Historic George Town
Popular places to visit
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.
Fort Cornwallis
Delve into Penang's colonial past in the largest and one of the oldest forts in Malaysia.
Kapitan Keling Mosque
This impressive Indian-Islamic architectural jewel adds to the potpourri of cultural diversity that is Penang.
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 walkable area.
Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi
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.
Things to do
Georgetown Penang City & Temple Tour with 3D Trick Art Museum
Penang Round Island Tour With Tropical Spice Garden & Entopia Butterfly Farm
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic George Town
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.
Downtown George Town
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from KOMTAR to Prangin Mall – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
Gelugor
Travellers enjoy Gelugor for its cafes and monuments. Consider checking out Penang Bridge West End while you're in the area.
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.
Tanjung Bungah
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 Miami Beach.
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- Padang Kota Lama
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- Penang City Hall
- Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
- Fort Cornwallis
- Kapitan Keling Mosque
- Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi
- Goddess of Mercy Temple
- Penang Islamic Museum
- Penang State Museum
- Children on Bicycle by Ernest Zacharevic
- Batik Painting Museum Penang
- Hock Teik Cheng Sin Temple
- Queen Victoria Clock Tower
- Pinang Gallery
- Queen Street
- Pinaon Time Tunnel
- House of Yeap Chor Ee
- Made In Penang Interactive Museum
- Han Jiang Ancestral Temple
- Studio Howard
- Yeoh Kongsi
- Choo Chay Keong Temple