cycling
Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

RM59
per adult
Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
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Top hotels in Downtown George Town

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

4 out of 5
Magazine Road George Town Penang
The price is RM340 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
RM340
RM414 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, will be happy to come back here"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
The Prestige Hotel Penang

The Prestige Hotel Penang

5 out of 5
8 Gat Lebuh Gereja George Town
The price is RM512 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
RM512
RM566 total
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (661 reviews)
"This was a beautiful hotel and the bedroom was spotless - as were all the communal areas. The Glasshouse was a lovely place to eat and drink and the staff could not have been more welcoming and friendly. There are roadworks around the property right now but this is not really an issue once you’re ..."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

The Prestige Hotel Penang
OZO George Town Penang

OZO George Town Penang

3.5 out of 5
166 Jalan Argyll George Town
The price is RM240 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
RM240
RM271 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (315 reviews)
"It was a wonderful experience we stayed in OZO . The bed is super comfy and we have a really good sleep . The stuff was super nice and super helpful . And love the parking system with lift . We don’t have to drive all the way up to the multilevel parking . Simply drive your car into the lift and ..."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

OZO George Town Penang
The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

3 out of 5
191. Jalan Magazine George Town
The price is RM236 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
RM236
RM290 total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a health club and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

3.5 out of 5
33, New Lane, (off Macalister Road) George Town Penang
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM199 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
RM199
RM246 total
3 Oct - 4 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection

The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
55, Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah George Town Penang
The price is RM710 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
RM710
RM780 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and KOMTAR are located ...
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
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Where to stay in Downtown George Town

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A traditional Chinese temple complex with pagodas, ornate architecture, and lush greenery.

Batu Ferringhi

Travellers to Batu Ferringhi praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Batu Feringghi Night Market and Ferringgi Beach.

A historic clock tower with a dome and a sign reading "Bangunan Dewan Melayu Pulau Pinang."
Photo by Karen Fil Reyna
Open Photo by Karen Fil Reyna

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.

A mosque with a tall minaret and domes, situated by a body of water.

Tanjung Bungah

A noteworthy feature of Tanjung Bungah is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Tanjung Bungah Beach and Batu Ferringhi Beach.

A rocky shoreline with scattered rocks in the water and a distant island.

Bayan Lepas

If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal scene with multiple tall residential buildings, numerous traditional boats, and large rocks along the shore.

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 neighbourhood.

Downtown George Town

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